Washington lawmakers review changes to tribal casino betting rules that would affect college sports wagering. Mississippi takes another shot at mobile betting legalization with a focus on addressing pension system concerns. New Jersey puts forward legislation aimed at strengthening player safeguards and game integrity standards. … Read more
New York legislators are considering major restrictions on sports betting products available to state residents. The proposals target specific bet types linked to athlete harassment and integrity concerns with substantial operator penalties. Related proposals include betting limits and user safeguards as lawmakers assess possible changes … Read more
Bill 1768 was filed in Tennessee that would limit access to sports betting apps on college campuses/sporting venues. Tennessee already does not allow any betting on college player props to protect athletes from harassment. NASHVILLE – A new bill has been introduced in Tennessee that … Read more
Missouri officials are reviewing whether to adjust certain college betting markets shortly after online wagering went live. The review is tied to a recent federal case that has prompted broader questions about college basketball oversight. Betting operators maintain that current rules have aided in spotting … Read more
Bally’s Chairman Soo Kim argues that high tax rates benefit operators by limiting competition, citing Rhode Island’s monopoly model as proof. New York’s 51% tax rate hasn’t helped Bally’s gain traction, as the company holds just 1.1% market share compared to FanDuel’s dominant 65.8%. Bally’s … Read more
Alberta’s online gambling market is expected to open in spring 2026, letting big private operators compete with PlayAlberta for the first time. Players get stronger protections from day one, including a province-wide self-exclusion system and tighter rules for all operators. Fees and taxes are ramped … Read more
House Bills 4397 and 4398 propose raising tax rates to 25% for both sports betting and online casino operations in West Virginia. Operators may respond by cutting bonuses, adjusting lines, or leaving the market entirely. The bills follow Attorney General JB McCuskey’s crackdown on unlicensed … Read more
Nevada sued Polymarket for allegedly running unregulated gambling operations that sidestep state licensing laws. Concerns arose that Polymarket’s NFL MVP market could reflect insider information since official voting already occurred. Tennessee’s only local sportsbook shut down, unable to survive against national competitors under the state’s … Read more
House Bill 515 would stop Virginia bettors from using credit cards to fund their sports betting accounts. States like Massachusetts, Illinois, and Tennessee already blocked credit cards for wagering over worries about gambling problems and mounting debt. The bill needs to clear committee and pass … Read more
Reps. Steven Horsford and Max Miller introduced the FULL HOUSE Act in January to reverse a tax change that reduced gambling loss deductions to 90%. The updated rule can force gamblers to pay taxes even when they finish the year even, affecting both casual players … Read more
Religious leaders and locals warn that casinos and sports betting could harm communities. A casino and a Gambling Commission are part of Rep. Bruce Bannister’s proposal, but political and legal issues remain. COLUMBIA, S.C. — Religious leaders from across the state gathered at the State … Read more
Federal prosecutors charged 26 people in an alleged international point-shaving scheme tied to NCAA Division I and Chinese Basketball Association games. Court records state that bettors used payments to players to influence performances, allowing wagers to be placed on altered game results. Investigators say the … Read more