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DraftKings’ 9/11 parlay promotion drew condemnation from New York regulators

DraftKings removed and apologized for a Sept. 11, 2023 parlay promotion after public backlash, and New York regulators publicly condemned the incident.

New York joins push for school-based gambling education

A new responsible gambling debate is putting more focus on prevention before problems start, with New York among the states where lawmakers are pushing to bring gambling education into schools.

FanDuel to integrate sportsbook odds and prediction markets into Real App for 2026 NFL season

Real App says FanDuel will supply live odds and contextual betting markets across its sports experience beginning with the 2026 NFL season, with the features remaining optional for users.

BetMGM rolls out football season sportsbook upgrades, new protections and weekly promos

BetMGM has announced a broad football season product update featuring sportsbook performance improvements, new betting tools, weekly promotions and responsible gambling messaging.

FanDuel CEO says prediction markets are an opportunity, not a threat

FanDuel CEO Christian Genetski said the operator sees sports prediction markets as a way to reach new customers in states without legal sportsbooks, even as a Supreme Court case could reshape the market.

Phileas Fogg pointed to G1 Jockey Club Gold Cup at Belmont Park

Phileas Fogg is on track for the Grade 1 Jockey Club Gold Cup on Sept. 18 at Belmont Park after a strong Saratoga workout, with the race offering a Breeders’ Cup Classic berth.

VGW Hit With $8M Fine in New York as State Tightens Sweepstake Casino Enforcement

VGW, the owner of Chumba Casino, Luckyland, and Global Poker, has been fined $8 million in New York as the state continues its crackdown on sweepstakes casino operators.

College player prop bet bans spread as states target athlete harassment

A new review of state sports betting laws shows 15 states, including New York, ban all college player prop bets, while others are turning to exclusion lists and other enforcement tools aimed at abusive bettors.