VGW Announces Phase Out Of Sweepstakes In New York
VGW, the group behind Chumba Casino, LuckyLand Slots, and Global Poker, announced that it will be phasing out its sweepstakes casino games for New York players.
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California Governor Candidate Bets On Himself To Win Office
Kyle Langford, a Republican candidate for governor in California, bet on himself to win the highest office in the state at Kalshi this weekend.
Irish FA Want To Ban All Professional Players & Club Officials From Betting On Football Worldwide
The Irish Football Association is seeking to ban all professional players and club officials from betting on football worldwide. As it stands, Irish League players and officials aren’t allowed to bet on domestic matches but they are allowed to use sports betting apps to wager on fixtures outside of Northern Ireland. IFA To Join English […]
Massachusetts Fine Sports Betting Platforms $50,000 For Noncompliance
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) dished out $50,000 in fines to sports betting platforms last week. The fines related to violations of the state's rules on betting on Belarusian sports teams, LPGA events, and marketing practices.
Major League Rugby Announces Partnership With Social Betting Platform Sparket
Major League Rugby (MLR) has announced a partnership with Sparket, an online gambling platform that focuses on creating a social environment for betting.
Nevada Posied To Enact Bill Tackling Illegal Gambling Operators
Nevada lawmakers have passed a bill in both the Senate and the Assembly that will increase the penalties for illegal gambling platforms operating in the state.
Betfair Closes UK Affiliate Program
Befair has announced the end of its affiliate marketing programme in the UK and Ireland. The Flutter-owned betting exchange is looking to scale down its home operations in favor of expansion in international markets.
Premier League Clubs Risk Legal Action Over Online Casino Sponsors
Six Premier League clubs could face legal action over their shirt sponsors accepting UK customers without a valid license.
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FanDuel Limits Force Charles Barkley To Use “Bookie On The Side”
TNT basketball analyst Charles Barkley commented that he needs a "bookie on the side" because FanDuel does not allow him to place the bets he wants.
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Red Sox Confront Online Abuse Linked to Sports Betting
The Boston Red Sox have spoken out against the rise of abuse online because of disgruntled sports bettors. Pitcher Liam Hendriks raised the issue after receiving death threats due to a loss to the Mets recently.
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Montana Becomes First State To Officially Ban Sweepstakes
Montanta's Governor, Greg Gianforte, signed off on a bill to officially prohibit sweepstakes casinos, becoming the first US state to outlaw the platforms.
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Court Rejects DraftKings Appeal Against MLB Lawsuit, Setting Up Potential Trial
DraftKings was denied a motion to dismiss the case brought against it by MLB Players Inc. (MLBPI) for misappropriation of publicity and unjust enrichment. In simpler terms, MLB players are suing one of the leading USA sports betting sites for using players’ identities without permission on its sportsbook and social media posts. DraftKings’ Motion To […]
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India Supreme Court Consider Plea For Stricter Gambling Regulations
India's Supreme Court has agreed to look into a petition filed by a social activist calling for strict gambling regulations in the country.
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Louisiana House Approves Reduced Sports Betting Tax Hike
The Louisiana House of Representatives approved a bill that will increase sports betting tax on Tuesday, but at a reduced rate from the original proposal.
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Brazilian Judge Sides With BetNacional In Lawsuit Over Underage Betting
A judge in Brazil has denied a request for the suspension of BetNacional and its parent company, NSX operations, in a $88.3 million lawsuit.