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Federal Prosecutors Add Bribery Charge Against NBA's Terry Rozier in Sports Betting Case
Federal prosecutors have expanded their case against Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier by filing new criminal charges. According to a superseding indictment, prosecutors accuse Rozier of accepting money to leave a Charlotte Hornets game early in March 2023. They claim this allowed other people involved in the plan to win large sports bets tied to his performance.
The case has drawn attention bec...
SEC Mandates Sports Betting Education for All Student-Athletes Ahead of 2026-27 Season
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) is taking new steps to address the growing popularity of sports betting among college athletes. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey announced Wednesday during the conference’s spring meetings in Florida that all student-athletes will be required to complete a sports betting education video before their first regular season game in 2026-27.
The decision comes as spo...
The Sports Geek’s World Cup Pick’em Contest Is Officially Live!
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is on, and there’s no better way to experience every upset, breakout star, and unforgettable moment than by putting your soccer knowledge to the test in The Sports Geek’s free World Cup Pick’em Contest.
With the tournament returning to North America this summer, fans across the United States and Canada now have a chance to compete for bragging rights, a...
Nevada Congresswoman Pushes Back Against CFTC's Prediction Market Oversight
A Nevada congresswoman criticized the CFTC for regulating prediction markets tied to sports and other events. He argued the agency should focus on commodities instead of betting-style contracts.
The debate could reshape how Americans place wagers, with Nevada leaders supporting state control while federal regulators claim authority over prediction markets.
Nevada's Defense of State Gaming...
Rhode Island AG Sues Polymarket and Kalshi Over Alleged Unregulated Sports Betting
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha has filed a lawsuit against Polymarket and Kalshi, two of the world’s biggest online prediction market platforms. The lawsuit claims the companies are running unregulated sports betting operations in Rhode Island.
The 32-page complaint was filed on May 21 in Providence County Superior Court. It argues that the companies’ “event contracts” are reall...
Jake Paul's Betr Buys Licensed Broker, Teams Up With Polymarket
Jake Paul’s gaming company, Betr, has bought Ascent Capital Management Inc. The deal gives Betr approval to operate in the prediction markets industry under federal rules. In May 2026, the company also announced a partnership with Polymarket to bring prediction markets directly into the Betr app.
The Deal That Opens the Door to Prediction Markets
Betr’s purchase of Ascent Capital Manageme...
Congress Investigates Kalshi and Polymarket Over Insider Trading Concerns
Congress is increasing pressure on the growing prediction markets industry. On May 22, House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer announced investigations into possible insider trading involving prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket.
Comer revealed the investigations during an appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” The probe focuses on suspicious trades conn...
Lawmakers Warn Prediction Markets Over Youth-Targeted Gambling Advertising Practices
Prediction market companies Kalshi and Polymarket are facing criticism over ads that lawmakers say may appeal to teenagers.
Senators introduced new legislation targeting gambling ads aimed at minors, while a Senate hearing examined social media’s role in exposing young people to gambling content. One industry leader compared the companies’ marketing tactics to Juul.
The Advertising Contro...
Senate Questions Prediction Markets Over Sports Betting Concerns
Prediction market companies faced tough questions from lawmakers Wednesday during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing about sports betting, gambling addiction, and state gaming laws.
Senators from both parties criticized companies like Kalshi and Crypto.com over concerns about youth marketing, cheating in sports, and competition with state-regulated sportsbooks and tribal casinos.
Concern...
Washington State Bans Player Props and Live Betting Amid Growing Concerns
Washington state became the first state to ban player prop bets and live in-game wagering. The law blocks bets on player performances and wagers made during games. Meanwhile, Ohio lawmakers are considering stricter gambling rules.
These changes could reshape sports betting nationwide and force regulated sportsbooks to change how they operate and attract customers.
What the Ban Means for B...
Sports Betting Money Floods Georgia Politics as Industry Faces Growing Scrutiny
The sports betting industry is spending millions of dollars on Georgia political campaigns as lawmakers once again consider regulating online sports betting in the state.
Major sportsbook companies and political groups connected to the industry have reportedly spent around $10 million to influence Georgia elections connected to sports gambling laws.
