A new industry report ranks DraftKings and FanDuel as the leading U.S. sports betting apps, while Fanatics gains ground and several competitors face product-related challenges.
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Congressional scrutiny of prediction markets is intensifying as lawmakers question the CFTC’s oversight role while industry executives and regulators face growing political and legal pressure.
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Massachusetts sportsbooks are now required to explain account betting limits to customers, though early notifications are raising questions about whether the disclosures provide enough meaningful detail.
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Illinois’ new state budget introduces taxes and licensing requirements for fantasy sports and prediction markets, though ongoing legal disputes could delay enforcement on prediction market operators.
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Alberta’s regulated online gambling market continues to expand ahead of its July 13 launch, with several new operators, suppliers, and industry partners receiving approval to enter the province.
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World Cup betting could top $4 billion, but operators are focused on turning new bettors into long-term customers.
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Caesars agreed to a $17.6 billion takeover by Fertitta Entertainment that would take the casino giant private.
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FanDuel and DraftKings pushed Arkansas sports betting past $100 million in monthly handle for the first time, quickly taking over the market.
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Kalshi threatened legal action against FairPredicts over claims made in its “Kalshi Lies” campaign, calling the allegations defamatory and misleading.
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Bet365 joined Alberta’s upcoming regulated online gambling market ahead of its July 13 launch, alongside other major operators expanding into Canada.
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Flutter executives and board members bought more than $1 million in company stock this week as shares hovered near a 52-week low following FanDuel leadership changes.
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Colorado lawmakers have approved new sports betting restrictions, including limits on daily deposits and a ban on credit card funding, with the bill now headed to Gov. Jared Polis.
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Flutter CEO Peter Jackson said FanDuel must improve execution and customer retention ahead of the NFL season as the company works to regain sportsbook momentum.
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New Jersey lawmakers are proposing a temporary tax increase on World Cup betting revenue as the state prepares to host eight tournament matches this summer.
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New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would prohibit sportsbooks from rewarding bettors for enrolling in responsible gambling safeguards.
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U.S. sportsbooks generated nearly $17B in revenue in 2025 (+22.6%) per the AGA’s State of the States report.
Notably absent for the first time: sports betting handle figures.
LSR data indicates commercial handle fell ~2% in Q1, the first quarterly decline on record.
Online sportsbooks are holding steady for now, but rising competition and regulatory uncertainty are creating long-term concerns.
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Oklahoma #sportsbetting legalization remains unresolved as lawmakers, tribes, and the governor continue negotiating conflicting proposals with limited time left in the legislative session.
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Hawaii lawmakers are studying sports betting legalization, weighing potential economic benefits against social risks as recent legislation stalls.
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