Sports Betting Industry News & Market Updates

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Fanatics Launches New App Combining Casino, Sports Platforms

Fanatics launched a new app combining its sportsbook, prediction, and casino platforms. It’s already live, making it available for the start of the football season. The launch comes soon after Fanatics became an official betting partner of the NFL.
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DraftKings Announces National Promo To Celebrate Football Season

DraftKings has announced a new “DraftKings Gameday” promotion to celebrate the start of the football season. It will offer bonuses, giveaways, and even free gas in select cities. The promotion will also highlight the operator's expansion of sports prediction markets.
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California IGA Head Calls on Kalshi to Join Regulated Market

California’s Indian Gaming Association Chair Victor Rocha called for Kalshi to join the regulated betting market. He argued that sports betting offers a chance at higher revenue, while allowing the operator to end its costly legal battles.
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North Carolina Tax Increase Delivers Spike in Tax Revenue

North Carolina saw a spike in sports betting handle and tax revenue in July, the first month under its new tax rate. The World Cup played a large role in the success, making it hard to gauge the tax's true impact.
NFL Renews DraftKings, FanDuel Sports Betting Partnerships Following Fanatics Deal
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NFL Renews DraftKings, FanDuel Sports Betting Partnerships Following Fanatics Deal

DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics have signed multi-year deals as official NFL sports betting partners, with Fanatics also adding an online casino partnership.
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DraftKings Launches Sports Prediction Markets in California

DraftKings has officially launched sports markets on its prediction platform in California, where sports betting remains illegal. As a result, the operator is risking a conflict with the state and its tribes, which are fighting to keep sports markets out.
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MGM Announces Upgrades Are Coming for Its BetMGM Sportsbook

MGM has announced new upgrades to its BetMGM Sportsbook platform ahead of the football season. The upgrades focus on improving performance and making it easier for bettors to manage their wagers in hopes of winning bettors over from rival platforms.
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Nebraska Sports Betting Petition Passes After Investigation

A petition to put online sports betting in Nebraska on the ballot in November has been approved. The news comes after the Secretary of State announced a signature fraud investigation into it and several other active petitions.
DraftKings Sportsbook Extends Deal to Remain in Kansas
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DraftKings Sportsbook Extends Deal to Remain in Kansas

DraftKings Sportsbook has extended its retail and online sports betting partnerships with Butler National’s Boot Hill Casino in Kansas. The deal will remain in place until at least 2030. DraftKings remains the most popular online sportsbook in the state.
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MGC Opens Investigation into Cardinals’ Suspended Scout

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has announced a new investigation into an Arizona Cardinals scout over illegal gambling. It is focusing on unusual betting activity around the 2026 NFL Draft, as well as allegations of betting on college and pro games.