"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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Michael Savio
Hawaii Sports Betting Bill Overcomes Odds to Pass Senate Vote
Lawmakers in Hawaii’s Senate have surprised many by passing sports betting bill HB1308, which would legalize and set up a framework for the industry. The House must approve changes before the bill is sent to the Governor.
Apr 11, 2025
Sports Betting 
Can the US Sports Betting Industry Survive A Recession?
A trade war has led to massive tariffs enacted worldwide, threatening to send the US into a recession and test the thriving sports betting industry. While online operators have been able to weather the storm so far, retail sportsbooks are already seeing massive losses.
Apr 07, 2025
Sports Betting 
California Sports Betting Remains a Longshot Despite Progress
Tribal leaders in the Golden State are attempting to restart negotiations over sports betting with a new proposal for a regulated market run by them. The proposal comes as sports prediction markets grow in popularity, giving bettors another way to wager on sports.
Apr 06, 2025
Sports Betting 
Michigan Regulator Investigating Sports Prediction Markets
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has confirmed reports that they have opened an investigation into sports prediction markets operated by Kalshi and Robinhood. The sports betting regulator has not taken any action against the operators as of yet.
Apr 05, 2025
Sports Betting 
Hawaii Online Sports Betting Bill Passes Key Hurdle in Senate
Hawaii’s Senate Ways and Means Committee passed online sports betting bill HB 1308 by a vote of 11-2, setting it up for a vote on the Senate Floor. While the bill passed by a wide margin, four lawmakers expressed reservations over their support.
Apr 05, 2025
Sports Betting 
City of Baltimore Files Lawsuit Against FanDuel and DraftKings
The Baltimore City Law Department has filed a lawsuit against FanDuel and DraftKings for deceptive marketing tactics. The department accuses them of fueling the rise in problem gambling and violating the city’s Consumer Protection Order, allowing it to take legal action.
Apr 04, 2025
Sports Betting 
Kalshi Setting Up Showdown With States Over Prediction Markets
Kalshi filed lawsuits against the New Jersey and Nevada regulators over cease-and-desist letters demanding its March Madness prediction market shut down. The company argues that only the CFTC should control the controversial market, meaning the regulators’ actions are illegal.
Apr 02, 2025
Sports Betting 
Oklahoma Sports Betting Bill Passes House Vote Despite Veto Threat
Sports betting bill HB 1101 and HB 1047 would establish a tribal-run sports betting market in Oklahoma, despite the threat of veto from Governor Stitt. The Senate is considering a separate bill, but the two champers haven’t been able to reach a compromise.
Mar 28, 2025
Sports Betting 
Are States Making a Mistake By Pushing Out Sweepstakes Operators
Several US states have banned or considered bans on all sweepstakes casinos as legal gambling spreads, but many are wondering if it is the right move. With problem gambling on the rise, are states taking away a possible solution?
Mar 28, 2025
Responsible Gambling
Mississippi Online Sports Betting Bill Would Ban Sweepstakes
The Mississippi Senate has officially rejected the House's sports betting bill, SB 2510. The changes would establish a regulated market and ban sweepstakes. The House and Senate will now head to a committee to consider the bill.
Mar 28, 2025
Sports Betting 