North America Gambling News.
Sports betting legalisation, tribal gaming expansion and iGaming regulation are reshaping the North American market state by state. We cover the legislative battles, operator moves and business developments driving this shift.
Senate Targets Sports Betting Integrity as Match-Fixing Cases Mount
A U.S. Senate subcommittee will hold a May 20 hearing on sports betting integrity, with lawmakers examining current safeguards against match-fixing risks and the rise of prediction markets.
Michigan Expands Enforcement to Offshore Poker Networks
Michigan’s regulator now treats unlicensed poker sites alongside illegal casinos, showing that regulated liquidity has reduced offshore poker’s market argument.
Q1 Earnings Show iGaming Pulling Ahead of Sportsbooks
Q1 earnings from Caesars, RSI, Sportradar and Robinhood show iGaming growth outpacing sports betting, while prediction markets are becoming a more visible topic for sportsbook operators.
Caesars Drops Credit Cards as US Payment Rules Tighten
Caesars has removed credit card deposits across its U.S. online gambling brands, following similar moves by DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and bet365.
Massachusetts Justices Scrutinise Kalshi’s Sports Betting Defence
Kalshi is arguing its sports event contracts are federally regulated swaps, while Massachusetts says they amount to unlicensed sports betting.
FantasySpin and FastDraft Merge to Reach 330M Users
FantasySpin and FastDraft will combine DFS and Best Ball products across 38 US states and Canada, targeting 330 million potential users.
Missouri Casino Tax Bill Adds 24% Tax on Sportsbooks
Missouri's HB 3533 would raise casino admission fees to $5.50, add a 1.5% remote wagering access fee, and impose new taxes on gambling and sports wagering receipts.
Resorts World NYC Opens Early as Casino Race Turns Real
Resorts World New York City has opened live table games and commercial slots in Queens, giving Genting a first operating lead in the downstate casino market.
Ohio Pushes State Control Over Prediction Markets in Kalshi Fight
Ohio is currently in the middle of a legal battle that could set a precedent for prediction markets in the entire country.
Kambi Wins Shared Sportsbook Framework Across Seven Provinces
The agreement gives Kambi’s turnkey sportsbook access to seven Canadian provinces through a shared lottery framework led by ALC and BCLC.
RSI Q1 Shows Online Casino Driving Faster Profit Growth
RSI raised its 2026 forecast after Q1 revenue rose 41% and online casino user growth increased EBITDA ahead of Alberta.
Alberta Signals Shared Liquidity Push as Poker Market Plans Take Shape
Alberta’s 2026 iGaming rollout is closely tied to shared liquidity, with cross-border poker pools likely to shape operator strategy and market viability.
Caesars Builds Nevada Retail Scale as William Hill Footprint Grows
Incremental sportsbook additions across Nevada properties point to a steady retail build under Caesars’ operating structure.
Happy Valley Casino Opens in Centre County, PA After Five Years
Happy Valley Casino has finally begun its operations in College Township, Pennsylvania, marking the end of a long and unpopular process that took more than five years.
VICI Expands with $1.16 Billion Deal for Golden Entertainment Properties
VICI Properties will acquire seven Nevada casinos from Golden Entertainment, with the deal expected to close by April 30, 2026.