Maryland House Approves Online Sweepstakes Casino Ban, Senate to Decide
The House of Delegates passed House Bill 295, which would ban these controversial gaming platforms from operating in the state.
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Maryland House Approves Online Sweepstakes Casino Ban, Senate to Decide
The House of Delegates passed House Bill 295, which would ban these controversial gaming platforms from operating in the state.
33 Injured, 2 Critically in Crash with Bus Heading to Michigan Casino
It then crossed the roadway and went over an embankment, resulting in more than 60 percent of the passengers being injured.
Premier League clubs continue gambling sponsorship deals despite UK scrutiny
Premier League clubs are continuing to sign lucrative gambling sponsorship deals, including partnerships with unlicensed operators, as UK government plans for tighter regulation remain unclear.
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Vietnam plans stricter cryptocurrency rules, pushing traders toward licensed local exchanges to enhance oversight, strengthen tax collection, and curb capital outflows.
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Nevada Blocks Kalshi Prediction Markets in Temporary Ban
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Australia Star Court Ruling Deepens Fallout for Former Executives
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World Cup 2026 News
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Sports Betting
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Wisconsin Senate Votes in Favor of Mobile Sports Betting
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Nebraska Casinos Begin Effort to Legalize Online Betting
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Esports
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Responsible Gambling News
Premier League clubs continue gambling sponsorship deals despite UK scrutiny
Premier League clubs are continuing to sign lucrative gambling sponsorship deals, including partnerships with unlicensed operators, as UK government plans for tighter regulation remain unclear.
Is America’s Problem Gambling Crisis About to Explode
The emergence of sports prediction markets is prompting some states to legalize mobile sports betting. While many lawmakers remain worried about problem gambling, they also realize residents in all 50 states are already betting on sports using these markets.
Massachusetts Bill Aims to Crack Down on Problem Gambling
A new bill in Massachusetts proposes new regulations to curb problem betting. It proposes new regulations that limit bet types, wager amounts, and raise the operator tax rate 155%. It has passed its first committee, but still faces long odds.
