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Jefferies analysts bullish on online sports betting after G2E
Dig Deeper The Backstory Jefferies’ bullish read on online sports betting after the Global Gaming Expo fits a broader pattern in the sector: analysts still see growth, but increasingly through the lens of regulation, tax policy and product mix. The firm’s latest view emphasizes that online sports betting remains structurally stronger than prediction markets, while iGaming offers a longer runway as states and operators seek higher-margin revenue streams. That optimism is not unqualified.
Responsible Online Gaming Association releases marketing and advertising standards
Dig Deeper The Backstory The Responsible Online Gaming Association’s new marketing and advertising code marks a shift in how the largest U.S. online betting operators are trying to manage scrutiny of their customer acquisition practices.
SOTA Benefits Announces Executive Briefing on Advanced Healthcare Cost Containment Strategies in Houston
Houston, TX, August 07, 2026 --(PR.com)-- HOUSTON, TX — August 7, 2026 — On Wednesday, August 12, SOTA Benefits will host an exclusive executive briefing at the Memorial Hermann advanced training center. The event will bring together top healthcare influencers, consultants, and strategic partners from across Texas to share proven, actionable strategies for controlling group health insurance costs.
Flutter lowers guidance, ups investment in FanDuel
Dig Deeper The Backstory Flutter Entertainment’s latest guidance cut is less a break from strategy than an escalation of one. The company has spent the past year telling investors that near-term earnings pressure in the United States is acceptable if it strengthens FanDuel’s position in online sports betting, igaming and emerging adjacent products.
World Cup engagement buoys BetMGM in second quarter
Dig Deeper The Backstory BetMGM’s second-quarter update landed at the intersection of two forces shaping the U.S. online gambling market: the promotional power of a global sports event and the pressure to turn engagement into durable profit. The company’s leadership framed the World Cup as more than a temporary spike in betting activity, arguing that soccer can pull customers through slower summer months and expand the long-term sports betting calendar in the United States.
Prediction markets the hot topic at analyst conference
Dig Deeper The Backstory Prediction markets have become a new fault line for gambling operators, data suppliers and regulators because they blur a boundary the industry has spent years trying to define. Sports betting in the United States has been legalized state by state, with tax rates, licensing rules and consumer protections negotiated through gaming agencies and legislatures.
PayNearMe announces launch of Cash App Pay for real-money gaming
Dig Deeper The Backstory PayNearMe’s launch of Cash App Pay for real-money gaming reflects a broader shift in which payments are no longer a back-office function for betting operators. They have become a competitive tool, a retention lever and, increasingly, a regulatory pressure point. The Arkansas rollout with BetSaracen gives Cash App users a way to fund online wagering through a payment method many already use as a primary financial account.
Flutter Entertainment delisting from London Stock Exchange to focus on US
Dig Deeper The Backstory Flutter Entertainment’s plan to leave the London Stock Exchange is less a sudden break with its past than the final step in a shift that has been underway for years. The owner of FanDuel moved its primary listing to New York in 2024, aligning its capital markets profile with the business that increasingly drives investor attention: U.S. sports betting and online gaming. The company’s latest decision reflects a practical calculation.
Massive Gaming enters content distribution partnership with Bragg Gaming
Dig Deeper The Backstory Massive Gaming’s distribution agreement with Bragg Gaming Group fits into a wider shift among igaming suppliers toward scale, regulated-market access and more differentiated content portfolios. For Massive, the deal gives its Slotmart, Whale House and Blitzcrown studios a route into Bragg’s operator network, starting with Brazil and Greece and with scope for further regulated markets.
Ovanti launches Southeast Asian prediction market in time for World Cup
Dig Deeper The Backstory Ovanti’s entry into prediction markets in Southeast Asia is landing at a moment when the product category is moving from niche finance-adjacent trading into mainstream sports engagement. The company’s Ominari platform is starting with football contracts tied to the FIFA World Cup, a tournament that has become the central test case for operators trying to define the boundary between sports betting, fan engagement and event-based derivatives. The timing is not accidental.
