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Primm, Nevada: Boomtown to Ghost Town
Bookmakers Review
May 16, 2026. 2:25 pm
The once-thriving gaming community of Primm, Nevada, announced the closure of its last casino, marking the end of an era and the beginning of an uncertain future.As physical gambling hubs along the border continue to fade away, many bettors are shifting their action online, turning instead to trusted sportsbooks to place their wagers from the
FanDuel’s Parent Company Vows Improvements Amid Market Concerns
Bookmakers Review
May 15, 2026. 4:37 pm
FanDuel parent company Flutter Entertainment vows major improvements after declining sportsbook customers, falling stock prices, and increased market competition.
Sportsbooks Increase Political Spending for Georgia and Nebraska Expansion
Bookmakers Review
May 15, 2026. 8:00 am
Key Takeaways Sports betting operators are increasing political spending in Georgia and Nebraska DraftKings and FanDuel are backing a Nebraska online betting ballot initiative Georgia lawmakers failed to pass sports betting legislation again in 2026 Major sportsbook brands are targeting new market expansion opportunities Sports betting operators are intensifying efforts to expand into Georgia and
Oklahoma Governor Rejects Sweepstakes Casino Ban
Bookmakers Review
May 14, 2026. 9:23 pm
Key TakeawaysOklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt vetoed Senate Bill 1589The proposal would have banned sweepstakes casinos statewideLawmakers may still attempt to override the governor’s vetoOklahoma’s effort to prohibit sweepstakes casinos hit a major obstacle after Gov. Kevin Stitt vetoed Senate Bill 1589. The legislation had gained overwhelming bipartisan support in both chambers of the Legislature and
Michigan Senate Blocks Increased Taxes on Sports Betting and iGaming Platforms
Bookmakers Review
May 14, 2026. 5:03 pm
Read our review of the IGB report showing 6.4 million fewer bets. See how the Senate blocked Whitmer’s tax to protect your promotional bonuses today.
Pennsylvania Mulling Tax on Prediction Markets
Bookmakers Review
May 13, 2026. 10:14 am
Discover the legal strategy CFTC Chairman Michael Selig uses against the Pennsylvania twenty percent tax and one million dollar prediction market fee.
New Jersey Sports Betting Bill Targets Promotions Linked to Responsible Gaming Tools
Bookmakers Review
May 13, 2026. 9:50 am
Key TakeawaysAB 4003 would ban sportsbooks from offering promos tied to responsible gaming toolsLawmakers say the bill is designed to protect vulnerable bettorsCritics argue it could discourage players from using deposit limits and safeguardsNew Jersey continues expanding sports betting consumer-protection legislationNew Jersey sportsbooks may soon face new restrictions on how they market bonuses to bettors
Circa Owner Extends Welcome Mat to Canadians
Bookmakers Review
May 12, 2026. 12:23 pm
Discover if Derek Stevens’ At Par program is worth it for Canadian tourists. Show your Canadian ID to save 37% on rooms at Circa, The D, and Golden Gate.
Colorado Responsible Gaming Bill Advances Toward Final Approval
Bookmakers Review
May 12, 2026. 7:09 am
Key Takeaways Colorado’s SB 26-131 passed the House with strong bipartisan support The proposal would prohibit sportsbook credit card deposits and certain advertising practices Gov. Jared Polis could soon receive the bill for final approval Colorado lawmakers moved another step closer to approving a major responsible gaming measure after SB 26-131 passed through the House
Kalshi Signs Multi-Year Pact With Madison Square Garden
Bookmakers Review
May 11, 2026. 11:48 am
Explore Kalshi’s new Madison Square Garden partnership, including MSG Network branding, sports event contracts, and legal updates.
Ohio Advances Proposal to Eliminate Credit Card Deposits for Sports Betting
Bookmakers Review
May 10, 2026. 9:33 pm
Key TakeawaysOhio regulators are considering a ban on credit card deposits for sportsbooksProposed rules would limit funding methods to bank-based payment optionsResponsible gaming concerns are driving the regulatory shiftMore U.S. states and operators are moving away from credit card wageringOhio regulators are taking steps toward restricting how players fund online sportsbook accounts by proposing a
DraftKings’ Q1 Report Reveals Rising Revenue
Bookmakers Review
May 10, 2026. 12:22 pm
Boston-based bookmaker and digital gaming operator DraftKings announced a bullish first-quarter report, stating that year-over-year revenues had increased significantly and signaling ambitious plans for its prediction market brand, DraftKings Predictions.Even with DraftKings’ continued growth, many players still prefer to diversify their action by exploring the deep markets and competitive odds available at top offshore sportsbooks.DraftKings
FanDuel’s CEO Ousted
Bookmakers Review
May 9, 2026. 12:13 pm
Amy Howe has been terminated from her role as CEO of the Flutter-owned FanDuel, the leading online sportsbook in the United States. A successor has already been chosen and will lead the company after a soft first-quarter earnings report.While FanDuel navigates this major leadership transition, players looking to diversify their action can always explore our
Missouri Nixes Sports Betting Tax Increase
Bookmakers Review
May 8, 2026. 2:10 pm
Review the Missouri sports betting launch! Mobile platforms opened on December 1, 2025. With a $1.5 billion handle, discover how promos affect tax revenue.
