Sports Betting & Gambling News for November 2025
Oversight Proposal Targets Prediction Market Activity in New York
The proposal responds to the rapid rise of sports-focused event contracts, which generated billions of dollars in wagers.
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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.
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.
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.
Which Zodiac Sign Best Matches the Top WNBA Teams?
Find out which zodiac signs align with the WNBA’s top teams, mascots, and players.
MLB Caps Pitch-Level Bets Amid Integrity Concerns
Effective immediately, MLB and its sportsbook partners have agreed to cap wagers on pitch-level “micro-bets” at $200 and prohibit their inclusion in parlays.
MLB Pitch-Fixing Indictment in New York as Betting Scandal Expands
According to the indictment, the players conspired with sports bettors to manipulate prop bets by intentionally altering pitch outcomes.
Google Finance to Integrate Prediction Markets
Google will partner with two of the best-known companies in the sector, Kalshi Inc. and Polymarket.
Kalshi and Robinhood Move to Dismiss California Tribes' Lawsuit
The Blue Lake Rancheria, the Chicken Ranch Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians, and the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians all started the case
FBI Involved After Suspicious Betting Activity on UFC Vegas 110 Bout
Dana White, CEO of the UFC, said Tuesday that the promotion contacted the FBI.
FanDuel Casino Expands Jackpot Feature with Double-Chance Option
The update is based on the success of the original jackpot system, which was released in April 2025.
NCAA Raises Integrity Concerns Over Kalshi's College Sports Prediction Markets
The NCAA also pressed Kalshi to remove website language that might suggest a relationship between the organizations.
Suspicious Betting Prompts Refunds After Dulgarian UFC Fight
Dulgarian, initially a -250 favorite, saw his odds fall to -150 in the hours leading up to the match at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.
Kalshi Under State Scrutiny Over NYC Mayor Race Odds
According to the Commission, Kalshi has processed more than $63 million in trades related to the mayoral contest, prompting state authorities to intervene.
FanDuel Sports Network to Stream Local NBA and NHL Games on Major Platforms
The move represents the first stage of the network's broader multi-phase Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV strategy.
Kalshi Alters Job Listing to Remove Sportsbook References
The platform has long maintained that its sports-related event contracts differ from traditional sports betting.
Caesars CEO Says Company Won't Pursue Prediction Markets at the Risk of Gaming License
CEO Tom Reeg added that Caesars would only explore such opportunities "if there's a path that develops" that avoids regulatory conflict
MLB, Gambling Firms Move Toward Micro Prop Betting Ban
Micro prop bets allow users to wager on highly specific, player-controlled outcomes such as how many strikeouts a pitcher records or how long they stay in the game.
Georgia Sports Betting Initiative Faces New Challenge
Previous attempts at legalization have repeatedly stalled.
Government Shutdown May Have Delayed Polymarket's US Return
Now that the shutdown may be over, the operator could launch at any time.
Wisconsin's Online Sports Betting Bill Advances amid Debate Over Tribal Structure
The measure would expand the state's existing in-person tribal betting system to include online wagering under a "hub and spoke" model.
New York Sets $2.64 Billion Sports Betting Record in October
The October figure surpassed the previous record of $2.49 billion, set in January.
DraftKings Expands into Prediction Markets
Robins pointed to examples in the UK and Western Europe, where exchange-based wagering platforms coexist with conventional sportsbooks.
PENN and ESPN End Sports Betting Partnership Early
PENN plans to rebrand its sportsbook to theScore Bet on Dec. 1, aligning with a potential launch of sports betting in Missouri.
Michigan Strengthens Safeguards After Federal Sports Betting Scandal
The state's oversight model emphasizes openness, accountability, and consumer protection through multiple integrity measures.
Wisconsin Sports Betting Bill Faces Pushback Over Tribal Revenue Share Language
Under the current framework, tribes would receive 60% of gross revenue from mobile wagering conducted through servers on tribal lands.
MyPrize and Crypto.com to Launch Unified Social Gaming and Prediction Markets
This is the first time Crypto.com has worked with a social gaming company.
NCAA to Introduce Player Availability Reports for 2026 Basketball Championships
NCAA President Charlie Baker said the decision followed months of discussion and represents a major advancement in protecting student-athletes
FanDuel Outage Disrupts NFL Betting for Thousands of Users
Reports on Downdetector showed that more than 6,000 users faced problems, with many saying they couldn't see active bets or cash out during games.
NBA, Sportsbooks Reassess Prop Bets After Player Gambling Scandals
According to sources cited by ESPN, the NBA has instructed its betting partners to remove wagers tied to individual player mistakes.
Polymarket Readies US Return Amid Prediction Markets Challenges
The comeback could happen before the end of November, but reports say that access will be limited at first.
Arizona Sports Betting Handle Surges in August
Online betting made up $608.9 million of this total, while retail sportsbooks only made up $1.8 million.
Entertainment Lineup Announced for Vegas Grand Prix
The schedule will feature a mix of global music acts, electronic artists, and Las Vegas-based performers.
Nevada Gaming Revenue Dips Slightly in September
Despite the decline, statewide casino win still surpassed $1 billion across 443 licensed venues.
Illinois Regulator Warns Sportsbooks Over Prediction Markets
. In a memorandum, the agency stated that any licensee operating or associated with unlicensed event contracts could face suspension of its Illinois license.
Kalshi Sues New York Over Sports Prediction Market Regulation
The company argues that federal law preempts the state's authority to regulate its sports-event trading contracts.