Business & Financial

DraftKings to Begin Offering Bitcoin Deposits

The roll out will begin in 4 states in the coming weeks. These include Illinois, Kentucky, New Hampshire and Vermont. But not all state regulators are thrilled.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 21:05

Gaming Attorney Daniel Wallach Talks Massachusetts Superior Court Judge 'Preliminary Views' Regarding Kalshi

In September 2025, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell filed a lawsuit in state court against Kalshi, which claims that the company was essentially operating illegal sports wagering by offering sports-related event contracts without a Massachusetts sports betting license.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 10:14

BetAnything Makes Name for Itself in Online Lottery Sector

The global online lottery market size reached USD 31.11 Billion in 2024. The market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 3.20% during 2025-2034 to reach a value of USD 42.63 Billion by 2034.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 08:42

CMO of Saracen Casino Resort in Arkansas: 'FanDuel Has Now Gone Rogue'

Arkansas among the U.S. states honing in on prediction market sector.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 08:10

Connecticut Man Charged With Stolen Credit Card Scheme Tied to DraftKings Seeks Diversionary Program From Court

DraftKings legal with credit cards featured

An investigation by authorities by Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection Gaming Division led to an alleged scheme involving various DraftKings accounts, stolen credit card information and more than $190,000 i

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 07:46

$12 Vegas Hotel Rooms in January? Sin City Desperate

Las Vegas is finally getting back to offering value. Granted, this might be pushing things just a bit.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 21:45

BetOnline Ranked No. 1 at Bookmaker Review

Offshorelore ranked the top tier sportsbooks in the world of offshore sports betting, giving BetOnline, along with its sister book SportsBetting.ag, a 5 Tier (or BEST) rating.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 21:33

1win Announced Token Launch on Solana and BNB Networks

International iGaming brand 1win has announced the upcoming launch of 1win Token, a native crypto asset designed to grow alongside the 1win ecosystem.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 20:42

Plug Pulled on Doomed Artari Hotel Project in Vegas

Rendering of an Atari Hotel with plug being pulled

Details of the project first emerged in 2020 and a construction timeline was established just last month before word came this week that there will be no Atari Hotel.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 13:35

Successful NFL Survivor Contest Expert Gets Limited to $53.14 at DraftKings

This latest example of draconian low limits comes as DraftKings is accused of allowing one Michigan gambler to "recklessly" wager $25,000, and now he is suing.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 11:29

MyBookie.ag Reviews, Complaints Ahead of Super Bowl 2026

Here we look at the MyBookie.ag withdrawal experience, the website's parlay odds and more.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 10:40

Is Winna a Scam? Understanding Transparency in Crypto Gambling

We explore how provably fair systems are reshaping crypto gambling and why knowing the facts matters for smart bettors.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Wed, 01/28/2026 - 09:07

Measure to Ban Prediction Markets in Hawaii Introduced

Hawaii with news headline about prediction market measure

HB 2198 indicates that a person is gambling if they’re staking something of value on the outcome of an event they cannot control. Rep. Scot Z. Matayoshi (D) is the primary sponsor of the bill with 15 Democrats listed as co-sponsors.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 21:28

PrizePicks Launches Prediction Market

PrizePicks and Kalshi seen on a laptop with various merchandise items

On January 16, 2026, international lottery operator Allwyn completed its acquisition of a 62.3% majority stake in PrizePicks for approximately $1.533 billion.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 17:24

Tennessee Speaker Faces Allegations He Tried to Keep Troubled Action 247 Sportsbook Afloat

Tennessee Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton (R, 25th District) is alleged to have tried to help keep a payday lender’s struggling sports gambling company alive, and now he's come under intense scrutiny.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 15:17

Sweepstakes Casinos: News, Reviews, Complaints January 27, 2026: Spree Casino, LoneStar Casino, RealPrize, BetR

Complaints about redemption times at some sweepstakes casino as one player may have a solution.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 12:33

Can I Play on a Sweepstakes Casino From Tennessee? Volunteer State Looks to Ban Chumba, McLuck, Others

