Michigan Sees May Dip in Sports Betting Numbers
As expected, Michigan saw a drop in the sports betting numbers for the month of May. Despite a downward trend in 2021, the industry has continued to put up big numbers compared to 2021.
The World’s Most Famous Sports Bettors
Sports betting has been at a record high over the last few years. Read this article to learn about the world’s most famous sports gamblers.
Iowa Hits Sports Betting Milestone
The May sports betting totals from the state of Iowa are in, and it pushed the state past a milestone. Overall betting is down, but there is still room to be optimistic.
Indiana’s May Handle Dropped, but Still Surpassed $200 million
Indiana’s handles have been decreasing, but the state is still looking good. Read to find out what’s going on in the Hoosier state.
Pressure to Launch Sports Betting in Maryland
Maryland already has retail sports betting in place, but online betting has not yet launched. Governor Larry Hogan wants that to change, and is taking a hard stance.
Ohio Opens Up Sports Betting Application Window
After a long wait, the Buckeye State is finally closer to getting sports betting in motion. Read to learn about what this means for Ohio
The Rise of the Sports Betting Industry
Betting has allowed sports to become more entertaining. Read this article to learn about betting and how it makes sports better.
PointsBet’s Evolution within the Golf Gaming Industry
PointsBet is revolutionizing the way golf is bet on, giving fans new, invigorating ways to follow and engage with the game.
Indiana Shows Sports Betting Decline
The state of Indiana has released sports betting totals from May, and the overall numbers were disappointing. The rest of the country usually follows the lead from Indiana, and it could be a bad month throughout.
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What states in the Midwest will finalize sports betting laws in 2022?
Ever since the United States Supreme Court overturned a decades-old federal ban on certain forms of betting in 2018, numerous states across the country have moved to legalize online gambling.
Illinois Keeps a Great Pace with $839 million Handle in April
April was a great month for Illinois with an $839 million handle. Read all about sports betting in The Prarie State here.
Arizona Becoming Massive Sports Betting Market
Arizona is threatening to become one of the biggest sports betting markets in the United States. The March numbers have finally been released and a new handle record was set.
Illinois Sports Betting Moves Past Nevada
The Illinois sports betting numbers just continue to impress, and the state hit a big milestone in April. You can now consider Illinois a top-three market, despite a drop in numbers from March.
Massachusetts Sports Betting Legalization: What’s the Hold-Up?
Sports betting legalization may be coming to Massachusetts, although its state officials are having a tough time coming to a compromise. Read about the issues of Massachusetts sports betting here.
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Best Odds and Betting Updates for Maryland
Maryland sports betting is facing a dismal future after renewed legislative struggles have left the state’s market barren.
Nebraska Launch on Hold, New York Making Changes?
The U.S. sports betting industry continues to be in the news, especially in two states. Nebraska is trying to launch sports betting, while New York could soon see some sports betting changes.
theScore Bet Leaving the United States
The online sports betting industry in the United States continues to grow, but one company is actually leaving the country. Find out why theScore Bet is seeking opportunities elsewhere.
Top iGaming experts discuss opportunities, challenges during SBC North America Summit
The industry’s most influential figures will gather at the 2022 SBC North America Summit to shed some light on the opportunities and challenges that can arise with the slow opening of more iGaming markets in the region.
Multibillion-Dollar Loot Boxes Spark Calls for FTC Investigation of EA Sports
Several advocacy groups are imploring the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate EA Sports for its marketing of loot boxes to young players.
Ohio Sports Betting Has Official Launch Date
There was some initial hope that Ohio sports betting could launch sooner rather than later. That didn’t materialize though, and the launch date will come in 2023.
Ohio Announces Start Date for Sports Betting
Ohio just announced its start date for sports betting. Find out when and where betting will be legal in the Buckeye state.
PointsBet Has Setback on Big Betting Weekend
The state of New Jersey was down a sports betting option this weekend as PointsBet was not available. Despite the outage, PointsBet continues to post great numbers throughout the United States.
