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By: Grant MitchellWest Virginia Online Casino Revenue Soars in February, up 41.6% YoY
According to the West Virginia regulator, the state’s online casinos combined to produce $37.1 million in revenue in February.

By: Michael SavioJudge Rules Kalshi is Subject to Ohio Sports Betting Laws
A federal judge has ruled that Kalshi must abide by Ohio’s sports betting laws. She rejected Kalshi’s argument that they are offering “swaps.” The ruling means the operator will need to acquire a sportsbook license for its prediction platform.

By: Michael SavioMinnesota Senate Reviewing Bill to Legalize Sports Betting
The Minnesota Senate is reviewing a bill to legalize online sports betting while protecting bettors. It would allow for 11 mobile sportsbooks, with tax revenue from the industry being used to support the state’s charitable gaming and horse racing industries.

By: Lucas DunnVisit Las Vegas Unveils New "Code Match" Digital Game on the Sphere
Visit Las Vegas launches "Code Match", a sphere-powered mobile game revealing three-digit winning codes for 16 exclusive Vegas prize packages.

By: Richard JanvrinPGL Commits $22 Million to Counter-Strike 2 Esports With 12 Events Planned for 2027-2028
PGL will invest at least $22 million into Counter-Strike 2 with 12 events planned across 2027 and 2028.

By: Grant MitchellTexas Primary Election Results Hurt Efforts to Legalize Casinos, Gambling
Numerous anti-gambling incumbents defeated pro-gambling challengers who were backed by Las Vegas Sands’ political action committees (PACs).

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Raiders Trade Maxx Crosby to Baltimore Ravens for First-Round Picks
The Las Vegas Raiders trade star defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens for first-round picks in the 2026 and 2027 NFL drafts.

By: Michael SavioMichigan and Kalshi File Lawsuits Over Sports Predictions
The Michigan AG has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging it is illegally offering gambling through sports prediction markets. It asks the court to grant it the power to ban Kalshi from offering sports markets in the state.

By: Michael SavioNigeria, Congo Await Ruling From FIFA Over World Cup Status
Nigeria and DR Congo continue to wait for a ruling from FIFA, determining which team will advance to the intercontinental playoffs. While FIFA released a schedule that included Congo, officials in Nigeria confirmed no official decision has been made.

By: Michael SavioUS Still Holding Critical Security Funds for 2026 World Cup
Several World Cup host sites in the US are demanding answers on delayed security funds from DHS. Leaders from Foxborough, New Jersey, and Miami have warned they may need to forfeit hosting duties if the funds aren’t delivered soon.