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Historical Horse Racing vs. Parimutuel Betting: What’s the Difference?

Discover the key differences between historical horse racing and parimutuel betting, from odds and payouts to legality and player experience.

Posted on: January 5, 2026 | | Wilson Oke

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Resorts World Joins Too Young to Bet Campaign to Help Prevent Underage Gambling

Resorts World has become a community partner in the Too Young to Bet campaign, helping raise awareness of underage gambling risks in New York.

Posted on: January 5, 2026 | | Wilson Oke

Key decisions on several gambling verticals are coming the next couple months.

Key Developments on Prediction Markets, Sweeps, and Online Casinos Coming Up

Lawmakers and courts will make important decisions in the next month or two on online casinos, prediction markets, and sweepstakes casinos

Posted on: January 5, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

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Caesars Strengthens Online Casino Strategy With Branded Megaways Slot

The Hypernova Megaways online slot gets a Caesars makeover, debuting exclusively across regulated online casino markets in the US.

Posted on: January 5, 2026 | | Wilson Oke

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Nevada Lawmakers Push to Reverse 2026 Gambling Tax Deduction Cut

Nevada lawmakers and casino leaders urge Congress to reverse a 2026 federal tax change limiting gambling loss deductions from 100% to 90%.

Posted on: January 2, 2026 | | Wilson Oke

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DraftKings Steps Beyond Sports Betting With Prediction Market Launch

DraftKings launches a new Predictions app, allowing eligible US users to trade on real-world event outcomes across sports and finance.

Posted on: January 2, 2026 | | Wilson Oke

Maine Set to Debate Legislation to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos

Following the lead of several other states, Maine is looking to possibly bar online sweepstakes casinos from operating in the state

Posted on: January 2, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

Drake and Adin Ross among those sued for allegedly promoting illegal gambling.

Drake, Adin Ross Sued Again Over Alleged Illegal Gambling Promotions

Rapper Drake and streamer Adin Ross are among people named in a lawsuit that claims they are promoting illegal gambling, increasing addictions

Posted on: January 2, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

Tax law change, state regulations will mark 2026.

New Gambling Tax Law, More State Restrictions Coming in 2026

Gamblers may find less betting options in 2026 as states target sweeps, but the tax change to deductions could have the biggest impact

Posted on: January 2, 2026 | | Ian St. Clair

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What Are ADW Games? A Complete Guide to Advanced-Deposit Wagering

Learn everything about ADW games—how advanced-deposit wagering works, legal platforms, and why it’s ideal for horse and greyhound racing fans.

Posted on: January 2, 2026 | | Vanessa Philimore

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Historical Horse Racing vs. Parimutuel Betting: What’s the Difference?

Resorts World Joins Too Young to Bet Campaign to Help Prevent Underage Gambling

Key Developments on Prediction Markets, Sweeps, and Online Casinos Coming Up

Caesars Strengthens Online Casino Strategy With Branded Megaways Slot

Nevada Lawmakers Push to Reverse 2026 Gambling Tax Deduction Cut

DraftKings Steps Beyond Sports Betting With Prediction Market Launch

Maine Set to Debate Legislation to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos

Drake, Adin Ross Sued Again Over Alleged Illegal Gambling Promotions

New Gambling Tax Law, More State Restrictions Coming in 2026

What Are ADW Games? A Complete Guide to Advanced-Deposit Wagering

How Prediction Markets Price Events: A Simple Guide

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