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First FL Sports Betting Donations Might Be Chump Change

At first glance, the $10 million donations from DraftKings and FanDuel to support open FL sports betting might seem like a lot. Gaming expansion is always fought hard in Florida,though. That means the $20 million to start the so-called Florida Education Champions is probably nowhere near enough. So far, the two biggest US sports betting […] Read More

Posted on: July 14, 2021 | | Matthew Waters

Florida Gaming Compact Hit With First Lawsuit

Two Florida pari-mutuels have filed a lawsuit claiming the state’s new gaming compact violates three federal laws. Read More

Posted on: July 6, 2021 | | Brad Allen

So What Exactly Is IGRA And Why Will It Shape Sports Betting In 2021?

In recent months, one federal statute has been cited repeatedly, perhaps more than any other federal law when discussing the expansion of sports betting across the country. That is the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, or as it is often referred to, IGRA. IGRA is the statute that will determine whether Florida is allowed to offer […] Read More

Posted on: June 29, 2021 | | John Holden

PAC Filing Shows FanDuel, DraftKings Behind FL Sports Betting Push

The PAC behind the new Florida sports betting ballot initiative lists lists three directors, including one from FanDuel and DraftKings. Read More

Posted on: June 25, 2021 | | Brad Allen

Questions About New Effort To Change Florida Sports Betting

A new ballot initiative purportedly backed by DraftKings and FanDuel was filed this week If passed, it would allow for statewide commercial mobile sports betting in Florida. The announcement comes as numerous questions swirl about the viability of the mobile provisions within the state’s new compact with the Seminole Tribe. Both the mayor of Miami […] Read More

Posted on: June 24, 2021 | | John Holden

Mark Miami Beach Mayor A No On Compact To Bring Sports Betting To Florida

There is at least one prominent Florida man opposed to the deal to bring legal sports betting to the state. As potential fans of Florida sports betting hold their breath waiting for the Department of the Interior to review the compact, Miami Beach mayor Dan Gelber is not excited about the potential expansion of gambling in […] Read More

Posted on: June 7, 2021 | | John Holden

A Deeper Look At What Lies Ahead In Florida Sports Betting Journey

Although farther along than many ever thought it would get, Florida sports betting still has a journey to travel. With news that Governor Ron DeSantis signed off on the new compact between the State of Florida and the Seminole Tribe of Florida following a special session of the Florida legislature, that means that the compact’s […] Read More

Posted on: June 2, 2021 | | John Holden

Lean Dregs And TAM: Why The Addressable US Sports Betting Market Is Bleeding

Legislative movements in the 'Big Four' prospective sports betting states have not been kind to operators in recent weeks. Read More

Posted on: May 27, 2021 | | Brad Allen

The Week In Sports Betting News: Will Mobile FL Wagering Hold Up?

Happy Monday, everyone. Last week’s sports betting news centered on two states legalizing mobile sports betting, though just one did so definitely. Those topics and more are tackled on the latest LSR Podcast, which is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow @LSPReport on Twitter for any breaking news as multiple states are coming down […] Read More

Posted on: May 24, 2021 | | Matthew Waters

Legal Challenges Await Florida Sports Betting Compact After Legislative Approval

Normally, a governor’s signature is the final step in legalizing sports betting. That is not the case for Florida sports betting, though. Gov. Ron DeSantis soon will have the bill authorizing a new compact with the Seminole Indians on his desk following House approval Wednesday. That followed Senate approval from Tuesday during a special session […] Read More

Posted on: May 19, 2021 | | Matthew Waters