Massachusetts Sports Betting Bills Still Far Apart
Sports betting is still illegal in Massachusetts as lawmakers continue to focus on a pair of bills. This state has also received some interesting support in the path to legalization.
Fanatics Files Trademark to Enter Gambling Scene
News broke Monday that Fanatics filed a trademark for “BETFANATICS” in what is sure to be another step in the evolution of sports betting and fandom.
A Look at NY Sports Betting in May
New York sports betting has started to slow down a bit, but the numbers are still impressive. This state is now the clear online sports betting leader, and the state continues to benefit from tax revenue.
Sports Betting a Major Focus in North Carolina
North Carolina could soon become the latest state to legalize sports betting, but work still must be done. Lawmakers are going to be working quickly to see if a deal can be reached.
New Jersey Sports Betting Still Growing
The sports betting industry in New Jersey just continues to grow, despite a slow April. New York is now the clear leader, but New Jersey continues to attract betting action.
Caesars Sportsbook Announces Major Partnership
Caesars continues to make a strong sports betting push and Indiana is the newest target. Find out how Caesars is making a big move in the Hoosier State with a new deal.
BetMGM Making A Groundbreaking Move And Partnering With Houston Astros
Texas is still a state without legal sports betting, but there is hope that the laws will soon change. BetMGM is making a big move in the Lone Star State by partnering with Houston Astros.
Illinois Sports Betting Sets New Record
The Illinois sports betting industry continues to grow, with a new record being set in March. This jump was expected, but even more growth is on the way.
Tennessee Sports Betting Seeing More Growth
The sports betting industry in Tennessee continues to grow, and it has happened quickly of late. A new sportsbook recently launched and more are on their way to the state.
One Final Sports Betting Push in Missouri
Lawmakers in Missouri are still working on sports betting, but time is running out. There is still some optimism in the state legislature, but a compromise must be reached quickly.
Missouri Sports Betting Stumbles, Still Alive in Senate
The Cards and owner Bill DeWitt III have been active in pushing for Missouri sports betting since the turn of the year.
Top 5 Reasons to be Excited for iGamingNEXT 2022
The iGamingNEXT 2022 event is set to take place next weekend in New York City. This will be a massive event and there are some great reasons to be in attendance.
It’s Official: Sports Betting Legal in Maine
It has finally happened as Maine is now the latest state to legalize sports betting. The process for launching the industry will now begin by state lawmakers.
Kansas Legislature Approves Sports Betting
It appears as if Kansas could soon become the latest state to approve sports betting. Both retail and mobile sports betting is expected to become legal in Kansas soon.
Maryland Still Waiting on Mobile Betting
Mobile sports betting is still not legal in the state of Maryland, and it might not be legal anytime soon. Retail betting is available in the state, but that limits the options for bettors in the state.
Massachusetts Making Progress on Sports Betting
A sports betting bill in Massachusetts took a big step forward at the end of last week. More steps remain and there is still some pessimism that the bill will get passed.
Pennsylvania Posts Massive Sports Betting Numbers
Pennsylvania continues to be one of the biggest sports betting markets in the United States. The March numbers are in, and it was a terrific month for the sportsbooks in the state.
Kentucky Sports Betting Bill is Dead
Kentucky lawmakers have once again failed to pass a bill that would legalize sports betting. Another failed attempt could mean that Kentucky is now surrounded by states with sports betting.
New Jersey Sports Betting Bounces Back
The March New Jersey sports betting numbers are in, and they are back to where they belong. New Jersey is no longer the sports betting leader, but the numbers are still impressive.
Kentucky Sports Betting On Hold Once Again
House Bill 606 would have legalized sports betting in Kentucky. However, the bill didn’t have the support it needed in the Senate, as the push died on Thursday on the final day of the 2022 legislative session.
Sports Bettors Across the State of Illinois Wagered a Total of $286.2 Million on March Madness
The March sports betting numbers in Illinois saw huge increases following a sharp decline in February. Read more to find out what caused the spike.
