World Cup sets record betting across US sportsbooks in 2026
The FIFA World Cup generated record wagering volumes and revenue for major US operators, with BetMGM and DraftKings highlighting unprecedented betting interest.
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Nevada congressmen introduce bipartisan bill banning sports prediction market contracts
Bipartisan bill from Horsford and Amodei would ban sports event prediction market contracts, citing gambling-style risks.
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Massachusetts sportsbooks take $615M in June handle despite revenue dip
Record June wagering volume in Massachusetts was offset by lower revenue per bet, reflecting growing market saturation.
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Kalshi sues Washington state after court enjoins sports prediction contracts
Following a preliminary injunction against Kalshi, OG (Crypto.com's event contract platform) sued state officials in federal court.
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Betting irregularities flagged at 2026 World Cup, FIFA and watchdog at odds
Folarin Balogun's red-card reversal and other World Cup incidents triggered betting fraud alerts, creating tension between FIFA and monitoring organizations.
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Democratic senators urge ban on prediction market contracts resembling sports bets
Dozen Democratic senators pressed key committees to restrict prediction contracts in pending CLARITY Act legislation.
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Philadelphia leads nation in online gambling with rising addiction helpline calls
Philadelphia's high online betting adoption has coincided with increased demand for problem gambling support services.
Inquirer.com · +4 outlets
New York poll shows divided public opinion on sports betting effects
39-61% of New Yorkers view legal online sports betting as harmful to the state, according to multiple surveys.
Gambling News · +14 outlets
Sportsbook revenue down year-over-year despite higher June handle volumes
Industry-wide margins compressed in June despite increased betting activity, signaling rising promotional costs.
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STRONG Kids Act would direct sports betting tax revenue to youth sports access
Proposed legislation would redirect state sports betting tax proceeds to fund youth athletic programs and access.
Youth Sports Business Report · +6 outlets
IBIA reports 10% spike in suspicious betting alerts in Q2 2026
International Betting Integrity Association documented increased detection of questionable betting patterns in second quarter.
Yahoo Sports · +1 outlets
Lottery associations call for prediction market licensing requirements
Gaming lottery trade groups urge regulators to require event contract platforms to obtain gambling licenses.
SBC Americas · +13 outlets
US prediction markets expand share during World Cup, face regulatory scrutiny
Event contract platforms captured growing portion of World Cup betting volume while drawing intensified legislative and regulatory attention.
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Louisiana mobile sports betting handle surges 27.3% in June
Mobile betting growth continues to outpace retail in Louisiana, signaling ongoing shift to online wagering.
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Wisconsin elections commission warns voters against election trading
Wisconsin Election Commission issued notice against election trading, prompting pushback from major prediction market platforms.
SBC Americas · +14 outlets
Sports betting takes financial toll on vulnerable populations
Analysis examines the economic impact of sports betting expansion on individuals and households with limited means.
Semafor · +14 outlets
Sports betting addiction expert highlights stakes of 'stickiest habit'
Addiction researcher discusses the psychological mechanisms making sports betting one of the hardest gambling behaviors to quit.
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Protect College Sports Act faces time crunch before Senate recess
NIL and college sports betting legislation stalled in Senate, at risk of missing recess deadline.
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