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Online sports betting became legal in the United States in 2018, following the Supreme Court’s landmark decision to strike down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). This ruling paved the way for states to regulate and authorize sports betting within their borders, marking a significant shift from the predominantly underground and unregulated activities that had been the norm for years. The industry has since seen rapid expansion, with states like New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia leading the way in launching legal online sportsbooks, offering a variety of betting options to sports enthusiasts across the country.

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Online sports betting became legal in the United States in May 2018 when the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), allowing individual states to regulate and legalize sports betting within their borders. This landmark decision has since spurred a rapid expansion of the industry, with sports fans gaining access to a variety of online betting platforms and options, and the sports landscape itself experiencing a new level of engagement and revenue opportunities. The evolution of online sports betting in the U.S. has been marked by innovation, competition, and a growing recognition of the importance of responsible gambling practices.

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