FanDuel in the mix as US betting boom clashes with new rules and taxes; big operator in online sportsbook/daily fantasy, NYC-based.
Nebraska and Wisconsin are moving toward legalizing online sports betting on tribal platforms, amid ongoing debates over regulation and gambling addiction. Nebraska's prediction markets are already active, while Wisconsin's bill awaits governor approval, highlighting the evolving landscape of U.S. sports wagering.
The World Cup is expanding to 48 teams and 104 matches this summer, with sportsbooks and prediction markets driving a record- breaking wagering surge in the United States. Analysts say mobile betting, broader formats, and mainstream interest are fueling this growth, while U.S. lawmakers weigh regulation of prediction markets.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expanding to 48 teams across three host nations, and betting markets are predicting record wagers. Analysts expect US, Canada and Mexico to benefit as sportsbooks and prediction platforms see a flood of bets across 104 matches over 39 days.
Flutter Entertainment has scrapped its London-listed shares, moving fully to the New York market. The group moved its primary listing to NYSE in 2024 and now argues London trading activity and higher costs justify the delisting, with official delisting on 3 August. The move underscores London’s shrinking role in global listings as more companies shift east.