Today, April 28, 2026, the Illinois Gaming Board has officially passed a regulation prohibiting the use of credit cards for all online sports betting deposits, effective June 1st. This move follows similar “Responsible Gaming” mandates in states like Tennessee and Massachusetts. The legislation aims to prevent players from gambling with borrowed money, thereby reducing the risk of catastrophic personal debt. Major sportsbooks like DraftKings and FanDuel are now rapidly upgrading their payment gateways to prioritize instant bank transfers and digital wallets to ensure a seamless transition for their users.
