Articles by Michael Savio


Missouri Court Allows Sports Betting to Remain on November Ballot
Circuit Court Judge Green has ruled that a lawsuit challenging a sports betting initiative lacked the evidence needed to keep it off the November ballot. That means residents will have a chance to legalize the industry in the upcoming election.
09/12/2024
Sports Betting 

College Football Gives New York’s August Handle a Massive Boost
New York has reported a 29% year-over-year increase to their sports betting handle in August, a third of which was generated in the first week of the college football season. DraftKings led all operators for the first time since May with $526 million in wagers.
09/09/2024
Sports Betting 

IRS Warns Against Using Unregulated Sportsbooks This NFL Season
The IRS has sent out a press release warning bettors against using unregulated sportsbooks when wagering on the upcoming NFL season. They estimate that the illegal sports betting market in the US to be worth northwards of $700 million.
09/06/2024
Sports Betting 

NJ Regulator Fines bet365 Sportsbook For Offering Unapproved Bets
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has levied a $33,000 fine against bet365 for offering unapproved betting options on its sportsbook. The wager in question revolved around events that were on tap delay, making them illegal under New Jersey law.
09/06/2024
Sports Betting 

AGA Predicts $35 Billion Handle for Upcoming NFL Season
The AGA estimates that the NFL season will see around $35 billion in wagers, a 30% increase from last year. More states starting the season with legal sports betting, an expanded D.C. market, and Bovada's downfall are expected to lead to more wagers this season.
09/05/2024
Sports Betting 

Missouri Sports Betting Ballot Initiative Ruling Could Come Thursday
A Missouri Court will review a lawsuit on Thursday that challenges a recent initiative to put sports betting on the November ballot. The challenge argues that old maps were used when the state reviewed the initiative's signatures, which should have led to its failure.
09/05/2024
Sports Betting 

Study Shows US Sportsbooks Not Following Responsible Gaming Regulations
A study from the University of Bristol showed that most US sportsbooks’ social media posts do not include verbiage about responsible gaming. The AGA confirmed the study was likely correct but also clarified that sportsbooks are not required to include it in non-sponsored posts.
09/04/2024
Responsible Gambling

Underdog Fantasy Names New GuardDog Fund Recipient
Underdog Fantasy has announced that the Game Safety Institute will be its next GuardDog fund recipient, furthering its commitment to support responsible gaming initiatives. The funds will educate bettors and study and disseminate data to help curb gambling problems.
08/28/2024
Responsible Gambling

Hard Rock Bet Launches Officially Online Sportsbook in Illinois
Hard Rock Bet has launched its online sportsbook in Illinois, the eighth market it is now live in. The brand also opened a new retail sportsbook in Rockford, giving it a significant presence in the state soon after becoming the sole operator in Florida.
08/28/2024
Sports Betting 

NFL Renews Partnership with Responsible Gaming Organization
The NFL has agreed to give $6.4 million to the National Council on Problem Gambling over the next three years. The deal continues a partnership aimed at curbing problem gambling in the league and across the US.
08/28/2024
Responsible Gambling