"Being in the world of sports betting has been a way of honoring my late grandfather. The old New Yorker relocated to Las Vegas when I was young, and passed his years of experience betting on sports to me. My pursuit of this profession was to honor his memory, and it has kept me connected to him long after he passed."
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Sportsbooks Question How Illinois Will Tax New Surcharge Fees
Sportsbooks have been pushing for Illinois to confirm how it will tax new customer surcharges added by FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics over the summer. While operators insist the fees should not be subject to state taxes, reports suggest the state may disagree.
Ohio Gambling Regulator Working to Ban Micro-Betting on Sports
The Ohio Casino Control Commission has confirmed it is planning to create a rule that would place a ban on micro-betting. The news comes just days after Governor Mike DeWine requested the regulator crack down on prop betting in the state.
Kalshi Files for Injunction After Key Loss in Maryland
A Maryland court has rejected Kalshi’s motion for an injunction, which would allow it to operate as its lawsuit against a state regulator plays out. This represents the first major legal setback for the operator, who won cases in New Jersey and Nevada.
Will Brazilian Soccer Fans Be Banned From the 2026 World Cup?
President Trump is considering placing a ban on Brazilian visas amid escalating tensions between the two countries. The ban would prevent the country’s residents from attending World Cup games in the US, which kicks off next summer.
BetRivers Becomes Latest Sportsbook to Respond to Illinois Tax
BetRivers Sportsbooks has announced it will be increasing its minimum bet requirement in Illinois to $1 in response to the state’s new per-bet tax. The Illinois-based operator is the sixth sportsbook to take action in response to the controversial tax change.
Georgia House Committee Holds First Meeting to Study Sports Betting
The House Study Committee on Gaming in the State of Georgia held its first meeting to explore the impacts of legalizing sports betting on Monday. The committee is required to submit its recommendations by December 1 for a House review.
White House Request Delays Vote on CFTC Nominee Quintenz
The White House has requested that a Senate committee delay a vote on its CFTC nominee as concerns over his ties to Kalshi continue to grow. While President Trump still publicly supports the nomination, they have not confirmed how they will proceed.
MLB Places Closer Clase on Leave Amid Gambling Investigation
The MLB has placed Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase on paid leave amid an investigation into unusual betting patterns involving some of his stats. It is the second gambling investigation into a Guardians pitcher this month.
New Jersey Assembly Bill Would Ban Micro Betting on Sports
The New Jersey Assembly is considering a bill that would place a ban on micro-betting on sports, which allows bettors to wager on small moments of a game. The bill is meant to slow down the betting process and reduce problem gambling.
FIFA Announces Ticket Application Period for 2026 World Cup
FIFA has announced that it will begin accepting 2026 World Cup ticket applications on September 10. Winners will be randomly drawn, with tickets being awarded in phases. The governing body has not confirmed if its new dynamic pricing model will be used.