RubyPlay expands North American presence with Fanatics Casino deal in New Jersey
Dig Deeper The Backstory RubyPlay’s agreement to supply Fanatics Casino in New Jersey fits into a broader pattern in which Fanatics is using content partnerships to deepen its online casino product across the handful of U.S. states where internet casino gambling is regulated. The deal gives RubyPlay access to one of the most closely watched digital gaming brands in the country and reinforces New Jersey’s role as a launchpad for suppliers seeking credibility in the U.S. market.
CFTC sues New Mexico over prediction market regulation
Dig Deeper The Backstory The lawsuit against New Mexico is the latest escalation in a national fight over whether sports-related event contracts are financial derivatives under federal law or gambling products that states can police through gaming statutes.
Dan Keene appointed CEO of Alberta iGaming Corporation
Dig Deeper The Backstory Alberta’s decision to cement Dan Keene as chief executive of its new iGaming authority arrives as Canada’s provinces wrestle with how to channel players to legal sites and contain unregulated competition. The province plans to open a regulated market on July 13, positioning itself to follow Ontario’s lead with a competitive model that licenses private operators under a government framework.
Kalshi and Polymarket operate in India despite ban
Dig Deeper The Backstory India’s tech ministry escalated its crackdown on online prediction markets this spring, warning internet providers and virtual private network companies that access to “illegal and blocked prediction market and online betting platforms” must be cut or face legal risk.
NFL pushes CFTC for stricter prediction market oversight
Dig Deeper The Backstory The National Football League’s push for tighter federal oversight of prediction markets arrives after months of rising pressure on regulators, elected officials and platforms over how far event-based wagering should go. Prediction markets have moved well beyond election outcomes into granular, in-game propositions that critics say are easy to manipulate and blur into traditional sports betting.
Sporttrade leaving US sports betting market
Dig Deeper The Backstory Sporttrade’s decision to shut down U.S. wagering underscores a structural rift opening inside American betting. It is not a simple case of a challenger squeezed by larger sportsbooks. The company has been caught between a slow, state-by-state regulatory model for traditional betting and a faster federal pathway emerging for event contracts and prediction markets.
BetMGM blasts prediction markets in earnings call
Dig Deeper The Backstory BetMGM’s sharper tone on prediction markets did not emerge in a vacuum. On multiple recent earnings calls, Chief Executive Adam Greenblatt and Chief Financial Officer Gary Deutsch telegraphed unease with event-contract operators and warned of regulatory risk if licensed sportsbooks crossed that line. In an Oct.
NFHS launches sports betting awareness course for students
Dig Deeper The Backstory The National Federation of State High School Associations’ free course lands amid a fast-growing debate over how to protect young people as legal sports wagering proliferates. Since the Supreme Court cleared the way in 2018, states have opened regulated markets and advertising has surged, normalizing betting for many fans. Educators, regulators and operators are now confronting a harder truth: even where wagering is illegal for minors, exposure is high and access is easy.
March Madness brings increased focused on sports betting ads
Dig Deeper The Backstory As the men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments swell interest in wagering each spring, the ad spotlight grows harsher. March Madness compresses a year’s worth of audience attention into a few frenzied weeks, prompting campaigns to jostle for share of voice while regulators and advocates press for tighter standards.
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Caesars Entertainment launches new live dealer studio
Caesars Entertainment live dealer studio (Caesars courtesy photo) Caesars Entertainment has launched a custom-made live dealer studio in its Tropicana Atlantic City resort in New Jersey. The studio is the company’s second live casino gaming facility, but the first to be based at one of its casinos.
