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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed a bill into law banning sweepstakes casinos.

New York lawmakers are proposing new protections for sports bettors impacted by injuries on their wagers.

Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and Las Vegas native Kyle Busch has died at 41 after being hospitalized with a sudden, severe illness on Thursday.

Kalshi has become the first prediction market operator to join the National Council on Problem Gambling. The deal makes the operator the first prediction platform to join, with Kalshi’s CEO citing the industry’s growth as the reason for the investment.

Polymarket has filed with the CFTC to launch a new parlay-style feature for its sports markets. The move is meant to help it compete with Kalshi and mobile sportsbooks, and was made despite the tumultuous future facing the prediction industry.

Center-back Harry Maguire announced that he was not included in England’s 2026 World Cup Roster. Manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed the decision, despite the roster not being finalized. Maguire was a starter on the squad for the last two World Cups.

IMAX shares jumped after reports surfaced about possible acquisition discussions with entertainment companies.

Rhode Island officials claim prediction markets are operating outside the state’s legal gambling framework.

New York City Mayor Mamdani has secured 1,000 low-cost World Cup tickets, saving fans thousands of dollars. Residents can apply for the lottery, where winners will pay just $50 for a ticket and round-trip transportation to the match.

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