Sports Betting & Gambling News for August 2025
University of Mississippi Study Shows Extent of Student Sports Betting
Almost 60% of those who gambled in the past year had placed online bets through "legal" sportsbooks, despite mobile sports betting being prohibited in the state.
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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.
CFTC No-Action Relief Opens Path for Prediction Markets
Railbird has yet to debut its live platform but is reportedly in discussions with DraftKings, which is exploring a potential entry into prediction markets.
DraftKings Monitors Prediction Markets Amid Regulatory Shifts
CEO Jason Robins indicated that the company would benefit from being near the industry's first movers but did not believe it would need to enter immediately, as it may pose risks.
DraftKings CEO Speaks Out on Trump Gambling Tax
Robins said that DraftKings is working with lawmakers to overturn the change.
Adams' Veto on Bally's Casino Plan to Stand Amid Council Inaction
The veto reversed the Council's prior decision to reject the land use permit Bally's needs to remain eligible for one of three downstate casino licenses.
FanDuel Donates $200,000 to Combat Hunger in North Carolina
It donated $100,000 to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina and another $100,000 to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.
AGA Study Shows Most Consumers View Sweepstakes Casinos as Gambling
Research published by the AGA indicates that the public views sweepstakes casinos as just another form of gambling.
bet365 Expands US Reach With Kansas Launch and Indiana Fever Partnership
The debut marks the company's 14th launch in the US sports betting sector.
Emails Draw Scrutiny as CFTC Chair Vote for Quintenz Stalls
The content of the emails has reportedly contributed to delays in a Senate Agriculture Committee vote on Quintenz's nomination.
Rush Street Interactive Responds to Illinois Tax Charge With Minimum Bets for Users
RSI is not the first operator to announce increased bet charges for Illinois residents.
New York Judge Affirms DraftKings Deposit Bonus Did Not Mislead
Judge Broadie, stated that any “reasonable” customer would have understood the promotion and that DraftKings had clearly stated the terms and conditions.
Georgia Lawmakers Revisit Legal Gambling
The House Study Committee on Gaming in Georgia held its first hearing Monday, where members heard arguments for and against expanding gaming.
DraftKings Faces Pennsylvania Lawsuit Alleging Deceptive Gambling Promotions
The lawsuit alleges that the Boston company and sister affiliates violated consumer protection law through ads for offers that would finance gambling addiction.
NYC Casino Race Intensifies as Brooklyn Meeting Stirs Controversy
State Assemblymember Alec Brook-Krasny voiced concern on social media arguing that the location imposes a burden on residents.
Bally’s Reports 5.8% Growth in Q2 and Continues Expansion
e company’s total revenue for the three months ending June 30 was $657.5 million, up from $621.7 million in the same period last year.
FanDuel Stops ‘Illegal Operation’ on Tribal Reservation
While the Cayuga Nation has an approved ordinance, it has no compact with New York, marking outside sportsbook operations unauthorized.
New York Casino Sector Grows 6% Amid High-Stakes Licensing Battles
Slot machines were the primary contributor, producing $45.1 million in GGR.
New York Sports Betting Handle Rises in July Despite Seasonal Slump
Gross revenue reached $155.6 million, a 10.5% year-over-year increase but down 24.9% from June.
Crown Coins Casino Becomes Title Sponsor for GT World Challenge America
The event, sanctioned as the Crown Coins Casino GT World at Road America, will feature more than 100 racing vehicles across six GT racing classes.
ESPN Acquires NFL Fantasy and Other Assets After Betting App Upgrade
he agreement includes NFL Network, RedZone (via linear pay TV distribution), and NFL Fantasy.
PENN Entertainment Q2 Results Show Optimism and Challenges
CEO Jay Snowden noted that theoretical revenue grew across all rated age and worth segments, supported by PENN's omnichannel strategy.
DraftKings Q2 Revenue Increases 37% Year-on-Year
“We set records for revenue, net income, and Adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter, driven by an acceleration in revenue growth to 37% year-over-year," said CEO Jason Robins.
Fanatics Sportsbook Applies for Missouri Sports Betting Licenses
The Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) confirmed that Fanatics has applied for both a retail and an online sports betting license.
Ohio Lawmaker Pushes Back Against Governor's Proposed Prop Bet Ban
Ohio House Finance Committee Chair Brian Stewart has stated he will oppose any such rule if enacted by the Ohio Casino Control Commission.
Colorado Casino Revenue Climbs 2.9% Year-on-Year in June
While June 2025 is positive for Colorado casinos, the rest of the year has been a rollercoaster.
Circa Survivor 2025 On Track for Record $20 Million Prize Pool
“If we can maintain this pace, it would put us just over $20 million for our prize pool" said Mike Palm.
Caesars Entertainment Debuts IGT Slot for Online and Retail Locations
Caesars will also host a VIP event and promotions to celebrate the launch.
Virginia Lottery Generates $901 Million for State Public Schools
Lottery profits in Virginia have been going to K-12 public schools since 1999, after the creation of the State Lottery Proceeds Fund
Arizona Wagers Reach $746 Million in April, a 14% Increase Year-on-Year
While wagers increased, revenues did not see the same rise, with only a 0.2% increase recorded in April.
Incentive Games Awarded Gaming License in Ontario
The license means Incentive Games can offer its portfolio of games to operators across Ontario.
Playson Expands in Ontario with DraftKings Partnership
Playson’s titles will be integrated into the DraftKings platform with the help of Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform.
Iowa Gaming Revenue Dips for Third Straight Year
Despite the dip, revenues remain 15.2% above pre-pandemic levels, with the state’s 19 casinos continuing to generate significant tax contributions.