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By: Richard JanvrinConnecticut Says Prediction Market Platforms Are Leaving After Cease-and-Desist Orders
Connecticut says prediction market operators are leaving the state following cease-and-desist notices over sports event contracts.

By: Richard JanvrinPennsylvania Player Loses $25K on Kalshi Despite Gambling Self-Exclusion
A self-excluded Pennsylvania player lost more than $25,000 after gaining access to prediction market platform Kalshi.

By: Richard JanvrinBank of America Upgrades DraftKings Stock to Buy After Recent Slide
Bank of America upgraded DraftKings to buy after shares fell 47% over the past year.

By: Michael SavioTennessee Regulator Lashes Out Over Sports Betting Violations
The Chairman of the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council expressed his frustration over sportsbook violations. He blasted the “human error” excuse and wondered if violations are truly being addressed. His words highlight an issue that is top of mind for regulators.

By: Michael SavioPenn Scores Win After TheScore Bet Partnership With NFL in Canada
Penn has reached a deal with the NFL to make theScore Bet its gambling partner in Canada. The deal will allow the casino and sportsbook platform to access NFL trademarks and grant exclusive advertising rights throughout the season.

By: Lucas DunnSphere Entertainment Shares Sink Nearly 14% After Craig-Hallum Downgrade
Sphere Entertainment shares closed at $110.83 on Monday after Craig-Hallum downgraded the stock, citing flat demand for The Wizard of Oz at Sphere.

By: Richard JanvrinIllinois Judge Rules Kalshi Sports Contracts Likely Qualify as Swaps
Kalshi scored a legal victory in Illinois after a judge ruled its sports event contracts likely qualify as federally regulated swaps.

By: Richard JanvrinOhio Orders 10 Prediction Market Operators and Brokers to Stop Offering Sports Contracts
Ohio has ordered 10 prediction market operators to stop offering sports-event contracts after a Sixth Circuit ruling.

By: Grant MitchellSan Diego Slot Machine Player Wins $1.2 Million at Pechanga Resort Casino
The woman, whose identity has not been revealed, turned a $25 wager into an eye-watering $1,152,944.82 payout last weekend. The $25 bet was the minimum...

By: Michael SavioLoyola Chicago Sports Betting Class Back For Second Semester
Loyola University Chicago has brought back its sports betting class this fall to educate students and prepare them for a potential career in the industry. It will be the second semester it is available, thanks to its popularity in the spring.