Sports Betting & Gambling News for July 2026
World Cup Betting Frenzy Compared to '10 Super Bowls' as Final Numbers Come In
Charlotte Capewell
Kalshi Thwarted in Washington after Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction
A Washington court has temporarily blocked Kalshi’s sports contracts, ruling the prediction market operator offers illegal gambling to state consumers.
Charlotte Capewell
Where are Online Casinos Legal in the US? Legal and Potential Online Gambling States
Where Online Casinos are Legal: Legislative Tracker for All U.S. States
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.
Ranking the Most Dangerous NFL Stadiums: M&T Bank Stadium, Lincoln Financial Field Top the List
M&T Bank Stadium leads with 14,019 crimes per 100k – over 5× the U.S. average – while Highmark Stadium is the safest. Our city crime data plus a 5,038-fan survey also tags Lincoln Financial Field as fans’ least-safe venue.
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 2026
Curious how much each state is betting? Sportsbook Review breaks down the U.S. sports betting revenue picture one state at a time.
Which Zodiac Sign Best Matches the Top WNBA Teams?
Find out which zodiac signs align with the WNBA’s top teams, mascots, and players.
Kalshi's World Cup Surge Adds Three Million New Traders
Kalshi reportedly added about three million users during the World Cup, as its tournament market attracted a record $1.2 billion in trading volume.
Drake Curse Sees Rapper Lose $1.5M Bet at World Cup Final
Drake has lost a $1.5 million World Cup final bet following Argentina's 1-0 loss to Spain, adding to the rapper’s infamous “Drake Curse” betting history.
Underdog Rolls Out Its Own Federally Licensed Prediction Market Exchange
Underdog has launched its own CFTC-licensed exchange for sports event contracts, moving trading directly into its app after using outside partners.
DAZN Announces Prediction Market Expansion with ADI Predictstreet
DAZN has partnered with ADI Predictstreet to launch regulated prediction markets, combining live sports streaming with interactive prediction experiences.
World Cup Boosts Prediction Market Trading Volume to $50B in June
Prediction markets have topped $50 billion in June trading volume, driven mainly by the World Cup, with Kalshi alone handling $31 billion for the month.
bet365 Joins Growing Field of Operators in Alberta's New iGaming Market
bet365 has launched in Alberta’s regulated iGaming market, expanding into its second Canadian province with its full sportsbook product lineup.
Caesars Rolls Out Sportsbook and Online Casino Brands in Alberta
Caesars Entertainment has launched its three online gaming platforms in Alberta as the province's regulated market opens to residents on July 13.
North Carolina Shows Support for Federal Prediction Market Oversight
North Carolina has recognized CFTC authority over prediction markets in its budget bill, becoming the first state to acknowledge federal oversight.
US World Cup Elimination Fuels Record Betting Handle
US sportsbooks saw record World Cup betting during the USMNT’s run, with the loss to Belgium becoming one of the most-wagered soccer matches ever.
Kalshi Starts Blocking Michigan Users After Judge Issues Temporary Ban
Kalshi has blocked Michigan users after a judge issued a temporary order preventing the prediction market from offering sports-event contracts in the state.
Former DraftKings Trader Charged in Fresno State Basketball Betting Scheme
Former DraftKings trader Samuel Silverman faces felony charges in Nevada over an alleged betting scheme involving a Fresno State basketball player’s performance.
World Cup Goals Weigh Heavily on Sportsbook Revenue
The 2026 World Cup group stage proved costly for sportsbooks, with strong performances from favorites contributing to an estimated $50 million loss for DraftKings alone.
Kalshi and Polymarket's Combined Trading Volume Jumps 75% to $45 Billion in June
Prediction markets hit a record $44.8 billion in June trading volume, up 75% month-over-month, driven largely by World Cup activity on Kalshi and Polymarket.
Alabama Lawmaker Says Gambling Reform Conversation Is Coming, But Old Divide Remains
Charlotte Capewell
White House Teleprompter Operator Placed On Leave After Betting on Trump Speeches
Federal regulators say President Trump's longtime teleprompter operator made more than $100,000 betting on Kalshi speech prediction markets
Illinois Congressman Demands Answers From Polymarket Over Influencer Ties
Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi is seeking answers from Polymarket over influencer partnerships tied to election betting promotions and disputed election claims.
MLB Players Face Rising Threats from Bettors as Betting in Baseball Grows
MLB players have been facing increased betting-related harassment as the league continues to partner with sports betting and prediction market operators.
St8 Wins Alberta Registration, Expands North American Reach
St8 has received an iGaming Services Supplier license from Alberta’s gambling regulator to operate in the province after its market went live on July 13.
Alberta's Regulated Online Gambling Market Goes Live
Alberta has launched its iGaming market, becoming Canada's second province to allow private operators, with about 20 expected to go live initially.
DraftKings to Debut Sportsbook and Casino Platforms in Alberta Next Week
DraftKings will launch its sportsbook and online casino in Alberta on July 13, expanding into its second Canadian province and 34th North American market.
World Cup Betting Boom Reignites Legalized Sports Betting Debate in Texas
Texas lawmakers face renewed calls to legalize sports betting as World Cup wagering surges, with advocates arguing Texans are already betting despite the ban.
Michael Burry Buys into DraftKings and Flutter as Prediction Market Debate Intensifies
Michael Burry disclosed new stakes in Flutter and DraftKings, allocating about 60% of his investment to Flutter and 40% to DraftKings
Kalshi Loses Bid to Halt New York Gambling Enforcement
Federal judge denies Kalshi’s request to block New York regulators, allowing the state’s gambling enforcement action against the prediction market to continue.
Alberta Expects to Net $76 Million From iGaming in Year One
Alberta minister Dale Nally has said that he expects the province’s upcoming regulated market to generate $76 million in tax revenue in its first year.
Nebraska Sports Betting Group Clears Signature Threshold with Room to Spare
Nebraska online sports betting moved closer to a statewide vote this week after supporters submitted enough signatures to secure ballot measures.
Octoplay Extends North American Reach with Alberta Conditional License
Octoplay has been awarded a conditional license by Alberta’s gaming regulator, extended the studio’s presence in the North American-regulated market.
Former NBA Players Malik Beasley and Edward Davis Indicted in Sports Gambling Scheme
Former NBA stars Malik Beasley and Edward Davis were indicted on Monday following an alleged sports betting scheme during the 2023-2024 NBA season.
Caesars Entertainment Expands Partnership with Maine Tribes Ahead of iGaming Launch
Caesars has expanded its partnership with Maine’s tribes to include online casino gaming ahead of the state’s iGaming launch later this year.
Ontario Generates Record Online Casino Revenue in May
A report by iGaming Ontario shows that operators in the province generated in May record revenues of CAD $413.1 (US $291.3 million). An increase of 22.2% year over year
Meta Plans on Prediction App as DraftKings Shares Fall
Meta is reportedly developing Arena, a prediction market app to rival Kalshi and Polymarket, triggering share declines for firms including DraftKings.