Big betting shake-up: 28 US states set tough new gambling rules, micro-bets targeted

Gambling laws are tightening across 28 US states in 2026, with crackdowns on sweepstakes, social casinos, and "micro-betting." California is banning blackjack-style games, while others are introducing new taxes and regulations for online betting. Some states are also focusing on restricting college athlete proposition bets and limiting betting on campuses.