"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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Will Brazilian Soccer Fans Be Banned From the 2026 World Cup?
President Trump is considering placing a ban on Brazilian visas amid escalating tensions between the two countries. The ban would prevent the country’s residents from attending World Cup games in the US, which kicks off next summer.
Jul 31, 2025
World Cup 2026
BetRivers Becomes Latest Sportsbook to Respond to Illinois Tax
BetRivers Sportsbooks has announced it will be increasing its minimum bet requirement in Illinois to $1 in response to the state’s new per-bet tax. The Illinois-based operator is the sixth sportsbook to take action in response to the controversial tax change.
Jul 31, 2025
Sports Betting 
Georgia House Committee Holds First Meeting to Study Sports Betting
The House Study Committee on Gaming in the State of Georgia held its first meeting to explore the impacts of legalizing sports betting on Monday. The committee is required to submit its recommendations by December 1 for a House review.
Jul 31, 2025
Sports Betting 
White House Request Delays Vote on CFTC Nominee Quintenz
The White House has requested that a Senate committee delay a vote on its CFTC nominee as concerns over his ties to Kalshi continue to grow. While President Trump still publicly supports the nomination, they have not confirmed how they will proceed.
Jul 30, 2025
Sports Betting 
MLB Places Closer Clase on Leave Amid Gambling Investigation
The MLB has placed Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase on paid leave amid an investigation into unusual betting patterns involving some of his stats. It is the second gambling investigation into a Guardians pitcher this month.
Jul 30, 2025
Sports Betting 
New Jersey Assembly Bill Would Ban Micro Betting on Sports
The New Jersey Assembly is considering a bill that would place a ban on micro-betting on sports, which allows bettors to wager on small moments of a game. The bill is meant to slow down the betting process and reduce problem gambling.
Jul 29, 2025
Sports Betting 
FIFA Announces Ticket Application Period for 2026 World Cup
FIFA has announced that it will begin accepting 2026 World Cup ticket applications on September 10. Winners will be randomly drawn, with tickets being awarded in phases. The governing body has not confirmed if its new dynamic pricing model will be used.
Jul 26, 2025
World Cup 2026
Three California Tribes File Lawsuit Against Kalshi, Robinhood
A group of California tribes has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi and Robinhood, alleging that their sports prediction markets violate state and federal gambling laws. The tribes are requesting the court block them from operating in California.
Jul 26, 2025
Sports Betting 
Key Problem Gambling Resource May Disappear By End of Summer
A battle over the 1-800-GAMBLER trademark is unfolding in a New Jersey court, raising concerns that the crucial problem gambling resource could go offline. A restraining order has kept it active, but it is set to expire when the football season begins.
Jul 26, 2025
Responsible Gambling
Senate Committee to Vote on CFTC Nominee Before August Recess
The Senate Agriculture Committee confirmed it will convene before its August recess to vote on CFTC chair nominee Brian Quintez. The vote on the nomination was set for earlier this week, but had to be postponed due to the absence of one member.
Jul 24, 2025
Sports Betting 