Sports Betting
Texas Gambling Laws: What's Legal and What's Not
Texas has strict gambling laws, but there are a few exceptions. Here's what you need to know about legal gambling in the Lone Star State.
August 14, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
Mississippi State Athletes Bet on Sports, Face Minor Discipline
Two Mississippi State student-athletes have been disciplined for betting on professional sports events using the Kalshi platform. They will undergo further rules training.
August 13, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
Florida's Gaming Industry Poised for Expansion: Record Donations Signal Big Changes
Gaming interests have donated a record $12.2 million to Florida campaigns, with the Seminole Tribe contributing the lion's share. Companies like FanDuel and DraftKings are also involved, hinting at potential market entry.
August 13, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
Apple TV Eyes Open Championship Streaming Rights Amid Sports Push
Apple TV is reportedly in talks to acquire the US streaming rights for the Open Championship, as part of its expanding sports offerings. The company has previously secured deals with Formula One and Major League Soccer, although the latter was terminated due to low interest.
August 12, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
Bally's Pauses Chicago Casino Construction Amid VGT Dispute
Bally’s has paused construction of non-casino amenities at its Chicago project due to a dispute over video gaming terminals (VGTs). The company alleges that the city's plan to legalize VGTs violates their agreement.
August 12, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
ProphetX and Pikkit Join Forces to Offer Federally Regulated Sports Prediction Markets
ProphetX and Pikkit have formed an alliance to offer federally regulated sports prediction markets, providing Pikkit's community access to a new trading experience.
August 11, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
Congress Steps In: MLB and MLBPA Face Deadline After Bryce Harper's FanDuel Video
Congress demands MLB and MLBPA address gambling concerns following Bryce Harper's involvement in a FanDuel video. The player had spent $18.5m with FanDuel, and during one of his periods of repeated losses, the player received a 'thank you' video featuring Harper himself.
August 11, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
Chiefs' Offense Faces Uncertainty as 2025 Season Approaches
The Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for the 2025 season with questions surrounding their offense. Patrick Mahomes is set to return from injury, but the team's playmakers are under scrutiny.
August 11, 2026·1 min read
Sports Betting
CFTC Warns Prediction Markets: Ditch American-Style Odds
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has advised prediction market platforms to avoid using American-style odds, citing potential mislead and lack of market depth. The guidance comes amidst ongoing debates about the nature of prediction markets.
August 10, 2026·1 min read