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Mon, Oct 19, 6:45 AM ET
NBA asks sportsbooks to stop taking certain bets and limit parlay offerings ahead of 2026-27 season
The league is pushing tighter restrictions on prop-style and high-risk wagers as regulated sportsbooks prepare for the new season.
Gambling News · +11 outlets
Fanatics CEO Rubin says US sports betting marketing could hit $7B next year as Kalshi and Polymarket enter
Fanatics chief Michael Rubin expects customer acquisition spending to more than double as prediction markets add competitive pressure to sportsbook marketing bu
Legalsportsreport · +5 outlets
Crypto.com and Novig sue Missouri attorney general over sports event contracts
The suit challenges state authority over event-based contracts, part of a widening fight between prediction markets and gaming regulators.
RG.org · +14 outlets
Award-winning filmmaker leaves ESPN over the network's gambling embrace
The departure adds to scrutiny of ESPN's expanding sports betting partnerships and content.
Card Player · +12 outlets
CNN: Prediction markets partnering with athletes and teams are souring the fan experience
Growing tie-ups between prediction platforms and sports properties are drawing criticism from fans and commentators.
CNN
Ex-NFL scout and pundits criticize ESPN over cartoon betting guide said to target children
The segment drew accusations that ESPN is marketing gambling content to a young audience.
Pro Football Network · +1 outlets
Politico: why young men keep gambling, despite weak grasp of regular money
The report examines financial literacy gaps and habit formation among younger gambling customers.
Politico
Seattle Times opinion: celebrity sports betting endorsers are the modern Marlboro Men
The column argues celebrity gambling promotions carry public health risks akin to past tobacco advertising.
The Seattle Times · +1 outlets
Hurricanes favored over Golden Knights in Stanley Cup Final
Early futures pricing installs Carolina as the favorite in the championship series matchup.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Online harassment of women athletes often targets gender and erodes confidence, report finds
The study documents gendered abuse directed at women athletes across digital platforms.
Maryland Matters · +1 outlets

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