Fanatics Sportsbook fined $20,000 by Colorado for self-exclusion contact
Colorado regulators imposed a $20,000 fine on Fanatics Sportsbook for texting a self-excluded gambler and required an audit and staff training.
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Novig Presses Federal Preemption Lawsuits Against Four State Gambling Regulators
Novig argues CFTC oversight preempts state gambling laws in four federal lawsuits. Washington asked a judge to dismiss its case after a Ninth Circuit ruling.
Federal Judge Rules New York Can Enforce Gambling Laws Against Kalshi
A Manhattan federal judge denied Kalshi's injunction bid, ruling the Commodity Exchange Act does not preempt New York gambling laws; Kalshi appealed.
Maine Online Casino Launch Slips to Q1 2027 as Caesars Secures Tribal Deals
Maine's regulator says a Q1 2027 online casino launch is more practical, with rulemaking, hiring and legal review ahead. Caesars has three tribal deals.
Maxxed builds community with $10,000 giveaway before October crypto casino launch
Anjouan-licensed crypto casino and sportsbook Maxxed opens Discord and X channels and a no-deposit $10,000 giveaway before its October 2026 launch.
NBA and WNBA Warn Fans About Sports Betting and Prediction Market Risks
NBA and WNBA launch NCPG initiative warning that sports bets and prediction contracts carry similar gambling-related harms.
Cedar Crossing Casino Sets November 19 Soft Opening, December 5 Grand Opening
Iowa's Cedar Crossing Casino will soft-open Nov. 19 and hold a grand opening Dec. 5, with 700 slots, 22 table games and a 1,500-seat venue.
Crypto.com and Novig Sue Missouri to Block Sports Wagering Laws
Crypto.com and Novig sued Missouri on October 16, 2026, arguing their sports event contracts are CFTC-regulated swaps, not unlicensed sports betting.
Nevada Gaming Control Board Advances Consolidated Technical Standards, Targets October 1, 2027
Nevada regulators plan to consolidate scattered gaming equipment rules into two sources by October 1, 2027, with comments due November 15.
AGSI Seeks Bridging Measures as Italy Retail Concessions Expire December 31, 2026
Italian retail gambling group AGSI seeks temporary support before December 31, 2026 concessions expire, citing stalled reform and illegal market risk.