White Hat Gaming to support online sports betting at Potawatomi casinos in Wisconsin
Potawatomi Casino Hotel courtesy image Player account management platform provider White Hat Gaming has agreed to a multi-year deal with the Potawatomi Casino Hotel to support its online sports betting platform at its casinos in Milwaukee and Carter, Wisconsin. White Hat Gaming will use its technology to support mobile sports betting provided by Potawatomi Casino Hotel, including integrating payment options and real-time risk monitoring.
Bills GM Brandon Beane Makes Feelings Clear Surrounding Controversial Loss to Chiefs
After a tremendous season, the Buffalo Bills suffered a heartbreaking loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game. The loss was the fourth time in the past five seasons that Kansas City was the team to send Buffalo home in the postseason. For the Chiefs, the win allows them to continue their historic run at a third consecutive Super Bowl, a feat that no other team has ever achieved.
North Dakota online sports betting bill defeated in House
Dennis MacDonald/Shutterstock.com North Dakota lawmakers voted against a bill to add online sports betting to the November 2026 ballot. State Rep.
Has Any NFL Player Won the MVP Award 3 Times? Breaking Down Lamar Jackson's Shot at History
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is the NFL‘s reigning MVP and is looking to secure his second consecutive MVP trophy. After another stellar season, Jackson could be looking at joining a historic company if he wins his third Most Valuable Player award. What Are Lamar Jackson’s Chances of a Third MVP Award? According to PFN’s QB+ metric, Jackson is the top-ranked quarterback in the NFL, with a score of 99.8 (A+).
How Did the Ravens Get Derrick Henry? Revisiting the Massive Offseason Move
Last offseason, Derrick Henry left the Tennessee Titans, the only NFL team he’d ever played for. He signed with the Baltimore Ravens in free agency after spending the first eight seasons of his career in Tennessee. Signing Henry has worked out great for both Henry and the Ravens. He finished the 2024 season with 1,921 yards rushing (second) and 16 TDs (T-first), while averaging 5.9 yards per carry.
All Indiana Bets: February 12, 2023 (The Big Game) - WISH-TV
The Big Game is finally here, and All Indiana Bets has you covered with a full betting preview of Sunday’s showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles.From game picks, to player props, to who is going to win the coin toss, to who is going to call the first timeout, and more – Hammer and Scott have over a dozen ways you can make money on the Big Game.SCOTT’S PICKS: -Over 51 -Live Bet Pick of the Year (live bet whichever team falls behind early) -Mahomes to throw an...
3 Reds players the Mets should already be scouting for a trade
With the New York Mets continuing to sit in the thick of the playoff race in the National League, many are beginning to wonder what kind of reinforcements Billy Eppler and Steve Cohen will bring in at the trade deadline. While there are several teams who will be selling off at the Trade Deadline in order to get younger, one of the most clear-cut sellers is the Cincinnati Reds.
Under the radar celebrity NY Mets fans
As a professional sports team from New York, the Mets have a big following. While they might not be as popular among celebrities as the cross-town rival Yankees, a large number of celebrities don the orange and blue, and show up to games in Queens to support their team.
3 Cubs players the Mets should already be scouting for a trade
The New York Mets have been off to a red hot start, and thus figure to be one of the league's biggest buyers at the Trade Deadline. Steve Cohen has expressed how much he wants to win and has shown a willingness to spend money, and thus the team will likely be active. Another team that the Mets should call about trades is the Chicago Cubs. The NL Central appears to have three teams who already have little hope of making the playoffs, and thus should be viewed as sellers.
3 Pirates players the Mets should already be scouting for a trade
With the New York Mets sitting in first place in the National League East and looking like a legitimate contender in the National League, they will undoubtedly be buyers at the trade deadline. However, with the team seeing injuries on the pitching staff beginning to pile up, with Jacob deGrom, Max Scherzer, and Tylor Megill all being on the Injured List, it's possible the team will start seeking a trade sooner rather than later.
