Last week, the FBI arrested several prominent figures in the National Basketball Association and unsealed two federal indictments related to gambling. One of the investigations
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Following 15+ years in the online gambling industry, which included senior-level positions at Card Player Magazine, Better Collective, The Game Day and most recently Forbes, Brian Pempus founded GamblingHarm.org in 2025.
Brian’s work on gambling policy and regulation has been cited by the Washington Post, Fortune Magazine, ESPN, Wisconsin Law Review, The Journal of Corporation Law, The University of Cincinnati Law Review, The Congressional Research Service, Tennessee Bar Association, UNLV Center for Gaming Research, and The Ohio State Law Journal.
He lives in Cleveland, Ohio, with his family.
Is Sports Betting Legal In Oklahoma?
Is sports betting legal in Oklahoma? No, but that could change in 2026. According to an announcement from Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, state policymakers
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Is Kalshi Legal In NY? No, State Says In Cease-And-Desist Letter
Kalshi is illegal gambling in New York, state regulators say. On Oct. 24, 2025, the New York State Gaming Commission sent Kalshi a cease-and-desist letter.
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Polymarket, Kalshi Love Criminal Case Markets—Why None On NBA Scandal?
So-called “prediction” betting websites Kalshi and Polymarket often offer markets on high-profile criminal cases, including arrests and indictments. But one unfolding scandal is entirely missing
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Betting With A Credit Card? Don’t Do it
Using a credit card for online sports betting is a risky decision that could hurt your finances and credit.
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