Sports Betting & Gambling News for August 2025
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.
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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.
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.
Emmanuel Clase Latest Cleveland Pitcher Tied to Gambling Probe
Clase became the second Guardians pitcher in a month to be suspended during a gambling inquiry.
Republican Lawmakers Push to Reverse Gambling Tax Hike in Trump Legislation
The amendment has been a cause of worry among gamblers, lawmakers, and industry veterans.
Caesars and Play’n GO Expand in U.S. With Digital Gaming Partnership
Play’n GO’s slots are now live on Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino.
Report Predicts Online Gambling Market to Triple by 2034
The online gambling market, which was valued at $78.77 billion in 2024, is expected to reach $220.85 billion by 2034.
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.
Churchill Downs Sets Q2 Revenue Record of $934 Million
Betting on the Derby alone totaled $234.4 million, which was up 11% from last year.
Massachusetts Casino Revenue Increases 1.7% Year-on-Year in June
The figures represent a 1.7% year-on-year rise compared to last year’s total of $96.1 million.
New Jersey Gaming Revenue Reaches Over $581 Million in June
Online casinos and sports betting were key drivers of massive growth.
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.