Articles by Michael Savio

Colorado residents will vote on Proposition JJ in November’s election, which would eliminate the state’s $29 million cap on sports betting tax revenue. Sportsbooks have decided to stay out of the debate, seeing the change as an alternative to a significant tax hike.

In a recent interview, Dallas Cowboy’s co-owner Charlotte Jones shared that she will be making a hard push to help legalize sports betting in Texas in 2025. While no details have been shared, her wealth and influence give industry proponents a critical ally.

Sporttrade has officially launched its sportsbook platform in Arizona. The operator gained access to the market after partnering with the Quechan Tribe, allowing it to launch the platform. The launch gives Arizona a total of 13 sportsbooks, with more likely on the way.

The Indian Gaming Association has said it is beginning a push to reign in the unregulated sweepstakes and DFS industries. The group has complained about the lack of action from the state and federal action and is now taking matters into its own hands.

The NBA has updated a 2009 policy that will now ban cell phone use for coaches and players during games, lasting from tip-off until the final whistle. The hope is that this will prevent future betting scandals and protect the league's integrity.

Hard Rock Bet has reached a new agreement with Kambi to use their library of odds, allowing the sportsbook to expand its betting catalog across the US. The deal is the first of its kind, giving Hard Rock an edge over its competitors.

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency has reported a handle of over $532 million for September. That set a new record for the state and led to the tax revenue being almost three times as much compared to September 2023.

September revenue numbers show that the US has now seen over $400 billion in sports betting wagers since PASPA was overturned by the US Supreme Court in 2018. New Jersey has the highest handle, though New York has quickly closed the gap.

Hard Rock has confirmed that it has begun talks with FanDuel and DraftKings about entering the Florida market, over which the operator currently has sole control. A partnership would involve the industry leaders paying Hard Rock a monthly percentage.

Maine is reporting a sports betting handle of $51 million for September. This impressive result is a 45% increase from August, thanks largely to the start of the football season. DraftKings led the way, accounting for $46 million of the handle.