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China and Sri Lanka have stepped up joint law enforcement efforts to combat cross-border igaming, according to the Chinese Embassy in Colombo. The Embassy said authorities in both countries are working together to target illegal gambling operations and fraud networks that have reportedly moved to Sri Lanka from other parts of Southeast Asia, noting that... Read more »

North Carolina lawmakers are considering raising taxes on sports betting operators as negotiations over the state’s next budget continue. According to WRAL News, the state wants to generate more revenue to help pay for spending priorities Last week, House budget writer Donny Lambeth confirmed that both legislative chambers have agreed to raise the sports betting... Read more »

Casino software provider Endorphina Limited has been granted a gaming-related vendor license by the United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, allowing Endorphina to supply its gaming products and services within the UAE’s market. The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority serves as the federal authority for regulating and overseeing commercial gaming activities across the... Read more »

Hong Kong police have warned that football fans who use overseas betting sites could be in violation of local gambling laws, even if the platforms are legally registered in other countries. The warning comes ahead of the FIFA World Cup, which starts on 11 June. Police said anyone in Hong Kong who places bets with... Read more »

Residents of the United Arab Emirates can place legal wagers on the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament through the country’s only licensed sports betting platform, Play971. The operator became UAE’s first licensed sportsbook and igaming website after receiving approval from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority in November. After a testing phase and soft launch,... Read more »

Winnings for New York State’s online sports books plunged 18% in May, as hold slipped to 9.6%. Books won $204.2 million on handle of $2.1 billion, down 8% from 2025. FanDuel led in handle and win. It realized revenue of $88.7 million off handle of $767.8 million, holding at an 11.6% clip, also a state-leading... Read more »

Trading platform Robinhood has expanded its 2026 World Cup prediction market offering by featuring additional event contracts on the tournament through its derivatives exchange Rothera. Robinhood and Susquehanna International Group acquired a majority stake in Rothera last year. Both companies announced the exchange will handle a large share of the 2026 World Cup tournament contracts,... Read more »

The World Lottery Association has intensified its criticism of prediction markets, calling for regulators to subject the rapidly growing sector to the same rules and safeguards that apply to traditional gambling operators. In a paper on the matter, the World Lottery Association said that platforms that offer users the chance to profit from predicting the... Read more »

New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez has filed a lawsuit against prediction market Kalshi, alleging it offered illegal online sports betting in the state without approval from the New Mexico Gaming Control Board. The lawsuit, filed in state District Court in Santa Fe, also alleged the platform was made available to users aged 18 and... Read more »

BetMGM has set a US$500,000 bonus-bet pool for each goal scored by the US men’s national team during the 2026 World Cup. Eligible customers must place a pre-match wager of at least US$5 on a US match to qualify for a share of the pool. The bonus bets will be split among qualifying customers for... Read more »

Bet365 has launched free-to-play app Bet365 Fantasy Sports in partnership with sports betting and gamification provider LOW6. Bet365 Fantasy Sports is available for those aged 18 and over in the US and Canada, excluding Washington state. The app combines fantasy sports competition and gameplay with collectible athlete cards, allowing users to build teams, earn in-game... Read more »

Delaware North has launched the first phase of its rebranded digital offering with Ember Casino in New Jersey. The operator said the platform represents a broader rebrand of its operations, citing a need to have its gaming business under a unified brand. It said it will begin transferring its existing digital operations from its Betly... Read more »

Software provider Comtrade Gaming has partnered with Canadian Bank Note Company to support its lottery and gaming operations across Central America and the Caribbean. Comtrade Gaming’s platform technology will be utilized across Canadian Bank Note Company’s digital lottery and gaming systems in the region, intended to support operational performance, scalability, and efficiency. Canadian Bank Note... Read more »

US federal authorities are investigating controversial former congressman George Santos after prediction market Kalshi reported suspicious trading activity on his account to the Justice Department. Two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News that Kalshi flagged a series of trades linked to Santos ahead of President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address in... Read more »

Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of Australian operator Sportsbet, has launched a subscription-based rewards club that charges members AU$19 per month to access prize draws, discounts, and rebates on sporting and lifestyle purchases. Sportsdream Rewards operates under ‘trade promotion’ regulations rather than gambling laws, placing it outside of the rules that apply to licensed gambling... Read more »

Philippine gross gaming revenue is expected to fall by 19% in 2026, according to the country’s gaming regulator PAGCOR. Speaking on Tuesday, PAGCOR Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco said revenue could fall to around PHP320 billion to PHP350 billion, compared to last year’s total of PHP396.14 billion. According to Business World, Tengco said the decline is... Read more »

Rhode Island lawmakers are debating a bill that would expand the state’s sports betting market by granting between four and six new sportsbook licenses. Supporters say the proposal, sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Frank Ciccone, will increase competition and improve betting options for Rhode Island residents, according to the Providence Journal. They argue that some... Read more »

Data compliance firm GeoComply has renewed its partnership with Caesars Entertainment, supplying its digital identity platform to the operator under a new multi-year deal. Caesars will extend the deployment of GeoComply’s identity platform, IDComply, across its gaming platforms. The identity platform provides Caesars with real-time player data to support operational decision-making across its platforms, helping... Read more »

A Carson City judge has granted a preliminary injunction barring the prediction market platform Polymarket from operating in the state. This is another victory for the state’s gaming regulator, the Nevada Gaming Control Board, against prediction platforms, following similar injunctions previously obtained against Kalshi and Coinbase. The injunction follows a lawsuit filed by the regulator.... Read more »

Software provider 1X2 Network has launched a selection of its online casino games in West Virginia via deals with online casino operators Rush Street Interactive, Caesars Entertainment, and Fanatics Casino. The launch marks the company’s second regulated US market after its entry into Michigan in 2024. Through its partnerships with Caesars, Fanatics, and Rush Street,... Read more »

Software developer Gaming Corps has expanded its presence in Brazil through a partnership with local operator KTO. Under the agreement, KTO users will be able to access Gaming Corps’ full portfolio of gaming titles. This includes the football-themed Penalty Champion, the instant-win scratch game Instant Blitz, and games in the software developers’ Pigs series, like... Read more »

A House minority lawmaker has called on the Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR to conduct a review of billboard advertising promoting online gambling. Rep. Audrey Kay Zubiri expressed concern at the spread of gambling billboards across Manila during a committee hearing on Tuesday, according to the Manila Standard. She questioned PAGCOR and the Ad Standards Council... Read more »

Software developer Ready Play Gaming has expanded the reach of its slot portfolio in partnership with operator SkillOnNet, launching its games across its brands in Canada and Mexico. Additional market launches are planned for later in 2026. Players at SkillOnNet platforms, including PlayOJO, PlayUZU, Slingo, Mega Casino, and LuckyNiki, will have access to Ready Play... Read more »

BetMGM and hotel loyalty program Marriott Bonvoy have launched a sweepstakes game that gives players the chance to win trips to New York City for a World Cup event in July. The sweepstake runs through June 21 and is open to eligible BetMGM users who link their BetMGM and Marriott Bonvoy accounts and place a... Read more »

Bragg Gaming Group has revealed plans to raise up to US$1.3 million through a non-brokered private placement of up to 751,445 subscription receipts priced at US$1.73 each. The fundraising deal is expected to close on or around 19 June, subject to regulatory and stock exchange approvals. The net proceeds will predominantly be used for general... Read more »

Playson has partnered with Caesars Entertainment in Ontario, expanding the availability of its online casino games at Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino. Under the partnership, a selection of Playson titles will be added to Caesars Entertainment’s online casino offerings through Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform. This includes games... Read more »

Betting data supplier Beter has expanded its presence in North America after receiving regulatory approval from the Illinois Gaming Board. The regulator has added Beter’s Setka Cup table tennis content to the state’s sports wagering catalog, allowing it to supply operators in the state with live data and streaming services associated with its table tennis... Read more »

FanDuel has launched a new Love Island slot title in partnership with ITV Studios and its reality dating TV game show format. Developed by White Hat Gaming, Love Island: Unlocked is the second game launched under the multi-title partnership. It is available to FanDuel Casino users in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Michigan, and... Read more »

Offshore gambling operators continue to target Indian customers through online ads, despite stricter gaming regulations, according to new data. The Advertising Standards Council of India’s latest annual complaints report identified 7,927 offshore betting ads during 2025, including 6,933 between April and December. The category accounted for the highest number of advertising violations during the year.... Read more »

Kambi Group on Monday announced it has agreed a long-term extension to its partnership with Desert Diamond Casino, an enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation. Kambi will continue to power the tribal operator’s online and on-property sportsbook operations. The multi-channel renewal extends Kambi’s provision of its turnkey sportsbook product across Desert Diamond Casino’s online sportsbook and four properties in Arizona, including its Tucson, Sahuarita and... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has updated its regulatory framework to expand its anti-money laundering network to include banks and e-wallet providers. In a memorandum released over the weekend, the state-run gambling regulator said the changes are intended to streamline existing rules and address inconsistencies in oversight of electronic gaming transactions. A key feature of the... Read more »

Police in Thailand have increased efforts to combat igaming ahead of the FIFA World Cup, with a particular focus on football wagering websites and gambling-related social media content. As reported by the Bangkok Post, Police Lieutenant General Trairong Piwpan, Deputy Director of the Technology Crime Suppression Center, said a nationwide operation was ordered by Police... Read more »

Philippine gambling company DigiPlus has appointed Ping Chen as President, replacing Andy Tsui, who has stepped down after serving as President and Director for more than four years. Chen also was elected to the board and assumed both roles immediately. The appointment was confirmed at the board’s organizational meeting, which followed its annual stockholders’ meeting... Read more »

An official associated with the Philippine gambling company Digiplus has confirmed that the group has partnered with the Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR for a responsible gambling initiative, according to the Philippine News Agency. Speaking at a briefing in Taguig City, Erik Su, the head of Digiplus’ sports betting platform ArenaPlus, said it was up to... Read more »

Research from online payments company Paysafe has found growing interest among US sports bettors in using cryptocurrency to fund online wagering accounts. According to the company’s “All the Ways Players Pay: Crypto Edition” report, released on 1 June and reported on first by COMPLETE iGAMING, 83% of respondents said they would consider using cryptocurrency to... Read more »

Sports betting providers in Missouri rang up US$273.4 million in wagers in April and US$33.5 million in revenue. That translated to a hold rate of 12.3%. Players received promotional allowances worth US$10 million, or 31% of win. Such outlays are tax-deductible in Missouri. DraftKings led the state in handle and revenue. It booked US$102.5 million... Read more »

FanDuel is seeking to expand Rhode Island’s online sports betting market from its two-operator limit. FanDuel is backing a bill introduced in February by Rep. Matthew Dawson. House Bill 8186 would expand the market to include four to six operators and lower the sports wagering tax rate from 51% to 12%. According to the Boston... Read more »

Kalshi has sued Minnesota, challenging legislation that bans prediction markets from operating or being advertised in the state. The bill, SF 3432, was signed by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz this month and is scheduled to take effect on August 1. It makes it a criminal offense to operate or promote prediction market services in the... Read more »

Ontario’s government said it is reviewing the increase in sports betting and gambling advertisements after rejecting proposed legislation that aimed to ban igaming commercials. Introduced by Ontario Liberal Member of Provincial Parliament Lee Fairclough in April, the Stop Harmful Gambling Advertising Act was voted down at a second reading in May. Despite the bill’s defeat,... Read more »

Australia’s federal government has faced criticism from gambling reform advocates for what they call its “timid” response to the 2023 Murphy parliamentary inquiry into gambling harm. The inquiry, led by the late Labor Member of Parliament Peta Murphy, recommended a phased ban on gambling advertisements across broadcast, online, and social media platforms, alongside 31 other... Read more »

Ontario’s igaming regulator, iGaming Ontario, has reported that cash wagers in April reached CA$9.3 billion, up 19.5% year-over-year. Non-adjusted gross gaming revenue was up 29.4% year-over-year. Active player accounts hit 1.265 million in April, and average revenue per active account increased to CA$321. Online casinos made up most of the regulated market, reporting CA$8.1 billion... Read more »

The American Gaming Association says estimates show that US states have lost out on more than US$1 billion in tax revenue because of the rise of prediction markets. Speaking on CNBC’s Squawk Box on Thursday, American Gaming Association President and CEO Bill Miller shared the results, adding that the loss of additional tax revenue would... Read more »

India’s Supreme Court has upheld a retroactive 28% goods and services tax levy on igaming firms, approving tax demands totaling nearly INR2.5 trillion. The bench, comprising of Justices JB Pardiwala and R Mahadevan, dismissed claims by real-money gaming firms and industry bodies that challenged the goods and services tax, arguing that it would hurt businesses.... Read more »

