Sports Betting & Gambling News for August 2026
Colorado Records $6.4 Billion Sports Betting Handle in FY26
Colorado's sports betting handle hit a record $6.4 billion in the 2026 fiscal year, up 2.3% year-on-year, led by $1.4 billion in basketball wagers.
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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 Sued by New York AG Over Alleged Illegal Betting Operation
New York has sued Kalshi, alleging the prediction market operator runs an unlicensed betting business by offering gambling-like event contracts.
Ontario Online Gambling Revenue Tops $400 Million in June
Ontario’s regulated iGaming market generated $400.6 million in June revenue, up 30.6% year-on-year as wagers reached $9.5 billion.
MLB Players Stance on League's Gambling Safeguards a Year After Clase Scandal
Some MLB players have questioned the league’s safeguards after Emmanuel Clase was implicated in a pitch-rigging scheme tied to alleged gambling activity.
Pat McAfee Draws Backlash Over Bet Placed Ahead of LeBron James Announcement
Pat McAfee has been criticized after betting on LeBron James’ next team using information from NBA insider Shams Charania before the move was announced.
NFL Tells CFTC Its Prediction Market Rules Do Not Go Far Enough
The NFL has urged the CFTC in a new letter to strengthen proposed sports prediction market rules, warning current measures leave major integrity gaps.
Hard Rock Bet Launches Sports Betting and Casino Platform in Ontario
Hard Rock Bet has launched in Ontario, marking its first international expansion with a sportsbook and online casino offering more than 3,000 games.
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.
New York Sportsbooks Post Record June Handle as Knicks Title, World Cup Erase Margins
New York sportsbooks handled a record $2.3 billion in June bets, but revenue plunged 43.3% as bettors cashed in on the Knicks' title and World Cup action.
DraftKings and FanDuel Seek Gambling Addiction Lawsuit Dismissal
FanDuel and DraftKings have asked a Philadelphia court to dismiss a lawsuit claiming they fueled two bettors' gambling addictions through VIP incentives.
World Cup Betting Watchdog Flags Suspicious Polymarket Wagers Amid FIFA Dispute
A dispute over World Cup betting integrity has emerged after an independent watchdog challenged FIFA’s findings on suspicious betting activity.
Entain Enters Alberta with Launch of Two Online Brands
Entain has launched Sports Interaction and PartyCasino in Alberta after receiving regulatory approval to enter the province's regulated iGaming market.
New Jersey Online Casino Sector Expands with Three New Offerings
New Jersey’s online gaming market grew to 30 brands after three new casino platforms launched, including the latest addition, Vegas Club Casino.
World Cup Betting Frenzy Compared to '10 Super Bowls' as Final Numbers Come In
The 2026 FIFA World Cup became the biggest US betting event ever, with sportsbooks comparing wagering volume to roughly 10 Super Bowls.
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.
Alabama Lawmaker Says Gambling Reform Conversation Is Coming, But Old Divide Remains
Alabama lawmakers expect renewed debate over gambling expansion over the next couple of years, with illegal gaming likely to drive legislative discussions.
NCAA Pushes Congress to Rein In College Sports Prediction Markets
The NCAA has urged Congress to curb college sports prediction markets, warning they threaten athletes and competitive integrity without stronger protections.
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.