In a landmark legal move, major fantasy sports operators PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, and Yahoo Fantasy Sports are facing a class action lawsuit in Massachusetts over allegations of illegal gambling. The lawsuit claims that these companies improperly offered pick’em bets and prop-style DFS, pushing the boundaries of fantasy sports regulation. Massachusetts Class Action Filed Against PrizePicks, […]
Problem gambling remains a major concern in Massachusetts, as gaming regulators work to address this growing issue. The long-delayed data collection project, aimed at understanding and minimizing high-risk gambling behavior, is finally back on track. New data could drive impactful policies and responsible gaming strategies that will help curb problem gambling in the state. Stay […]
Massachusetts Struggles to Curb Illegal Sports Betting Despite Legalization Efforts Massachusetts took a bold step in 2023 by legalizing sports betting, hoping to diminish the illegal market. But new research reveals that underground gambling remains stubbornly prevalent. As the state tries to tighten its grip on regulated betting, the persistence of unlicensed operators poses a […]
Massachusetts Casino and Sports Betting Revenue Soars to $157.3 Million in March Unprecedented Growth in the Bay State’s Gaming Sector—March witnessed a remarkable surge in gaming revenues in Massachusetts, as reported by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC). A stellar performance across casinos and sports betting platforms pushed the total revenue to a striking $157.3 million. […]
Massachusetts Unites Against Youth Sports Betting: A Landmark Initiative for Safer Gambling In an unprecedented move, Massachusetts spearheads a pivotal initiative against the backdrop of the burgeoning sports betting landscape, bringing together key figures like Attorney General Andrea Campbell and NCAA President Charlie Baker. This collaborative venture, the Youth Sports Betting Safety Coalition, marks a […]
DraftKings, a prominent name in sports betting, faces a challenging legal battle in Massachusetts. The Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) has filed a class action lawsuit alleging that a sign-up bonus offered by DraftKings was misleading and not sufficiently clear to consumers. Attention sports betting enthusiasts! DraftKings is under legal scrutiny in Massachusetts for what […]
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has voiced her endorsement for the possibility of bringing the state lottery online, aligning with the efforts made by the House to explore this option. With the aim of increasing lottery sales and generating additional revenue for the state, the governor is resolute in exploring the introduction of online lottery products […]