Iowa’s March Sports Betting Handle Increases but Wasn’t Record-Setting Numbers
Sportsbook operators in Iowa saw a significant increase in March, though a single event was largely responsible for the improvement in overall numbers.
Tech Giants Urge Dismissal of “Addictive” Gambling Suits
Google, Facebook-parent Meta, and Apple are urging a federal judge to dismiss class-action suits claiming the tech giants profit from distributing “addictive” gambling advertisements.
Illinois Sports Betting Sees Sharp Drop
Like clockwork, the Illinois sports betting numbers are among the last to report, and the February numbers are finally in. As expected, the total handle and revenue both saw a sharp decrease in February and that kept up with the trend that has been seen throughout the United States. The total Illinois sports betting handle…
Key Contributor in Missouri Sports Betting Pumps the Brakes
A key proponent of a Missouri sports betting bill is questioning whether the proposed tax rate on bets is high enough.
Big-Name Sponsors Announce Before iGaming NEXT New York City Event
Potential for innovation by online gaming and sports betting in the US market is attracting leading companies to the upcoming iGaming NEXT New York City ’22 event.
Kansas, Missouri Battling For Sports Betting
Border states, Kansas and Missouri, are both looking to legalize betting. Find out which state might have the edge and cross the finish line first.
Illinois Betting Industry Moving Forward On 2022
The gambling industry in Illinois is taking off like a rocket, bringing record profits and new business into the state. Casinos are making deals to expand their operation, and one platform is making big plans to open a new facility in St Louis. As the state of IL goes deeper into 2022, sports betting is…
Arizona Finally Announces January Sports Betting Numbers
Arizona announced the January sports betting numbers, and they were impressive. Find out where Arizona stands compared to other markets.
Nevada Sports Betting Sees Decline
Sticking with the national trend, sports betting numbers in Nevada declined for February. Find out why this was expected, and the results were still positive for the state.
Kansas Moving Closer to Legal Sports Betting
The state of Kansas could be the next to legalize sports betting in 2022. FInd out what the next steps are before a bill officially becomes a law.
Sports Betting Cooling Off in New York?
The sports betting industry in New York continues to grow. March should be a record-setting month, but sportsbooks aren’t seeing as much action.
Kansas Sports Betting Bill Creates Friction in House
A Kansas sports betting bill went before a House committee in a meeting Tuesday morning, only to conclude with an abrupt ending. This has clouded the perception surrounding the bill, which aimed at bringing legal sports betting into Kansas state lines.
Sports Betting Coming to Minnesota?
Minnesota is making another attempt at legalizing sports betting throughout the state. Find out why this effort is different from others, but why there are still some opponents fighting back.
Missouri Sports Betting Approaching Legal Status
The Missouri House granted preliminary approval to a plan to legalize Missouri sports betting Wednesday.
Show Me State Sports Betting Bill Moves Forward
The fight to legalize Sports Betting in the Show Me State is heating up, and a bill took an important step earlier this week. There is still plenty of work that needs to be done, but everything remains on the right track.
Ohio Sports Betting Moving Forward
Ohio is a state that has already legalized sports betting, but an official launch date has not been set. Regulators in the state just recently approved new rules, bringing the state closer to launch.
Kansas Sports Betting UPDATE: Reality in 2022?
House Bill 2740 take the stage The Kansas House of Representatives House Committee on Federal Affairs will review a bill to legalize Kansas sports betting during a meeting Thursday, March 22 at 8:00 a.m. local time. House Bill 2740 would legalize online and retail betting at Kansas’ four lottery-run casinos. The online tax would be…
Iowa Sports Betting to Benefit from March Madness 2022
Iowa sports betting is set to boom now that the Iowa Hawkeyes are one of the hottest teams in America heading into the NCAA Tournament.
Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Takes Step Towards Legislation
Kentucky sports betting is one close to becoming reality now that HB 606 passed through the House Licensing, Occupations, and Administrative Regulations Committee.
