Law and Politics

Canada is lagging behind its American neighbors on sports betting regulations. (Courtesy: mdhorsemen.com)

Will Canadian Gaming Industry be Hurt by US Sports Betting Decision?

Canadians may still be able to play online poker, but as of this week, they now lag behind their neighbors when it comes to sports betting. And that could make it much tougher for Canada’s gaming industry to stay competitive. On Monday, the Supreme Court overturned a federal law that […]

The UK government has announced they will put a £2 maximum bet on FOBT machines such as this one. (Image: PA)

Gambling News: FOBT Max Bets Slashed to £2 by UK Government

The debate over the future of fixed odds betting terminals in the United Kingdom appears to be over, with government officials determining that the maximum bet on all FOBT machines should be set at just £2 ($2.70). That’s a major departure from the current state of affairs. Right now, FOBT […]

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver joined officials from several other leagues in saying that the integrity of competition will be a point of emphasis going forward. (Image: Getty)

Leagues Call for Feds to Regulate Sports Betting after SCOTUS Decision

Major sports leagues across the United States scrambled to respond to the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the law prohibiting sports betting, with most agreeing that the ruling will have a profound impact on the world of professional athletics. The 6-3 decision to overturn the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection […]

The Supreme Court issued a 7-2 ruling that found PASPA was unconstitutional, allowing states to go ahead with the regulation of sports betting. (Image: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst)

Supreme Court Strikes Down US Sports Betting Ban in 6-3 Decision

The Supreme Court has overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), ending a prohibition that had prevented states from passing laws that would allow for regulation of legal sports betting. In a 6-3 decision in the case of Murphy v. NCAA, the Supreme Court found that multiple provisions […]

Could William Hill Betting Windows be Coming to a Casino Near You? (Source: the racingbiz.com)

William Hill Spending Millions in Anticipation of US Sports Betting

The CEO of William Hill is betting that US lawmakers will soon open the door for legalized sports betting, and he has his company in a position to capitalize. In a conference call discussing the company’s earnings, Philip Bowcock revealed that William Hill has already spent “mid-to-high single-digit” millions of […]

President Donald Trump appeared at a rally in Michigan on Saturday. (Image: AFP/Getty)

Could President Donald Trump Win Nobel Peace Prize?

President Donald Trump is known for his rancor on social media, but he is now getting credit for his diplomacy. The leader of the United States has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end the conflict between North and South Korea. Eighteen House Republicans signed […]

Daily Fantasy Sports players can now plat against the rest of the world completely legally. (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

Daily Fantasy Sports Officially Legal in Pennsylvania

It may not yet be legal to place a sports bet in Pennsylvania, but you can now get a stake in the outcome of sporting events via daily fantasy sports. The latest beneficiary of the sweeping changes to state gambling laws  last year, daily fantasy sports (DFS) is now officially […]

Donald Trump tweeted his support for the US-led 2026 World Cup bid on Thursday, while also seeming to threaten countries who didn’t back the effort. (Image: Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP)

President Trump Gets Political in Tweet Supporting 2026 World Cup Bid

President Donald Trump tweeted in support of the US-led 2026 World Cup bid on Thursday, while also seemingly threatening nations that didn’t throw their support behind the effort. The United States is leading a joint bid with Mexico and Canada to bring the 2026 FIFA World Cup to North America, […]

A bill that would have allowed sports betting at Louisiana casinos - and potentially other venues - was rejected by a Louisiana Senate committee. (Image: Reno Gazette-Journal)

Louisiana Opts Out of Legal Sports Betting (for Now)

Just because sports betting might become legal across the US, not every state is ready to jump on board, at least not right away. On Tuesday, a senate committee in Louisiana rejected a bill that laid out a framework for legalizing the activity on fears that such a move would […]

While horse racing in Hainan could be a boost to the industry in China, it would not pose much of a threat to racing in Hong Kong, at least in the short term. (Image: Engel & Volkers)

China to Allow Horse Racing and Lotteries on Island of Hainan

The Chinese government has announced that it will allow the island province of Hainan to play host to horse racing and lotteries, part of a plan to turn it into a pilot free-trade port for the mainland. China has a large-scale plan for Hainan that includes tourism and conservation steps […]

Players’ unions say their members want a seat at the sports betting table to protect the integrity of the game - and their own publicity rights. (Image: John Locher/AP)

Players’ Unions Want Input on Future of Legalized Sports Betting

The players’ unions of the four major North American sports leagues released a joint statement on Thursday morning, announcing that they expect to have a seat at the table when it comes to the future of sports betting. The statement was released by the MLBPA, NFLPA, NBPA, and NHLPA. It […]

US Sports Integrity is pushing for only official sports data to be used in any regulated sports betting jurisdictions in the United States. (Image: Gracenote)

‘US Sports Integrity’ Data Policy Website Supported by MLB and PGA

Without information on scores and statistics, it would be impossible for anyone to bet on sports. And according to a new website called US Sports Integrity, bettors should be settling for nothing less than official data that is sanctioned by the leagues themselves. The website is the creation of Genius […]

Conor McGregor is led out of jail in handcuffs after his arrest last week in New York City. (Image: Reuters)

Oddsmakers Place Conor McGregor Prop Bets After Tirade

The aftermath of Conor McGregor’s tirade in New York City last week has left the UFC fighter’s future in doubt, but internet sportsbooks are speculating what is next. BetDSI and Bodog are two sites that have put prop bets concerning the consequences of the Irish fighter’s conduct. The 29 year […]