News & learning for US sports bettors.
Long-form explainers on regulation, state launches, betting policy, sportsbook promotions and the industry changes that can affect how and where you bet.
The "Phantom Income" Tax Fight: What the New 90% Gambling Loss Rule Means for US Sports Bettors in 2026
How the 90% federal gambling-loss deduction cap can create taxable phantom income, who is most exposed, and what Congress may do next.
Prediction Markets vs. Sportsbooks: Inside the Kalshi Legal War Reshaping US Sports Betting
Why Kalshi, Polymarket, state gaming regulators, and the CFTC are fighting over who gets to regulate sports-related event contracts.
Missouri Sports Betting: Inside the 39th State's First Year of Legal Wagering
A look at Missouri’s December 2025 launch, its crowded operator field, licensing structure, promotions, and what the rollout says about modern state markets.
2026 State-by-State Sports Betting Roundup: Where Legalization Stands Right Now
Where US sports betting legalization stands in August 2026, from states nearing mobile launches to long-term holdouts and tribal-compact roadblocks.
NFL Season Sportsbook Promos 2026: How No-Sweat Bets, Odds Boosts, and Bonus Bets Actually Work
How 2026 NFL sportsbook offers work - including bonus bets, no-sweat structures, deposit matches, odds boosts, expiration windows, and payout considerations.