Fanatics’ prediction market subsidiary Fanatics Markets and ADI Predictstreet have launched an official FIFA World Cup 2026 hub designed to give US soccer fans a more interactive way to follow the upcoming tournament. The new platform, announced on Wednesday, will combine prediction markets, live statistics, tournament news, and fan-focused content into a single experience available... Read more »

A Google engineer was arrested in the US on Wednesday after prosecutors accused him of using confidential company information to place profitable bets on Polymarket. Federal prosecutors in New York charged Michele Spagnuolo, an Italian citizen living in Switzerland, with insider trading-related offenses linked to millions of dollars in wagers placed on the platform. Authorities... Read more »

A new proposal from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on regulating prediction markets is under review by the White House, according to a filing published this week. The filing, first reported by Bloomberg, showed that the proposal is under review by the Office of Management and Budget, though details of the plan were not disclosed.... Read more »

A new poll, exclusively provided to The Center Square, found that more Americans oppose the legalization of sports wagering than support it. The poll, conducted by public opinion research firm Overton Insights, was conducted between May 16 and 20 and surveyed 1,377 registered voters. The survey found that 47% of respondents opposed legalized sports wagering,... Read more »

Embattled firm Sportradar suffered another blow on 27 May, as J.P. Morgan analysts downgraded it to “neutral.” Their price target remained at US$16 per share. Morgan analysts wrote that “we see more compelling near-term upside elsewhere in our gaming coverage.” They added that Sportradar “is likely reflecting a near worst-case scenario re: its unregulated exposure,... Read more »

President Donald Trump has publicly backed prediction market platforms amid legal and regulatory challenges from several US states. In a post made to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump said it was important that prediction market companies remain under the oversight of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and continue operating without interference from state... Read more »

US Senator Brian Schatz has said he is preparing legislation to tighten oversight of sports betting by targeting micro prop bets and illegal offshore sportsbooks, according to Spectrum News. Schatz said the bill would ban so-called micro prop bets, which are wagers placed on highly specific in-game events such as the outcome of a single... Read more »

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has appealed a federal court ruling that temporarily blocked the state from enforcing its sports betting laws against Kalshi. The dispute centers on whether Kalshi’s sports-event contracts should be treated as federally regulated financial products or as unlicensed sports wagering under Tennessee law. In a filing before the US Court... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has launched a 24-hour national helpline to tackle gambling addiction. The National Problem Gambling Helpline, launched on Tuesday, provides confidential counseling and support services for people dealing with gambling-related issues and affected family members, and connects callers with trained counselors. PAGCOR is working in partnership with Seagulls Flock Organization, a nonprofit... Read more »

International securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld has filed a class-action lawsuit against Sportradar after the group saw its shares drop 22% after allegations that it worked with illegal gaming operators. The lawsuit was filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York and targets Sportradar and certain senior executives,... Read more »

Bally’s has been tentatively selected by the Rhode Island Lottery to launch Rhode Island’s second online sportsbook, ending the state’s single-operator mobile betting market that has existed since 2019. The company received a tentative five-year agreement after a process that included Rush Street Interactive. Contract negotiations are ongoing, Rhode Island Lottery spokesman Paul Grimaldi told... Read more »

Mexican icasino and sports betting operator Winpot has partnered with igaming content provider Reevo to expand its gaming portfolio. Winpot will get a variety of Reevo-developed gaming titles, including Hot Chili Party, Three Wild Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf, Electro Reels Power Portal, Mackereels Catch Them All, and Reel Fortune. Reevo operates as a... Read more »

Indonesia has moved to block access to prediction market platform Polymarket after regulators claimed the site was effectively offering igaming under another name. The country’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs said prediction markets that allow users to bet on future outcomes fall under Indonesia’s gambling laws, even when they operate via cryptocurrency and blockchain... Read more »

Igaming content provider Expanse Studios has expanded its presence in the LatAm market after receiving certification to offer part of its gaming portfolio in Colombia. According to Expanse Studios, three of its gaming titles were certified by testing laboratory Gaming Associates – Gates of Olympia, Candy’s Bonanza, and Leprechaun’s Wish. These games can be provided... Read more »

Light & Wonder will introduce the igaming content of games developer Playson to licensed operators in the Philippines after receiving approval from regulator PAGCOR. Coming some eight months after becoming the first international accredited systems aggregator and game content provider to be licensed by PAGCOR, Light & Wonder told COMPLETE iGAMING that the Playson partnership represented the maiden approval... Read more »

Existing and prospective business-to-business providers to the Philippines’ igaming industry will have until 31 July to comply with accreditation requirements under the new regulatory framework being implemented by regulator PAGCOR. PAGCOR also has provided a two-month window from 31 May in which contracted providers that have submitted their applications for accreditation may continue their operations... Read more »

James Comer, Chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, says the committee will be investigating potential insider trading on prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. In an interview with CNBC’s Squawk Box on Friday, Comer said that the committee was seeking information from both companies about how they monitor suspicious trading activity and... Read more »

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha has sued Kalshi and Polymarket, escalating a legal dispute over whether the companies can offer contracts tied to sports outcomes in the state. The legal action came hours after Kalshi filed its own lawsuit in federal court on 21 May seeking to block Rhode Island from restricting its operations.... Read more »

Sports betting technology group Sportradar has released the results of an AI-based simulation for this summer’s FIFA World Cup, which projects France and Spain as the most likely tournament winners. According to the company, its probability model ran 100,000 simulations for each of the tournament’s 104 matches, and the results showed that France and Spain... Read more »

Casino software developer Play’n Go has received regulatory approval to provide igaming content in Alberta, after being granted a license by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission. The license allows the software provider to distribute its icasino games to licensed operators in the province ahead of Alberta’s regulated gambling market launch on July 13.... Read more »

Three class-action lawsuits have been filed in the Auckland High Court in New Zealand against igaming operators, alleging that the companies operated unlawful offshore casino services to local players. The legal proceedings have named operators Super Group, Bet365, and SkyCity Entertainment Group, along with its overseas partner. The claims relate to alleged player losses between... Read more »

Polymarket is preparing to pursue government approval in Japan and has appointed a local representative as it explores entry into the market. According to Bloomberg, people familiar with the matter said that the company is aiming for authorization from the Japanese government by 2030. They also say that Polymarket’s Japan strategy is being led by... Read more »

DraftKings, the sole online sports betting provider in Oregon, generated revenue of US$10.6 million in April, up 10.7% year-over-year. Handle increased 10.3%, reaching US$86.6 million. DraftKings held at 12.3%. High-margin parlay bets represented US$28.8 million in handle and US$6.8 million in winnings. Parlays held at 23.5% and were 33.2% of money wagered. Single-event bets won... Read more »

The NHL has signed an information-sharing agreement with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission aimed at protecting the integrity of prediction markets linked to professional hockey events. Prediction market platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi allow users to trade contracts tied to outcomes ranging from elections to sporting events. Prediction markets tied to sporting events have... Read more »

A political action committee backed by sports betting companies DraftKings and FanDuel secured a series of victories in Alabama’s Republican primary elections, according to Bloomberg. The American Conservative Fund, a super PAC supported by the operators, spent more than US$9.3 million on Alabama primary races, backing 17 candidates. Twelve of those candidates won outright or... Read more »

India’s central government is moving to formally block prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, according to a senior official at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. A blocking order against Polymarket had been issued, the official said, with the Kalshi order moving through the same process. Both platforms had continued to allow Indian users... Read more »

Digital customer acquisition company Media Troopers has expanded its presence in the LatAm market with plans to enter Peru ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The company says it will offer sports betting and prediction market services in Peru, where the igaming sector has expanded rapidly since regulation was introduced in 2024. Peru’s market... Read more »

Sports betting technology supplier Kambi Group has entered into a multi-year online sports betting deal with online lottery operator Canadian Bank Note Company, expanding its presence in the LatAm and Caribbean markets. Under the partnership, Kambi will supply Canadian Bank Note Company’s online betting brands, Let’s Bet and Apostemos, with its turnkey sportsbook technology. Kambi... Read more »

The Korea Communications Standards Commission is reviewing Polymarket amid concerns the service could constitute illegal gambling under South Korean law. According to a report by local media outlet Bloomingbit, the commission – which undertook the review after receiving a complaint – will explore whether Polymarket can be classified as illegal gambling and whether it can be... Read more »

Polymarket is preparing to add the option to bet on sports parlays after filing for a Combinatorial Outcome Contract with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. According to the filing, Polymarket’s parlays would allow users to combine multiple event predictions into a single position, like a wager. The structure is very similar to parlays commonly used... Read more »

Content provider Stakelogic has expanded its presence in Ontario with a partnership with PowerPlay. Stakelogic’s full slot portfolio will be available to PowerPlay customers in Ontario, via an integration deal facilitated by game development firm Relax Gaming. Among the range of classic and video slot titles that will be available to PowerPlay is the latest... Read more »

Better Collective has reported a 5% year-on-year increase in revenue to €86 million in Q1 2026, alongside news that it has expanded its existing partnership with social networking platform X. The agreement builds on the initial US rollout of the AI-powered betting solution Playbook, which Better Collective said has seen high adoption and processes millions... Read more »

Sports betting and igaming affiliate Gentoo Media has reported a Q1 2026 revenue of €24 million, representing a 5% year-on-year decrease. It attributed the decline to lower sports margins in February and an ongoing focus on higher-margin revenue streams. EBITDA before special items rose to €10.5 million, reflecting a 19% annual rise, with EBITDA margin... Read more »

Korea’s Sports Toto operator, Korea Sports Leisure, is running a two-week interactive campaign aimed at preventing underage gambling, delivered through its integrity platform With Toto. The program ran from 11 to 24 May 2026, timed to coincide with Youth Gambling Problem Prevention Week, which fell from 11 to 17 May. Korea Sports Leisure said the... Read more »

FanDuel is getting into the film business for a worthy cause. In advance of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis, FanDuel is producing a new and original content series that takes fans behind the scenes of the games. Starting 28 May, the short films will follow Special Olympics athletes as they prepare for... Read more »

A Chinese first-instance court has accused former South Korean midfielder Son Jun-ho of match-fixing during his Chinese Super League career. The court found Son and former Shandong Taishan teammate Guo Tianyu “refrained from aggressive play and intentionally slowed the game’s tempo” in two fixtures in late 2021 and early 2022, both of which were tied... Read more »

Software provider EveryMatrix has secured conditional licensing approval from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission. The license allows EveryMatrix to offer its sports betting and casino technology services to operators in the province, as well as supplying games from its in-house studio, Fantasma Games. The company is expanding in North America having already received... Read more »

Sportradar is facing a class action lawsuit from a group of investors who claim they were misled over partnerships with illegal gambling sites. The complaint, filed in a New York federal court on Monday, claims that Sportradar told investors it maintained strict compliance procedures and worked only with regulated betting companies. Shareholders claim those statements... Read more »

World Cup-related betting in the US is projected to generate US$3.3 billion in handle, according to a study by Deutsche Bank analyst Steven Pizzella. Pizzella felt that at least US$2.5 billion would be wagered on the tournament and possibly as much as US$4.1 billion. The World Cup, he wrote on May 18, “could be a... Read more »

Omnichannel platform provider Pronet Gaming has had several team members shortlisted for the 2026 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards. The WIG Diversity Awards, which will take place on 12 June at The Savoy Hotel in London, are widely recognized as a leading celebration within the gaming industry. The awards provide employers with an opportunity to... Read more »

Interim Alberta iGaming Corporation Chief Executive Dan Keene has been appointed to the role permanently. Under his leadership, Alberta iGaming Corporation will launch Alberta’s regulated igaming market on July 13. Keene played a pivotal role in shaping the province’s gaming landscape,  through his work standing up Alberta iGaming Corporation and in previous roles at the... Read more »

US Sens. Katie Britt and Richard Blumenthal have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at restricting online gambling ads targeting minors. The Gaming Advertisement to Minors Enforcement Act would prohibit social media sites from directing sports betting and prediction market ads to users under 18. The bill would be enforced by the Federal Trade Commission and... Read more »

The Kentucky Lottery has added online lottery supplier Instant Win Gaming’s progressive jackpot program, Must Go Jackpots. Instant Win Gaming said the Kentucky Lottery is the first North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries and World Lottery Association Member to host its progressive jackpot. Must Go Jackpots are similar to other progressive jackpot games,... Read more »

