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…
“As of Right Now,” Tiger Woods will Play in the Masters
Tiger Woods has confirmed the growing suspicion that he will return to golf by saying that “as of right now,” he will play in The Masters Tournament. “As of right now, I feel like I am going to play, as of right now,” Woods said Tuesday. “I’m going to play nine more holes [Wednesday]. My…
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.
Final Four Gambling: Duke-UNC Rivalry to Bring Massive Bets
The North Carolina Tar Heels and Duke Blue Devils’ Final Four matchup is going to create a massive gambling draw for bettors.
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.
Tyreek Hill Trade Shakes Up Super Bowl 2023 Odds
Six-time Pro-Bowl wide receiver Tyreek Hill was traded by the Kansas City Chiefs to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a slew of draft picks Wednesday morning.
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.
Pennsylvania Sportsbooks Lose Money in February
February was a disappointing month for the entire U.S. sports betting industry. Find out why that was especially true in Pennsylvania where the sportsbooks actually lost money.
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…
Kansas Mobile Betting Is On The Way
Kansas could become the next state to legalize sports betting, and it could happen soon. There is still work to be done, but find out why there is plenty of optimism.
The Growth of Online Casinos in the U.S.
In the United States alone, the gambling market has been valued at approximately 2,178,000. This figure was given back in 2020, and it’s likely that the figures leading up to 2026 will be much higher. In fact, it’s thought that there could be a 17% increase in the growth of online casinos between now and…
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.
SBC AGREES TO DEAL TO BUY THE CANADIAN GAMING SUMMIT
Canada’s longest-running gaming conference is jointly owned by the Canadian Gaming Association and MediaEdge Communications Inc. International events and media company SBC has agreed to terms to acquire the long-running Canadian Gaming Summit (CGS), Canada’s premier annual conference and trade show for land-based and iGaming professionals, from current joint owners the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA)…
Sports Betting Dip
The February sports betting dip in the numbers are starting to roll in, and they have brought disappointment. Find out why three states saw such a drop in handle and revenue.
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.
Arizona Sports Betting Taking Off
Arizona Sports Betting Taking Off The Arizona Department of Gaming has finally announced the December sports betting totals, becoming the last state to release this report. December produced some impressive results for the state and it could set the stage for a huge year in 2022. The total sports betting handle for the month…
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…
Calvin Ridley’s Yearlong Suspension Sparks NFL Betting Debate
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley was suspended from the National Football League for one year Monday after he had been found gambling on games during the 2021 season. “There is nothing more fundamental to the NFL’s success — and to the reputation of everyone associated with our league — than upholding the integrity of…
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…
Race for SBC Awards North America 2022 Honors Underway
Nominations for the SBC Awards North America 2022 are open! The winners of the prestigious awards at a ceremony at Pier Sixty in New York City on July 14.
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.
Big Changes Coming to Illinois Sports Betting
Some big changes are coming for Illinois sports betting really soon. Find out what changes will be happening and how they impacts sports bettors.
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,…
March Madness 2022 Will See Its Biggest Year of Total Revenue Ever
The Big Dance consistently rakes in some of the biggest revenue numbers in sports. Read to find out why March Madness 2022 will be the most profitable yet.
USFL Receives Betting Approval in 15 States
The United States Football League has received betting approval from 15 states ahead of its second inaugural season. Iowa, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Connecticut, Delaware, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, and Wisconsin have all approved the league for bettors within state lines. 33 states and…
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.
SBC Summit North America confirms July return to New Jersey
SBC Summit North America, the leading conference and tradeshow for the sports betting and igaming industry, is set to return to New Jersey!
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.
Updated NBA Title Odds Post All-Star Weekend
With less than two months remaining in the NBA schedule and the trade deadline passing, sportsbooks have adjusted the betting odds on many top contending NBA teams. Here are the teams with the highest odds to win the Larry O’Brien trophy (via Tipico Sportsbook).
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.
LeBron James Opens Door to Cleveland Return
LeBron James dominated the headlines over the All-Star break, both for his game-winning shot and comments about his future. LeBron has not shied away from telling the media that he is in the final years of his career— his play would indicate otherwise, as he is third in scoring with 29.1 points per night, but…
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…
Missouri Sports Betting Could Generate $15 Million in Tax Dollars
Missouri sports betting could reportedly create as much as $15 million in tax revenue, according to a new analysis. A new proposal known as House Bill 1666 presented to state legislatures today proclaimed that tax from sports betting could create between $7.8 million and $15.3 million. This pot would go towards funding for state schools….
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.
2022 NCAA Tournament, “Madness” in Nationwide Betting Approach
The 2022 NCAA Tournament is less than one month away from its first extended weekend of action, which will officially start Sunday, March 13. The American Gaming Association estimated before last year’s tournament that $8.4 billion would be bet on the thrilling spectacle, and now that more states have legalized sports betting and gambling is…
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
New payment options now available to PayNearMe clients across all industry verticals
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.