Tennessee Sports Betting Adds Three New Sportsbooks
The state of Tennessee has had legal sports betting since November 1, 2020, and it continues to be a state with online-only options. There has been some limited growth since Tennessee sports betting first launched, but 2022 could be a big year for the state. The Sports Wagering Advisory Committee is now overseeing the industry…
Resorts WorldBET Sportsbook Launches in New York
New York is already the biggest online sports betting market in the United States. Find out how the launch of Resorts WorldBET will impact the industry.
Alabama Sports Betting Nearing Final Steps
Alabama sports betting is now closer to the finish line than ever before. The Alabama Senate Tourism Committee approved a plan to create a state lottery and legalize online and retail sports gambling Wednesday. This is not the first time that the state government has been presented with an opportunity to legalize sports betting, but…
Indiana Sports Betting Hurt by Carson Wentz Trade?
The Indianapolis Colts traded quarterback Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders Wednesday for a second-round and two third-round draft picks in compensation. Wentz appeared in all 17 games for the Colts last year, throwing for 3,563 yards, 27 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. His tenure ultimately ended on a sour note by failing to win one…
The Wonderful World of Online Sports Betting
Online sports betting is one of the quickest-growing and evolving markets in all of American entertainment. A 2018 court decision reversed a previous ruling that banned gambling from every state except Nevada, and since then 33 states have already legalized sports betting in some form, and others have begun pushing legislation to officially make the…
Caesars Entertainment has Changed the Game
The Vegas-based casino and hotel’s mobile sportsbook launch has taken the betting world by storm. Find out how Caesars entertainment could become #1.
Colorado Sets New Sports Betting Record
Another month and another sports betting record for Colorado. Find out how much money was wagered in the state of Colorado during the month of January.
Missouri Sports Betting Inches Closer to Finish Line
Missouri sports betting took another step forward this week after two Bills backed by Missouri’s professional sports teams reached a full House on Wednesday. The Bills, House Bills 2502 and 2556, which would expand gambling to professional and collegiate sports, is the result of a combined effort from the St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues,…
South Dakota Sports Betting Staying Offline
Sports betting in South Dakota will stay in person as lawmakers are hoping to make a change, but find out this will be a challenge in South Dakota.
Nevada Sports Betting Sets New Record
The January sports betting report from the state of Nevada is finally in. Find out what the numbers looked like for the month and why Nevada continues to see some growth.
New York’s legal sports betting debut rakes in billions in first weeks
The debut of New York’s legal betting industry has been massively popular. Read to find out about the in-state implications and what this means for the industry.
Missouri Making Another Push at Sports Betting
Legal sports betting is once again a topic of debate in the state of Missouri. Find out why there is more optimism this time around, despite plenty of issues remaining.
Push For California Sports Betting Gaining Momentum
California sports betting could see legalization in the next session after voters have rallied to push their representatives to act. While the numbers in place are loose and it’s early in this process, there is a great number of California residents who are in support of the huge market that exists for this industry. The…
Golden Nugget Goes Live in Arizona
The Arizona sports betting industry continues to grow as another new online sportsbook is live. Find out how the Golden Nugget Sportsbook will compete with the other options in the state.
Post-Super Bowl Era TROUBLE for Sports Betting Agencies?
The short, periodic interjections of comedy, terror, and emotional prodding, also known as commercials, could be argued as the highlight of Super Bowl weekend every year. Okay— maybe the commercials are not always the knee-slapping comedies or tear-jerking tragedies that they used to be, but they are still guaranteed to capture the attention of millions…
Pennsylvania Sets New Sports Betting Record
January has proven to be a huge month for sports betting in the United States. That was true in the state of Pennsylvania as another record was set.
Politicians Push for Legal Minnesota Sports Betting
Legislators are pushing to legalize Minnesota sports betting at a number of different venues online and across the Land of 10,000 Lakes.
No Stopping New York Sports Betting
New York sports betting has gotten off to a massive start, and there are no signs of slowing down. Find out the latest facts and figures from the most recent report from the New York State Gaming Commission.