Kalshi has become the first prediction market to join the National Council on Problem Gambling amid growing scrutiny from state regulators over its event contracts. The company announced on Monday that it will provide US$2 million over the next two years to support a new initiative focused on “trader health and safety.” The funding will... Read more »

Sports betting platform Betano will sponsor the upcoming 2026 World Cup in LatAm and European markets, following an extension of its existing deal with FIFA. Betano, which is operated by Kaizen Gaming, became the World Cup’s first betting sponsor during the 2022 tournament in Qatar, when FIFA approved a Europe-only arrangement with the company. According... Read more »

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed Senate File 2289, giving the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission more power against unregulated gaming. SF 2289, which was signed by Gov. Reynolds on May 15, introduces stronger enforcement action, granting the regulator proper authority to carry out cease-and-desists and injunctive relief against illegal gambling operators. That includes sweepstakes... Read more »

iGaming-centric operators like Rush Street Interactive posted strong first-quarter results, while online sports betting platforms like DraftKings and Flutter Entertainment beat projections but had to curb long-term revenue guidance. Those were among the findings of Macquarie Equity Research analyst Chad Beynon, in a May 18 investor note. Generally speaking, online operators reported 9% improvements in... Read more »

Prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket have continued to allow users in India to register and trade on their platforms despite warnings from India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology that such activity is banned. According to Bloomberg, in a letter published on the ministry’s website, the agency said users were accessing “illegal and blocked... Read more »

iCasino games developer Incentive Games has been awarded an interim gaming license by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Incentive Games can offer its real-money game portfolio to operators licensed in the state. According to Incentive Games, its entry into Pennsylvania builds on its entry into other gaming markets, including Michigan in 2025, and strengthens its... Read more »

The NFL has submitted recommendations to the Commodities Futures Trading Commission on the regulation of sports-related prediction markets. According to CNBC, the letter was sent to the Commission Chairman Michael Selig by the NFL’s Senior Vice President for Government Affairs and Public Policy Brendon Plack. “These suggestions are aimed at (i) protecting the integrity of... Read more »

Sports betting operator Sporttrade will leave the US market, according to a notice on 15 May. In that notice, Sporttrade revealed that wagering on its platforms will cease on 25 May. Users in New Jersey need to withdraw all money on that same day, while users in Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, and Virginia can withdraw their... Read more »

iSlots developer Gaming Corps has entered the Brazilian market after extending its partnership with sportsbook operator Bet365. Brazilian players will be able to access Gaming Corps’ entire gaming portfolio on Bet365, including instant-win games such as Penalty Champion and slots like 3 Pigs of Olympus and 3 Pigs of the Caribbean. “Extending our partnership with... Read more »

A significant year-over-year decline in domestic igaming revenue saw industry-wide gross gaming revenue decline 15.9% year-on-year to Php87.6 billion (US$1.42 billion) in the three months to 31 March, according to data from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). The gaming regulator said the first-quarter decline was largely driven by the weaker performance of the... Read more »

Korea Sports Leisure has offered rewards of up to KRW200 million for people who report sports gambling activities as part of efforts to strengthen enforcement against unauthorized betting operations. The company, which operates the country’s sports promotion lottery site, Sport Toto, said the rewards were available through its Illegal Sports Toto Reporting Center. Reporting targets... Read more »

Bragg Gaming has generated €25.7 million in the first quarter of 2026, up slightly from the previous year’s figure and growing 0.6% overall.   The company posted an operating loss of €1.4 million for the quarter, improving from a €1.7 million loss a year earlier. Net loss also fell, down 55% to €1.2 million, compared... Read more »

Ontario’s online gambling regulator, iGaming Ontario, has introduced BetGuard, a responsible gambling tool that enables individuals to opt out of all regulated Ontario online casinos and sports betting sites. According to iGaming Ontario, those who choose to use BetGuard will be prohibited from accessing existing accounts or creating new accounts with regulated operators. Participants can... Read more »

Georgia’s battle over legalizing sports betting has become a major issue in the 2026 election cycle, with gambling companies funneling millions of dollars into campaigns supporting candidates who favor regulation of the industry. Following the collapse of a sports betting bill in the Georgia House earlier this year, major betting operators are now backing lawmakers... Read more »

Philippine online gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive has detailed its relaunch of its Brazil operations and discussed its planned expansion into South Africa. Speaking at the Philippine Stock Exchange’s STAR Investors Day on Thursday, DigiPlus President Andy Tsui said it was in the final stages of preparation for the Brazilian relaunch, which he now expected to... Read more »

South Australian health leaders and gambling reform advocates have condemned the Australian government’s long-awaited response to a landmark inquiry into online gambling harm, arguing the measures do not go far enough. The response, which comes more than 1,000 days after the parliamentary inquiry led by late Labor MP Peta Murphy, introduces limits on gambling advertising... Read more »

More than 200 alleged cases of underage sports betting were reported in Connecticut over a 12-month period, according to state records. The records show multiple cases of children using their parents’ DraftKings and FanDuel accounts, uncovered through a Freedom of Information Act request by the CT Insider. The reports, spanning from February 2025 through February... Read more »

Prediction market Polymarket has recorded its first monthly decline in trading volume since August, with technical issues and growing competition with rival Kalshi blamed for the fall. Trading volume across Polymarket’s offshore exchange and US app fell by around 9% to US$10.3 billion in April, according to figures published by Dune Analytics. Over the same... Read more »

Colorado lawmakers have approved a sweeping sports betting reform bill that would ban credit card use for online wagering and introduce new restrictions to curb excessive gambling. Senate Bill 26-131 will now head to Gov. Jared Polis for his consideration after initially passing the Senate in April after a 20-14 vote. The measure is part... Read more »

GiG Software has revealed that long-term partner operator LuckyDays is preparing to enter Alberta’s regulated gaming market, which is expected to go live on July 13. GiG’s entry into Alberta through LuckyDays represents growth in the North American-regulated market. “Alberta represents a compelling growth opportunity for GiG as Canada’s regulated igaming market continues to expand.... Read more »

Online lottery studio Playforge has entered the North American-regulated market after securing a distribution agreement with lottery content provider EQL Games. The partnership will see Playforge’s portfolio integrated through EQL’s platform, giving North American lotteries access to a range of digital instant-win titles and new game formats, including its Rotocade and Dial genres. The studio... Read more »

Three Pueblo nations and one Native American tribe in New Mexico have filed a lawsuit against prediction market Kalshi, accusing the company of illegally offering sports betting on tribal lands. The complaint was brought by the Mescalero Apache Tribe along with the Pueblos of Isleta, Pojoaque, and Sandia. Tribal leaders argue that Kalshi’s sports event... Read more »

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael Selig has said the regulator is in talks with every major US professional sports league to strengthen oversight of sports-related prediction markets and crack down on potential insider trading. “We’ve entered into a memorandum of understanding with Major League Baseball, and we’re in talks with all the professional sports... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has remitted PHP5.7 billion in dividends to the National Treasury, representing 50% of its 2025 earnings. The dividend payment was formally turned over on May 13 at a ceremony at PAGCOR’s corporate office in Pasay City, where the regulator’s Chairman and Chief Executive, Alejandro H. Tengco, presented the check to Deputy... Read more »

The International Betting Integrity Association has been approved as an integrity monitor for Alberta’s upcoming regulated online gambling market. It will provide its integrity monitoring tools from day one, including the use of its Global Monitoring and Alert Platform to help identify and assess suspicious betting activity. The International Betting Integrity Association uses betting company... Read more »

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has vetoed a bill that would have effectively outlawed online sweepstakes casinos by classifying them as a Class C2 felony offense. Senate Bill 1589, authored by Sen. Todd Gollihare and Rep. Scott Fetgatter in the House, was introduced to the Senate in February. It was advanced to the House after a... Read more »

Hard Rock Digital has expanded its multi-year partnership with data compliance firm GeoComply. The deal increases KYC and fraud detection coverage on Hard Rock’s platforms, which both companies said will help to combat increasing instances of artificial intelligence-driven fraud. GeoComply’s identity platform includes an IDComply tool, which integrates KYC data with features such as device... Read more »

DraftKings is, according to Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon, “one of the most compelling structural growth stories in gaming.” He published his views in a May 8 investor note. In making his case, Beynon cited DraftKings’ leadership in both online sports betting and igaming. He also pointed to the breadth of its product offerings, now including... Read more »

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has argued that the state has the authority to regulate sports betting activity offered through prediction market platforms. Coleman joins a bipartisan effort by other attorneys general in arguing that sports-event contracts offered by prediction markets should be regulated by the states. Coleman’s comments come shortly after the Kentucky Derby... Read more »

Games developer Pragmatic Play has signed a deal with platform provider Black Label, expanding the distribution of its gaming content in Latin America. Pragmatic Play’s portfolio of slots, live casino games, and virtual sports will be integrated into the Black Label platform, offering its partner operators access to Pragmatic Play titles throughout the region. Some... Read more »

Australia’s government has been accused of “burying” its long-awaited response to the Peta Murphy gambling inquiry by releasing it on the same day as the federal budget, drawing criticism from crossbench MPs and gambling reform advocates. The response comes almost 1,000 days after the inquiry first recommended widespread reforms to reduce gambling harm. The inquiry,... Read more »

Alberta’s privacy commissioner, Diane McLeod, has raised concerns about a new law that enables a Crown corporation to sell gambling customer information to a private company. Bill 31, the Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2026, was passed by the provincial legislature last week. The law would allow the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission,... Read more »

Compliance consultancy IC360 has expanded its partnership with the Professional Golfers Association of America to include prediction markets ahead of the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. The PGA said the move reinforced its compliance position as digital trading platforms reshaped the betting landscape. Under the expanded terms, the PGA... Read more »

Maryland sports betting revenues were up 5.6% year-over-year in April. Online books won US$62.1 million off of handle of US$566.1 million.  The handle figure represented a jump of 12.9%. The books held at 11%. The highest hold – 12.9% – and highest gross belonged to FanDuel. It won US$29 million on handle of US$224.2 million.... Read more »

India’s Enforcement Directorate has arrested three founders of igaming site Gameskraft as part of an investigation into fraud-linked money laundering, The Economic Times reports. According to officials, the three men – Deepak Singh, Prithvi Raj Singh, and Vikas Taneja – were taken into custody under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. Deepak Singh... Read more »

Brazil has introduced a new license requirement for gambling apps made available on Apple’s App Store, as the country continues to tighten the rules of its regulated betting sector. Under Brazil’s regulatory framework, any app that offers betting features in Brazil must hold a valid license from the gaming regulator, the Secretariat of Prizes and... Read more »

Indonesian authorities have arrested 321 foreign nationals in one of the country’s biggest operations against illegal igaming networks, as officials intensify efforts to tackle betting syndicates operating in Southeast Asia, The Associated Press reports. The suspects were detained during a raid on a commercial building in West Jakarta near the city’s Chinatown district on Saturday,... Read more »

Wisconsin’s growing legal battle over sports betting and prediction markets could ultimately be decided by the US Supreme Court, according to legal experts and company representatives involved in the dispute. The battle escalated after Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul sued platforms including Coinbase, Kalshi, and Polymarket, accusing them of offering illegal sports betting in the... Read more »

DraftKings is going all in on prediction markets. During Friday morning’s earning call, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins said he expects to invest between US$200 million and US$300 million this year on predictions markets. “A lot of that will be marketing, but some of that will be product technology investment as well,” Robins said. “What that... Read more »

DraftKings on Thursday announced revenue for the first quarter of 2026 reached US$1.64 billion, an increase of US$237 million, or 17%, year-over-year, driven primarily by efficient customer acquisition over the past year and continued healthy customer engagement, as well as higher sportsbook net revenue margin. “We are off to a fantastic start to the year... Read more »

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has fined Relax Gaming and Arrise Solutions CA$40,000 each after finding their games on unregulated gambling websites that were accessible to players in the province. The regulator noted that both suppliers were licensed in Ontario but said the investigation found them in breach of their licenses. Licensed suppliers... Read more »

US gaming executives remain optimistic about the future of the industry, despite growing concerns about the rapid expansion of prediction markets, according to a survey by the American Gaming Association. Key findings included that more than 60% of senior-level industry executives expect revenue growth, stronger financial performance, and increased investment activity over the next year.... Read more »

Igaming automation provider Flows has been authorized by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to supply operators in the state, expanding its US market coverage. Pennsylvania is the third US state in which Flows is licensed to operate, following approvals in New Jersey and Michigan. Flows is a tech layer that enables operators to connect systems,... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has reported a US$1 billion Series F round led by investment firm Coatue, taking it to a US$22 billion valuation. Investment firms Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, IVP, Paradigm, Morgan Stanley, and ARK Invest also participated. Along with announcing the results of the funding round, Kalshi reported that trading volume on its platform... Read more »

