Sports Betting & Gambling News for October 2025
DraftKings and Flutter Shares Fall Following Kalshi's NFL Contracts
Analysts connected the downturn to concerns that Kalshi's products could challenge traditional sportsbooks by drawing customers toward alternatives.
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Where Is Sports Betting Legal? All 50 U.S. States In-Depth Review
Where Sports Betting is Legal: Legislative Tracker for All U.S. States
Responsible Gaming Guide: Ranking the Top Sportsbooks for Consumer Protection
Responsible gaming has never been a more important part of a sportsbook's offering. We break down the top sports betting sites in the U.S. based on their approach to responsible gaming practices.
Which Zodiac Sign Best Matches the Top WNBA Teams?
Find out which zodiac signs align with the WNBA’s top teams, mascots, and players.
College Player Prop Betting by State: Where Can You Bet on NCAA Football or March Madness Props?
Which states allow college player prop bets? Which ones have restrictions on these markets? And which states have banned them altogether? Find the status of every state here.
How Do Bonus Bets Work in Sports Betting?
Bonus bets are one of the biggest draws for anyone signing up for a new sportsbook. But do players understand how they work? Alexandra Griffiths offers a handy guide on how to navigate bonus bets.
US Sports Betting Revenue & Handle: Tracking Betting Market Data 2025
Curious how much each state is betting? Sportsbook Review breaks down the U.S. sports betting revenue picture one state at a time.
Ranking the Most Dangerous NFL Stadiums: M&T Bank Stadium, Lincoln Financial Field Top the List
M&T Bank Stadium leads with 14,019 crimes per 100k – over 5× the U.S. average – while Highmark Stadium is the safest. Our city crime data plus a 5,038-fan survey also tags Lincoln Financial Field as fans’ least-safe venue.
Illinois Now Second in the US for Sports Betting Tax Revenue
In terms of sportsbook revenue, Illinois is third in the country at more than $4.3 billion, trailing only New York and New Jersey.
Underdog Partners with Kansas City Royals for Missouri Sports Betting
The partnership with the Royals builds on an existing relationship, with past collaborations such as Bark at the Park and the Underdog Hot Dog Derby.
Kalshi Launches Custom Parlay Prediction Markets on NFL Games
These new products enable bettors to bundle a series of results into a single event contract, similar to a parlay at a sportsbook.
Sleeper Sues CFTC Over Blocked License Application
The fantasy sports operator argues the move unfairly benefits competitors while immediately limiting Sleeper's growth.
Kansas Weighs Sports Betting Future Ahead of Missouri Launch
Kansas currently allows mobile sportsbooks at a 10% tax rate, one of the lowest in the nation.
New South Park Episode Fuels Prediction Market Activity
The latest South Park episode, which aired last night, revolved around prediction markets and their rising popularity among younger audiences.
Michigan Orders Eight Unlicensed Gambling Platforms to Shut Down
The regulator said the operators violated several state penal and gambling laws by offering gambling or wagering activity without licenses.
Octoplay Expands in New Jersey with Hard Rock Partnership
The deal marks the company’s third major U.S. operator collaboration in just two months.
UM Researchers Warn of Problem Gambling Among College Students
The study, which surveyed students from seven Mississippi universities, revealed that 39% reported gambling in the past year.
White House Weighs New Options for CFTC Chair
The news comes as Brian Quintenz's nomination remains stalled in the Senate.
Missouri Faces Readiness Concerns Ahead of Sports Betting Launch
Health professionals admonish that round-the-clock betting would amplify gambling problems.
Michigan iGaming Revenue Hits $312.5 Million in August
It marked a 9.8% increase compared to July.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Not Surprised by Betting Scandals
The NBA has faced multiple high-profile cases for betting on NBA games and sharing injury information with bettors
Fantasy Sports Platform Sleeper Alleges CFTC Is Breaking the Law
It accuses the regulator of violating federal law by blocking its attempt to enter the prediction market industry.
Arizona Regulator Issues Cease-and-Desist to Sweepstakes Operator
The promotion, which offered a $1.3 million property as its prize, was determined to be in violation of state gambling laws.
Patrick Schwarzenegger Stars in New Fanatics Casino Campaign
The campaign, titled ‘Explained by Patrick Schwarzenegger,’ is part of the brand’s ongoing series aimed at the online casino space.
Novig Attracts Acquisition Interest Amid Growing Prediction Market Competition
While it is not clear if formal offers were made, Novig is not actively seeking a sale.
Massachusetts Casinos Record Steady Revenue in August, Hit $105 Million
Encore Boston Harbor, the state’s largest casino, once again led the way, reporting $65 million in gross gaming revenue.
Yonkers and Queens Casino Proposals Win Key CAC Votes
The two approvals come as all three Manhattan bids were rejected.
Sports Betting Fuels Gambling Helpline Calls in North Carolina
According to state officials, more than 2,800 calls were made to the helpline in the first half of 2025, a 65% year-over-year increase.
Prediction Markets Drive Robinhood's Momentum, According to Industry Analyst
Sports predictions are already generating close to $200 million for the platform as of the latest data.
Crypto.com Secures CFTC Derivatives License in the US
The approval comes as the CFTC under the Trump administration pursues looser regulations around digital assets.
Michigan Senator Pushes Legislation to Legalize Social Betting Contests
Senate Bill 511 (SB 511), which seeks to update state law to allow social betting contests such as March Madness and Super Bowl pools.
Allwyn Acquires Majority Stake in PrizePicks
The agreement expands Allwyn's US operations, which had been confined to running the Illinois Lottery.
Caesars Entertainment Fined in Michigan for Deposit Error
The Michigan Gaming Control Board said the case stemmed from 116 fictitious deposits by a state resident.
New York Mayor Adams Unveils Report on Stakes of NYC Casino Bids
The study examines proposals across all five boroughs, weighing financial and architectural merits alongside community impact.
Senator Addabbo Wants Sweepstakes Casino Ban as Gov. Hochul Weighs Final Decision
The legislation, sponsored by Senator Joe Addabbo, would outlaw dual-currency games that mimic casino, lottery, or sports betting formats.
Jay-Z Backed Times Square Casino Proposal Rejected in Key Votes
Caesars Times Square, backed by Caesars and Jay-Z, was rejected by a four-to-two vote, with support coming only from representatives of the governor and mayor.
Prediction Market Decision May Tip Scales for New Jersey Sportsbooks
It's suggested that the result of the dispute could rewrite the entire industry.
SPGA to Combine with SGLA as California Sweepstakes Ban Nears
This move comes amid California lawmakers' resolution to pass Bill AB 831 to bar sweepstakes-style casinos.
Massachusetts Gaming Authority Sued by Robinhood
The litigation seeks declaratory and injunctive relief and asserts the Supremacy Clause preempts state action by federal law.
ProgressPlay Moves into Sweepstakes Casino Sector
The rollout comes as US regulators increase scrutiny on sweepstakes casinos, with several states moving to ban them.
California Sweepstakes Casino Ban Awaits Governor's Signature
The bill is meant to prohibit operators of online sweepstakes casinos from offering services in California.