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espn.comsports5 hrs ago
Bryce Harper Says He Did Not Consent to FanDuel Using His Cameo Video as VIP Reward
Philadelphia Phillies player Bryce Harper stated he did not know or consent to FanDuel using a personalized video as a VIP reward. The video was given to a customer who later sued the company over gambling losses.
nypost.comworld6 hrs ago
California Records Most Winning Lottery Tickets on July 17
A Casino.org study of more than 7,000 winning tickets sold on July 17 from 2020 to 2024 found California led all states with 2,195 winners. Los Angeles topped U.S. cities with 198 winning tickets paying out $433,892.
New York Postbusiness4 days ago
Survey Finds More Americans Bet Than Read a Book in 2025
A national survey reported that 57 percent of American adults placed a bet in 2025, while fewer than half read any book during the year. The same data showed reading for pleasure on any given day fell from 28 percent in 2004 to 16 percent in 2023.
benzinga.comworld4 days ago
Online Sports Bettors Report Higher Rates of Missed Payments Than In-Person Bettors
A new Urban Institute report released July 9, 2026, found online sports bettors faced steeper financial difficulties than in-person bettors. The survey of more than 320 participants showed higher rates of missed payments and reduced savings among online gamblers.
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espn.comworld6 days ago
UK Online Gamblers Face Financial Risk Checks Above £1,000 Daily Spend
The Gambling Commission will require assessments for high-spending online gamblers starting at elevated thresholds before lowering them. The measures draw on credit data to identify financial harm risks without affecting credit scores.
nypost.compolitics7 days ago
California Cardrooms Can Continue Blackjack After Judge Rules Against Bonta
San Francisco Superior Court Judge Richard Darwin ruled that Attorney General Rob Bonta lacked authority to restrict table games at private cardrooms. The decision follows a May temporary order and preserves operations for dozens of gambling halls. CalMatters reported the outcome…
news.sky.comsports8 days ago
Illegal Casinos Use AI Deepfakes of Bellingham and Fernandes to Promote Betting Sites
Nightwin and QH88 presented the players as official partners through fabricated articles, photographs and video. The Guardian reported the sites operate without required licenses in the UK while targeting users there.
news.sky.combusiness9 days ago
Illinois man wins $1.3 million in June 11 lottery draw
An anonymous Illinois resident matched all five numbers in the June 11 Lucky Day Lotto drawing and received a $1.3 million prize. The same person won a $45,000 prize in the same game 15 years earlier when it was called Little Lotto.
finance9 days ago
Americans Expected to Eat 150 Million Hot Dogs on July 4
The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council estimates 150 million hot dogs will be consumed today. The Nathan’s Famous contest returns to Coney Island with betting markets offering odds on the outcome.
politics11 days ago
Australia Introduces Legislation Limiting Gambling Ads on TV and Radio
The federal government introduced a bill on July 2 that restricts gambling advertisements on television and radio during certain times, adds an online opt-out feature, and bars notable people from sponsored content. The measure faces an eight-week Senate inquiry after falling sho…
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports11 days ago
Malik Beasley pleads not guilty to federal gambling charges
Former NBA player Malik Beasley entered a not guilty plea Wednesday in Brooklyn federal court to charges that he altered his performance in 2024 games to benefit sports bettors and reduce his debts. His agent Paolo Zamorano also pleaded not guilty.
world12 days ago
Labor to Introduce Gambling Advertising Bill to Parliament Thursday
The bill limits TV and radio ads during daytime hours, bans stadium and jersey advertising, and requires social media platforms to create an opt-out system for adults.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld12 days ago
Labor MP and Staffers Attend Sportsbet-Sponsored Midwinter Ball
A Labor MP and several staffers sat at a table sponsored by Sportsbet at the annual Midwinter Ball in Canberra. The event occurred less than 24 hours after the Coalition and the Greens moved Labor's gambling advertising proposal to another committee.
axios.comfinance12 days ago
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $542 Million After No Winner Tuesday
No tickets matched all six numbers in the Tuesday drawing, pushing the prize to the largest of the year so far. The next drawing is set for Friday night.
