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Experts warn mobile sports betting risks rise as NFL season begins

Addiction specialists are warning that mobile sports betting can quickly become harmful as NFL action returns, with new attention on rising wagering totals, warning signs for families, and the limits of in-app safeguards.

Fliff and Onyx Odds seek entry into federally regulated prediction markets

Fliff and Onyx Odds have submitted federal registration filings tied to futures and swaps activity, a move that points to growing interest in prediction markets as sweepstakes gaming faces tighter scrutiny.

Washington Judge Orders Kalshi to Stop Advertising and Soliciting Business in State

A Washington judge has ordered Kalshi to stop advertising to residents, stop accepting or soliciting business in the state, and add geofencing to block Washington-based IP access.

Del Mar’s Pacific Classic Awaits Field as Knightsbridge Emerges as Early Threat

Del Mar’s Pacific Classic field is expected to come into focus Sunday, with Knightsbridge looming as a possible standout after a dominant Monmouth Cup win.

Mary Cheeks to Step Down as President and GM of Jamul Casino Resort

Jamul Casino Resort announced that Mary Cheeks will conclude her tenure as president and general manager after serving in a leadership role at the property since 2018.

Thunder Valley Casino Resort reports $496,685 slot jackpot on $9 bet

Thunder Valley Casino Resort said a player won $496,685 on a $9 bet on the Smokin’ Hot Stuff slot machine, as the casino highlighted more than 251,000 jackpots paid over the past year.

White House plans meeting with crypto and prediction market executives as state lawsuits mount

A reported White House meeting with crypto and prediction market executives is set to come just before a CFTC advisory session on event contracts, as Baltimore joins New York and Kentucky in legal fights with Kalshi and Polymarket.

Kalshi asks appeals court for injunction after CFTC emergency order in New York fight

Kalshi has asked the Second Circuit for an injunction pending appeal, arguing a new CFTC emergency order puts it in conflict with New York’s attempt to halt some of its operations.

Polymarket and Kalshi now show AOC ahead of Gavin Newsom for 2028 Democratic nod

Prediction markets Polymarket and Kalshi are now showing Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as the narrow favorite for the 2028 Democratic nomination, just ahead of California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Horse Racing League targets 2027 debut with team draft and Santa Anita or Gulfstream opener

Horse Racing League says it plans to launch in 2027 with 10 teams, a draft of 80 league-purchased horses and three events at major U.S. tracks, with Santa Anita among the possible early venues.