Brevity was the order of the day at Codere Online’s May 7 earnings call. First-quarter results were reviewed and disposed of in 31 minutes. “We are very pleased with how we started 2026,” reported Chief Executive Aviv Sher. Codere Online reported 183,000 monthly active users, a 14% increase. However, average spend per customer was down... Read more »

Revenue for Codere Online spiked in the first quarter of 2026, up 13% to €60.3 million. Net gaming revenue was also up, to €64.4 million. The company reported quarterly results on May 7. In Spain, Codere Online was up 16%, reaching €25.5 million, while Mexican net gaming revenues jumped 13% to €34.6 million. All other... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is ramping up its fight against state regulators over the regulation of prediction markets, with its next target looking to be Minnesota. Commodity Futures Trading Commission chair Michael Selig is said to be monitoring Minnesota following the advancement of legislation that would seek to regulate and ban some prediction markets,... Read more »

Australian bookie Tabcorp has seen its share price plummet after notifying the Australian Stock Exchange that it is being investigated over its ability to prevent money laundering on its platforms. The announcement saw over AU$500 million promptly wiped off the company’s May 6 market capitalization of AU$2.6 billion. Tabcorp said it had received a letter... Read more »

Toronto-based online operator Rivalry has been handed a failure-to-file cease trade order from the Ontario Securities Commission after failing to file its earnings for the 2025 financial year. The incident is not isolated. Last year, the Securities Commission granted Rivalry a management cease trade order after the company applied for one following late filing of... Read more »

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s administration has put forward a draft rule this week that would prevent residents from using credit cards to place sports bets. The Ohio Casino Control Commission posted the draft on Monday and opened public comment through May 15. The regulator must then hold a public hearing and send the proposal to... Read more »

Leadership of Flutter Entertainment offered few specifics regarding the company’s first-quarter performance during their May 6 earnings call. They mostly hewed to broad themes and didn’t discuss the day’s biggest news event, the sacking of FanDuel Chief Executive Amy Howe.  “We’ve been pretty clear what issues we’re facing,” explained Flutter Chief Executive Peter Jackson. “We’re... Read more »

Hours after announcing the May 6 firing of FanDuel Chief Executive Amy Howe, parent company Flutter Entertainment released its first-quarter earnings. They were mostly declines compared to the first quarter of 2025, and full-year 2026 guidance was curbed.  One bright spot was revenue, up 17% to US$4.3 billion. United States revenue reached over US$1.7 billion,... Read more »

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has formally raised concerns with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission about the growing use of prediction market platforms. In comments submitted ahead of potential federal rulemaking, the regulator argued that certain event-based contracts offered on prediction platforms closely resemble traditional wagering and may breach Pennsylvania law by offering unregulated forms... Read more »

Philippine operator DigiPlus has reported a sharp decline in first-quarter earnings due to regulatory changes and outside economic pressures. The company posted net income of PHP2.8 billion for the three months ending March 2026. That’s a 33% decrease compared to the same period last year. Revenue also saw a steep year-on-year decline, down 25% to... Read more »

Operator Entain has come under fire after an investigation into breaches of Australia’s national gambling self-exclusion system, BetStop, uncovered widespread compliance failures. The Australian Communications and Media Authority found that Entain, which runs bookies Ladbrokes and Neds in Australia, committed over 500 violations of self-exclusion rules. Some of these included allowing people registered with BetStop... Read more »

Oklahoma lawmakers have advanced a bill that would outlaw online sweepstakes casinos, with the measure now awaiting Gov. Kevin Stitt’s signature. Senate Bill 1589, authored by Sen. Todd Gollihare, was introduced to the Oklahoma Senate in February and was swiftly referred to the Business and Insurance Committee. The bill later passed the committee on March... Read more »

White Hat Studios has partnered with Fanatics Casino to launch a new promotional feature called Super Mode. The new tool is a customizable in-game mechanic that delivers random rewards to players, such as free spins and cash prizes. It’s designed to boost activity and extend session times. According to White Hat, Super Mode can be... Read more »

The Korean baseball club, the Lotte Giants, reinstated three players to the first-team roster on May 5 after gambling-related suspensions, returning them to action against the rival team KT Wiz. Infielders Na Seung-yeop, Go Seung-min, and Kim Se-min completed 30-game bans handed down by the Korea Baseball Organization before returning to the first team roster.... Read more »

Louisiana lawmakers have advanced a bill that would make online sweepstakes casinos, as well as other illegal gambling operations, a racketeering offense. House Bill 53, which was introduced to the House in January by Rep. Bryan Fontenot, first passed the House on March 30 with a vote of 87-11 following a third reading. It was... Read more »

Casino games studio Evoplay has expanded its presence in Latin America by partnering with Bet365 in Brazil. Evoplay’s portfolio of 250 games, including Hot Triple Sevens and Temple of Thunder II Bonus Bay, will be available to Brazilian players on the Bet365 platform. “Partnering with Bet365 represents an important milestone for Evoplay as we continue... Read more »

Online casino developer Playson has expanded its presence in Ontario by partnering with operator Mohegan Digital. Under the agreement, Playson’s portfolio of games, including titles such as Coin Strike: Hold and Win, Diamonds Power XXL: Hold and Win, and 4 Pots Riches: Hold and Win, will be available on Mohegan’s Ontario platform, PlayFallsview.com. Playson said... Read more »

Online slots developer Gaming Corps has partnered with Caesars Entertainment, expanding its presence in North America. Under the partnership, Gaming Corps will supply its gaming portfolio to Caesars’ platforms in the region, including Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino. Caesars players will be able to enjoy titles such as... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states in which online gambling is legal in the US. National Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Delaware set new monthly records in March 2026, generating total igaming revenue of US$970.6 million compared to US$834.1... Read more »

Sports betting in Missouri produced US$36 million in revenue in March off of US$329 million in handle. That translated into a 10.9% hold, “modestly above other states that have reported March figures,” according to J.P. Morgan analyst Daniel Politzer, who reported the outcome on 30 April. Of the US$36 million in win, US$12 million went... Read more »

iGaming Ontario’s latest market performance report reveals the province clocked a record CA$9.6 billion in handle in March, up 20.6% year-over-year and 10% month-over-month. Non-adjusted gross gaming revenue was up 13% month-over-month to CA$387 million in March, despite the number of active player accounts falling by 5% to 1.2 million over the same period. The... Read more »

PrizePicks and the Arrow McLaren IndyCar team have inked a partnership making PrizePicks an official partner of the Indianapolis race team. The brands unveiled the No. 31 PrizePicks Arrow McLaren Chevrolet’s purple livery during McLaren Racing Live last week. The announcement included revealing PrizePicks as the primary partner for driver Ryan Hunter-Reay’s entry in the... Read more »

The former owner of Philippines online platform provider PhilWeb Corp has continued reducing his minority stake in the company after selling off an additional 82,260,565 preferred shares for a total consideration of Php731.3 million. PhilWeb announced the sale of shares by Gregorio Araneta III – the brother-in-law of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. – via... Read more »

Philippines gaming regulator PAGCOR has released its Accreditation Framework for Data Streaming Providers (DSP) – a framework that establishes the regulated pathway for Philippine live-dealer studios to stream gameplay feeds to gaming operators licensed in foreign jurisdictions. This represents the latest significant move by PAGCOR to tighten regulations and increase oversight of the country’s rapidly... Read more »

Prediction markets remain controversial and nowhere was this more evident than during first-quarter earnings calls. Gaming executives’ comments spanned the spectrum from opposition to fevered endorsement, with a measure of indifference in between. BetMGM Chief Executive Adam Greenblatt got the ball rolling on 14 April , when he took to the airwaves to slam event... Read more »

The Philippine National Police has relieved 11 high-ranking police officers after a review of their performance in tackling illegal gambling. The officers, from Police Regional Office 1, were the subject of a Special Order issued on April 27, and included the regional intelligence chief, the head of the Pangasinan Police Provincial Office’s Intelligence division, and... Read more »

A group of Democratic lawmakers, led by Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley, sent a letter to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on Thursday urging it to exercise its authority and impose greater oversight of prediction markets. The letter called on the federal agency to address “the rapid erosion of integrity” within prediction market platforms like Kalshi... Read more »

Sports Entertainment Gaming Global Corporation (SEGG Media) has signed an agreement making Polymarket its exclusive technology partner on its prediction market platform, Sports.com Predict. Signed ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the partnership will enable Sports.com Predict users to purchase and trade sports event contracts in real time on Polymarket’s platform. Polymarket received approval... Read more »

Polymarket has partnered with blockchain data platform Chainalysis to deploy monitoring tools aimed at detecting insider trading and implementing its market integrity rules. The agreement covers several Chainalysis products, including investigative tools, on-chain security services, and professional support. Chainalysis will also train Polymarket staff and assist with investigations. Chainalysis Co-Founder and Chief Executive Jonathan Levin... Read more »

FanDuel has become the official betting operator of Formula 1 in the US and Canada. It is the first time that the sport has signed up a betting operator for the region. Under the agreement, FanDuel’s platform and data will be added to Formula 1’s digital platforms, including its website and mobile app. FanDuel content... Read more »

Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft placed a “Buy” rating on FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment in a 29 April investor note. Wheatcroft gave Flutter a price target of US$210 per share. That was a 93% premium to the stock’s current price. Flutter shares were trading at US$109.09 apiece at the time of Wheatcroft’s dispatch. He... Read more »

Online gaming provider BGaming has partnered with global operator Entain, expanding BGaming’s presence across several European and Latin American markets. BGaming’s portfolio of games will be made available on Entain platforms in Brazil, Spain, Italy, Greece, and Portugal, with other countries expected to follow. Entain operates over 25 betting brands worldwide, including bwin, Party Casino,... Read more »

The MLB’s licensing and marketing subsidiary, MLB Players, has partnered with Hard Rock Bet as an official licensed sportsbook partner. Under the agreement, Hard Rock Bet will be able to use active MLB player names, images, likenesses, and other intellectual property for both its in-app use and marketing campaigns. The operator plans to introduce player-focused... Read more »

The Colorado Senate has passed a bill aimed at increasing consumer protection in the state’s sports betting market. Senate Bill 26-131 passed by a 20-14 vote and would bring in restrictions on licensed online sports betting operators, in order to improve oversight of the sector and tackle harmful betting practices. Under the bill, operators would... Read more »

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission has filed a lawsuit against Wisconsin, seeking to block the state from shutting down prediction markets operated by federally regulated platforms. The action followed civil suits filed by Wisconsin less than one week earlier against prediction market platforms Kalshi, Polymarket, Crypto.com, Robinhood, and Coinbase. In those lawsuits, the state... Read more »

PointsBet Canada has launched a casino aggregation and bonusing platform with gaming technology company Bede Gaming, after a competitive selection process. In a statement, PointsBet Canada, which is based in Ontario, said the platform provides access to a wide range of games from multiple studios. The platform includes tools for content delivery, the management of... Read more »

On the strength of record-level numbers for their company, Rush Street Interactive executives were in an upbeat mood during their first-quarter earnings call on 28 April. “Our continued momentum demonstrates the success of our casino-first strategy,” said CEO Richard Schwartz. He called that focus “the fundamental differentiator of our business model.” “We’re filling the top... Read more »

Caesars Entertainment has launched its proprietary online slot game, Ca$hline, in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, following its initial release in New Jersey back in February. Developed by Caesars’ in-house software development studio, Empire Creative, Ca$hline is the company’s first proprietary online slot game. Ca$hline will now be available across Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online... Read more »

FanDuel has agreed to a multi-year partnership with the Toronto Tempo, a Canadian WNBA team. The deal made FanDuel the Tempo’s first sportsbook and casino partner. The team was set to debut in the 2026 season as the league’s 14th franchise and the first based outside the US. Under the agreement, fans would gain access... Read more »

Kambi Group has today announced a successful bid to become the national sportsbook for Atlantic Lottery Corporation and British Columbia Lottery Corporation, alongside a 4.9% year-on-year rise in first-quarter revenue to €43.5 million from €41.5 million the previous year. Following a joint request for proposal led by Atlantic Lottery Corporation, Kambi will provide online gambling... Read more »

Revenue, profitability and cash flow for Rush Street Interactive jumped by double and even triple digits in the first quarter of 2026. The results were announced late on 28 April and prompted RSI to increase its full-year earnings guidance. Revenue leapt 41% to US$370.4 million from US$262.4 million in the first quarter of 2025. Profits... Read more »

