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Brett Smiley
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Smiley is a journalist and trained lawyer who in May 2017 co-founded the sports betting industry publication Sports Handle, which he continued to lead after the site’s acquisition by Better Collective in June 2019, until August 2023. He covers the regulated iGaming and U.S. sports betting industries through the lens of a passionate sports bettor and DFS player.
Prior to that venture, Smiley served as a staff writer for FOX Sports and has contributed to publications including SI.com, New York Magazine, and ESPN, among others. Smiley is drawn to good stories and clean writing, and especially enjoys topics involving consumer protection and public policy. He is usually listening to music and does not make plans on Sunday in the fall due to his commitment to watching at least a part of nearly every NFL game.
Smiley currently serves as chief content officer and is a partner at Third Planet, LLC, which owns and operates the websites Casino Reports, Lottery Geeks, and Props.com.
You can reach him via email at brett@thirdplanet.us or bretts.37@signal on Signal
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U.S. Sports Betting Data
Get sports casino statistics and market share data, revenue, parlay intel, and taxes generated in the U.S. online sports betting market.
June 9, 2026
Online Casino Data
US Online Casino Data
Get online casino statistics and market share data, revenue, and taxes generated in the U.S. regulated online casino market.
May 15, 2026
Paylines
Paylines And Blurred Lines: In Sprawling Online Casino Ecosystem, Consumer Demand Is The Constant
"End of the day, as long as people are getting commensurate value for the money they’re putting down for entertainment, they’re OK with it.”
May 6, 2026
Responsible Gaming
Top 10 Responsible Gaming Tips Casino gambling can be an enjoyable form of recreational entertainment for many people. When playing responsibly and sustainably, individuals know their limits and are able to stop when th…
October 4, 2024
Regulation
Predictions, Sweeps Explosions Helped Trigger Nevada’s New Suitability Standard
A changing gaming ecosystem spurred Nevada's regulators to issue new guidance on how applicants and licensees do business.
February 10, 2026
Industry
Light & Wonder’s Howard Glaser: ‘Transitional Year’ Ahead As Prediction Markets Advance With ‘No Barricades’
"There's no limit on the prediction market side," Glaser said, and for now "it's outside the scope of gaming regulation."
January 21, 2026
Analysis
Trend: Arrow Is Up For Second Quarter 2025 Online Sports Betting Hold
Handle is down, but hold is up, and FanDuel continues to lead the way with a 14% hold rate for the second quarter (so far).
July 14, 2025
Tribal Gaming
Tribal Groups Address Report On 'Controversial' California Sports Betting Discussion
"This is a complex matter that involves navigating federal, state, and tribal laws, which requires thorough debate and careful resolution," the groups wrote.
April 3, 2025
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