Bookmakers Review: BMR Author

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Ohio Lawmakers Discussing Banning Online Sports Betting
Bookmakers Review
April 11, 2026. 7:00 am

Ohio lawmakers propose banning online sports betting. Discover key changes, restrictions, and what it means for bettors and the industry.

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From the Sidelines to Sedona: A Timeline of Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini’s Relationship
Bookmakers Review
April 10, 2026. 5:07 pm

Key TakeawaysMike Vrabel and Dianna Russini’s relationship dates back when he was head coach of the Tennessee TitansViral Sedona photos sparked controversy and raised media ethics questionsBoth denied any wrongdoing, but public perception has been negativeThe situation has implications for Patriots futures, NFL media credibility, and A.J. Brown trade speculationThe story involving Mike Vrabel and

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Maine Bans Online Sweepstakes & Credit Card Funding for Digital Gaming
Bookmakers Review
April 10, 2026. 2:06 pm

Maine bans online sweepstakes and credit card funding for betting accounts. Discover how new laws impact sportsbooks and iGaming in 2026.

US STATE= Massachusets
Massachusetts Opens Door for New Online Sportsbooks
Bookmakers Review
April 10, 2026. 11:56 am

Massachusetts has reopened entry for sports betting licenses.

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Michigan Targets Offshore Gambling Sites With Cease-and-Desist Orders
Bookmakers Review
April 9, 2026. 12:47 pm

Michigan issued a cease-and-desist to over 40 offshore sportsbooks, including BetOnline and BetAnything.

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Louisiana Prop Betting Ban Dies
Bookmakers Review
April 9, 2026. 11:12 am

Louisiana drops prop betting ban after $28.9M tax loss concerns. Lawmakers plan a revised version in 2027 targeting gambling risks.

Alberta Sets July Launch Date
Bookmakers Review
April 8, 2026. 1:16 pm

Alberta confirms July 13, 2026, as the launch date for online sports betting and iGaming platforms. Key operators and rules revealed.

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NCAA Calls for Restrictions on Microbets and Prop Wagers
Bookmakers Review
April 8, 2026. 11:21 am

NCAA is advocating for tighter restrictions on prop bets to enhance player protections.

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Washington Approves Betting on Local College Teams
Bookmakers Review
April 7, 2026. 1:11 pm

Kentucky updates its sports betting law after removing a controversial clause from HB 904. Here’s what changes and what it means for sportsbooks.

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Major Change in Kentucky Sports Betting Legislation
Bookmakers Review
April 7, 2026. 12:00 pm

Kentucky updates its sports betting law after removing a controversial clause from HB 904. Here’s what changes and what it means for sportsbooks.

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Polymarket and La Liga Sign Partnership Agreement
Bookmakers Review
April 6, 2026. 1:45 pm

Polymarket and La Liga sign a major partnership to expand in North America. Discover how this deal impacts fans, prediction markets, and sports engagement.

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CFTC Takes Legal Action Against States Over Prediction Market Oversight
Bookmakers Review
April 6, 2026. 1:24 pm

The CFTC has escalated its fight with state regulators, filing lawsuits against Arizona, Connecticut and Illinois over efforts to classify prediction markets as gambling. The cases center on whether these platforms fall under federal commodities law or state betting regulations, a distinction that could reshape how event-based trading operates across the U.S.

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When Will Fox Trigger Its Option on FanDuel?
Bookmakers Review
April 5, 2026. 5:00 am

Fox can buy a stake in FanDuel through 2030, leaving Flutter uncertain as it weighs the impact on valuation and strategy.

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Kentucky’s Revamped Sports Betting Bill Awaits Gov’s Signature
Bookmakers Review
April 4, 2026. 5:00 am

Kentucky lawmakers passed legislation that would bar online sportsbooks from prediction markets if they want to keep their state licenses.

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Super Bowl Returns to Sin City
Bookmakers Review
April 3, 2026. 6:00 am

The NFL recently announced that Las Vegas has been chosen to host Super Bowl LXIII in 2029 at Allegiant Stadium.

