The Governor of Connecticut, Ned Lamont would like to see a bill for the legalization of sports betting. Previous bills that were tossed by Lamont were those exclusive to the Tribes. The sports betting market, if made legal, could bring in as much as $20 … Read more
Daily Fantasy Sports to incorporate the XFL through DraftKings and FanDuel. XFL founder and CEO, Vince McMahon, hopes that fantasy football can be another avenue to increase fan engagement and awareness. Fantasy football is the most popular form of fantasy sports. STAMFORD, Conn. – Daily … Read more
The NFL is now accepting sports betting by heading up a department within their organization specifically for the hobby. Job listings for a Vice President, as well as a Brand Ambassador, are listed for sports wagering at the NFL headquarters. Super Bowl Sunday saw billions … Read more
ABC and ESPN to use Score Bug showcase betting lines during XFL games. XFL announcers will also be allowed to discuss the betting lines like over/under during the game. This is a clear distinction from how the NFL behaves towards sports betting. STAMFORD, Conn. – … Read more
If the state’s current sports betting initiative passes, this partnership will cover in-stadium betting. A referendum on Maryland sports betting could hit ballots as early as November this year. The announcement was a win for black state legislators concerned about industry exclusion. LANDOVER, Md. – … Read more
A meeting to vote on the override of a vetoed sports betting bill in Maine happened on February 6 in the Senate. Since the Senate voted in favor of the repeal, the bill will move to a House vote next week. The sports betting market … Read more
A sports betting bill seeking legalization in Kentucky has stalled out in the House. If sporting events were legal to wager on, it’s estimated that the Bluegrass State would see almost $22.5 million in revenue annually from the market. Retail tax rates are set at … Read more
Lawmakers in Virginia push forth legislation to legalize casinos. If passed, the legislation will see casinos open up across five cities around the state. Conservative groups are fighting against allowing casinos, believing it will be bad for the communities. RICHMOND, Va. – It seems like … Read more
The Boston-based company will be one of the first to make such a hire. The hire is part of a larger company-wide initiative to support responsible gaming practices. With gambling addiction being a focus of national discussion, DraftKings is being proactive. BOSTON – DraftKings, owners … Read more
A new bill to legalize sports betting is moving quickly through the House and is favored to pass. The bill would use lottery-style machines to offer wagers on sporting events to the residents of Missouri. The proposal would have operators pay both an integrity fee … Read more
New Jersey saw a huge year-over-year increase in Super Bowl wagers. Despite moderate losses, the expansion of the state’s sports betting industry is a good sign. Nevada saw its own record high Super Bowl handle, but the increase was relatively minor. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – … Read more
AZ SB 1525 will bring sports betting on and off of tribal reservations in Arizona. It will take a voter referendum to fully pass and legalize AZ SB 1525. Federal law may make it impossible for the sports betting bill to pass. PHOENIX – A … Read more