New Jersey Considers Additional 10% Fee on 2026 FIFA World Cup Betting
Bookmakers Review
May 8, 2026. 5:53 am
Key TakeawaysAssembly Bill 4838 proposes a 10% surcharge on 2026 FIFA World Cup wagers in New JerseyThe added fee would apply to online sports betting markets tied to the tournamentRevenue generated would be directed to the state’s Casino Revenue FundHigher costs may encourage some bettors to explore offshore sportsbook alternativesNew Jersey lawmakers are reviewing legislation
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby Under Investigation Over Alleged Betting Activity
Bookmakers Review
May 7, 2026. 9:02 pm
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is facing investigations from gaming regulators in multiple states over alleged sports betting activity, according to ESPN.Officials from both the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) and the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) confirmed ongoing investigations involving Sorsby, who transferred to Texas Tech this offseason after previous stops at Indiana and Cincinnati.
Texas Puts Prediction Markets in Its Crosshairs
Bookmakers Review
May 7, 2026. 1:03 pm
Review Dan Patrick’s push to ban prediction markets in Texas. Explore how Kalshi and Polymarket use CFTC loopholes against gambling laws. Read more now!
Louisiana Moves to Classify Illegal Gambling as Racketeering Under New Bill
Bookmakers Review
May 6, 2026. 11:49 am
Key TakeawaysLouisiana lawmakers passed House Bill 53 to classify illegal gambling as racketeeringThe bill introduces severe penalties, including long prison sentences and large finesIt aims to protect the state’s regulated sports betting marketFinal approval now depends on Gov. Jeff Landry’s decisionLouisiana is taking a more aggressive stance against illegal gambling activity as House Bill 53
Washington DC Hears iGaming Testimony
Bookmakers Review
May 6, 2026. 11:32 am
Review the responsible betting strategy in the 2026 DC iGaming bill. Check out proposed deposit limits and the 72-hour cooling-off period required here.
Google Blocker Working Overtime on Gambling Ads
Bookmakers Review
May 5, 2026. 11:45 am
Google blocked over 270 million gambling ads in 2025 using its Gemini AI system, as global regulators increase scrutiny on illegal betting promotions and digital ad safety.
Minnesota Senate Passes Bill to Ban Prediction Markets
Bookmakers Review
May 4, 2026. 8:01 pm
Key TakeawaysMinnesota Senate passed Senate File 4511 to ban prediction markets statewideThe bill criminalizes offering or promoting these platforms, with felony penaltiesA wide range of events, from sports to elections, would be prohibitedThe measure now heads to the House and could take effect August 1 if approvedThe Minnesota Senate has taken a decisive step against
Bally’s Chicago Casino Nearing Completion
Bookmakers Review
May 4, 2026. 10:12 am
Review Bally’s $1.7B Chicago casino project, topping-off milestone, 2027 delay, and plans for 173 tables, 3,400 slots, and 500-room hotel.
Iowa Expands Enforcement Authority Over Sweepstakes Casinos
Bookmakers Review
May 3, 2026. 9:09 pm
Key Takeaways Iowa legislators approved a bill expanding enforcement powers over sweepstakes casinos Regulators would gain authority to issue cease-and-desist orders and seek court action The measure could significantly limit sweepstakes casino operations in the state The bill now awaits a decision from Gov. Kim Reynolds Iowa is on the verge of tightening its approach
Jurisdiction Over Prediction Markets’ Sports Event Contracts Could Reach the SCOTUS Next Year
Bookmakers Review
May 3, 2026. 8:30 pm
The legal battle that has been raging between federally licensed prediction markets and state gaming regulators may be headed to the United States Supreme Court for a final determination as to whose authority will ultimately be recognized. Until the highest court settles this jurisdictional dispute, many bettors are choosing to bypass the uncertainty altogether by
Ohio Wants Prediction Markets to Pay Their Fair Share
Bookmakers Review
May 2, 2026. 8:14 pm
This week, the Ohio Senate introduced a bill that aims to compel prediction markets to pay the same licensing fees and taxes as mobile sportsbooks in the state, further intensifying the ongoing legal conflict between state gaming commissions and prediction markets offering sports event contracts.Until this regulatory tug-of-war is finally resolved, many bettors looking for
Caesars Predicts Future Online Growth
Bookmakers Review
May 1, 2026. 1:46 pm
Caesars’ CEO Tom Reeg expressed optimism regarding his company’s ability to convert its massive database of Caesars Rewards customers, who normally gamble at its land-based properties, into online sports bettors and iGaming patrons.While many seasoned players have historically relied on trusted offshore betting sites for their digital wagering needs, Reeg believes the brand’s loyalty program
FanDuel Partners With Canadian WNBA Expansion Franchise
Bookmakers Review
April 30, 2026. 10:55 am
FanDuel recently added to its many partnerships by announcing a multi-year agreement with the WNBA’s newest entry, the Toronto Tempo. This deal will allow FanDuel to market to a growing women’s professional basketball fanbase north of the border. To ensure you get the best value when wagering on the games, it is always a good
CFTC Files Suit Against Massachusetts & New York
Bookmakers Review
April 29, 2026. 11:39 am
Compare prediction markets and licensed sportsbooks as the CFTC challenges New York’s authority, highlighting key legal and regulatory differences.
Upcoming Hearings Signal Major Moves on Sweepstakes Gambling in Louisiana and DC
Bookmakers Review
April 29, 2026. 9:39 am
Key Takeaways Louisiana and Washington, DC, are advancing legislation targeting sweepstakes casinos DC proposal combines online casino legalization with stricter enforcement against sweepstakes platforms Louisiana bills aim to redefine sweepstakes gaming as illegal gambling and increase penalties Upcoming hearings could shape the future of online gaming regulation in both jurisdictions Lawmakers in Louisiana and Washington,
Hard Rock Hotel No Longer a Mirage
Bookmakers Review
April 28, 2026. 3:12 pm
Read our Hard Rock Las Vegas comparison. See how the new 700-foot guitar tower compares to the 729-foot Fontainebleau and the old Mirage. Learn more!