California Attorney General Rob Bonta ruled that draft and pick'em-style daily fantasy contests are illegal because they involve betting on sporting events. Despite this ruling, the fantasy industry does not intend to halt operations immediately. Governor Gavin Newsom disagrees with the attorney general's opinion and seeks collaboration with stakeholders. Fantasy companies argue their games are skills-based rather than gambling. Underdog has announced plans to persist with its fantasy contests, asserting that the legal opinion will not alter state law and that California is significant for their annual revenue.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta concluded that state law prohibits draft and pick'em-style daily fantasy contests because they involve betting on sporting events.
A spokesperson for California Gov. Gavin Newsom stated the governor does not agree with Bonta's opinion and seeks collaboration with stakeholders.
Fantasy companies argue their offerings are games of skill, not gambling, and express intent to discuss next steps with the Attorney General's office.
Underdog plans to continue offering fantasy contests and asserts that the recent legal opinion will not change state law.
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