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Chase Offers Sapphire Card Members 2026 World Cup Tickets

Chase ran a sale on 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets for its Sapphire members, selling out in three hours. While more will be available, it appears millions of fans will be left hoping for affordable tickets on the secondary market.
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Giannis Investment in Kalshi Raises Integrity Questions

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.
Sports Betting Bill Passes Mississippi House to Start 2026
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Sports Betting Bill Passes Mississippi House to Start 2026

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.
Sports Betting
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Guardians’ Emmanuel Clase Spot-Fixing Linked to 48 Games

New documents show federal prosecutors have linked Emmanuel Clase’s point-shaving scandal to 48 MLB games over two years. The large number of affected games is a troubling sign and will further challenge the integrity of the league.
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Foxborough Questions Security Funding Ahead of World Cup

The town of Foxborough has told FIFA it won’t host World Cup matches unless it secures security funding. While town officials have had several funding options available, they have given a deadline of Mid-March to confirm which will be used.
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New York Warns Bettors Against Predictions Ahead of Super Bowl

The New York Attorney General issued a consumer warning over prediction markets ahead of Super Bowl LX. She reminded the public that the industry lacks solid regulation and is exploiting a loophole to offer sports betting.
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Alabama Considering Bill to Put Sports Betting on the Ballot

The Alabama Senate is considering a bill that would allow voters to decide whether to expand gambling in the state, including a sports betting market. The House has passed several sports betting bills in the past, but the Senate has rejected each.
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BetMGM Updates Its Terms to Address Athlete Harassment

BetMGM updated its terms and conditions to include a section on athlete harassment. It states that it will suspend or permanently ban bettors who harass athletes over lost wagers. The change comes ahead of the Winter Olympics and NCAA Tournament.
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Bill to Legalize Online Sports Betting Introduced in Hawaii

The Hawaii Senate is considering a bill to legalize online sports betting. It proposes a market with at least six operators. The 15% annual tax rate and $500,000 licensing fee are intended to secure additional support in the House.
Sports Betting
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Missouri Sports Betting Market Sees $540 Handle in First Month

The Missouri Gaming Commission reported a sports betting handle of over $540 million for December, the first month of the state's legal sports betting market. FanDuel and DraftKings led the way, but the state generated just $510,000 in taxes.
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