Sports Betting Industry Pushes for Grow...
Connecticut Reports Over 200 Suspected Underage Betting Cases Via Parent Accounts
Connecticut regulators are investigating more than 200 suspected cases of minors using parents’ DraftKings and FanDuel accounts to place sports bets. The incidents raised concerns about sportsbook security and could lead to stricter identity checks nationwide.
Bettors may eventually face additional login and verification steps to prevent underage gambling.
How Minors Accessed Sportsbook A...
Federal Judge Permits Ho-Chunk Nation Lawsuit Against Kalshi to Move Forward
A Wisconsin judge allowed the Ho-Chunk Nation’s lawsuit against Kalshi to continue. The tribe argues Kalshi’s sports event contracts are a form of sports betting that violates tribal gaming rights.
The case could shape how prediction markets are regulated nationwide and impact bettors, tribal casinos, and prediction market companies across the country.
What the Lawsuit Claims About Event ...
Kentucky AG Challenges Federal Control Over Sports Prediction Markets
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is pushing back against federal regulators over who should control sports-related prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket.
In a letter sent Monday to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Coleman argued that these platforms are basically offering sports betting and should be regulated by states, not the federal government.
Coleman...
UFC 328 Betting Irregularities Force Sportsbooks to Close Props and Cut Limits
Before UFC 328, unusual betting activity caused Joaquin Buckley’s odds to shift from a +150 underdog to a -220 favorite. BetOnline responded by closing prop bets and lowering limits.
Despite heavy betting support for Buckley, Sean Brady won by unanimous decision, raising new concerns about fairness and integrity in MMA betting markets.
The Dramatic Line Movement and Sportsbook Response
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Oklahoma Sends Sweepstakes Casino Ban to Governor, State Crackdown Spreads Nationwide
Oklahoma is moving closer to banning sweepstakes casinos after lawmakers approved SB 1589 with strong bipartisan support. The bill targets online casino-style games that use dual-currency systems and expands liability to companies connected to the industry.
Oklahoma now joins a growing number of states cracking down on sweepstakes gambling in 2026.
A Strong Legislative Push in Oklahoma
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FanDuel CEO Amy Howe Steps Down as Eric Genetski Takes Over
FanDuel announced a major leadership change as CEO Amy Howe stepped down and Eric Genetski took over. Flutter Entertainment confirmed the move.
Howe was one of the sports betting industry’s most recognizable female leaders, and her departure could lead to changes in FanDuel’s promotions, customer policies, and betting features moving forward.
Howe’s Role in FanDuel’s Growth
Amy Howe le...
Kalshi Tightens Age Checks After Regulators Raise Concerns
Kalshi has added stronger age verification rules as regulators question whether its sports-related prediction markets are too similar to sports betting. The company says the new safeguards will block minors from accessing the platform.
The move could help Kalshi avoid stricter regulation as states increase scrutiny of prediction market operators.
Why Age Verification Became a Major Issue
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Michigan Lawmakers Reject Governor's Proposed Per-Bet Sports Betting Tax
Michigan lawmakers rejected Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s proposed 25–50 cent fee on each sports bet, leaving it out of current budget bills. The move shows strong opposition. As a major betting market, changes matter, and the issue may return. Lawmakers are still considering higher taxes on online casino gaming.
What a Per-Bet Fee Would Have Meant
The proposed fee would have been very diff...
Polymarket Pulls Kentucky Derby Betting Markets After Churchill Downs Complaint
Polymarket removed all Kentucky Derby betting contracts just days before Saturday’s race after Churchill Downs asked them to stop. The company agreed right away, taking away a popular alternative to regular sportsbooks.
This decision shows how control over betting on major events is being challenged. It also affects users who already had money in Derby-related markets.
Why Churchill Down...
Sports Betting Is Changing How Newsrooms Cover Sports
Since the Supreme Court’s 2018 decision allowing states to legalize sports betting, U.S. sports journalism has shifted.
Newsrooms now routinely include point spreads, totals, and odds movement in coverage, accelerating how information reaches betting markets and influencing sportsbook adjustments while raising concerns about fairness when audiences have financial stakes directly.
The New...