HB 1885 would make each violation of the law subject to a civil fine of up to $15,000.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 01/27/2026 - 11:07

Illinois Gambling Regulators Impotent When it Comes to Protecting Customers From Sweepstakes Sites

Illinois can pretty much kiss its regulatory framework good bye when it comes to sports betting and protecting customers.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 01/26/2026 - 20:39

Crypto.Casino Launches to Bring Transparency and Trust to Crypto Casinos

Crypto.Casino, a new independent review and feedback platform, today announced the official launch of its website, designed to help players navigate the crypto casino space with greater confidence, transparency, and trust.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 01/26/2026 - 11:49

These Las Vegas Casinos Look to Lure Canadian Tourists With Canadian Dollars at Par with U.S. Currency

Canadian gambler in Circa Casino with face blurred

Circa Resort and Casino, the D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Hotel and Casino made the announcement this past week per their social media pages.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sun, 01/25/2026 - 10:37

The Development of the Slovenian Gambling Market in 2026

Despite its relatively low population of just over 2 million, Slovenia is one of Europe's hottest gambling markets as we enter 2026.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 01/23/2026 - 12:12

Snoop Dogg Enters Another Market with Dogg House Casino

Snoop Dogg’s newest venture isn’t a new studio album or headlining a world tour. The rapper and entrepreneur has stepped into the free-to-play online casino space with the launch of Dogg House Casino

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 01/23/2026 - 10:16

How Online Wagering Works in Alberta: What PlayAlberta Players Need to Know

Rather than allowing all provinces to have online gaming regulated through private individuals, Alberta established its own Provincial Online Gaming System (POGS) to effectively manage and regulate all aspects of the Internet gaming industry.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Wed, 01/21/2026 - 09:54

Turnkey Operations Using Bitcoin That Earn Trust In A Tight Regulatory Climate

Crypto news cycles are loud, and they don’t leave much room for sloppy execution. Many teams exploring a turnkey bitcoin casino setup want speed without cutting corners.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 01/16/2026 - 12:46

NCAA Urges Federal Regulators to Suspend Prediction Markets

The NCAA sent a letter Wednesday asking federal regulators to suspend prediction markets, which are trading sites that allow users to essentially bet on outcomes of games, for college sports.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 01/15/2026 - 10:17

Jerome Powell Conviction Odds at -1000 Not to Happen, Replacement Betting Market Also Available at BetOnline

US President Donald Trump's probe into Jerome Powell has caused havoc across the political and financial sectors.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 01/14/2026 - 18:41

American Gaming Association Sets its Sights on Prediction Markets: 'Exploiting Inaction by the CFTC'

"We firmly believe that congressional consideration of cryptocurrency market structure legislation provides an important, bipartisan opportunity to prevent sports betting and casino gambling under the guise of ‘event contracts,’” according to the letter.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 01/14/2026 - 11:24

FIFA Deepens World Cup Ties to Betting Industry With Deal That Includes Streaming Games

FIFA deepened its commercial ties to the betting industry Monday in a four-year deal that will let some gambling operators livestream World Cup games this year.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mon, 01/12/2026 - 19:37

A $400K Payout After Maduro’s Capture Continues to Place Prediction Markets in the Spotlight

“The train has left the station on these event contracts, they’re not going away,” said Melinda Roth, a visiting associate professor at Washington and Lee University’s School of Law.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 01/11/2026 - 14:04

How Do I Go About Becoming a Bookie?

Since May of 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court opened the floodgates for legalized sports wagering after kicking decades of prohibition to the curb. Some states embraced, others did so half-assed, and still others have sat on the sidelines for now.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Sun, 01/11/2026 - 10:32

Breaking News

Finland Opens, Sweden's Open — Why Is Norway Still the Last Nordic Casino Holdout?

Norway remains the last major Nordic holdout. Its state-run monopoly, Norsk Tipping, still holds an iron grip on legal online gambling, and the government shows little sign of letting go. The question worth asking in 2026 is not just why, but for how long longer.