Minnesota Sports Betting Gets Extra Push from Lawmakers
A group of five Minnesota lawmakers held a press conference Wednesday to express interest in legalizing in-person and online sports betting. The lawmakers, all Republicans, claimed that legalizing Minnesota sports betting would be a win for the state and citizens alike. Minnesota Sports Betting Gains Support Senator Roger Chamberlain is heading the effort— Chamberlain previously…
PayNearMe Announces Built-In Integrations with PayPal and Venmo to Enable Convenient and Frictionless Mobile Payments
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New York Sports Betting Clears Expectations, Sets Records
New York sports betting is the new center of American entertainment. The Big Apple only needed three weeks to set a month’s record for total betting handle after legalizing online betting on January 8th. Fast forward to the conclusion of the state’s first 30 days of operation and it has collected nearly $2 billion in…
California Sports Betting Fight Continues
California sports betting still has hurdles to clear before legalization, but it hasn’t been due to a lack of effort from a number of different groups. Another new initiative has emerged in the state as three tribes in the state are hoping to take control. The Rincon Band of Luiseno Indians, the San Manuel Band…
Legal Books Makes Large Profits on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday attracts all sorts of sports betting, see how the sportsbooks fared after this years Super Bowl.
Iowa Sportsbooks Set New Record
The January sports betting numbers have started to roll in for U.S. markets. Iowa sportsbooks had a big month in January and it could set the stage for a massive year.
PointsBet Ready to Launch in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania sports betting industry is already one of the biggest in the United States. The market is set to grow again this week as PointsBet Sportsbook is set to go live.
Delay in Arkansas Mobile Sports Betting
The Arkansas Racing Commission continues to make plans to launch mobile sports betting. Find out what’s holding up that process and online sportsbooks might finally launch.
Illinois Ends 2021 With Huge Sports Betting Haul
The Illinois Gaming Board has finally announced the sports betting totals from the month of December. Illinois continues to be a massive market, and more growth is on the way in 2022 as well.
The Push to Get Ohio Sports Betting Up and Running by 2023
Ohio sports betting is now a reality after Ohio became the 33rd state to legalize gambling online and in brick-and-mortar locations last December, moving the state into the new reality of widespread sports betting in America. More than $52.7 billion was wagered in sports bets in America last year, up over 200% more than in…
New York on Top of Sports Betting Industry
New York has already claimed the top spot in the U.S. legal sports betting industry. Find out just how much action NY sportsbooks saw, and what might be coming in the future.
New York’s Sports Betting Handle Breaks Records in just 23 Days of Operation
The New York sports betting market has made waves in the industry. Bettors across the state have placed over $1.625 billion in wagers in just 23 days, surpassing the handle records across the board.
Louisiana Sports Betting Starts Strong
Louisiana online sportsbooks are finally live, and those operators started off strong. Find out where the state ranked for opening weekend, and what the future might hold.
Cincinnati Bengals to Inspire Massive Gambling Numbers in the Midwest
With the Bengals taking on the Los Angeles Rams in this year’s Super, expect betting numbers to rise in Cincinnati and the surrounding areas.
Virginia Nearly Sets a New Sports Betting Handle Record for December
The Virginia Lottery released its sports betting report to close out its first year of entering the industry. The handle exceeded $400 million for the third consecutive month, nearly topping the record. However, operators saw a decline in revenue due to the user-friendly results for the month.
Retail Sports Betting Now Available at Nationals Park
A new retail sportsbook has opened up in Washington D.C. at Nationals Park. Find out which operator has received that license and what it means for sports betting in D.C.
FanDuel Plans to Open a Retail Sportsbook in the United Center
FanDuel has announced a partnership with United Center to open a retail FanDuel Sportsbook lounge inside the arena. The arena is home to the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks.
New York Sports Betting Numbers Are Staggering
New York has finally legalized online sports betting, and the results have been terrific. The state continues to see massive numbers, and there is no sign of slowing down.