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Ninth Circuit backs Nevada in Kalshi sports contracts case

The Ninth Circuit ruled for Nevada in its fight with Kalshi, saying sports event contracts function as sports gambling and can fall under state gaming oversight.

Star faces renewed scrutiny over responsible gambling and compliance backlogs

Star Entertainment is under fresh pressure after leaked records and a published report alleged deep staffing cuts, overdue due-diligence reviews, and failures to spot gambling harm.

FanDuel adds Rewards Club and 3% Bet Protect+ option for NFL season

FanDuel is rolling out a new sportsbook loyalty program, extending Bet Protect+ to NFL wagers, and adding more in-app research tools ahead of the football season.

Turning Stone completes $400 million expansion, adding Grand Expo and new hotel capacity

The Oneida Indian Nation says its $400 million Turning Stone Evolution project is complete, expanding Turning Stone Resort Casino with a new convention center, added hotel capacity, more dining, and new parking.

Nassau County trust claims $3 million New York Lottery scratch-off top prize

The Ronald Stuckey Revocable Trust of Freeport claimed a $3 million top prize on the New York Lottery’s $3,000,000 Bonus Stars scratch-off game, with one top prize still unclaimed at publication.

Queens Democrats press Hochul to stop potential 72% tax rate for Resorts World NYC

A dispute over slot taxes and horse-racing payments could affect Resorts World New York City’s planned $4 billion expansion, prompting local lawmakers to seek state intervention.

Bill Simmons says he used another person to place FanDuel bets, raising proxy betting questions

Bill Simmons said on his podcast that his daughter’s boyfriend logged into his FanDuel account and placed bets for him while they were in different states, a scenario that could implicate FanDuel rules and Massachusetts proxy betting regulations.

Batavia Downs warns players about fake AI video promoting non-existent gaming app

Batavia Downs officials are urging the public to report a fake AI-generated social media video that promotes a non-existent gaming app and illegal online wagering in New York.

Brooklyn Hallmark store sold 3 winning $50K Powerball tickets for same drawing

Three third-prize Powerball tickets worth $50,000 each were sold at the same Homecrest, Brooklyn store for the Aug. 12 drawing, state officials said.

New York online sports betting handle rises 17.8% YoY to $372.9M during Hall of Fame Game week

New York’s eight online sportsbooks combined for $372.9 million in handle in the week ending Aug. 9, up 17.8% year over year, while gross revenue reached $36.7 million.