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Indiana and Maine Sweepstakes Casino Bans Take Effect This Month
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Indiana and Maine Sweepstakes Casino Bans Take Effect This Month

Two new state laws are reshaping the sweepstakes casino landscape this month.
Legal
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Nebraska Petitions Supporting Online Betting Submitted

Tax Relief Nebraska has submitted signatures to put online sports betting on the ballot this November. The effort comes after years of legislative deadlock over the issue, and amid growing concerns over the impact of sports prediction markets.
Sports Betting
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

FIFA Suspends Balogun Red Card Ahead of Round of 16 Match

FIFA has lifted the one-game suspension of the USMNT’s Florian Balogun following his Round of 32 red card. The move will allow the team to have its top scorer on the pitch for their Round of 16 matchup against Belgium.
World Cup 2026
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Responsible Gambling Caught in Crossfire Between NCPG & MGCB

Michigan’s top gambling regulator just pulled out of the NCPG over prediction markets. While the regulator intended to target the rival industry by exiting the group, it seems likely that responsible gambling efforts will be the biggest victims.
Responsible Gambling
Nebraska Group Submits Signatures to Put Online Sports Betting on Ballot
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Nebraska Group Submits Signatures to Put Online Sports Betting on Ballot

The campaign seeks to legalize online sports betting through a statewide ballot measure.
Legal
Premier Lacrosse League Eyes Team Sales Beginning in 2028
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Premier Lacrosse League Eyes Team Sales Beginning in 2028

League officials envision independently owned franchises as the PLL continues to expand.
Industry
Michigan Gaming Control Board Leaves NCPG Over Kalshi Partnership
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Michigan Gaming Control Board Leaves NCPG Over Kalshi Partnership

Michigan regulators cited concerns over Kalshi's prediction market business and responsible gaming.
Industry
Meta Tried to Acquire Kalshi Before Building Its Own Prediction Market
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Meta Tried to Acquire Kalshi Before Building Its Own Prediction Market

Meta reportedly considered buying Kalshi before pursuing an internal prediction market project.
Industry
Catawba Two Kings Hits Milestone, Announces Plans
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Catawba Two Kings Celebrates Milestone, Announces Two New Casinos

A celebration that included more than 500 tribal members, construction workers, and partners was held on Wednesday to commemorate the feat.
Industry
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Where All Three World Cup Hosts Stand After the Round of 32

All three 2026 World Cup hosts have advanced to the Round of 16, keeping their hopes of winning their first title alive. We’re breaking down how each squad got here, and providing a short preview of their Round of 16 matchups.
World Cup 2026