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West Virginia Named Among States With Online Gambling Frameworks in New US Rules Analysis

A new analysis of US online gambling law includes West Virginia among nine states with legal frameworks, but says player access still varies widely by jurisdiction.

Posted on: October 8, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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Chicago federal ruling limits Illinois regulation of Kalshi sports contracts

A federal judge in Chicago largely sided with Kalshi, limiting Illinois officials’ effort to regulate its sports-related contracts as traditional sports betting.

Posted on: October 7, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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Prediction markets face legal uncertainty as US courts split on event contracts

Prediction markets processed $53 billion in July, but federal courts are still divided on whether the contracts should be treated as financial products or wagers.

Posted on: October 7, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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Kalshi sports-trade fight appears headed to the Supreme Court

Kalshi’s dispute with states over sports-related trades is intensifying, and a Supreme Court review now appears increasingly likely.

Posted on: October 7, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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Massachusetts launches gambling-harm app as WV-linked DraftKings lawsuit draws attention

Massachusetts introduced the free Evive app to expand 24/7 gambling-harm support, while the source article also notes a West Virginia-linked lawsuit against DraftKings.

Posted on: October 7, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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DraftKings VIP treatment scrutinized in report on problem gambling

A ProPublica reporter says DraftKings rewarded his claimed reckless betting with VIP offers, adding to broader scrutiny of sportsbook player protections.

Posted on: October 7, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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Boston Judge Weighs DraftKings Bid to Trim Cantor Patent Suit

A federal judge in Boston said he needs to review three mobile gaming patents before deciding DraftKings’ request to dismiss part of Cantor’s infringement case.

Posted on: October 7, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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Supreme Court’s first docket leaves prediction market cases waiting

The Supreme Court did not add any prediction market cases to its first docket of the new term, though petitions tied to New Jersey and Nevada remain pending.

Posted on: October 6, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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PENN Entertainment sets Nov. 5 date for Q3 results and investor webcast

PENN Entertainment plans to release its third-quarter 2026 results on Nov. 5, followed by a public conference call and webcast.

Posted on: October 6, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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Hollywood Casino online app remains available in West Virginia as PENN expands digital push

Hollywood Casino’s online app is among the products available in West Virginia as PENN Entertainment continues expanding its digital gambling business.

Posted on: October 6, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

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