Adversity for Sportradar continued in its first-quarter earnings call, which saw lengthy audio dropouts during its 65-minute duration. The company reported financial results early on 28 April. Two hours before the call, the New York firm of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman announced it was investigating Sportradar, which has been accused by short sellers of “providing... Read more »

Sportradar came up short of Wall Street’s expectations in the first quarter of 2026, reporting €346 million in revenue when The Street had expected €362 million. Cash flow was also a miss. Wall Street’s consensus expectation was for €70 million. Sportradar delivered €66 million. Sportradar posted a loss of €6 million. It ended the quarter... Read more »

Lawmakers in Iowa have moved ahead with a bill that would introduce regulations and taxes on prediction market platforms that operate in the state. Senate File 2470, which has now passed out of a House subcommittee, would require companies that offer event-based trading markets to obtain a state permit, at an initial cost of US$20... Read more »

DraftKings is expanding its horse racing offering by adding a feature that will enable wagering directly in its main sportsbook app. The sportsbook will launch the feature in nine states ahead of the 2026 Kentucky Derby. After launching in Delaware, New Mexico, and Rhode Island, the feature will now be available in Florida, Louisiana, Montana,... Read more »

Casino game provider Incentive Games has expanded its partnership with operator Novibet with the launch of three gaming titles in Brazil. The rollout added Mega Flight, Kicker, and Velocity to Novibet’s platform, all of which were created by the real-money gaming division of Incentive Games, Incentive Studios. Incentive Games provides content to operators in several... Read more »

Alberta’s planned launch of legalized and regulated online gambling has raised concerns among First Nations leaders who rely on revenue from their land-based casinos. The province’s legalized online gambling market is set to come into force on July 13, which will open the door to private operators under a framework that will bring offshore gambling... Read more »

Ohio legislators have introduced a bill that would require prediction market platforms offering sports event contracts to obtain a state license and pay taxes in line with existing regulated sports betting operators. The legislation would apply to any platform offering contracts tied to sporting outcomes in the Buckeye State to secure approval from the Ohio... Read more »

A campaign to put online sports betting on Nebraska’s 2026 ballot has received fresh backing from research projecting US$87 million in state tax revenue over five years. The figures, produced by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, were commissioned by petition group Tax Relief Nebraska, according to the Nebraska Examiner. Roughly US$61 million of the projected revenue... Read more »

Police in Colva in the Indian state of Goa have broken up an alleged igaming operation after a raid that led to the arrest of four men. According to officials, the operation began after authorities received a tip-off about illegal betting activities taking place inside a flat in the Vaswaddo area of Benaulim. Officers then... Read more »

At least three companies have submitted applications to the US Securities and Exchange Commission seeking approval to launch Exchange-Traded Funds tied to political event contracts, according to CNBC. Cryptocurrency asset manager Bitwise, investment advisor Roundhill, and financial services firm GraniteShares are seeking to list ETFs, funds comprised of several investment assets and traded on the... Read more »

A bill that would ban most wagers on prediction platform markets is set to advance to a Minnesota Senate floor vote after controversy involving a state senator who placed a bet on his own primary race for Congress. The bill, which has cleared a key Senate committee, would classify trades on areas such as the... Read more »

Brazil’s government has restricted access to prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket after identifying them as non-compliant with federal gambling laws. Finance Minister Dario Durigan revealed that 27 sites were blocked for offering what he described as “illegal betting.” The move followed a resolution issued by Brazil’s National Monetary Council banning prediction markets linked... Read more »

As operators continue to invest heavily in paid media around igaming, sports betting, and social casino, the conversation is shifting toward what sustains performance over time. Channels are established, budgets are in place, and targeting capabilities are well understood. The constraint many teams are running into now is creative. For Matt Estremera, Partner and Lead... Read more »

Despite an “organic increase” of 4%, group revenue for igaming operator Betsson slumped 3% in the first quarter of 2026. The company reported €285.3 million in revenue early on 24 April. Casino revenues dipped 4% and sportsbook revenue was up 1%. Cash flow was €50 million, a 36% shrinkage. Still, Betsson posted a profit of... Read more »

India is set to enforce its ban on real-money online gambling by fully implementing the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act from May 1. The Act was passed last August and covers online games that involve winning money, including those on overseas-registered sites. Under the Act, real-money gaming is defined as any game in... Read more »

US federal authorities have arrested Gannon Ken Van Dyke, a US special operations soldier involved in the January mission to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, on allegations that he used classified information to place bets on the operation. Kalshi recently fined and suspended congressional candidates for betting on their own elections, but this is believed... Read more »

Compliance monitoring firm IC360 has signed an agreement with Brazilian football club Clube Atlético Mineiro to provide betting integrity monitoring services. Under the agreement, the club will integrate IC360’s monitoring services, which analyze betting markets to spot unusual activity. The system is designed to operate in real time and give alerts based on any patterns... Read more »

Michigan Gaming Control Board has partnered with gambling blocking app Gamban in an effort to promote responsible gambling. The initiative allows any Michigan resident to claim a Gamban license at no cost, with access ranging from one to five years. The program does not require enrollment in a self-exclusion scheme, though individuals listed on the... Read more »

Wisconsin’s Department of Justice has filed three lawsuits against several prediction platforms, claiming they are enabling illegal sports betting. The legal action is being taken against several operators, including Kalshi, Robinhood, Coinbase, Polymarket, and Crypto.com, accusing them of offering contracts tied to sporting events that the state alleges function as traditional gambling products. Wisconsin follows... Read more »

SBC Summit Canada 2026 has announced a new content track for this year’s event, featuring leaders from Bet365, BetMGM, DraftKings and OLG. The new Leaders in Sports Betting and iGaming track will kick off at Metro Toronto Convention Centre on 20 May. The leadership themed content stream will look at the biggest developments in Canada’s... Read more »

The Oklahoma Senate has rejected a bill that would have legalized sports betting in the state, with the measure falling four votes short of passage. The proposal, HB 1047, was introduced by Sen. Bill Coleman. It would have allowed Native American tribes to offer retail and mobile sports betting on tribal lands, with an 8%... Read more »

Polymarket has fallen behind its main rival Kalshi in terms of global trading volume, according to recent reporting. Data compiled by Dune Analytics indicates that Kalshi recently surpassed Polymarket in trading activity, after years of dominance by the latter. In addition, Kalshi has overtaken its rival in valuation after announcing fundraising that valued it at... Read more »

BetMGM has signed an exclusive slot content delivery agreement with online casino game provider Bragg Gaming Group. The deal, which applies exclusively to the North American igaming market, is effective from this month. According to the terms of the deal, the games will come from Bragg’s Dollars & Dreams series, which is based on a... Read more »

New Zealand’s online casino bill has passed its final parliamentary reading, leaving the new law to proceed to Royal Assent which is anticipated to bring the law into force on 1 May. The bill puts oversight of the sector with the Department of Internal Affairs, which will regulate all online casinos, including those based offshore.... Read more »

The House of Commons of Canada has voted 291-28 in favor of moving Bill S-211, the National Framework on Sports Betting Advertising Act, to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage for further review. The bill directs the Minister of Canadian Heritage to develop a national framework for sports betting advertising. This framework would outline possible... Read more »

The Philippines has introduced new standard operating procedures to be followed by various government agencies in their efforts to enforce the nationwide ban on offshore gaming operators, known as POGOs. The new procedures, which aim to provide a unified set of rules to strengthen cooperation between agencies while also offering stronger legal tools for enforcement,... Read more »

Crypto casino BetHog has raised US$10 million Series A financing to expand its proprietary AI live casino dealer feature into B2B offering, Sentient Studios. The funding round was co-led by sports and entertainment venture capital firm Will Ventures and multi-strategy digital asset investment firm RockawayX, along with PCV, 6MV, Bullpen Capital, and Advancit Capital, which... Read more »

A casino player in Detroit has won a US$224,718.15 Mega Jackpot while using the Hard Rock Bet Casino platform in Michigan. The win came on April 15 on the progressive jackpot game Double Top Dollar, developed by IGT. The player was reportedly wagering US$1 per spin, with US$0.10 going towards a networked jackpot. According to... Read more »

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed lawsuits against cryptocurrency platforms Coinbase Financial Markets and Gemini Titan, alleging that their event-based prediction markets constitute illegal gambling. The companies are affiliated with the cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Gemini and allow users to trade on the outcome of political, economic, and sports events. The Attorney General’s... Read more »

A Thai court has handed down a 50-year prison sentence to the former Abbot of a well-known temple after he was found guilty of using an online gambling network to facilitate 19 offenses, including misconduct and misuse of funds. Phra Dhammawachiranuwat, also known as Tid Yaem, had redirected large amounts of money, over THB 2... Read more »

Online game developer Instant Win Gaming has launched InstantFuse, a prizing innovation that will combine multiple lottery prizes into a single jackpot. InstantFuse will be part of Rocket Jackpots, Instant Win Gaming’s multi-state progressive jackpot program. It enables separate jackpot pools to merge into a bigger prize for a limited time each day, creating windows... Read more »

Playtech has partnered with Fanatics Casino to bring its slots and table games to US players, with the rollout beginning in Michigan and West Virginia. The agreement will make Playtech’s gaming content, including its slots and RNG table games, available through the Fanatics Casino app, with the software developer’s games expected to launch in Pennsylvania... Read more »

Despite being blocked in Singapore since 2024, US-based prediction market Polymarket has seen increased activity from the country. Polymarket, which became the official prediction market of the MLB last month, allows users to wager on the outcomes of real-world events, and data shows that it has seen a rise in Singapore-related bets in recent weeks,... Read more »

Startup launchpad Defy the Odds and early-stage business funder BettingStartups have joined forces to increase their support of emerging igaming companies. Defy the Odds was founded by igaming leaders Sue Schneider, Paris Smith and Kelly Kehn. It is a startup advisory service that covers sectors like sports betting, sportstech, and fintech, while BettingStartups connects businesses... Read more »

Poll workers in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, have been banned from using prediction market apps for election-related markets, following a recent update to their official oath of service. According to WGAL, the change aims to reinforce public confidence in the electoral process and eliminate any perception that those overseeing elections could have a financial interest in... Read more »

The Minnesota Lottery has signed a seven-year deal with gaming tech firm Scientific Games to replace and modernize its existing systems and infrastructure. The deal will see Scientific Games introduce a cloud-based platform to support the lottery’s retail and digital lottery operations. According to the Minnesota Lottery, the system will replace legacy infrastructure and is... Read more »

Philippine eGames leader DigiPlus Interactive Corp has integrated its sports betting brand ArenaPlus into the Sportradar Integrity Exchange – a global intelligence-sharing network that helps sports betting operators combat match-fixing by reporting suspicious betting activity in real-time. DigiPlus said the move is intended to reinforce its commitment to a safer, more transparent gaming environment by establishing... Read more »

BetMGM has secured first-to-market rights to three upcoming Rakin’ Bacon! online titles from slots supplier AGS. The Rakin’ Bacon! Triple Oink Soda Fountain Fortunes game became available immediately, with Rakin’ Bacon! Triple Oink San Shen Zhu scheduled for release on 12 May, and Rakin’ Bacon! Fu Zhu Bao Bao set for 2 July. All three titles were to debut exclusively at BetMGM... Read more »

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Chair Jordan Maynard has voiced concerns that prediction markets are targeting people younger than 21. Maynard said that prediction market operators are “illegally offering sports wagers” in an interview on television station WCVB’s “On the Record” show. His comments follow legal action taken by Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell against prediction market... Read more »

Video bingo and slot provider Zitro Digital has partnered with icasino operator Solbet to provide its igaming content for players in Paraguay. The deal means that Solbet will offer Zitro Digital’s game library, including its slot and video bingo titles, including titles in the Fu Pots, Fu Frog, and Mighty Hammer series, many of which... Read more »

Igaming technology company Golden Whale has partnered with AI-powered communication platform Text.com to integrate machine learning into its communication platform. The deal brings together Golden Whale’s decision models with Text.com’s communication infrastructure, which the companies say will allow icasino operators to move from campaign-based messaging to automated, real-time interactions. According to Golden Whale, the integration... Read more »

Bet365 has launched in Michigan, marking its 17th US state and has become an Official Sports Betting Partner of the MLB’s Detroit Tigers. Michigan residents and visitors 21 and older can access Bet365’s sportsbook and icasino via its app or website. The operator, which was founded in 2000 in the UK, is active in Arizona,... Read more »

