When Does Sports Betting Go Live in New York?

New York sports betting went live on July 26th, 2019. Here’s everything you need to know about sports betting in New York, including where you can bet, what bets you can make, and more!

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Introduction

New York is one of the most populous states in the US, so it is no surprise that there is a lot of interest in sports betting here. The state has a long history with gambling, dating back to the days when horse racing was the only legal form of gambling. In recent years, however, the state has expanded legal gambling to include casino gaming and online poker. Now, with the Supreme Court striking down a federal ban on sports betting, New York is free to legalize and regulate sports betting as it sees fit.

What is sports betting?

Sports betting is the activity of predicting sports results and placing a wager on the outcome. The frequency of sports bet upon varies by culture, with the vast majority of bets being placed on association football, American football, basketball, baseball, hockey, track cycling, auto racing, mixed martial arts, and boxing at both the amateur and professional levels. Sports betting can also extend to non-athletic events, such as reality show contests and political elections, and non-human contests such as horse racing, greyhound racing or illegal, underground dog fighting.

When will sports betting be legal in New York?

The answer to this question is a little complicated. You see, sports betting was actually legalized in New York back in 2013. However, the law only allowed for bets to be placed on horse racing. It wasn’t until 2018 that the law was expanded to include all forms of sports betting. So, technically, sports betting has been legal in New York for several years now.

The reason it hasn’t gone live yet is because the state has been slow in rolling out the regulations needed to allow sports betting to take place. The first step was to pass a law legalizing sports betting. The next step was for the state Gaming Commission to develop regulations governing how sports betting would work in New York. And finally, those regulations need to be approved by the state Legislature.

As of right now, the Gaming Commission has completed its work and issued its recommendations. Now it’s up to the Legislature to give final approval. If all goes well, sports betting could go live in New York sometime in 2019.

How will sports betting be regulated in New York?

The New York State Gaming Commission will be responsible for regulating sports betting in the state. They will issue licenses to both online and retail sports betting operators. There will be a tax of 8.5% on gross sports betting revenue for both retail and mobile sports betting. The tax rate for online bets placed outside of casinos will be 12%.

What types of bets will be available in New York?

There are three types of betting that will be available in New York:
-Single-game betting: This is when you bet on the outcome of a single game.
-Multi-game betting: This is when you bet on the outcome of multiple games.
-Parlay betting: This is when you bet on the outcome of multiple games and win if all your predictions are correct.

What are the benefits of sports betting?

There are many benefits to sports betting, including the ability to make money, the excitement of competition, and the camaraderie of joining friends in a common activity. However, there are also some risks to sports betting, including the potential to lose money and the possibility of becoming addicted to gambling.

When done responsibly, sports betting can be a fun and exciting way to add another level of interest to your favorite sport. If you are considering placing a bet on a sporting event, it is important to understand both the risks and rewards involved. This article will provide an overview of some of the key considerations for those thinking about getting involved in sports betting.

What are the risks of sports betting?

There are a number of risks associated with sports betting, including:

-The risk of losing money: Sports betting is a risky proposition, and you should only bet with money that you can afford to lose.
-The risk of becoming addicted: Sports betting can be addictive, and you should be careful not to get caught up in the excitement and start gambling with more money than you can afford to lose.
-The risk of fraud: There are a number of unscrupulous operators out there who will try to take advantage of unsuspecting bettors. Be sure to do your research and only bet with reputable operators.

Conclusion

With the passing of the bill in late June, it is now legal to bet on sports in New York. However, it will still be a few months until sports betting goes live in the state. The New York State Gaming Commission needs to first create regulations and issue licenses to operators before anyone can start taking bets.

Based on the timeline for other states that have recently legalized sports betting, it is safe to say that sports betting will go live in New York sometime in 2019. Once everything is up and running, bettors will be able to place wagers at physical sportsbooks and online/mobile sports betting apps.