BetMGM Expanding Once Again
BetMGM Sportsbook has seen massive growth over the last two years, and the company isn’t done yet. Find out where BetMGM will be launching next and when that will happen.
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.
Oddsium Prepares New Jersey Launch of Odds Aggregator App
Oddsium, an all-in-one mobile app, announced it will launch in the first quarter of 2022 in New Jersey. Read more about the app will impact the Garden State.
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.
Nevada Posts Huge December Sports Betting Total
The Nevada sports betting numbers for the month of December are finally in. Find out how well sportsbooks did for the month, and why Nevada can’t seem to track down New Jersey.
Nevada’s Sports Betting Handle Goes Over $1 Billion Once Again For December
Nevada’s sports betting handle clears $1 billion for the third straight month in December 2021. It was the second highest total behind New Jersey for the month.
Louisiana Sports Betting Set to Launch
Louisiana sports bettors have been waiting for an official launch date of online sportsbooks. We now have a confirmed date and time, and it should make for a big opening weekend in the industry.
PointsBet Now Live in New York
The online sports betting industry in New York is off and running and it’s one that continues to see some growth. Find out why the recent launch of PointsBet will add another competitive sportsbook to the industry.
Arizona’s Sports Betting Handle and Revenue Results for November
Arizona’s sports betting handle slightly declined in the third month of operation. The sports betting market had a fast start with a combined handle of $777 million in September and October.
Hawaii Looking at Online Sports Betting?
A number of states will be looking to legalize and launch online sports betting in 2022. Hawaii is reportedly included in this group, but there is still plenty of work to be done.
Hawaii’s Sports Betting Bill Would Include an Astonishing 55 Percent Tax Rate
Sports betting has grown exponentially since its inception on the mainland. However, Hawaii does not offer any type of legalized gaming at any facility, but that could change soon!
Tennessee Sees December Decline in Sports Betting
The Tennessee sports betting numbers for the month of December are in. It wasn’t a record for the state, but it was still another impressive month for the state
New York’s Sports Betting Handle has Hit $603 Million Since Launch
Mobile sports betting in New York has been a huge success since its launch. According to the New York State Gaming Commission, sportsbook operators have accepted $603 million in wagers in the first two weeks. That’s an average volume of $67 million in wagers a day.
Wynn Resorts to Sell its Online Sports Betting Business at a Steep Discount
Las Vegas-based casino giant Wynn Resorts may be in the works of selling its online sports betting unit Wynn Interactive at a very steep discount of $500 million. The reason behind this potential move is due to the number of losses, taxes, and promotion costs to stay competitive in the industry.
Pennsylvania Sports Betting Numbers Are In
The state of Pennsylvania recently announced sports betting numbers for December. It was another solid month for the state, but it was one that came without any records.
Oklahoma’s Sports Betting Bill Could Increase Revenue Numbers
Oklahoma could see gambling revenue grow by offering retail sports betting in a potential bill written by Rep. Ken Luttrell. Read on to learn more about the potential betting options for Oklahoma!
Arkansas and Mississippi Struggle in Sports Betting
A pair of Southern states saw a drop in sports betting in December. Find out why this occurred, and what it goes against the national trend.
PlayUp Bolsters U.S. Exec Team
PlayUp has secured an investment of USD $35.0 million from Sam Bankman Fried’s crypto exchange, FTX, in Q4 2021. This financing round will be used primarily to accelerate PlayUp’s U.S. market access.
In addition to their investment in PlayUp, FTX has been actively investing in partnerships and endorsement deals in the sports and esports arena over the past twelve months.
Connecticut’s Sports Betting Handle Witnesses an Increase in December
After the first initial soft launch, Connecticut’s sports betting market has been live for two full months. The market continued to grow going into December as it reached a handle of $150.1 million to close 2021.
Michigan Sports Betting Finishes Off Big Year
Michigan sports betting is coming up on its first anniversary of the online launch. Find out how well Michigan performed in December and the entire 2021 calendar year.
New York Sports Betting Market had a Strong Weekend Handle with Over One Million New Sign-ups
The New York sports betting market has started on the right track as four sportsbooks operators were able to accept bets. These sportsbooks in the Empire State have brought in $150 million in bets.
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DraftKings Pushing for Online Sports Betting in Florida
The online sports betting situation in Florida is messy, and it might take some time to sort out. Find out how DraftKings is trying to make a push in the state.
New Jersey Posts Another Massive Handle Total
The December sports betting report is in for New Jersey, and it was another big month. Find out what the report said, and why it might be the last big month for the state.
DraftKings Taking Over in Oregon
The DraftKings Sportsbook app is finally coming to the state of Oregon next week. DraftKings will replace the Scoreboard app and should improve the entire industry for Oregon bettors.
Caesars Is Now the Official Sportsbook of Michigan State University
Caesars announces a new deal with MSU’s athletic program. Read more about the specifics of the new partnership that has merged college sports with the gaming industry.
New Sports Betting Efforts Emerge in Florida
Florida sports betting was shut down almost immediately after it began. Find out why new sports betting options could emerge, but work still must be done.