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Mark Keast

Mark is a long-time, seasoned journalist, as a writer and editor, working for several Toronto daily newspapers, then moving over to the digital arena, covering both sports and business. Over the past few years he moved over to the gaming arena, specifically covering the igaming industry in Canada for several platforms, as well as writing on sports betting.

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Report: Embattled QB Brendan Sorsby Heading to NFL Supplemental Draft
June 15, 2026

Report: Embattled QB Brendan Sorsby Heading to NFL Supplemental Draft

Decision comes amid ongoing legal wrangling over Texas Tech quarterback's college eligibility Sorsby has been treated for a gambling addiction Last week, Sorsby had been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA opening the door...

Written by Mark Keast
Industry Coalition Sues Kentucky Over New 14.25% Prediction Market Tax
June 15, 2026

Industry Coalition Sues Kentucky Over New 14.25% Prediction Market Tax

Kalshi, Crypto.com and Polymarket join forces to challenge Kentucky tax Kentucky General Assembly in April enacted a 14.25% tax on prediction market transaction fees Sports betting has been legal in Kentucky since 2023 A coalition that includes Kalshi, Crypto.com and Polymarket...

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UFC Freedom 250: Justin Gaethje Stuns Ilia Topuria as Heavy Underdog Cashes
June 15, 2026

UFC Freedom 250: Justin Gaethje Stuns Ilia Topuria as Heavy Underdog Cashes

One of the great upsets in recent UFC history as Gaethje stuns Topuria Good night for bettors, with Gaethje +360 at the start of the fight Gaethje most bet fighter at BetMGM going into the event...

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Illinois Casino Revenue Jumps 9.2% in May, Fueled by New Gaming Properties
June 15, 2026

Illinois Casino Revenue Jumps 9.2% in May, Fueled by New Gaming Properties

Illinois Gaming Board reports $192.8 million in revenues from the state's casinos in May Rivers Casino leads the way, with $48.7 million in total revenues Slots generate the bulk of revenues across the state's 17 land-based...

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Texas Tech Officials Defend Decision to Back Sidelined QB
June 12, 2026

Texas Tech Officials Defend Decision to Back Sidelined QB

Texas Tech officials said their priority is to help Brendan Sorsby with treatment for gambling addiction U.S. District Court judge granted temporary injunction against NCAA opening door for Sorsby to re-start college football career NCAA...

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Rozier Pleads Not Guilty to New Charges as Trial Date Set
June 12, 2026

Rozier Pleads Not Guilty to New Charges as Trial Date Set

Former NBA player Terry Rozier pleads not guilty to new charges tied to gambling scandal Trial scheduled for Feb. 8, 2027 Rozier seeks changes to bail conditions in bid to return to the NBA Embattled...

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The Hidden Threat to UFC White House: How a Single Lightning Strike Could Pull the Plug
June 11, 2026

The Hidden Threat to UFC White House: How a Single Lightning Strike Could Pull the Plug

Betting set to heat up ahead of UFC Freedom 250 event on White House lawn this Sunday (June 14) Ilia Topuria big betting favorite against Justin Gaethje in lightweight belt unification bout Alex Pereira takes...

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WagerWire Wins Gibraltar Approval to Launch Prediction Market Operations
June 11, 2026

WagerWire Wins Gibraltar Approval to Launch Prediction Market Operations

Company behind WagerWire gets regulatory green light in Gibraltar to launch prediction market product Wire Markets Ltd. wants to have predictions market platform live by the start of NFL season ADI PredictStreet was first to be licensed...

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Alberta iGaming Operators Miss 2026 World Cup Acquisition Opportunity
June 10, 2026

Alberta iGaming Operators Miss 2026 World Cup Acquisition Opportunity

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off tomorrow, with 48 teams playing 104 matches across three nations through to July 19 Alberta iGaming market is expected to launch on July 13, giving licensed operators just...

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Finland iGaming License Applications Hit 50 Ahead of 2027 Market Launch
June 9, 2026

Finland iGaming License Applications Hit 50 Ahead of 2027 Market Launch

Finland set to follow Sweden and Denmark in opening a regulated iGaming market on July 1, 2027 Private operators will compete with Veikkaus, the government-owned iGaming operator Majority of applicants so far are foreign companies,...

Written by Mark Keast