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FBI warns US consumers about illegal gambling and cites $673.6bn estimate

Enforcement & compliance

The FBI issued guidance warning US consumers about illegal gambling platforms and urging them to use authorised operators. The American Gaming Association estimated in August 2025 that Americans wager $673.6 billion annually in illegal and unregulated markets, including sports betting, online gaming and unregulated machines.

The guidance and estimate concern consumer exposure and the scale of illegal gambling markets across the USA.

Earlier fines and penalties by FBI

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
Not namedNot statedFBI links alleged illegal NBA betting scheme to four New York mafia familiesNot stated
DraftKings, FanDuelNot statedFBI arrests NBA figures in separate illegal betting and poker investigationsNot stated

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