Sports Betting & Gambling News for July 2025
Luis Ortiz Remains on Leave Amid MLB Betting Probe
Originally placed on leave on July 3, Ortiz was scheduled to return on July 19, but the timeline has been extended by mutual agreement.
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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: U.S. Bank Stadium, Empower Field Top the List
Sportsbook Review combined data analysis and survey results to find the NFL's most dangerous stadiums.
Polymarket Acquires QCEX for $112M to Launch Fully Regulated U.S. Platform
The move signals Polymarket’s long-anticipated return to the United States under a fully regulated framework.
New BetMGM Brand Ambassador Derek Jeter Reveals His Betting Past
Though he was never into fantasy leagues, Jeter recently told People Magazine that he's no stranger to sports betting.
Caitlin Clark Drives Surging WNBA Betting Activity According to Hard Rock Bet
WNBA action has been consistent for Hard Rock Bet, and the handle is building enormously when Clark is suiting up.
Underdog Shifts to Peer-to-Peer Fantasy in California Amid Legal Pressure
This shift is part of a broader movement in the DFS industry.
Legal Battle Over 1-800-GAMBLER Hotline Puts National Access at Risk
The number belongs to theCCGNJ,. who gave the NCPG permission to use the phone number as part of a 2022 agreement.
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission Fines FanDuel $125,000 for Multiple Betting Violations
FanDuel was reportedly accepting prohibited bets on events such as the Super Bowl, golf matches, and soccer matches, which are not allowed under Iowa law.
Missouri Gaming Commission Solicits Public Input as Sports Betting Launch Nears
The public can provide written comments through e-mail or participate in the MGC's meeting at the agency's office.
BetMGM Sets Illinois Minimum Bet at $2.50 in Response to Tax Changes
Per messages from the sportsbook, the state's players will no longer be able to make bets below this threshold.
DraftKings Considering Buying Railbird Exchange Prediction Market
Railbird Exchange has recently gained federal licensure.
Flutter Acquires Remaining Boyd Gaming Stake in FanDuel for $1.76 Billion
Flutter will fund the purchase with $1.75 billion in senior secured bridge loan facilities, which a group of banks agreed to.
DraftKings to Refund $3M to Connecticut Customers in Promotion Settlement
players who participated in certain bonus offers that promised a deposit match or deposit bonus promoted by DraftKings between Oct. 19, 2021, and Jan. 4, 2023, are entitled to compensation.
Former US Lawmaker Comes Out in Defense of Prediction Markets
She's now calling for their widespread legalization in a stark policy reversal.
BetSaracen Executive Downplays the Impact of Tax Changes
A senior manager at Saracen Casino Resort this week commented on how it would affect regular customers, stating that the impact on most players could be minimal.
New Jersey Bans Sports Betting Partnerships at Public Colleges
Colleges, universities, booster clubs, and athletic departments will not be permitted to sign contracts for permission to advertise sportsbooks.
Tennessee Sports Betting Handle Falls to Lowest Level in 10 Months
While the figure represents a 2.5% increase compared to last June, it is a 19.8% decline from May.
New York Casino Revenue Drops 2.2% Year-on-Year in June as Downstate Casino Deadline Passes
New York does not split its numbers by operator but provides a game-type overview.
Detroit Casino Revenue Falls Over 4% Year-on-Year in June
The figures are slightly down from May's and last June's numbers.
Michigan Internet Gaming Revenue Hits $301.4 Million in May
It represents a month-over-month boost of 3.7% from 290.7 million in April.
New Jersey iGaming Revenue Hits Record $246.8 Million in May
Including land-based casinos, the Garden State posted a 20.5% year-over-year revenue increase.
Ontario iGaming Revenue Rises 25% in April
Gaming revenue generated by iGaming operators in Ontario hit $313.2 million in April, a 25% increase from the same month last year.
Michigan iGaming Revenue Grows by 33.9% Year-on-Year in April
In April, gross gaming revenue from the Michigan iGaming sector rose by 33.9% year-on-year.
Pennsylvania Sports Wagering Handle and Revenue Reports Year-on-Year Increases in April
Pennsylvania reports handle and revenue increases for sports betting in April 2025.
Detroit Commercial Casino Revenue Increases 1.5% Year-on-Year in April
The three licensed commercial casinos in Detroit combined to generate $109.8 million in total revenue in April 2025, a 1.5% increase from the previous year.
New York Sportsbooks Show 4.8% Revenue Growth in April
New York showed a year-on-year revenue growth in the state's mobile sportsbooks sector in April.
DraftKings Announces 20% Revenue Rise to $1.4 billion
DraftKings, a giant in the DFS and sports betting space, has announced a 20% revenue rise in the first quarter of 2025.
Flutter Announces Quarterly Revenue Growth, With Eye on Prediction Markets
Global betting operator Flutter eyes the prediction markets after significant revenue rise in the first quarter of 2025.
Florida Racinos Show Slight Fall in March Revenue
Florida’s racinos saw a revenue drop year-on-year in March 2025, coming up just short with $66.7 million, as opposed to last year’s $66.9 million.
Ohio Casinos Record $94.4 Million in Revenue for March
According to a report published by the Ohio Casino Control Commission this week, Ohio’s regulated casino sector has generated $94.4 million in revenue for March 2025.
North Carolina Reports April Revenue Falls in Sports Betting
The sports betting market saw a year-over-year decline in North Carolina during the month of April.
Ontario iGaming Sector Records Growth in Third Year
The regulated iGaming market in Ontario has recorded a 32% increase in gambling revenue in its third year of operation.
Churchill Downs Q1 Revenue Increases 9% Year-on-Year
Churchill Downs Incorporated has announced a year-on-year increase in revenue of 9% for Q1 2025.
North Carolina Sportsbooks Reach Record Handle in March 2025
According to the North Carolina State Lottery Commission, sportsbooks had a great month, most likely spurred on by the NCAA Tournament.