1 Phillies player the Mets pitchers must slow down
The New York Mets enter Thursday's series against the Philadelphia Phillies in first place in the National League. But, like every divisional series, this matchup is an important one, as a divisional record is important when it comes to who wins the division. The Mets have won four of their first six games against the Phillies thus far this year, winning two games in both the series at home and the road.
Devin Booker expected to play Game 6
by Scott Long | Suns Correspondent | Thu, Apr 28th 5:25pm EDT Devin Booker (hamstring strain) is expected to play in Game 6 tonight against the Pelicans, according to Adrian Wojnarowski. (Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: Booker has missed the last three games with a strained hamstring and has already been upgraded from out to questionable.
Daniel Jones will not have fifth-year option picked up
by Scott Long | Giants Correspondent | Thu, Apr 28th 12:37pm EDT Danial Jones will not have his fifth-year option picked up by the Giants, according to Judy Battista. (Judy Battista of NFL.com on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: Jones will now be in a contract year, and if he plays well could be a candidate to be franchise tagged by the Giants after the year. If he doesn't play well, the team will likely move on, and let him test free agency while looking to the draft for their next quarterback.
Kyler Murray gets fifth-year option picked up
by Scott Long | Cardinals Correspondent | Wed, Apr 27th 6:49pm EDT Kyler Murray's fifth-year option has been picked up by the Arizona Cardinals, according to Ian Rapoport. (Ian Rapoport of NFL Network on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: This move is no surprise as Murray has been named to two Pro Bowls in his first three seasons in the NFL. While he is now locked into Arizona for the next two years, all eyes will be on if the two sides can agree to a long-term contract extension.
T.J. Hockenson gets fifth-year option picked up
by Scott Long | Lions Correspondent | Tue, Apr 26th 7:18pm EDT T.J. Hockenson will officially have his fifth-year option by the Detroit Lions, according to Ari Meirov. (Ari Meirov of PFF on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: Hockenson will now be guaranteed $9.392 million in 2023 and will be locked into Detroit for the next two years.
NY Mets vs. Cardinals: 3 players to watch out for
The New York Mets open play in St. Louis today against the St. Louis Cardinals. Both teams have impressed early in the season, and like the Giants, playing the Cardinals will be a huge test for this Mets team. Except, this time the team won't be playing in the friendly confines of their own stadium, they will have to travel to Busch Stadium and play on the road. The Cardinals have some potent pieces in their lineup that the Mets pitching staff will have to watch out for.
2 Mets who have already redeemed themselves, 1 who still has much more to prove
The New York Mets entered this season with a lot of hype around them after having a busy offseason. Despite having many big names on their roster though, many of these players had down seasons last year, which left some wondering if they'd be able to return to form. Two of these players have rebounded in a big way and proven that they are valuable members of the team. Their rebounds have been integral to the team's hot start to the season in 2022.
Khris Middleton will miss the rest of Round 1
by Scott Long | Bucks Correspondent | Thu, Apr 21st 6:42pm EDT Khris Middleton will miss the rest of the Round 1 series against the Chicago Bulls with an MCL sprain in his left knee. (Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: Middleton will be re-evaluated in two weeks, serving as a crushing loss for the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jrue Holiday, Brook Lopez, and Bobby Portis will be expected to shoulder the load, while Middleton gets healthy.
Kyler Murray will not be traded
by Scott Long | Cardinals Correspondent | Thu, Apr 21st 3:14pm EDT Kyler Murray has "zero chance" of getting traded, as stated by Steve Keim, according to Ari Meirov. (Ari Meirov of PFF on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: Keim, the GM of the Cardinals, said this when asked if there was a chance Murray got traded this offseason. Murray still wants a new contract, and this situation will be one worth monitoring throughout the offseason. Category: Rumors | More Kyler Murray: News, Rankings, Projections, Stats
The 1 critique of the Mets otherwise impressive starting rotation thus far
The starting rotation has been a huge strength for the New York Mets thus far in 2021, as the group has kept the Mets in games and has presented them with an opportunity to win each and every game. The group of Max Scherzer, Tylor Megill, Chris Bassitt, Carlos Carrasco, and Taijuan Walker has exceeded expectations thus far, as many were worried about the depth of the group after Jacob deGrom went down in Spring Training.
