Data from the four largest reporting U.S. markets shows retail sports betting handle fell 26.7 percent in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period a …
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Kalshi and Polymarket Drive Historic Prediction Market Volumes During NFL Week 1
Retail Sports Betting Volume Drops Sharply in Four Major Markets During First Half of 2026
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CFTC Releases Advisories Targeting Sports Prediction Contract Operations
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued two advisory letters in August 2026 that directly address how operators structure and market sports …
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Massachusetts Betting Markets Respond to 2026 World Cup Tournament
Data from state regulators shows online and retail sportsbooks in Massachusetts generated a $592.6 million handle during July 2026 while the 2026 FIFA World Cup …
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Taylor Albrecht
Decoding Provincial Variations in Wagering Requirements for No-Deposit Casino Offers Across Canada
Provincial boundaries shape how wagering requirements apply to no-deposit casino offers, and operators adjust terms to match local rules that differ sharply …
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Provincial Regulatory Influences on the Structure of Sportsbook Promotional Deals
Provincial authorities across Canada shape sportsbook promotional deals through licensing conditions that dictate bonus structures, wagering requirements, adn …
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