Latest Gambling Industry News
06/17/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Pennsylvania April Handle Climbs to $712 M, but Taxes Dip on Thinner Hold
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Pennsylvania’s sportsbooks took $711.57 million in wagers this April, their richest fourth-month handle to date and a 10.1% bump on last year.
06/15/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Maryland April Bets Reach $514M, Taxes Top $6.4M
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Maryland’s online and retail sportsbooks accepted $513.72 million in wagers during April 2025, the highest April total since the state’s full online launch in 2022.
06/14/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Michigan Sets April Sports Betting Handle Record of $426.99 m
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Michigan bettors wagered $426.99 million in April 2025, edging past last year’s figure and marking the state’s highest April handle since the online market opened in 2021.
06/13/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Kansas Sports Betting Handle Nears $1B, Taxes Up 75% Despite Lower Hold
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Four months into 2025, Kansas sportsbooks have written $975 million in tickets, a 9.9% bump on last year’s early returns.
06/12/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Oregon Sportsbooks Handle Up 8% Year-Over-Year in April
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
The Oregon Lottery has released the state's sports betting revenue report for the month of April. A 1.6-percentage-point lift in hold to 11.5% pushed tax receipts to roughly $0.64 million.
05/12/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
U.S. Sports Betting Revenue for March 2025 — State-by-State Breakdown Now Available at RG.org
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Explore RG's verified March 2025 U.S. Sports Betting Revenue Report, featuring detailed state-by-state breakdowns, betting handle, and key market insights.
05/05/2025
Doug Bonjour
“People Come To Us In Their Darkest Hours”: Arizona Official Warns As Betting Problems Surge Nationwide
Doug Bonjour
Arizona’s Elise Mikkelsen highlights rising gambling addictions as sports betting grows, stressing the need for stronger federal support
04/04/2025
Doug Bonjour
“We Definitely Plan to Continue Expanding”: Sportsbooks Expand NCAA Women’s Markets Ahead of Final Four
Doug Bonjour
Betting interest in NCAA women’s basketball is surging. Sportsbooks are racing to keep up with demand ahead of the Final Four
03/01/2025
Doug Bonjour
Underperforming ESPN BET Faces Uncertain Future Following $2B Deal
Doug Bonjour
ESPN BET's $2 billion deal with Penn Entertainment could be in trouble as the sportsbook continues to lag behind several top competitors
02/27/2025
Doug Bonjour
Oklahoma Governor Calls for 'Fair Deal' for Sports Betting
Doug Bonjour
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has renewed the push for legalized sports betting in the Sooner State despite resistance from tribal gaming leaders.
02/25/2025
Doug Bonjour
Missouri Sports Betting Launch Delayed Until Fall 2025
Doug Bonjour
Legal sports betting likely won't be available until Fall 2025 - a few months later than anticipated - following a ruling by Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins
02/23/2025
Doug Bonjour
Gambling Addiction Concerns Rise Amidst Sports Betting Boom
Doug Bonjour
As sports betting becomes more ingrained in American culture, concerns about problem gambling are on a rise, a new study shows. Experts discuss the issues at hand.
02/22/2025
Doug Bonjour
“Going to be Tough”: Why Outlook on iGaming Legislation in Indiana Remains Bleak
Doug Bonjour
Another bill recently stalled that would have legalized iGaming in Indiana. One betting expert explains why the Hoosier State's efforts are unlikely to change.
02/20/2025
Doug Bonjour
U.S. Sports Betting Generates Record $13.7B in Revenue for 2024
Doug Bonjour
U.S. sports betting hit a record $13.71 billion in revenue for 2024, the American Gaming Association said Wednesday in its annual report. New York retained its place as the country's top-performing market for sports betting, outlasting Illinois and New Jersey
02/20/2025
Doug Bonjour
Hawaii Betting Bill Advances Despite Growing Reservations
Doug Bonjour
Hawaii lawmakers are weighing a pair of bills that propose the legalization of sports betting
02/19/2025
Doug Bonjour
New Hampshire's Bid to Legalize Online Casinos Gains Steam
Doug Bonjour
New Hampshire's push for legalizing online casino play continues following approval from a state Senate committee
02/14/2025
Doug Bonjour
DraftKings Reports $4.8 Billion in Revenue Growth in 2024
Doug Bonjour
Sports betting giant DraftKings generated $4.8 billion in total revenue for fiscal year 2024, the company said in its latest earnings report
02/14/2025
Doug Bonjour
"Texans Want This": Sports Betting Legislation Fueling Optimism in Lone Star State
Doug Bonjour
As the push continues to legalize sports betting in Texas, members of the Sports Betting Alliance are optimistic they'll get the support they need for approval
02/13/2025
Doug Bonjour
North Carolina Lawmakers Seek to Allow Tax Deductions on Sports Betting
Doug Bonjour
Lawmakers in North Carolina hope to rewrite legislation allowing sports betting losses to be claimed as an itemized deduction.
02/07/2025
Doug Bonjour
Texas Gov. Abbott Voices Notable Support for Betting Expansion
Doug Bonjour
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott expressed support for legalized sports betting this week during an appearance on the Texas Take Podcast, breaking stride from his usual neutral stance.
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