Colorado regulator fines Fanatics Sportsbook $20,000 over self-exclusion marketing breach

By SectorWire desk · 2 September 2026

Summary

Colorado’s Limited Gaming Control Commission confirmed a $20,000 settlement with Fanatics Sportsbook on 27 August. Fanatics admitted breaching state rules after sending promotional messages twice in February to a self-excluded customer. The operator agreed to audit customer contacts and improve VIP staff training.

Why it matters

Fanatics agreed to audit customer contacts and improve VIP staff training after promotional messages breached self-exclusion rules.

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