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Iowa Senate Bill Aims to Restrict Prediction Markets
Bookmakers Review
April 2, 2026. 11:25 am

Key Takeaways Iowa Senate Bill 2470 seeks to restrict prediction market activity Lawmakers cite concerns over unregulated event-based betting Measure could impact platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket Iowa lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at addressing the growing presence of prediction markets, with a focus on limiting their ability to offer event-based contracts tied to sports

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Atlantic City Bracing for New York Competition
Bookmakers Review
April 2, 2026. 7:07 am

Atlantic City is revamping the Boardwalk and nearby streetscapes as it looks to stay competitive with neighboring New York’s growing draw.

U.S. Capitol
Federal Bill Seeks to Ban Sports Betting on Prediction Markets
Bookmakers Review
April 1, 2026. 11:13 am

Key Takeaways Federal bill targets sports contracts on prediction markets Lawmakers question overlap between betting and derivatives Proposal could reshape regulation of platforms like Kalshi A new federal bill has been introduced that would prohibit sports-related betting activity on prediction market platforms, marking the latest development in the ongoing debate over how these markets should

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Maryland’s iGaming Bill on Life Support
Bookmakers Review
April 1, 2026. 9:46 am

Maryland’s iGaming bill SB 885 fails to advance, raising doubts about online casino legalization despite $1.5B revenue potential.

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Wisconsin Online Sports Betting Hinges on Gov’s Signature
Bookmakers Review
March 31, 2026. 11:13 am

Wisconsin’s online sports betting bill awaits Governor Tony Evers’ decision as tribal support remains divided. Here’s what it means for legalization.

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Las Vegas Tourism Rebounds in February 
Bookmakers Review
March 31, 2026. 7:39 am

Las Vegas tourism rose in February, with visitor volume up 2.1% and hotel performance improving, signaling a potential rebound after a softer 2025.

US STATE= Washington
Washington State Sues Kalshi Over Alleged Illegal Online Gambling
Bookmakers Review
March 30, 2026. 1:54 pm

Washington State has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, challenging whether federally regulated prediction markets violate state gambling laws.

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Senate Pushes to Ban Prediction Markets From Offering Sports Event Contracts
Bookmakers Review
March 30, 2026. 9:09 am

A bipartisan Senate bill would ban sports-style prediction contracts, aiming to clarify the divide between state and federal oversight.

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Alberta Gearing Up for Online Gambling Launch
Bookmakers Review
March 29, 2026. 11:27 am

The Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commission has announced a termination date of July 13, 2026, for gray market online gambling platforms to cease operations in the Canadian province. This is in anticipation of the launch of private online sports betting and iGaming platforms at some point this year. Groundwork Completed Alberta is working toward

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NCAA Strikes Out Against DraftKings’ March Madness Terminology
Bookmakers Review
March 27, 2026. 11:25 pm

A federal judge has denied an emergency restraining order filed by the NCAA, which would have prohibited the Boston-based bookmaker, DraftKings, from continuing to use its registered trademarks associated with the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments.NCAA Says, “Stop the Madness”The NCAA vehemently objected to DraftKings using its trademarked terms, including “March Madness,” “Final Four,”

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Minnesota Bills Ban Sweeps and Prediction Markets
Bookmakers Review
March 27, 2026. 3:26 pm

Minnesota advances bills to ban sweepstakes casinos and prediction markets. Lawmakers target sports contracts, ads, and unregulated gambling.

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Online Sports Betting Stuck in the Mississippi Mud
Bookmakers Review
March 26, 2026. 12:15 pm

Mississippi lawmakers reject mobile sports betting again in 2026 as Senate opposition blocks bills despite projected $100M revenue boost.

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DraftKings and FanDuel Launch in Arkansas
Bookmakers Review
March 25, 2026. 2:01 pm

DraftKings and FanDuel storm into Arkansas, partnering with casinos ahead of March Madness to tap into surging betting demand.

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MLB Strikes Partnership Agreement with Polymarket
Bookmakers Review
March 24, 2026. 3:47 pm

MLB’s new partnership with Polymarket signals a major shift, reflecting growing acceptance of prediction markets in sports betting.

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Pennsylvania Sports Betting Handle Decreases in February, but Revenue Rises
Bookmakers Review
March 23, 2026. 10:03 am

Pennsylvania’s February sports betting handle fell without the Eagles in the Super Bowl, but revenue surged year over year.