No Brandon Nimmo contract extension yet from the NY Mets, what's next?
While many have focused on Jacob deGrom's injury, and the continued availability of Michael Conforto in free agency, the lack of a contract extension between the New York Mets and Brandon Nimmo has flown under the radar. Brandon Nimmo is in his age-29 season and has been an on-base machine for the New York Mets since entering the league. He has quickly become a fan favorite due to his vibrant personality, and tendency to always be smiling, no matter the outcome of an at-bat.
Brandin Cooks signs extension with Texans
by Scott Long | Texans Correspondent | Thu, Apr 7th 7:13pm EDT Brandin Cooks and the Houston Texans have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension according to Adam Schefter. (Adam Schefter of ESPN on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: Cooks will return as the top target for Davis Mills. Despite rumors of teams wanting to trade for him, the Texans decided to keep him in Houston and lock him up for two more years.
3 free agent starting pitchers the NY Mets can still sign for depth
With Jacob deGrom going down with a shoulder injury, the New York Mets starting pitching will be put to the test. While they do have several arms that should be able to fill the void when injuries arise, the team is filled with injury-prone starting pitchers, so it wouldn't hurt to bring in more arms. After all, you can never have too much-starting pitching In the meantime, pitchers such as Tylor Megill, David Peterson, and Trevor Williams will be expected to step up.
1 potential NY Mets Opening Day roster surprise
With opening day fast approaching, the New York Mets are cutting down the roster to get down to where it will be when the season begins. After acquiring Chris Bassitt in a trade with the Oakland Athletics, the Mets answered the question of who will fill out the final spot in the starting rotation, but other roster questions still remain. One of the remaining roster questions is who will fill out the bench for the Mets.
Marquez Valdes-Scantling signs with Chiefs
by Scott Long | Packers Correspondent | Thu, Mar 24th 3:59pm EDT Marquez Valdes-Scantling and the Chiefs have agreed to terms on a three-year deal worth $30 million, according to Tom Pelissero. The deal can reach up to $36 million in incentives. (Tom Pelissero of NFL Network on Twitter) Fantasy Impact: The speedy wide receiver will replace Tyreek Hill on the Kansas City offense, and the team will surely add one in the draft as well.
NY Mets ace Jacob deGrom begins his Cy Young quest
One day after Max Scherzer made his New York Mets debut in Spring Training, Jacob deGrom followed it up with his spring debut. To nobody's surprise, both pitchers were on top of their game making opposing hitters look foolish. While the Mets will need both deGrom and Scherzer, as well as the rest of the rotation, to stay healthy, seeing their two aces pitch well early in the spring is a good sign.
Where the NY Mets rank in the NL East entering 2022
The National League East is the home of the reigning World Series Champion Atlanta Braves. However, the New York Mets made some significant moves this offseason and are looking to take back the divisional crown. Where do the Mets stack up in a crowded NL East? This division figures to be one of the most competitive in all of baseball, as four of the five teams have made the World Series since 2010 and three of them have won it.
4 underrated NY Mets relievers since 2010
During the 2010s the New York Mets were all over the map, as they started the decade as a cellar-dweller team who hovered around the bottom of the standings. By the middle of the decade, they became a legitimate contender, making the playoffs in back-to-back seasons. While the team has had some stars over the last decade, they've also had many players who've flown under the radar.
Sterling Shepard and Giants agree to Restructure Deal
Sterling Shepard and the Giants agreed to restructure his contract to free up cap space for the team. (Mike Garafolo of NFL Network on Twitter) Shepard is the longest-tenured player on the Giants and will rejoin Kenny Golladay and Kadarius Toney in the wide receiver room for Daniel Jones.
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