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Sat, Oct 3, 6:45 AM ET
Fanatics to spend $1 billion on sports betting advertising in 2027 to challenge DraftKings and FanDuel
Fanatics reported 40% sales growth and its CEO said the company will spend $1 billion on betting ads to take on DraftKings and FanDuel.
qz.com · +14 outlets
Kalshi sports contracts are illegal gambling and Ohio will enforce state law, Gov. DeWine says
Ohio's governor joined other Strip executives in opposing prediction markets, which are testing CFTC jurisdiction and state gambling law.
statenews.org · +14 outlets
DraftKings shares fall near three-year low as company weighs more prediction market spending
The stock slide signals investor concern over the cost of competing with Kalshi and other prediction market platforms.
Northeast Times · +14 outlets
Victor Wembanyama refuses sports betting endorsements, says promoting gambling does not match his values
The Spurs star's stance drew wide reaction including from Stephen A. Smith, amid the NBA's growing sportsbook partnerships.
TheGrio · +14 outlets
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones becomes first to plead guilty in federal gambling case
The plea is the first in a multi-defendant prosecution tied to illegal sports betting.
AP News · +11 outlets
Stephen A. Smith calls out hypocrisy over NBA sportsbook partnerships and Wembanyama's stance
TV commentary and Kevin Durant's remarks show the debate over player endorsement of betting operators remains unresolved.
Yahoo Sports · +2 outlets
Fanatics CEO eyes 2027 launch to take on DraftKings, FanDuel and Kalshi head on
Fanatics is preparing a broader betting push targeting the largest US operators and prediction markets.
Complex · +3 outlets
Wynn CEO breaks with other Strip leaders and offers a different view on prediction markets
The split among Nevada casino executives highlights the industry's unsettled position on Kalshi-style contracts.
The Nevada Independent · +1 outlets
Maine regulators monitoring AI use by sports betting apps after DraftKings allegations
State scrutiny of AI-driven betting tools follows allegations against DraftKings, adding a new regulatory front.
CDC Gaming · +4 outlets
North Carolina sports betting handle tops $500 million for 12th straight month
The sustained volume shows North Carolina's young market has become one of the most consistent in the US.
CDC Gaming · +7 outlets
Illinois sports betting tops $1 billion in wagers for July, extending streak
Illinois remains a billion-dollar monthly market even as GOP lawmakers push to repeal new betting and digital fees.
Casino.com · +2 outlets
Nevada sportsbook win falls 22.5% on a 75% drop in football handle
The Las Vegas win decline underscores how dependent Nevada books are on football betting volume.
Legal Sports Betting
Circa Sports CEO scouting Niagara as Ontario weighs new casinos
Circa's exploration signals continued cross-border expansion interest in Ontario's gambling market.
covers.com
SBC Awards 2026: Kaizen Gaming, Pragmatic Play, Sportradar and BetConstruct AI take top honors
The Lisbon industry summit closed with awards and a Snoop Dogg reveal, capping the global betting calendar's biggest week.
Sbcamericas · +3 outlets
New York sports betting handle declines during NFL Week 3
The dip in New York's handle shows week-to-week volatility in the largest US online market.
covers.com · +14 outlets
Massachusetts launches mobile app for problem gambling recovery
State regulators are expanding responsible gambling tools as sports betting participation grows.
Gambling.com · +14 outlets
NPR: barred from sportsbooks after bankruptcy, a bettor turned to Kalshi
The story illustrates how prediction markets can bypass self-exclusion and responsible gambling controls at regulated books.
NPR
Illinois GOP lawmakers seek repeal of five new betting and digital fees
The push follows tax increases on operators in one of the largest US betting markets.
Capitol City Now · +1 outlets

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