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Bally's Pauses Chicago Casino Construction Amid VGT Dispute
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Bally's Pauses Chicago Casino Construction Amid VGT Dispute

Bally’s has paused construction of non-casino amenities at its Chicago project due to a dispute over video gaming terminals (VGTs). The company alleges that the city's plan to legalize VGTs violates their agreement.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
ProphetX and Pikkit Join Forces to Offer Federally Regulated Sports Prediction Markets
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ProphetX and Pikkit Join Forces to Offer Federally Regulated Sports Prediction Markets

ProphetX and Pikkit have formed an alliance to offer federally regulated sports prediction markets, providing Pikkit's community access to a new trading experience.

August 11, 2026·1 min read
Congress Steps In: MLB and MLBPA Face Deadline After Bryce Harper's FanDuel Video
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Congress Steps In: MLB and MLBPA Face Deadline After Bryce Harper's FanDuel Video

Congress demands MLB and MLBPA address gambling concerns following Bryce Harper's involvement in a FanDuel video. The player had spent $18.5m with FanDuel, and during one of his periods of repeated losses, the player received a 'thank you' video featuring Harper himself.

August 11, 2026·1 min read
Chiefs' Offense Faces Uncertainty as 2025 Season Approaches
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Chiefs' Offense Faces Uncertainty as 2025 Season Approaches

The Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for the 2025 season with questions surrounding their offense. Patrick Mahomes is set to return from injury, but the team's playmakers are under scrutiny.

August 11, 2026·1 min read
CFTC Warns Prediction Markets: Ditch American-Style Odds
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CFTC Warns Prediction Markets: Ditch American-Style Odds

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has advised prediction market platforms to avoid using American-style odds, citing potential mislead and lack of market depth. The guidance comes amidst ongoing debates about the nature of prediction markets.

August 10, 2026·1 min read
New York Yankees Partner with Polymarket for Exclusive Prediction Market Experience
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New York Yankees Partner with Polymarket for Exclusive Prediction Market Experience

The New York Yankees have announced a new partnership with Polymarket, the world’s largest prediction market platform. The collaboration will offer exclusive experiences and marketing opportunities during the 2026 MLB season.

August 7, 2026·1 min read
Wisconsin's New Sports Betting Law Faces Legal Challenge
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Wisconsin's New Sports Betting Law Faces Legal Challenge

A lawsuit filed by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty claims the state's new sports betting law is unconstitutional. The legal challenge could potentially halt the launch of online sports betting in Wisconsin.

August 6, 2026·1 min read
Kalshi Faces Setback in Utah: Judge Rules Gambling Laws Apply
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Kalshi Faces Setback in Utah: Judge Rules Gambling Laws Apply

A Utah judge has dismissed Kalshi's lawsuit, ruling that state gambling laws apply to its prediction market platform. The decision marks another challenge for Kalshi in the United States.

August 5, 2026·1 min read
New York Sues Prediction Market Firm Kalshi for Illegal Gambling
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New York Sues Prediction Market Firm Kalshi for Illegal Gambling

The state of New York has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging that the prediction market firm is operating illegally. The lawsuit seeks to stop Kalshi's operations in New York, pay restitution to residents, and forfeit profits.

August 3, 2026·1 min read