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Sat, Oct 24, 6:45 AM ET
Utah sues Kalshi for millions, seeking to block sports and event contracts in the state
The suit follows a federal court ruling that rejected Kalshi's bid to evade state oversight, intensifying the state-versus-prediction-market legal fight.
Legalsportsreport · +14 outlets
CFTC pauses Novig and ProphetX micro contracts on individual plays
The regulator halted contracts tied to single plays, such as first basket, indicating fresh federal scrutiny of event contract design.
Legalsportsreport · +6 outlets
AGA: US sports betting revenue fell 15.6% in August as iGaming grew
The industry-wide drop contrasts with continued growth in online casino, a shift operators are watching closely heading into football season.
RG.org · +3 outlets
Louisiana class action filed against FanDuel, DraftKings and area casinos
The suits add to mounting litigation over sportsbook marketing practices in multiple states.
WBRZ · +14 outlets
Sen. Blumenthal expands VIP practices probe, lettering sportsbooks and prediction markets
Congress is pressing operators on AI use and VIP reward programs, raising the risk of new federal requirements.
Sbcamericas · +3 outlets
Betting operators and prediction markets set record spending on lobbying and campaign donations
The spending level underscores how much the industry is investing to shape state and federal gambling policy.
Semafor · +12 outlets
Pennsylvania HB 2879 targets microbets and VIP programs
State legislators are moving to restrict fast-turnaround wagers and VIP inducements, part of a broader state-level crackdown.
RG.org · +1 outlets
Wisconsin tribes seek dismissal of lawsuit over online sports betting
The motion tests the legal footing of the state's tribal online betting compacts.
RG.org · +12 outlets
Nebraska online sports betting expansion heads to November vote
Voters will decide whether to legalize online sportsbooks, with opponents warning about addiction risks.
Action Network · +12 outlets
US online casino revenue reaches $1.03 billion in August
iGaming's steady climb is offsetting softer sports betting revenue for operators with both products.
iGaming.org · +7 outlets
Pennsylvania forms first legislative Problem Gambling Caucus
The bipartisan group is aimed at advancing responsible gambling policy in a major betting state.
Sbcamericas · +11 outlets
Michigan September gross sports betting revenue jumps 27% to $56.3M
Michigan, Pennsylvania and New Jersey all posted September gains, pointing to a strong start to the football calendar.
TheLines.com · +3 outlets
Pennsylvania sports betting revenue rises 50.45% in September
The sharp year-over-year gain reflects both volume growth and favorable hold for operators in the state.
Betting News · +2 outlets
New York sports betting handle for NFL Week 6 rises 11% year over year
Handle growth in the largest US market signals sustained demand despite a crowded operator field.
TheLines.com · +12 outlets
Ohio bans bettor over alleged threats against Blue Jays manager
The ban is a rare enforcement action tied to harassment of a player or coach by a bettor.
Legalsportsreport · +14 outlets
Maryland September sports betting handle hits $652M, revenue down 20%
Higher volume with lower revenue illustrates how hold percentage swings can hit state tax receipts.
Betting News · +1 outlets
Tennessee handle tax proves its worth in September
The state's per-handle tax model continues to generate revenue even as operator margins fluctuate.
Legal Sports Betting
CFTC and prediction markets discuss oversight at NEXTPredict conference
Regulators and executives debated the framework for event contracts as legal challenges continue.
Legalsportsreport · +1 outlets

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