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Nebraska Senate Advances Constitutional Amendment for Online Sports Betting
Nebraska is now the frontrunner in the United States of America to next legalize online sports betting. LR 20CA proposes a constitutional amendment without a gambling regulatory framework. On 17 March, a Senate
Federal Judge Denies DraftKings, bet365 Motion to Dismiss in MLB Players’ NIL Lawsuit
A federal judge has denied DraftKings and bet365’s attempts to dismiss a lawsuit filed by MLB Players, Inc. (MLBPI) surrounding the use of MLB players’ images and names. Judge Marston of the U.S. District Court for
Online Betting Market in Portugal Hits Record €323M in Q4 Revenue
Turismo Portugal has reported record-breaking revenue figures for the country’s online betting and gaming industries. Gross earnings reached €323.0 million, representing 42.1% year-over-year growth. The biggest
GRAI CEO: “We’ll Use the Full Toolkit” to Protect Irish Gamblers
The Chief Executive Officer of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) has outlined that the new organization intends to use the “fool toolkit” at its disposal to ensure the Irish public is protected
Tax Authority in Brazil Calls for Stricter Gambling Taxation to Deter Betting
In Brazil, the Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI) on Bets heard from the Special Secretary of the Federal Revenue Service (RFB) last week. Robinson Sakyama Barreirinhas used his time to advocate for stricter tax
Robinhood to Offer Sports Event Contracts Nationwide, Could Pave The Way For Crypto
Robinhood has announced the launch of a prediction markets hub that will offer events contracts on economics, politics, culture, and, notably, sports. The prediction markets hub, and corresponding contracts will be
Underdog Fantasy Exits New York After $17.5M Settlement with Gaming Commission
Underdog Fantasy will leave the state of New York after reaching a settlement with the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC). The settlement concerns operating unpermitted interactive fantasy sports (IFS) contests
Hawaii Sports Betting Bill Gains Momentum, But Key Questions Remain
Hawaii has moved a step closer to legalizing online sports betting after House Bill 1308 passed its latest vote. HB 1308 was voted unanimously through the joint Senate committee, although four of the nine votes cast
Darts Player Prakash Jiwa Banned for Eight Years Over Match-Fixing Scandal
Darts player Prakash Jiwa has been banned from all competitions for eight years after being found to have fixed four matches. Two months ago, a disciplinary hearing was held regarding four matches in which Jiwa
Ohio Lawmakers Push Back Against Governor DeWine’s 40% Sports Betting Tax Plan
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s proposal to double the tax rate on legalized sports betting may be axed from the budget plans by members of his own party. House Finance Committee Chair Brian Stewart has voiced opposition