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New York sues game developer Valve, alleges gambling promotion
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The US state of New York has filed a lawsuit against Valve Corporation, claiming as it sues the industry giant that an in-game mechanic that the developer uses and promotes in multiple popular titles is too similar to gambling. The lawsuit specifically targets loot boxes, an in-game mechanic that players unlock using real-life money for a chance to win in-game prizes. The rewards are sought after and traded, often using …
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As MrBeast collaborates with Super Group, talks spark over future
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Famed content creator James “MrBeast” Donaldson is collaborating with Super Group, the parent company behind popular betting platform Betway, sparking speculation about his potentially being further linked to the betting and gambling industry moving forward. MrBeast is one of the largest streamers and influencers in the world, known for his over-the-top challenges and big-money charity initiatives. In 2025, MrBeast was notably seen setting a donation record for the Guinness World …
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Rush Hour CCTV Game: How Does It Compare to Traditional Casino Games?
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Rush hour the annoying traffic phenomenon becomes an exciting new playing experience thanks to Rush Hour CCTV from 155.io. This brand new online betting game allows players to predict real-world traffic to win up to 18x their bet. In this guide, we’ll look at how Rush Hour CCTV compares to other traditional casino games such as slots and card and dice games. We’ll also point you towards our three top …
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Pennsylvania posts huge gambling revenue for January 2026
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Pennsylvania’s gambling industry has gotten the year 2026 off to a strong start, with the US state reporting better than a 10% year-over-year growth in revenue for January 2026 compared to the same month in 2025. Pennsylvania is one of the leading regulated gambling markets in the United States of America, with the state consistently generating hundreds of millions in betting tax revenues. The state offers several gaming options for …
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Could South Dakota get a vote on legalizing online sports betting?
Olivia Richman
The US state of South Dakota is looking to potentially expand its sports betting offerings after the South Dakota State Senate approved a proposal that would let its residents vote on allowing sports betting online throughout the state. Earlier in February, the South Dakota Senate voted 23-10 in favor of a resolution – namely, Senate Joint Resolution 504 – that would pull 90% of tax revenue from mobile sports betting …
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DraftKings makes clear its focus on prediction markets expansion
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DraftKings stock saw a steep decline despite posting strong numbers in Q4 2025 as the operator doubles down on prediction markets. Here’s what the company is saying, and why it’s having such an impact on its near-term numbers. US-based operator DraftKings is a key player in the country’s rapidly growing and evolving gambling scene, especially when it comes to sports betting. DraftKings has no shortage of players wagering, but the …
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Rivalry Corp sparks shutdown talk with live betting pause
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Canada-based online gambling operator Rivalry Corp has paused betting operations, and the shutdown has sparked discussion around the operator soon either selling or shutting down outright. Rivalry Corp entered the market with esports betting at the fore before expanding into iGaming and more traditional sports betting. The operator focused its efforts entirely on digital betting and relied on tech-savvy players as online betting continued to proliferate, with no in-person presence. …
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Ireland set to offer new licenses to betting operators, what’s next
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Ireland is finally creating a unified regulatory framework for gambling by authorizing the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) to offer licenses to betting operators, setting the stage for modernizing online betting in the country. Ireland has had in-person and online betting platforms for quite some time, but the country was facing an outdated framework that didn’t mesh properly with most modern platforms. This was especially evident in modern mobile …
Missouri sees massive sports betting handle after legalization
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Sports betting platforms have finally started operations in full in the US state of Missouri after a long wait for legalization, and sportsbooks in the state have reported massive handles for the first month of that new operation. Only 11 US states remain with sports betting kept illegal, and Missouri took a secondary route when bills to bring sports betting to the state proved unable to pass. Missouri’s gambling stakeholders …
DraftKings brings crypto deposits to select US states, here’s how
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Gambling operator DraftKings is bringing new options to bettors by introducing the option to use cryptocurrency in parts of the United States, albeit with a caveat. Here’s how it will work. Gambling using cryptocurrency has become increasingly popular in the online betting world, given its potential for play internationally and across a variety of platforms. Betting regulations in the US remain a work in progress, and that has included the …
Regulated betting market in Brazil posts massive yearly revenue
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Brazil launched its regulated gambling market, Bets, in 2025, and the country has already recorded substantial revenue in the first yearly period of its operation. State-run lotteries were the only gambling events legally allowed in Brazil, with land-based casinos and other betting strictly illegal within the country. Brazil recently legalized betting, allowing operators to launch their services to the country’s citizens and offer their selections of games. Residents have taken …
Michigan earns record billions in online gambling, betting revenue
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The US state of Michigan has seen regulated online gambling and betting significantly increased the state’s revenue by record amounts, according to new data shared by the Michigan Gaming Control Board. Commercial and tribal operators combined to generate a massive $3.8 billion in gross receipts for 2025. This was a 29.5% increase compared to 2024, reflective of the industry’s immense and ongoing growth. What’s more, about $3.1 billion of that …
Are prediction markets a real threat to online sports betting?