New York Postpolitics12 days ago
Traveler Wins $3.3 Million Jackpot on Las Vegas Airport Slot Machine
A passenger identified as Anthony hit the jackpot after a $10 bet in the C Gates. Airport officials announced the win on social media Monday. The airport is one of two U.S. commercial hubs with terminal slot machines.
news.sky.compolitics14 days ago
UK adult gaming centres face £460m tax rise
A thinktank report found 43% public support for raising machine games duty on adult gaming centres. The proposal would double the tax rate from 20% to 40% and affect casinos and bookmakers.
news.sky.compolitics14 days agoUpdated
Former Conservative MP Craig Williams Pleads Guilty to Election Betting Offence
Craig Williams admitted using confidential information from Downing Street meetings to place bets on the 2024 UK general election date. A second defendant, Amy Hind, also pleaded guilty to similar charges.
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washingtonpost.comworld17 days ago
Illinois Man Sues DraftKings After Losing Over $2 Million, Alleging VIP Perks Fueled Addiction
Dane Miller filed a federal complaint on June 24 alleging DraftKings ignored signs of addiction and provided VIP incentives that escalated his betting. He lost his job, drafted a suicide note, and later entered recovery. The suit seeks damages from DraftKings and two casino partn…
news.sky.comworld18 days ago
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $348 Million After No Winner in June 24 Drawing
No tickets matched the six numbers drawn on Wednesday night. The prize is the third-largest lottery jackpot of 2026 so far. The next Powerball drawing is set for Saturday.
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androidauthority.comtechnology20 days ago
Meta Develops Standalone Prediction Markets App Called Arena
Meta is building a standalone smartphone app for prediction markets on sports, politics and news events. The project uses a points system at launch and operates separately from Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.
channel4.compolitics21 days ago
Poll Finds 44 Percent Want Election Betting Banned, 30 Percent Want It Legal
A new Politico survey found that a plurality of U.S. adults believe wagering on election results should be illegal. Views differed on other forms of prediction market betting such as sports and weather.
Le Mondesports22 days ago
FIFA Signs Deal With ADI Predictstreet to Offer Prediction Markets at 2026 World Cup
FIFA announced a partnership with ADI Predictstreet and Fanatics to promote prediction markets during the 2026 tournament. The move marks the first time the organization has endorsed this form of betting.
nbcnews.comtechnology22 days ago
Wall Street Journal Finds Over 1,100 Videos of Paid Polymarket Promotions Posted Without Disclosure
A Wall Street Journal investigation found Polymarket paid creators to post more than 1,100 deceptive clips showing fake bets and wins. None of the bets in the reviewed videos were real.
The Guardianpolitics22 days ago
Prediction market platforms expand across U.S. states with limited problem-gambling resources
Online prediction market platforms are operating in states where gambling has long been restricted, while public funding for addiction services remains limited or nonexistent in many areas. Advocates say the gap between market growth and treatment resources is widening.
New York Postsports26 days ago
NFL to Decide on Brendan Sorsby Supplemental Draft Request After Gambling Violations
Former college quarterback Brendan Sorsby seeks a supplemental draft following a gambling scandal that ended his eligibility at Texas Tech. ESPN analyst Damian Woody warned teams against selecting him.
nypost.comsports26 days ago
Quarterback Ends College Eligibility Bid After Court Developments
A college football player seeking to continue playing despite gambling violations ended efforts to remain eligible following legal actions by a conference. The developments followed a temporary court order that allowed continued participation.
yardbarker.comsports27 days agoUpdated
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to Enter NFL Supplemental Draft
Transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby will not play for Texas Tech this fall and instead plans to enter the NFL supplemental draft after an eligibility dispute tied to prior gambling. The move ends a legal fight over his college status.
