Prediction Markets, Sports Betting, and Online Casino News
Latest News on Prediction Markets, Sports Betting, and Online Casinos in 2026
The Action Network newsroom tracks the fastest-moving corners of legal online gambling. That can range from regulated prediction markets, to state-by-state sports betting laws, or even when is the next state going to legalize online casino operations?
Prediction Market News
Prediction markets are the newest and least settled online 'gambling' area (they refer to it as trading not gambling FYI). CFTC-regulated exchanges now list event contracts on everything from elections to reality television, and the regulatory picture is still being written in real time.
Our recent prediction market coverage:
- Texas Senate Race Odds 2026
- Michigan Senate Race Odds 2026
- CLARITY Act Stalls in Senate: Impact on Prediction Markets
New to event contracts? Start with our guide to trading on Kalshi or our beginner's guide to Polymarket contracts and pricing.
Sports Betting News
Our sports betting desk covers legislative movement, operator launches and exits, regulatory enforcement, and the business stories that shape where and how users can legally bet online.
Our recent sports betting coverage:
- What Is Action Network BetSync? How Automatic Bet Tracking Works
- DraftKings Football Gameday Offers Free Gas on Sept. 2
Sportsbook Promo Codes
Every book below is live in at least one regulated state. Availability, minimum stake, and bonus bet expiry vary by operator and by state.
Online Casino News
On the online side we track operator launches, new game releases, and the no-deposit and welcome bonuses that turn over month to month. On the land-based side we follow property openings, licensing decisions, and tribal and regional market expansion.
Our recent casino coverage:
- Encore Boston Harbor Strike Continues as 1,300 Workers Seek New Contract
- Top 10 Online Casinos for Real Money in USA (Sept 2026)
- Barry Manilow Announces New 2027 Dates at Westgate Las Vegas
Online Casino Promo Codes
Casino welcome offers typically combine a deposit match with a smaller no-deposit bonus. Wagering requirements differ sharply between operators, so read the terms before you claim.
Responsible Gambling
All betting and casino products referenced on this page are restricted to players aged 21 and over, except in states where the legal minimum is 18. Availability varies by state, and every offer above is subject to the operator's terms and to local regulation.
Prediction market contracts are financial instruments and carry risk of loss. Prices reflect trader sentiment and are not a guarantee of any outcome.
If gambling stops being entertainment, help is available. Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit the National Council on Problem Gambling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are prediction markets legal in the United States?
Exchanges such as Kalshi operate under CFTC regulation and list event contracts as financial products rather than as sports wagers. That status has been contested in court and by several state regulators, so the legal picture continues to shift.
How is a prediction market different from a sportsbook?
A sportsbook sets a price and takes the other side of your bet. A prediction market matches you against other traders, prices contracts between 1 and 99 cents based on implied probability, and lets you sell your position before the event resolves.
Can I claim more than one welcome offer?
Usually yes, because each operator runs its own promotion. You can only claim a given operator's welcome offer once, and each one requires separate registration and identity verification.
Why do the promo codes on this page change?
Operators revise welcome offers regularly, sometimes monthly. The tables above pull current values automatically rather than displaying figures typed in at publication, so what you see reflects the live offer.
Which states allow online casino play?
Legal online casino gaming is live in a smaller group of states than sports betting. Check the operator's site for current availability in your state before registering.
What happens to a bonus bet if I win?
Most operators return the winnings from a bonus bet but not the stake itself. A winning $50 bonus bet at even money typically credits $50 rather than $100.