"Being in the world of sports betting has been a way of honoring my late grandfather. The old New Yorker relocated to Las Vegas when I was young, and passed his years of experience betting on sports to me. My pursuit of this profession was to honor his memory, and it has kept me connected to him long after he passed."
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Voter Referendum on Legal Sports Betting Begins in South Dakota
South Dakota State Senator Steve Kolobek has proposed Senate Joint Resolution 507, which would allow residents to vote on legalizing online sports betting. The measure is similar to proposals in 2022 and 2023, both of which failed in the House.
Feb 08, 2025
Sports Betting 
Arizona Warns Residents to Be Safe Betting on Super Bowl LIX
Arizona released a pair of public service announcements reminding bettors to play responsibly and watch out for scammers looking to steal information. The American Gaming Associate currently estimates over $1.3 billion will be wagered on the game.
Feb 08, 2025
Sports Betting 
AGA Predicts Over $1.30 Billion Will be Wagered on Super Bowl LIX
The AGA projects that around $1.39 billion will be wagered on Super Bowl LIX, an increase from $23 billion last year. The group believes that new sports betting states and an improved market in D.C. will result in a record number of bets.
Feb 05, 2025
Sports Betting 
ESPN Launches New Campaign to Promote Responsible Gaming Habits
ESPN has announced a new campaign to promote responsible gaming in the US. The campaign features two creative segments that discuss what responsible gaming means. It is part of a more significant effort to combat the rise in problem gambling.
Feb 05, 2025
Sports Betting 
Ohio Governor Renews Push to Double Sports Betting Tax Rate
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced he will again push to double the tax rate on sports betting operators after successfully doubling it in 2023. He cites aggressive sportsbook tactics that lead to more significant losses for Ohio bettors as the driving reason for the change.
Feb 04, 2025
Sports Betting 
Mississippi Online Sports Betting House Bill Gaining Momentum
House Bill 1302 passed the House Gaming Committee this week. The bill, which has been nicknamed the Mississippi Mobile Sports Wagering Act, would allow online sportsbooks to operate in the state. Most of the tax revenue generated would help fund road and bridge repair.
Feb 01, 2025
Sports Betting 
Hawaii Online Sports Betting Bill Advances in Hous Committee
A Hawaii House committee has unanimously voted to advance an online sports betting bill this week despite objections from local police and Boyd Gaming. The bill would have strict rules around problem gambling, helping to turn some opponents into supporters.
Feb 01, 2025
Sports Betting 
New Hampshire Legislature Rejects Bill to Raise Sports Betting Age
A New Hampshire committee rejected a bill raising the legal age for sports betting from 18 to 21, largely because of the impact on tax revenue. Opponents also argued that 18-year-olds should have the right to choose how to spend their money.
Jan 31, 2025
Sports Betting 
Feds Open Probe into Terry Rozier Over Unusual Betting Patterns
A report from the Wall Street Journal shows DOJ prosecutors are opening an investigation into a suspicious betting pattern involving Heat guard Terry Rozier. The investigation centers on a game in March 2023 where he exited with a suspicious injury.
Jan 31, 2025
Sports Betting 
BetCris Returns to US Sports Betting Market with Arizona Launch
A deal with Plannatech has allowed BetCris to launch its online sportsbook in Arizona after exiting the US market in 2007. The company hopes its brand name will still carry weight, allowing it to compete in the intensely competitive market.
Jan 31, 2025
Sports Betting 