Philanthropist and former energy trader John Arnold warned that prediction markets and online sports betting platforms can cause harm to young men and boys, calling for federal guardrails rather than a ban. According to Bloomberg, Arnold said platforms have been designed to keep users continuously engaged and that mobile wagering raises addiction risk among younger... Read more »

International Entertainment Corp (IEC), the Hong-Kong-listed company that owns Manila’s LaVie Resort & Casino, has revealed it wants to start an igaming business in the Philippines and is in negotiations with an online operator over investment or acquisition. IEC said in a filing that it has been conducting various feasibility studies on the sector and exploring... Read more »

Two former Australian Football League players are facing scrutiny after promoting an illegal offshore online casino to their social media audiences. Former Brisbane Lions players Mitch Robinson and Rhys Mathieson were identified as promoting Vegastars through social media posts, including a giveaway tied to the operator. Despite having legalized online sports wagering, online casino gambling... Read more »

A panel of judges on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco has appeared to side with Nevada regulators during arguments in an ongoing legal dispute involving prediction market platforms Kalshi and Crypto.com. The case comes down to whether prediction platforms like Kalshi, which offer event-based contracts on sporting results, fall under federal... Read more »

Mohegan Sun Online Casino has launched Monopoly Live on its Connecticut platform, becoming the first operator in the state to offer the title. Mohegan Sun will have the exclusive right to offer the game from April 16 to April 29, before other operators in the state and nationwide can introduce it. Monopoly Live was developed... Read more »

Digital betting platforms ousted brick-and-mortar casinos as the Philippines’ biggest gaming revenue source in 2025, with online channels accounting for more than half of gross gaming revenue for the first time. Philippine regulator PAGCOR placed the sector’s full-year GGR at almost PHP 400 billion, a 6.4% increase from PHP 372.3 billion in 2024. The figures... Read more »

DraftKings grossed US$8.3 million from online sports betting in Oregon during March. That was a 14.4% spike for the operator, which enjoys a monopoly in the state. Handle was up 11.5%, reaching US$75.2 million. The hold percentage was 11.1%. During the first quarter, Oregon OSB revenue has declined 9.6% despite 3.9% greater handle. Hold has... Read more »

Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis, the province’s gambling regulator, has confirmed it has received 32 applications for online gambling licenses after sports betting company DraftKings announced yesterday that it is planning to launch in the market. The Edmonton Journal reported that Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally confirmed DraftKings and theScore were among the 32 who... Read more »

The owners of FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics have given a combined US$41 million to a federal political action committee, according to Federal Election Commission filings. Bloomberg reports that the contributions were made to super political action committee, Win for America. FanDuel Inc. contributed US$19.5 million, while a DraftKings’ parent company provided US$17.5 million, and Fanatics’... Read more »

A Brazilian court has ordered operator NSX Brasil to stop using the ‘Aviator’ brand after a legal challenge brought by Spribe, the studio behind the game. The Court of Justice of Pernambuco issued an interim injunction requiring the operator, which runs the Betnacional platform, to stop using the ‘Aviator’ trademark as well as any identical... Read more »

Ohio gambling regulators have handed down a US$5 million fine to prediction market Kalshi, accusing the company of running an unlicensed sports betting platform in the state. The penalty was issued by the Ohio Casino Control Commission, which said that Kalshi’s event-based contracts involving sporting outcomes fall under state gambling laws. Officials say the platform... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet has made its third jackpot payout in Michigan in recent weeks, with a player in Michigan claiming a US$224,944 Mega Jackpot earlier this month. Au Gres resident Kimberley D. was playing the 5 Star Coins Hold & Win slot by Octoplay on April 8, when the mega prize was triggered. She had... Read more »

Ohio Republican State Sen. Louis Blessing III has introduced legislation that would impose a 2% fee on sports wagers, directing revenue toward public sports stadiums and K-12 education funding. The proposed charge would sit on top of Ohio’s existing 20% tax on sports gaming receipts. Blessing said the bill had the potential to generate an... Read more »

Online sports betting and igaming stocks are down 35% this year, according to Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz. Katz explained that “our optimism for 1Q26 reporting is only moderate.” The exception was Rush Street Interactive, which he expected to beat estimates and raise guidance. Firms on which Katz is still bullish, though, included DraftKings... Read more »

PAGCOR-licensed sportsbook operator ArenaPlus has signed a multiyear partnership with the NBA, making it the league’s first official betting partner in the Philippines. ArenaPlus said the agreement strengthens its position in the Philippines’ sports entertainment market. The collaboration is also a new step for the NBA’s commercial activity in the country, where basketball remains one... Read more »

Sportsbook operators are contributing millions to political campaigns in Nebraska as efforts continue to expand legal online sports betting in the state. Campaigning group Tax Relief Nebraska began circulating petitions in February to legalize and regulate online sports betting, aiming to secure signatures from 10% of registered voters for legalization and 7% for regulation to... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has filed a lawsuit in a Montana federal court, attempting to block state officials from enforcing state-level gambling regulations against its event contracts. The suit named Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen and other state officials as defendants after they sent Kalshi a cease-and-desist letter last year claiming its activities constituted illegal gambling... Read more »

Online casino operator High Roller Technologies has signed a definitive agreement with Crypto.com to launch prediction market contracts in the US. Under the deal, Crypto.com’s Commodity Futures Trading Commission-registered exchange, Crypto.com Derivatives North America, will supply High Roller with its event contracts, ranging across finance, sports, and entertainment, across its US platforms. High Roller said... Read more »

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is already impacting the gaming industry in the Philippines and further afield, according to PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco. However, the head of the Philippine gaming regulator also believes it has never been more important for the industry to come together as one. Tengco was speaking... Read more »

“Bad results for the house” was BetMGM Chief Financial Officer Gary Deutsch’s summary of a less-than-optimal quarter for the sports betting provider. His remarks came during the company’s first-quarter earnings call 14 April. “It’s been a steady start to 2026” was how Chief Executive Adam Greenblatt put it. He likewise described the quarter as being... Read more »

Citing a trio of factors, BetMGM lowered its revenue and cash-flow guidance for the balance of 2026. While still guiding to US$300 million to US$350 million of annual cash flow, BetMGM executives are now aiming for the lower end of that range. Revenue for the full year is projected to come in between US$2.9 billion... Read more »

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Arizona’s attempt to pursue criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi. US District Judge Michael Liburdi issued the temporary order last week, following a lawsuit brought forth by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which argued that Arizona was encroaching on the regulator’s right to regulate prediction markets.   The decision... Read more »

Online casino game aggregator VeliGames has added a range of new content providers to its portfolio as it continues to expand globally. The new partnerships aim to strengthen VeliGames’ presence in Asia, LatAm, and Africa. They include content studios Amigo Gaming, Playnetic, FA CHAI Gaming, GameBeat, Ready Play Gaming, Slot Mart, Dynabit Gaming, EEAI, IMK... Read more »

Sports betting continues to expand across the US, with 27% of Americans admitting that they have an active online sports betting account, according to a survey. The findings from the Siena Research Institute shows that more Americans are opening sportsbook accounts with operators like DraftKings, FanDuel, or BetMGM, continuing a trend that has grown from... Read more »

Sports betting technology company Kambi Group has revealed that its esports division, Abios, has signed a multi-year data partnership with Google. Abios provides esports odds and data feeds across multiple titles. Under the deal, it will supply esports data to Google through four major esports titles: League of Legends, Counter-Strike, Dota 2, and Valorant. The... Read more »

Complete Media Group, the parent company of Complete iGaming, Inside Asian Gaming, and CDC Gaming, has unveiled a new navigation bar to provide easier access to each platform. The global navigation bar, now located at the top of each website, creates a seamless transition between brands. The feature is intended to make news, insights, and... Read more »

The Hong Kong government has put on hold plans to officially allow betting on basketball from September, citing concerns around the rise of prediction markets in the US and their potential spillover effects. Reports first emerged on Monday evening that the basketball betting policy had been paused and that the government had informed the Hong... Read more »

The National Federation of State High School Associations in the US has introduced a free online course to help educate students, parents, coaches, and school administrators about the dangers of sports betting. Hosted on the association’s Learning Center, the program explores the expansion of the sports betting industry, the dangers of problem gambling, and how... Read more »

Police in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh have launched a crackdown on illegal betting linked to the Indian Premier League.  According to media reports, at a recent high-level meeting held by Director General of Police Harish Kumar Gupta, police officials were instructed to enforce strict action against organized betting networks operating across the state... Read more »

Gambling researchers and crossbench politicians have called for Australia’s proposed partial ban on gambling advertising to be tightened, warning the framework contains loopholes that the wagering industry could exploit. According to The Guardian, the concerns centered on how the rules would apply to podcasts, social media influencers, and streaming platforms. Deakin University gambling and public... Read more »

IGT has announced that it has awarded two jackpots exceeding US$1 million after two players won on its slots. The two slot titles were Powerbucks and Whitney Houston Slots. The first jackpot, which totaled CA$1 million, was won on the online version of Powerbucks Bounty O’ Bucks by a player in Manitoba. The second was... Read more »

Revenue for online sports books in New York State leapt 34.3% in March, despite a 4.6% handle slump. Books won US$217.3 million on handle of US$2.3 billion. Hold was 9.3%. FanDuel led all books in win, handle and hold percentage. It recovered US$87.4 million from wagers of US$811.2 million, for a hold of 10.8%. DraftKings... Read more »

Maryland’s online sports books held 10.4% in March, resulting in a 30.5% surge in revenue. The books won US$62 million on handle of US$595.2 million, a 3.8% uptick. Handle and hold were led by FanDuel. It won US$28.4 million on wagering of US$233.6 million. It also held the most tightly, with 12.1%. DraftKings grossed US$17.3... Read more »

Research has uncovered a “disconnect” between igaming companies’ AI governance and data privacy concerns and their commitment to creating the structures and dedicated roles to oversee the technology. The 113-page report by the University of Las Vegas and auditing firm KPMG scored governance lowest, at 30 out of 100, on its AI Maturity Index. Just... Read more »

Sports betting operators in Missouri generated over US$1.2 million in tax revenue in February, more than the combined revenue from December and January. Figures released by the Missouri Gaming Commission show that February’s revenue passed the combined total of US$660,000 for the first two months of legal sports betting. The monthly report also shows that... Read more »

Wisconsin has legalized online sports betting after Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill into law. This legislation makes Wisconsin the 33rd US state to permit online sports wagering, though residents will have to wait months or more before they can officially wager. Under this law, online betting will be facilitated through agreements with the state’s... Read more »

A bill that would ban prediction markets in Minnesota moved forward this week after passing the Minnesota Senate State and Local Government Committee stage. Supporters of the bill say prediction markets, such as Kalshi and Polymarket, are not covered by current state law and that this bill would bring clarity to the issue. During the... Read more »

Bank of America has projected that the US market for sports-related event contracts could reach approximately US$1.1 trillion in annual volume, highlighting the growth of prediction markets in the sports sector. Bank of America analysts said that, assuming an average fee of about 1%, the market could generate roughly US$10 billion in annualized revenue for... Read more »

Genius Sports on Thursday appointed Tony Marlow as Chief Marketing Officer. Marlow joins the executive team to lead global marketing, communications, and brand strategy. He will focus on leading the company’s global go-to-market efforts across its core audiences, including leagues and federations, broadcasters and streamers, betting operators, advertisers and brands. “We are the operating system... Read more »

Republican lawmakers in Ohio have introduced legislation that would tighten regulations on sports betting across the state. The proposal, backed by several Republican representatives, aims to overhaul the current system by imposing limits on how, where, and how often people can place wagers. The bill proposes banning mobile and online betting. If successful, any legal... Read more »

Shares in Playtech fell more than 3% after Evolution asked a US court to add the former as a defendant in an ongoing defamation case. Evolution has filed a request with the Superior Court of New Jersey to add Playtech to its complaint that already includes private intelligence company Black Cube and law firm Calcagni... Read more »

Sportradar has signed a multi-year partnership with the Brazilian professional basketball league, the Liga Nacional de Basquete. Sportradar has been given worldwide rights for audiovisual betting and gaming, alongside betting data collection and distribution for all Liga Nacional de Basquete competitions. This includes all the tournaments in the Liga Nacional de Basquete, such as the... Read more »

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Department of Justice have filed a court motion to classify sports-related prediction markets as financial derivatives rather than gambling. In a recent court filing, federal regulators asked a judge to block Arizona from enforcing its gambling laws against prediction platforms such as Kalshi, arguing that these markets... Read more »