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ESPNsports28 days ago
Deion Sanders Says Gambling by Players on Their Own Sport Is Wrong
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders criticized athletes betting on games they play in an interview with The Associated Press. The comments came before a court restored Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility after an NCAA betting ban.
Washington Examinerpolitics31 days ago
Texas Judge Lets Brendan Sorsby Play but Imposes Two-Game Suspension
A Texas judge granted an injunction permitting the quarterback to remain eligible for Texas Tech despite NCAA attempts at a lifetime ban. The ruling includes a two-game suspension.
benzinga.comfinance31 days ago
Flutter Entertainment to Cancel London Stock Exchange Listing on August 3
Flutter Entertainment will delist its shares from the London Stock Exchange on August 3. The company cited low trading volume and added regulatory costs after moving its primary listing to New York in 2024.
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South China Morning Postworld32 days ago
Gambling-related calls to Philippine helpline rise to nine in 10
Calls to a Manila rehabilitation centre hotline tied to gambling rose from seven in 10 in 2025 to nine in 10 so far this year. The centre has expanded from 13 to 16 facilities and plans three more.
winnipegfreepress.comsports33 days ago
Judge Grants Quarterback Temporary Injunction Allowing Limited 2026 Play Despite NCAA Ineligibility Ruling
Kirby Hocutt said the school is not a party to Brendan Sorsby's lawsuit and will continue to prioritize his recovery from a gambling addiction while complying with a temporary injunction.
calgaryherald.comworld33 days ago
California man sentenced to 27 months for illegal gambling and tax evasion
A California man received a 27-month federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to operating an illegal gambling business, laundering cash proceeds, and evading taxes on roughly $4.2 million in income. The Justice Department announced the sentence on June 10, 2026.
brobible.comsports34 days ago
Judge Issues Injunction Allowing Suspended Player to Compete
A Texas judge granted a temporary injunction that permits a college football player under lifetime NCAA suspension to return to the field this season. The player had received the suspension for placing thousands of wagers.
usethebitcoin.comworld35 days ago
Prediction Markets Grow Rapidly Among Young Men, But Most Users Lose Money Amid Insider-Trading Cases
CBS News reported that young men make up the majority of users on major prediction market platforms. Data shows six in ten Kalshi users are between 18 and 34, with roughly three million of four million active accounts belonging to men.
earther.gizmodo.compolitics36 days ago
Lawsuits test whether prediction markets fall under state gambling rules or federal oversight
Multiple states have issued cease-and-desist orders or filed suits against prediction market platforms. The CFTC has responded with its own legal actions, creating parallel proceedings in several federal courts.
rte.iebusiness38 days ago
Bally’s Intralot Agrees £243m All-Stock Takeover of Evoke at 77% Premium
The owner of William Hill and 888 agreed to an all-stock deal valuing the company at 52p per share after two months of talks. The transaction follows UK tax increases that took effect in April.
insidestory.org.aupolitics39 days ago
John Howard Joins Bipartisan Group Urging Albanese Government to Toughen Gambling Reforms
Former prime minister John Howard and other current and former lawmakers called on the Albanese government to strengthen its proposed gambling reforms.
montrealgazette.comworld39 days ago
Coroner Hears Evidence Betfair Did Not Adequately Protect Gambler Who Took Own Life After Losses
A coroner's inquest was told that Betfair did not adequately protect a gambler who took his own life after losing thousands of pounds.
