Sports betting

Brazil Grants 71 Betting Licenses as Regulated Online Market Prepares to Launch in January 2025

Vanja Mitic
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The Brazilian government has taken a decisive step in regulating its betting industry, approving 71 federal licenses for online operators as the country moves toward launching its regulated market on January 1,...

Tennessee Breaks Sports Betting Records in November; Three-Peat in the Books

Johnny K.
Tennessee, Latest Casino and Gambling News, U.S.A., World Casino News, North America Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Sports betting, Online Gambling News, Taxes, Financial Press Releases
For the third month in a row, Tennessee’s sports betting market achieved record-breaking results in November, surpassing previous highs in both betting handle and tax revenue. Gross wagers during the month reac...

Scientific Games Unveils NBA-Branded Scratch Games Across U.S. Lotteries

Vanja Mitic
NBA, U.S.A., Online gaming software, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Industry News, Technology, Economy/Finance, Lottery, Online Gambling News, Mergers, Acquisitions & Partnerships
Scientific Games has taken another leap in expanding its portfolio of licensed properties by introducing NBA-themed instant scratch games to U.S. lotteries. This exciting development stems from a multi-year par...

New Legislation Solidifies TAB NZ Monopoly to Support Racing Industry; New Zealand To Ban Greyhound Racing

Johnny K.
Greyhound Racing, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, World Casino News, New Zealand, Gaming Industry News, Horse Racing, Sports betting, Oceania Casino News
In addition to a new bill that will see greyhound racing banned in the country, New Zealand’s government has introduced a significant legislative change to secure the future of its racing industry. The proposed...

New York Sports Betting Hits Record Revenue Despite Handle Dip

Vanja Mitic
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New York’s sports betting industry has achieved another milestone. The New York State Gaming Commission reported that gross gaming revenue (GGR) for November reached an unprecedented $231.7 million, surpassing ...

U.S. Senators Push for Investigation Into FanDuel and DraftKings

Johnny K.
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Concerns over market competition in the U.S. sports betting industry have reignited as Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah) and Peter Welch (D-Vt.) request federal scrutiny of FanDuel and DraftKings. In a letter addresse...

Sports Betting Narrowly Approved in Missouri Amid High-Profile Campaigns

Johnny K.
Gaming Law & Legislation, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Online gambling regulation, Gaming Industry News, Licensed online casinos in USA, Sports betting, Online Gambling News, Taxation, Licensing, Taxes, Missouri
Missouri voters have given the green light to legal sports betting, approving Amendment 2 by a razor-thin margin of 50.05%. With the certification of election results by the Missouri Board of State Canvassers, ...

FanDuel Joins PWHL as Official Sportsbook Partner and Streaming Provider

Johnny K.
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FanDuel, a leading name in North America’s online gaming industry, has partnered with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) to become its Official Sportsbook Partner and exclusive in-app streaming provi...

NCLGS Proposes Model iGaming Legislation with Sweeping Reforms and Sweepstakes Ban

Johnny K.
Gaming Law & Legislation, U.S.A., Latest Casino and Gambling News, World Casino News, North America Casino News, Online gambling regulation, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Licensed online casinos in USA, Online Gambling News, Sports betting
The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) has unveiled its draft of the Model Internet Gaming Act, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework for iGaming regulation across the United Sta...

Arizona Sports Betting Surges in September with Record Revenues

Vanja Mitic
Latest Casino and Gambling News, Arizona, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Economy/Finance, Licensed online casinos in USA, Sports betting, Online Gambling News, Financial Press Releases
In a remarkable surge in sports betting, Arizona witnessed a substantial increase in wagering activities in September 2024, with bettors staking approximately $732 million across various platforms. This represe...