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Prediction markets may still be in their early days with much yet to be resolved among lawmakers and regulators, but they have already started trending among interested bettors, raising a real question over whether prediction markets are a threat to the existing growth of the sports betting sector. The online gambling industry has seen a series of major changes in recent years as online betting continues to proliferate worldwide. More …
Will online sports betting come to the state of Mississippi in 2026?
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The US state of Mississippi has been trying to legalize online sports betting for several years, but with all attempts having failed thus far, could two new bills proposed by lawmakers change things in 2026? Commercial gambling has been a part of Mississippi’s identity since the 1990s. This should be a point in support of online sports betting, but the state has been unable to advance any bill past the …
Massachusetts ends 2025 with new sports betting revenue record
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Massachusetts’ gambling revenue continued to rise throughout the year 2025, with the state’s sports betting sector performing at its strongest in December and setting new a fresh revenue record. While some US states remain indecisive about legalizing sports betting, Massachusetts introduced legal and regulated operators in 2022. The state fostered a supportive environment for the rising industry by cooperating with both tribal and commercial operators and allowing both physical and …
New Jersey set a new annual gambling revenue record in 2025
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Gambling in New Jersey surged in 2025, with operators reaching new record milestones as the state set a new annual mark for betting and gambling revenue. New Jersey’s online betting and gambling industry revenues increased over 20% in October 2025 compared to the same month in 2024. This year-over-year increase in revenues was largely attributed to a spike in betting activities in the iGaming sector as online betting continues to …
How Georgia could get legal sports betting without a vote
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The US state of Georgia has been attempting to legalize online sports betting for some time now, and interested parties in the state may have found a way to do so without a public vote, potentially speeding up the process if the effort is successful. House Bill 910 aims to authorize online sports betting in Georgia under the Georgia Lottery’s oversight. The bill was first introduced in 2025 by Representative …
When will online gambling expand in Alberta? What to know
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Alberta is one of the last major Canadian provinces without a regulated online gambling marketplace featuring private enterprises, but with things soon to change, here’s what to know about when online gambling will expand in the region. Most of the larger Canadian provinces have legalized and regulated gambling industries, with Alberta being an exception. A government-backed platform, PlayAlberta, was launched in 2020, but many players still preferr offshore and grey …
DraftKings joins in on legal sweeps debate in Maine, here’s why
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Sports betting operator DraftKings has publicly announced its support for a potential law that would change the legal status casino-style sweeps operators in Maine, pitting it directly against operators seeking to maintain a social and sweepstakes presence in the US state. Maine is the latest US state to consider legislative action against sweepstakes operators, with some lawmakers claiming that the activity featured on such platforms is too similar to real-money …
Google allows online ads for prediction markets: What to know
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Prediction markets are a rapidly emerging method of betting on real-world events, and these hot new betting opportunities will now be allowed to run ads on Google, with some caveats. Google is regularly updating its policies on betting and gambling ads to ensure better protection for its customers and that it remains in line with shifting regulations worldwide. Prediction markets are a new and trending betting mechanism that many assumed …
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