Virginia could see legal sports betting in 2020 with bill VA HB 4. The bill has passed through the House and is making its way through the Senate. Sports betting is listed under “casino games” within the bill. RICHMOND, Va. – Gaming in Virginia may … Read more
The Free State continues to edge its way closer to legalize sports betting as another bill, MD HB605, was heard by a legislative committee. MD HB605 would amend the Constitution in Maryland where the subject of gaming expansion is concerned. Legal sports betting in Maryland … Read more
Churchill Downs Incorporated and Ainsworth add Scientific games to their partnership. Scientific Games brings at least five different games to their historical racing machines. Churchill Downs Racetrack is where the annual Kentucky Derby is held. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) and Ainsworth are … Read more
Michael Bloomberg joined the other Democratic candidates for the first time, resulting in a poor showing for the former NY Governor. Bloomberg’s odds to win the Democratic nomination dropped following, while Bernie Sanders odds increased. The debate led to odds shifting for all candidates with … Read more
Esports has grown into a billion-dollar market and New Jersey would like to get some skin in the game with the introduction of bill NJ A637. NJ A637 would allow sports bettors in New Jersey to gamble on any esports tournament where the majority of … Read more
The lawmakers from the cities of Hampton and Seabrook want to allow for retail sportsbooks. In New Hampshire, every city must let the voters decide to allow a retail sportsbook. Decisions about retail sportsbooks are expected to be made on March 10. HAMPTON, N.H. – … Read more
Pennsylvania became the latest state to post a record handle during the 2019-2020 NFL playoffs. Revenues increased even more drastically than the handle, thanks largely to the Eagles’ playoff loss. Record revenues also meant record tax collections for both the state and cities. HARRISBURG, Penn. … Read more
AZ HB 2813 is trudging along through the House after just being introduced for the first time on February 11, 2020. The bill would legalize sports betting in Arizona at retail locations while no internet or mobile offerings would be available to residents. The Arizona … Read more
There are now six active online sportsbooks in Iowa and counting. DraftKings has been operating retail sportsbooks in Iowa through its partnership with Wild Rose Casinos. In-person registration will still be required in order to use DraftKings Sportsbook in Iowa. DES MOINES, Iowa – On … Read more
The Democratic candidates will have a debate in Las Vegas Wednesday night. Michael Bloomberg is a late entrant but his odds are surging at sportsbooks. The attention put on Bloomberg could actually be beneficial to Sen. Bernie Sanders’s odds. LAS VEGAS – A Democratic debate … Read more
Tennessee still cannot come up with reasonable rules and regulations that will allow the process of launching legal sports betting in the Volunteer State to become easier. TN HB 1 made mobile gambling on sports legal in 2019 but there are still no set rules … Read more
DraftKings has become an official partner of the Indiana Pacers, the Boston Celtics, and the Philadelphia 76ers. The partnership will allot DraftKings access to the three teams’ official logos, team marks, and other branding options. The partnerships will also make DraftKings the official Daily Fantasy … Read more