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New York Postsports44 days ago
NCAA Denies Reinstatement for Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby After He Placed Nearly 3,000 Bets, Including on Own Team
A Lubbock court will hear Brendan Sorsby's challenge to the NCAA's denial of his reinstatement after the quarterback was placed on indefinite leave for violating gambling rules.
news.google.comsports44 days ago
NCAA Opposes Injunction Allowing Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to Play After Gambling Violations
The NCAA filed a legal brief late Friday opposing Brendan Sorsby's request for an injunction that would allow him to play for Texas Tech this season. A hearing is scheduled for Monday in Lubbock, Texas.
news.google.comsports44 days ago
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, Diagnosed With Gambling Disorder, Appeals NCAA Ban After Bets on Indiana
Court documents filed Friday in Lubbock detail Sorsby's four-year betting activity while at Indiana and Cincinnati. He completed a 35-day rehabilitation program and faces a Monday hearing on his request to remain eligible.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness46 days ago
Woman Wins Over $60 Million in Powerball After Changing Numbers
A woman altered her Powerball ticket numbers at the last minute and won a prize exceeding $60 million. The Sydney Morning Herald reported the outcome but provided no additional details on the drawing date, location, or ticket purchase.
citizen.co.zafinance52 days ago
Richard Desmond’s Group Faces Over £40 Million Bill After Lottery Lawsuit Loss
Richard Desmond’s group must pay more than £40 million in costs after losing a lawsuit against the Gambling Commission. A judge ruled the case brought by Northern & Shell was unreasonable.
api.foxsports.comworld53 days ago
Americans Expected to Wager $3.1 Billion on 2026 World Cup
Bookies.com forecasts Americans will place $3.1 billion in online sports bets on the 2026 World Cup. Prediction markets are projected to handle an additional $2.4 billion in wagers.
Ars Technicatechnology54 days ago
Trump Administration Sues Minnesota to Block Prediction Market Ban
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed suit against Minnesota on Tuesday, seeking to halt enforcement of a new state law that bans prediction markets and imposes felony penalties. The law, signed by Gov. Tim Walz earlier this week, is scheduled to take effect August…
thestreet.comfinance55 days ago
New Federal Tax Rule Limits Gambling Loss Deductions to 90 Percent
A federal tax change enacted under President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act now allows gamblers to deduct only 90 percent of losses against winnings. The rule took effect this year and has already prompted some professional poker players to reduce their tournament sche…
news.ycombinator.comscience63 days ago
Prediction Markets See Nearly $9M in Wagers on 2025 US Measles Case Totals
Prediction markets have seen heavy wagering on the spread of measles in the United States, with some evidence the forecasts are accurate enough to aid disease modelling. The markets trace their origins to 1988 University of Iowa research on election forecasting before expanding t…
Usa Todaytechnology67 days ago
FanDuel Investigating Technical Difficulties Preventing App Access
The FanDuel app became inaccessible for users on Thursday evening. The company's customer support account stated it is investigating the issue in coordination with its service provider. FanDuel is one of the most popular gambling apps in the United States.
Washington Examinerpolitics67 days ago
Rep. Hinson Introduces Resolution to Prohibit Lawmakers and Staff from Trading on Political Prediction Markets
Hinson's measure would amend House rules to prohibit members and staff from betting on platforms such as Polymarket or Kalshi, following unanimous Senate passage last week. The Iowa Republican, who is running for Senate, called for immediate floor action while the House remains o…
Usa Todaybusiness68 days ago
Powerball Jackpot Rises to $30 Million for May 6 Drawing
The Powerball jackpot reached $30 million with a cash value of $13.5 million for the drawing held on Wednesday, May 6. Four jackpot winners emerged across two recent drawings the previous week. Drawings occur three times weekly and tickets cost $2 in 45 participating states plus…
New Scientistscience76 days ago
$9 Million Bet on US Measles Forecasts in Prediction Markets Since January 2026
Prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket have seen nearly $9 million in bets on US measles cases since January 2026. These markets, which originated from academic research, have shown some accuracy in forecasting disease outbreaks. Experts suggest they could provide useful data f…
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David Sklansky, Poker Author and Player, Dies at 78
David Sklansky, a professional poker player and author, died on March 23, 2026, in Las Vegas from congestive heart failure. He was 78. Sklansky wrote books that applied mathematical concepts to poker strategy.