by Michael Molter | Jun 26, 2024 10:08 am | Legal
Major changes in mobile sports betting are on the horizon as the DC Council opens the market to multiple operators. The new budget slashes tax rates and welcomes competitors like BetMGM and Caesars to expand citywide. An amendment ensures betting kiosks remain in...
by Michael Molter | Jan 3, 2024 12:05 pm | Revenue
With over 30 reports still outstanding, the current US betting total for 2023 is $102.5 billion. Over $90 billion of that was won back by bettors across America. Tax contributions from sportsbooks closed in on $1.8 billion for the year. New York’s tax rate proves the...
by Michael Molter | Oct 25, 2022 10:23 am | Legal
Elissa Silverman filed the Sports Wagering and Fair Competition Amendment Act of 2022. This measure would add Class C sportsbook licenses for mobile operators. This removes Intralot’s online sports betting monopoly and increases the tax rate to 15%. WASHINGTON...
by Michael Molter | Oct 4, 2022 12:58 pm | Revenue
Sportsbooks posting the highest hold percentages are found in states without mobile sports betting. But, states with mobile-only sports betting aren’t seeing better bettors across the US industry. States with professional sports teams could play more of a factor...
by Michael Molter | Sep 8, 2022 11:16 am | Revenue
States like Colorado have explicit instructions on where sports betting taxes go. Other states just link all sports betting taxes to their general fund. This includes funding for education programs, infrastructure, and problem gambling help. LAS VEGAS – Since...
