Marcus Holt

Marcus Holt

Legal & Regulatory Advisor

Marcus has spent over 20 years navigating the legal side of online betting - from his early days consulting for offshore operators to helping licensed U.S. sportsbooks launch in regulated markets. He’s worked with compliance teams, reviewed licensing frameworks in 15+ states, and advised on some of the biggest regulatory shifts since PASPA was repealed.

At BettingScanner, Marcus serves as the voice of reason - translating legalese into plain English and helping bettors understand what’s legal, what’s risky, and where the gray areas live. If you’re ever unsure about the rules, Marcus is your man - as he probably helped write them.

Main Expertise:U.S. gambling laws, licensing, compliance
Hometown:Washington, D.C.
Favorite Sport:Golf
Favorite Team:Washington Wizards

Marc's Fun Facts

  • Started his career reviewing legal frameworks for offshore operators back when most were registered in Antigua.
  • Former compliance officer at two major operators
  • Helped draft whitepapers submitted to state regulators in NJ and CO
  • Known for shutting down hype in Slack with “Show me the statute.”
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