Illinois

Bally’s Construction Delays in Chicago Amid Video Gambling Terminal Concerns
Bally’s Corporation has decided to pause construction on non-gaming elements of its $1.7 billion casino project in Chicago,…
August 12, 2026
Meta Explores Entry into Prediction Markets with New Platform ‘Arena’
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, is examining the possibility of launching a prediction market platform named…
June 29, 2026
Bally’s Faces Regulatory and Construction Challenges Across Key U.S. Markets
Bally’s Corporation is navigating a complex landscape as it grapples with regulatory challenges in Chicago, ongoing construction in…
June 28, 2026
Polymarket Ends Relationship with George Santos Amid Federal Investigation
Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has terminated its association with former U.S. Congressman George Santos following a probe…
June 8, 2026
FanDuel Undergoes Leadership Change Amid Market Challenges
FanDuel, a major player in the U.S. sportsbook industry, announced the departure of its CEO, Amy Howe, during…
May 11, 2026
Bally’s Faces Challenges in Meeting Chicago Casino Construction Deadline
Bally’s Corporation, responsible for building Chicago’s inaugural full-scale casino, is facing potential delays in the project’s completion. The…
April 14, 2026
CFTC Initiates Legal Action Against Three U.S. States Amid Prediction Market Challenges
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed lawsuits against Illinois, Connecticut, and Arizona, asserting its authority over…
April 7, 2026
Indiana Legislature Sends Sweepstakes Casino Ban to Governor Braun
Indiana stands on the verge of becoming the first U.S. state in 2026 to implement a ban on…
March 3, 2026
Indiana Moves Closer to Banning Sweepstakes Casinos with Legislative Approval
Indiana appears poised to become the seventh state to prohibit sweepstakes casinos, following the passage of a bill…
February 25, 2026
US States Grapple with Prediction Market Regulation Amid Legal Challenges
several states are taking steps towards regulating or barring prediction markets, a move that has sparked debate across…
February 17, 2026
Arizona Proposes Significant Tax Increase on Major Sports Betting Operators
In February 2026, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs introduced a proposal to substantially increase the tax rate on large…
February 11, 2026
US Gambling Legislation in 2025 Faces Challenges Amid Tax Increases and Legal Hurdles
In 2025, efforts to expand the gambling industry in the United States encountered significant obstacles as legislators concentrated…
January 8, 2026