Philippine sports betting operator ArenaPlus has introduced a free-to-play bracket prediction contest based on the Philippines Basketball Association playoffs, with a PHP 1 billion prize fund. The contest, named Playoffs MVP: Battle for the Most Valuable Predictor, will run until April 10. Open to sports bettors in the Philippines aged 21 and above, it does... Read more »

Inspired Entertainment has expanded its partnership with BetMGM by launching its virtual sports portfolio across its BetMGM and Borgata Online platforms in New Jersey. Under the agreement, Inspired will provide BetMGM’s New Jersey platforms with V-Play Soccer, V-Play Basketball, and V-Play NFL-themed Football, with Inspired describing the latter as the first NFL-themed virtual sports product... Read more »

New Zealand is not planning to introduce limits on sports gambling advertising akin to those announced in Australia, although online casino advertising regulations are likely. Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recently confirmed new rules, including limits on television betting advertisements between 6am and 8.30pm and a full ban during live sports broadcasts within those hours.... Read more »

Game developer Games Global has named BetMGM as the first US operator to launch new titles from its Gold Blitz franchise. Under the new agreement, BetMGM Casino and Borgata Online Casino will offer early access to upcoming Gold Blitz games, allowing their players to try out new features before the games are rolled out across... Read more »

Light & Wonder is seeking to enhance its operations in regulated igaming markets with a new director of igaming communications. Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Communications, Andy Fouché, announced the new leadership role in a LinkedIn post, calling for a strategic and creative communicator with experience working in the online gaming industry. The new... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks has secured a multi-year agreement with the NBA to become the official daily fantasy sports partner of the league. PrizePicks will be licensed to use the NBA’s branding and intellectual property across its platforms, including its daily fantasy and free-to-play products. Some of this branding includes the use of league... Read more »

Sports betting technology provider Altenar filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against sports data company Sportradar in New Jersey last week, but the case is expected to face significant legal obstacles. Altenar alleged that Sportradar used its exclusive data deals with the NBA, NHL, and MLB to block it from entering the US market, claiming the... Read more »

Digital payment company Paysafe has launched a new crypto payment method for online gaming operators in the US, Pay with Crypto. The new function will enable players to fund their accounts using cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, where possible. The payment method is supported by crypto exchange MoonPay and will let users deposit funds in USD Coin... Read more »

A former federal lawmaker who led efforts to legalize single-event sports betting in Canada says the policy has led to outcomes he didn’t expect, including more advertising and market expansion. Brian Masse, a former New Democratic Party MP, initially introduced legislation in 2019 to end the federal ban on single-event sports betting. The measure was... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulators, PAGCOR and the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, have said they are prepared to reallocate portions of their budgets to support government programs during crises. Officials representing the two regulatory bodies made the remarks during a Senate committee hearing on planned changes to the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program law, chaired by Senator Erwin... Read more »

Proposed reforms to the Northern Territory’s role as Australia’s de facto online gambling regulator are facing criticism from gambling harm advocates. Northern Territory Attorney General Marie-Clare Boothby introduced legislation last month to amend the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Act, which governs the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission. The commission currently oversees 52 online... Read more »

A US federal appeals court has ruled that New Jersey cannot block prediction market operator Kalshi from offering its event-based contracts to residents in the state. In a 2-1 decision, the third US Circuit Court of Appeals found that Kalshi’s contracts, which allow users to trade on the outcomes of events such as sports, politics,... Read more »

Fanatics has partnered with FIFA for its upcoming sports festival, Fanatics Fest, ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Fanatics Fest, which is set to take place July 16 to July 19 at the Javits Center in New York, coincides with the last remaining matches of the World Cup. According to Fanatics, the festival will include... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Total igaming revenue for February 2026 in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island added up to US$885.5 million compared to last... Read more »

A proposal to ban prop bets and live sports betting in Louisiana has failed after its sponsor agreed to defer it due to projected revenue losses. Senate Bill 354, introduced by Sen. Katrina Jackson-Andrews, would have banned wagers on specific in-game events and live betting activity. During a legislative hearing, Jackson-Andrews said a fiscal analysis... Read more »

Online betting supplier Beter has expanded its eFootball content to include 4,200 monthly events ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The rollout includes World Cup-themed competitions and additional matches timed to align with peak betting hours around major fixtures. The company said the expansion is designed to increase the volume of available events throughout... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has identified its own product as connected to gambling in a recent federal trademark filing, even as the company continues to publicly distance itself from sports betting. In an application submitted to the US Patent and Trademark Office on November 10, Kalshi sought to trademark the term “prediction market.” As part of... Read more »

Flutter Entertainment has merged its FanDuel and PokerStars brands in the US, bringing PokerStars exclusively on FanDuel, to players in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Flutter acquired PokerStars through its all-share merger with The Stars Group on May 5 2020, and last month went on to discontinue PokerStars’ standalone real money platforms in New Jersey,... Read more »

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a package of gambling advertising reforms more than 1,000 days after a parliamentary report first called for an overhaul. The measures, developed by Communications Minister Anika Wells, include a cap on television advertising volume to three per hour, an extended blackout period for sports betting ads around live... Read more »

Although prediction markets have seen rapid adoption in the US, they court the peril of legal resistance and adverse court decisions in 2027. At present, they’re the beneficiaries of an “enforcement-light” Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Those were the views of Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz in a 1 April investor note. Still, Katz saw... Read more »

Philippine sportsbook ArenaPlus has renewed its sports betting deal with the Premier Volleyball League and Spikers’ Turf for a third consecutive year. Under the deal, ArenaPlus will continue its involvement in both competitions and has been designated as the official sportsbook for both tournaments. Jasper Vicencio, representing ArenaPlus, attended the announcement on March 26 alongside... Read more »

The Iowa Senate has passed a bill to regulate and tax online prediction market platforms, making it the first US legislative chamber to try to regulate the sector. Senators voted 45-1 in favor of an amended version of Senate File 2470 on Tuesday. The bill would make prediction markets illegal in the state unless operators... Read more »

The NFL has called for prediction markets to stop accepting trades on events that are easily manipulated. In letters sent to platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket on Sunday, the NFL highlighted markets such as broadcast commentary, celebrity appearances, draft outcomes, player transactions, coaching changes, officiating decisions, injuries, and even fan safety concerns. The league argued... Read more »

US Sen. Richard Blumenthal has condemned a partnership between Major League Baseball and prediction platform Polymarket, as Congress advanced measures to restrict the sector. Blumenthal, along with Sen. Andy Kim, introduced the Prediction Markets Security and Integrity Act on March 11, which would regulate sports event contracts more like sports betting, set up safeguards against... Read more »

Around four in five Americans consider sports prediction markets to be gambling, according to a poll conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of advocacy group Gambling is Not Investing. The survey, carried out from 17 to 22 March among 15,029 adults in the US, found 81% held that view. Respondents also said prediction markets should... Read more »

In February, promotional allowances from Missouri sports books dipped to US$11 million – 36% of revenue compared to 61% of winnings in January.  Promotional outlays in Missouri are tax-deductible up to 25% of handle. February’s largesse represented 4% of handle and January’s was 9%. Sports books held 11.3% on handle of US$277 million, for a... Read more »

Slots developer Gaming Corps has entered into a content distribution agreement with Ontario operator Betty, expanding its presence in the market. New games will include recent releases such as 3 Easter Pigs, as well as Vendetta Fury, a title that was developed by Gaming Corps’ remote game server partner, Degen Studios. The integration extends to... Read more »

The Arizona Department of Gaming has launched a public awareness campaign to promote responsible gambling and expand the use of its voluntary self-exclusion program. The “Take Back the Game” initiative launched on March 30 and includes advertising across social media, television, and radio in both English and Spanish. The campaign informs residents that they can... Read more »

BetMGM has banned credit card payments after a fraud-related settlement with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board last week. The regulator issued a US$100,000 fine against the operator, stating that BetMGM lacked sufficient safeguards to prevent fraudulent activity, particularly in its identity verification processes. Investigations uncovered multiple cases in which users created accounts using stolen or... Read more »

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed an update to gambling regulations to prevent underage sports betting and reduce gambling-related harm across the state. The new measures come after officials raised concerns that minors are still finding ways to wager on gambling apps despite the existing safeguards. The proposals, which were developed in collaboration with... Read more »

Slots studio Peter & Sons has expanded its partnership with aggregator Relax Gaming to distribute its game portfolio in Brazil and Peru. LatAm is becoming a key area of growth for the igaming industry, with Brazil introducing regulatory measures for online casino gaming and sports betting in 2025 and Peru operating under a regulated framework.... Read more »

Australian operator Sportsbet has agreed to forgo signage and brand advertising at Australian Football League-owned Marvel Stadium and the Melbourne Cricket Ground as part of a multi-year partnership with the league. The deal with the Australian Football League is estimated to be worth about AU$100 million over seven years and covers commercial assets, as well... Read more »

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has sued Kalshi, alleging the company is operating in violation of state gambling laws. The complaint, filed in King County Superior Court, claims Kalshi is in violation of Washington law, which bans most forms of gambling outside of sports betting conducted on tribal lands. Brown is asking for an injunction... Read more »

Nepal’s Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has instructed authorities to shut down all ibetting sites within 24 hours after a Cabinet decision to curb illegal gambling, according to the Himalaya Diary. The directive was issued to the Nepal Telecommunications Authority under the supervision of Minister Dr. Bikram Timilsina. “The process to close these apps... Read more »

Icasino studio RubyPlay has launched its online casino content in West Virginia, the third US state in which the company operates. The expansion makes the company’s portfolio of games available to West Virginia players, including titles Vegas No Limit Wins SE, Mad Hit Diamonds, and Mad Hit Devil. The rollout enables local operators to add... Read more »

Games developer Playson has launched icasino content with Brazilian casino operator Betnacional. The agreement allows Betnacional to integrate a selection of Playson’s games into its platform, including 4 Pots Riches, Diamonds Power, and Sugar Teddy x1000. The titles are available to players using the operator’s online sportsbook and casino services. Betnacional, owned by Flutter Entertainment,... Read more »

A federal judge has denied a request by the NCAA to stop sportsbook operator DraftKings from using “March Madness” and other tournament-related trademarks in its sportsbook promotions. The ruling, issued Thursday in the Southern District of Indiana and reported by ESPN, found that the NCAA failed to show that the operator’s use of terms including... Read more »

Igaming operator PhilWeb has received accreditation from the gambling regulator PAGCOR, allowing it to operate as a service provider and affiliate within the country’s gambling sector. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange on 30 March, PhilWeb said the approval enables it to deliver technology and operational support to licensed gaming operators. The operator... Read more »

Eight of Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognised tribes have backed a bill to legalize online sports betting and urged Gov. Tony Evers to approve it. Assembly Bill 601, which has already passed both the State Assembly and Senate, would allow residents to place bets through mobile devices, as long as the servers that process those wagers... Read more »

Kambi has reported full-year revenue of €162 million for 2025, an 8.2% decrease on the previous year’s €176.4 million. The sportsbook provider highlighted several challenges, including regulatory changes, higher taxation, and broader macroeconomic pressures. Despite the falling topline, in its report the company pointed to improved momentum towards the end of the year, including a... Read more »

Nasdaq-listed Gambling.com Group has announced a shakeup of its senior management team, with Kevin McCrystle appointed as the new Chief Executive. McCrystal, who is a co-founder of Gambling.com Group and was former Chief Operating Officer, was appointed after the company’s other co-founder and former Chief Executive, Charles Gillespie, transitioned to Executive Chairman of the Board.... Read more »

Toronto-based fintech Wealthsimple has received regulatory approval to offer event contracts in Canada, similar to those offered by US prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket. The news was confirmed to the Globe and Mail, although it says it has not announced any concrete plans to launch prediction market products. The approval, granted by the Canadian Investment... Read more »

Sportradar has expanded its partnership with Hard Rock Bet to include data, odds, and in-play betting for the PGA Tour and UFC. Sportradar acquired the rights to the PGA Tour as part of its acquisition of IMG Arena. Hard Rock Bet users will now be able to access micro markets, including hole-level wagering options, such... Read more »

At the end of his first full quarter at the helm of Aristocrat Interactive, Dylan Slaney is on the verge of opening the floodgates on some of Aristocrat Interactive’s most valuable IP. When I caught up with him on the last day of ICE Barcelona, Slaney was relaxed and jovial amid the bustle of the... Read more »

The Philippine National Police have arrested 170 people during a raid on an illegal e-sabong operation in Tondo, as authorities step up enforcement against the banned activity. The operation was carried out on March 24 by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group in the National Capital Region. According to the Philippine National Police chief, General... Read more »

