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Nevada Says Kalshi Violated Geofence Agreement, Seeks $120K Daily Fine
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Nevada Says Kalshi Violated Geofence Agreement, Seeks $120K Daily Fine

The Nevada Gaming Control Board says Kalshi failed to properly block event contract trading in the state and is seeking a $120,000-per-day penalty.
Legal
Kalshi-Catalist Sports Partnership Announcement Disappears Hours After Reveal
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Kalshi-Catalist Sports Partnership Announcement Disappears Hours After Reveal

A multi-year partnership between Kalshi and Catalist Sports was announced Tuesday morning, but the announcement disappeared from Catalist's website just hours later.
Industry
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

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.
Sports Betting
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

West Virginia University to Study Loss-Chasing Sports Bets

WVU has announced a new study on loss-chasing by online sports bettors. The habit involves bettors making risky wagers to make up for past losses, and is a serious sign of problem gambling that several states are trying to curb.
Responsible Gambling
DraftKings Sportsbook Extends Deal to Remain in Kansas
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

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.
Sports Betting
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

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.
Sports Betting
Man Stabbed Five Thunder Valley Casino Workers
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Man Arrested for Stabbing 5 Thunder Valley Casino Workers

Joseph Naugle, 22, was placed in Placer County Jail after he supposedly went on a spree of attacks against workers at Thunder Valley Casino Resort.
Industry
Gondola on the indoor canal at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, the property fined $7.2 million by Nevada regulators
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Nevada Fines Venetian $7.2M in Bowyer Bookmaking Case

The Nevada Gaming Commission fined The Venetian $7.2 million for compliance failures tied to bookmaker Mathew Bowyer's illegal bets.
Las Vegas
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

New Jersey Regulator Reports Record Sports Betting Handle for July

New Jersey saw a record-high July sports betting handle that generated around $20 million for the state. The knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup helped boost the numbers, with the tournament’s final match being held in New Jersey.
Sports Betting
Hand holding smartphone with Airbnb app open inside a modern rental apartment
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Clark County Approves Fines for Airbnb, VRBO Listings

Clark County commissioners voted 5-0 to fine Airbnb and VRBO for hosting unlicensed short-term rentals, starting Sept. 2.
Las Vegas