William West Roberts, a Las Vegas man, was indicted by a grand jury on multiple charges including running an illegal gambling business and money laundering. Roberts was released without bail after a Clark County judge's decision on September 30, 2026.
The Indian Gaming Association has voiced opposition to a federal bill aimed at regulating the cryptocurrency industry, citing concerns over prediction markets and tribal sovereignty.
The Public Health Advocacy Institute and Families and Friends of Gamblers have united to launch a new campaign pushing for gambling reform. The initiative, Truth and Integrity: The Movement for Gambling Reform, will officially launch on September 23.
The American Gaming Association reports a slight increase in legal NFL betting handle, citing prediction markets as a growing threat. The association warns of the impact of prediction markets on the regulated sports betting industry.
Roy Alexander, a former Texas Tech wide receiver, has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA over a six-game suspension for betting on sports. Alexander argues that his bets were small and did not impact game integrity.
Florida's gambling laws are complex. Pari-mutuel betting and horse racing are allowed but limited to specific racetracks. Tribal gaming is legal and exclusive to the Seminole Tribe. Slot games are heavily regulated and limited to certain counties. Sports betting is legal but only through Hard Rock Bet.
The Texas Medical Association has called for the legal age for using prediction markets to be raised to 21, citing concerns over adolescent vulnerability to gambling addiction. The proposal is under review by the Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs.
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Fanatics Sportsbook is set to become an official NFL betting partner and sportsbook, leveraging the NFL’s vast intellectual property assets for activations and promoting events. The partnership includes efforts to restrict abusive bettors.
The city of Baltimore has taken legal action against prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket, accusing them of facilitating unlawful gambling. The platforms are also facing legal challenges in other states.
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.
ProphetX and Pikkit have formed an alliance to offer federally regulated sports prediction markets, providing Pikkit's community access to a new trading experience.
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.
A Utah judge has dismissed Kalshi's lawsuit, ruling that state gambling laws apply to its prediction market platform. The decision marks another challenge for Kalshi in the United States.
The state of New York has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging that the prediction market firm is operating illegally. The lawsuit seeks to stop Kalshi's operations in New York, pay restitution to residents, and forfeit profits.
New Jersey is closer than ever to implementing a sweepstakes casino ban, while prediction markets in other states continue to face legal challenges. The proposed ban has received overwhelming support from state lawmakers and now awaits Governor Phil Murphy's decision. Meanwhile, prediction markets in Minnesota and Nevada are navigating through legal battles.