Rainbet Launches US Sweepstakes Site, But Restricted-State List Skips Tennessee Despite Ban

Rainbet Enters Crowded US Sweepstakes Market With New Dual-Currency Site

Rainbet, an offshore crypto casino brand, has launched a US-facing sweepstakes casino called Rainbet.us, according to FairGambling. The outlet reported the new site went live on October 13, 2026, and operates as a separate, free-to-play sweepstakes product distinct from the main Rainbet.com crypto casino, which continues to exclude US residents under its terms of service.

According to FairGambling, all 16 existing Rainbet game originals have been carried over and are now available on the new sweepstakes platform. The move follows a model already used by other offshore crypto brands entering the US market, most notably Stake.us, and Tribuna reported that Rainbet.us closely mirrors that dual-currency playbook, allowing players to use sweepstakes coins that can be redeemed for prizes in place of traditional real-money wagering.

Restricted-State List Reportedly Omits Tennessee

Casino.org's review of the new platform corroborated that Rainbet.us currently restricts access in 11 US states, and the outlet also detailed the site's welcome bonus structure. However, Tribuna reported that Tennessee is notably absent from that restricted list, despite the state having enacted Senate Bill 2136, a law banning dual-currency sweepstakes casino operations within its borders.

Tribuna flagged the omission as a potential compliance vulnerability, noting that it could expose Rainbet.us to enforcement action from Tennessee regulators if the platform continues to allow access from the state. Prior reporting indicates that Senate Bill 2136 was signed by Governor Bill Lee and reportedly took effect in May 2026, expanding the state attorney general's enforcement authority over dual-currency gaming platforms. Outlets tracking state-by-state legality, including WSN, have listed Tennessee among the states where the dual-currency sweepstakes model is banned by statute as of October 2026.

It remains unclear from available reporting whether the omission reflects an oversight in Rainbet.us's compliance screening or a deliberate decision, and neither FairGambling nor Casino.org addressed the Tennessee discrepancy directly in their coverage of the launch.

A Crowded and Increasingly Scrutinized Market

Rainbet's entry adds another name to an already crowded sweepstakes casino field at a time when the industry faces mounting legal and regulatory pressure across multiple states. Restricted-state lists published by operators can lag behind newly enacted legislation, as the apparent Tennessee gap illustrates, making it important for prospective players to check current state law directly rather than relying solely on an operator's own compliance listings.

What This Means for Players

Is Rainbet.us available in my state?

According to Casino.org, Rainbet.us currently restricts access in 11 US states. However, Tribuna's reporting suggests that this list may not be fully up to date, specifically regarding Tennessee, so players should independently verify their state's current legal status before signing up.

Why does the Tennessee omission matter?

Tennessee reportedly banned dual-currency sweepstakes casino operations under Senate Bill 2136, which prior reporting says was signed by Governor Bill Lee and took effect in May 2026. Tribuna reported that Rainbet.us's restricted list does not include Tennessee, which the outlet described as a compliance gap that could expose the platform to enforcement action.

Is Rainbet.us the same as the Rainbet.com crypto casino?

No. FairGambling reported that Rainbet.us is a separate, free-to-play sweepstakes product from Rainbet.com, which still excludes US residents under its terms of service. FairGambling also confirmed that all 16 existing Rainbet game originals have been made available on the new sweepstakes site.

What should players keep in mind before joining?

As with any sweepstakes or gaming platform, participation should be limited to those 18 and older (21+ in some jurisdictions). Players who feel their gambling activity is becoming a problem can contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER or the 1-800-MY-RESET helpline for support. Given the apparent lag between state law and operator restricted-state lists, players are encouraged to confirm their state's legal status directly rather than relying solely on a platform's listed restrictions.