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Some states continue to reject sports betting, but there is reason to believe their residents are still dealing with problem gambling. Between residents visiting legal markets and the spread of prediction markets, are sports betting bans fueling the crisis?

South Carolina House lawmakers held a hearing on a bill to legalize sports betting, despite Governor McMaster's strong objections to the industry. The Senate is considering a similar bill, with both looking for up to eight sportsbook licenses.

New Jersey is investing $5 million into its 2026 World Cup hosting duties, which includes the final match. The money will help create fan zones and festivals to help shine on the global stage, and upgrade its reputation.

Tribal leaders have asked Wisconsin lawmakers to pass an Assembly bill legalizing mobile sports betting. The session ends next Friday, raising fears that the chamber will adjourn without voting on the issue, as they did in 2025.

CFTC Chair Michael Selig wrote an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal, promising a fierce defense of sports prediction markets here. He ripped states for standing in the way of the industry, which he believes benefits average Americans.

DAZN is expected to be awarded the 2026 World Cup broadcasting rights in Italy by the end of the month. The deal could be a big win, but only if Italy’s national team wins its FIFA playoff matches to end its World Cup drought.

Kalshi recorded over $1 billion in trading volume for Super Bowl LX, up 2,700% from last year, driven by expanded markets and improved pricing. The prediction app was downloaded at more than double the rate of DraftKings and FanDuel.

Chase ran a sale on 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets for its Sapphire members, selling out in three hours. While more will be available, it appears millions of fans will be left hoping for affordable tickets on the secondary market.

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.