Thai authorities have arrested 68 Indian nationals after coordinated raids on two villas in Pattaya, dismantling online gambling operations with a total turnover of THB2.3 billion. The raids took place after a month-long investigation led by the Tourist Police Bureau with support from immigration officials and the Nong Prue tourist police. Officers targeted two rented... Read more »

DraftKings has introduced a new betting feature for the MLB season in DK Replay, designed to keep sports wagering active even when no live games are being played. The feature, initially launched in Oregon following regulatory approval, lets bettors engage with past MLB games in a format that mimics live, in-play wagering. Rather than betting... Read more »

A second US Senate proposal that would stop traders from betting on event contracts ranging from sports, politics, and the military is set to be introduced to Congress. Sen. Jeff Merkley introduced the Stop Corrupt Bets Act, alongside a companion bill in the House led by Rep. Jamie Raskin, on March 26. “When anyone can... Read more »

DraftKings and FanDuel have launched their sportsbook platforms in Arkansas after partnering with two of the state’s casinos. Oaklawn Casino in Hot Springs partnered with FanDuel, while Southland Casino in West Memphis partnered with DraftKings. Both operators were granted licenses to operate in the state by the Arkansas Racing Commission last month. Speaking to KTLO.com,... Read more »

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board on Wednesday approved a consent agreement presented by the Office of Enforcement Counsel, resulting in a US$100,000 fine to BetMGM. The board agreed that BetMGM failed to put sufficient procedures in place to prevent fraudulent behavior on its BetMGM and Borgata wagering platforms. This included insufficient know-your-customer protocols that allow... Read more »

Philippine online gambling operator DigiPlus Interactive expects to recover its user base by the second half of the year, following regulatory changes that affected e-wallets. DigiPlus President Andy Tsui told Manila Bulletin the recovery effort follows a government directive issued last year requiring the separation of online gaming platforms from widely used mobile wallets. “The... Read more »

Calls for reform of online gambling advertising in Australia have intensified, with a statement from the Australian Medical Association calling for immediate action. It highlighted what the Australian Medical Association described as “1,000 days of inaction” since a parliamentary report led by the late Peta Murphy recommended sweeping changes. The Association urged the federal government... Read more »

Prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket have introduced new restrictions on insider trading as regulators and lawmakers step up enforcement action on the platforms. The move comes amid growing concerns about the misuse of nonpublic information. In a statement, Kalshi said it had introduced new guardrails that would block politicians, athletes, and other relevant figures from... Read more »

Sports betting technology company Sportradar has launched its own online gaming brand, Playradar, which focuses on integrating sportsbook and casino experiences. The new brand merges sports data with casino-style games to create cross-platform content, including a live streaming platform where users can watch sports events while engaging with gaming content on the same screen. It... Read more »

The Public Health Advocacy Institute has launched a lawsuit against several US sportsbook operators, including DraftKings, FanDuel and Genius Sports, as well as the NFL. The non-profit argues that online sportsbooks are engineered to encourage addictive behavior and that the named defendants are distributing and profiting from them. According to the complaint, filed in Pennsylvania,... Read more »

Despite pushback from the NCAA, prediction market Kalshi has come away from March Madness a winner with trading reaching over US$800 million in the first weekend of the tournament. This figure nearly doubled the amount traded on all three weeks of last year’s competition, according to Bloomberg. In the first two rounds alone last year,... Read more »

Gaming Laboratories International has been granted igaming accreditation by Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR, becoming the first gaming testing company to achieve the accreditation and authorizing it to test and certify igaming platforms in the country. GLI said Monday that it will now bring its expertise to the Philippines, helping to ensure PAGCOR meets its policy... Read more »

Brian Mattingley, the former Chief Executive of 888 Holdings and until recently Chairman of Playtech, has been appointed as an independent non-executive Director of Hong Kong-listed International Entertainment Corp (IEC), which owns the Philippines’ LaVie Resort & Casino which includes New Coast Hotel Manila. His addition to IEC’s Board of Directors comes with leading Philippines... Read more »

The NCAA has accused DraftKings of unauthorized use of some of its trademarks, including ‘March Madness,’ in online betting promotions. The lawsuit, which was lodged in a federal court in Indiana on Friday, claims DraftKings used protected phrases tied to the NCAA’s men’s and women’s basketball tournaments. This included the ‘Final Four,’ ‘Elite Eight,’ and... Read more »

Caesars Entertainment has opened pre-registration for its Alberta-based sites, as the province moves closer to launching a regulated market for online casino gaming. The company confirmed that residents aged 21 and over will be able to sign up ahead of the official market opening, allowing them to receive updates leading up to the launch, as... Read more »

Online gaming technology provider Strive Gaming has partnered with New Jersey operator PlayStar Casino to support the operator’s expansion across the North American market. Strive will supply PlayStar with its player account management technology, with a view to PlayStar launching in new jurisdictions, including Ontario and soon-to-be-regulated Alberta. “PlayStar is a highly ambitious operator with... Read more »

A bipartisan Senate bill introduced Monday is seeking to stop federally regulated prediction platforms from offering sports betting and casino-style markets. The measure, introduced by Sen. Adam Schiff and Sen. John Curtis, would amend the Commodity Exchange Act to bar any entity registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission from listing contracts tied to sporting... Read more »

The Indian government has banned 300 sites and mobile apps as part of a crackdown on illegal gambling, enforcing rules that came into effect last year, as reported by The News Mill. The action, announced on 31 January, includes platforms offering sports betting, casino-style games, and peer-to-peer betting exchanges. Officials said the crackdown also extends... Read more »

Philippine online gaming platform Bet88 has appointed actor and model Kim Domingo as its new brand ambassador as part of the launch of a campaign designed to increase engagement. According to the company, the “Bagong PatiKim” campaign is the start of a new phase in its marketing efforts, aimed at strengthening its visibility in the... Read more »

Online betting technology group PureWager Group has become the official sports betting partner of MLB franchise Baltimore Orioles. The partnership marks PureWager Group’s entry into the US sports betting market. The technology company will become the title sponsor of a new scoreboard social area at Oriole Park, which has been in development since last season.... Read more »

Nevada gambling regulators have secured a short-term ban on some contracts offered by Kalshi, pending a court hearing. According to the Wall Street Journal, the temporary restraining order prevents Kalshi from offering event-based contracts tied to sports, elections, and entertainment within the state. The order, issued by the Nevada First Judicial District Court on Friday,... Read more »

A bid to bring online casino gambling to Maryland stalled after the referendum measure tied to the effort was withdrawn, leaving the remaining bill without a workable route in Maryland’s General Assembly. Sen. Ron Watson pulled Senate Bill 761 on 13 March. The bill had sought to place the issue before voters on Election Day.... Read more »

Kalshi has had its valuation increased to US$22 billion after its latest funding round, which raised more than US$1 billion. The Wall Street Journal was the first to report on the news, saying that the latest funding round was led by investment management firm Coatue Management, according to sources, which raised more than US$1 billion,... Read more »

A player in Michigan has won a US$223,883 jackpot on Hard Rock Bet, marking one of the largest payouts recorded by the operator in the state. The win occurred on the IGT-developed Triple Gold slot game, and the player had opted into a progressive jackpot feature that cost US$0.10 per spin. The player had registered... Read more »

Authorities in Uzbekistan have confirmed they have not yet issued any licenses for online gambling, despite the launch of a new legal framework. On March 18 a spokesperson for the National Agency for Prospective Projects, Askarjon Zakirov, said that while applications have been submitted, no approvals have been given, according to Uz Daily. Zakirov explained... Read more »

Minnesota’s attempt to legalize sports betting in the state is once again encountering resistance, despite a renewed push by lawmakers during the current legislative session. Senate File 4139 aims to establish a regulated framework for sports gambling in the state, including mobile betting options and partnerships with tribal operators. However, as with previous attempts, the... Read more »

Kentucky lawmakers have passed legislation to implement rule changes for sports betting, including raising the legal gambling age and restricting certain wagers. House Bill 904 would increase the minimum age for sports betting from 18 to 21, aligning Kentucky with most other states where gambling is legalized. Supporters of the bill argue the change is... Read more »

The MLB has partnered with predictions platform Polymarket, making it the league’s official prediction market exchange.   The announcement came after the MLB and the federal exchange regulator, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, established an information-sharing agreement and a memorandum of understanding that requires regular reviews of specific contracts that could raise integrity concerns. The... Read more »

Casino supplier Playtech has expanded its presence in North America after securing regulatory approval to enter Connecticut, making it the sixth US state in which it operates. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection issued the company an Online Gaming Service Provider license, expanding its multi-state presence following an earlier launch in Delaware. The rollout enables... Read more »

Philippine igaming supplier PhilWeb Corporation has partnered with casino operator Okada Manila, Tiger Resorts, to launch Okada Play.    The deal reflects PhilWeb’s broader strategy to position itself as a backend provider of gaming technology, supplying infrastructure, content, and customer management systems to real-world casino brands looking to enter the online market, according to Insider... Read more »

A Colorado Senate Finance committee has voted narrowly to advance sports betting legislation aimed at tightening the rules, as lawmakers raise concerns about rising gambling addiction. The bipartisan measure, Senate Bill 131, which was introduced on February 25, passed the Senate Finance Committee on a close 5-4 vote after lengthy debate. Supporters say the proposal... Read more »

Online gambling operators in the Philippines may face more stringent anti-money laundering compliance standards under proposals to update the country’s financial crime framework. Senator Joel Villanueva has filed Senate Bill No. 1983, rewriting the country’s Anti-Money Laundering Act to include digital transactions and cybercrime, according to the Philippine News Agency. A key part of the... Read more »

Tarek Mansour, the co-founder of prediction market Kalshi, has strongly criticized criminal charges filed against the company in Arizona, describing them as an excessive and unjustified escalation of an ongoing regulatory dispute. His comments to Bloomberg follow Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filing criminal charges for offering users the opportunity to wager on events in... Read more »

Betting data provider Beter has expanded its presence in Latin America by partnering with Colombian operator Wplay. Beter will provide Wplay with its eSportsBattle tournaments, announcing that its eFootball and eBasketball products are set to go live first. According to Beter, its eSportsBattle tournaments host up to 500,000 annual esports events, including eFootball, eBasketball, eHockey,... Read more »

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has ordered internet service providers to block eight more offshore gambling websites after finding they breached national law. The regulator targeted platforms: C**tSpin, Frumzi, Great Win, MyStake, Oh My Spins, RetroBet, The Dog House 2 Slot, and Viperwin, following investigations into prohibited services offered to local users. Authorities said... Read more »

Slots and casino provider BGaming has partnered with Centurion Association, a Brazilian non-profit organization, to support social development programs in underserved communities. The collaboration with Centurion Association is organized around the principle of using combat sports to promote social mobility and discipline in disadvantaged groups. It will focus on initiatives that are designed to improve... Read more »

Philippine operator DigiPlus Interactive has reported largely flat earnings for 2025, with tighter government controls on digital gambling platforms slowing momentum from the start of the year. DigiPlus posted net income of PHP12.6 billion, nearly matching its 2024 result. The figures show that annual revenue rose 12% to PHP84.2 billion, although most of that growth... Read more »

Arizona Attorney General Kristin Mayes filed criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi on Tuesday, alleging that the operator is illegally operating within the state. Arizona has become the first state to file criminal charges against Kalshi. The 20-page filing accuses Kalshi of unlawfully accepting wagers from bettors on pro and collegiate sports events, prop bets... Read more »

Massachusetts lawmakers have halted progress on the state’s online casino legalization after a committee voted to send House Bill 4431 to a study, blocking further action this session. Members of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies voted 11-0 to sideline the bill on Monday, preventing it from advancing to a full legislative... Read more »

Wisconsin’s online sports betting bill has passed the Senate with a vote of 21-12 and now heads to the desk of Gov. Tony Evers, despite mounting opposition from Senate lawmakers and industry bodies. Assembly Bill 601, introduced last October with bipartisan support, would mirror Florida’s betting market, allowing the state’s tribal nations to offer mobile... Read more »

Just 7% of prediction-market users are older than 49. That was one of myriad findings reported by Truist Securities analyst Barry Jonas in a 17 March investor note. Although prediction markets skewed younger in their appeal, 5% of customers surveyed were 21 or younger. The largest bettor cohort was in the 30-39 age range, representing... Read more »

DraftKings has introduced slot rewards feature, Flex Spins, to its online casino, which it says gives online casino users more control over promotional spins. The feature allows players to redeem spins across more than 100 slot titles, rather than being limited to just one game or a small selection. This marks a shift from the... Read more »

US research into the public’s attitudes toward prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket suggests many Americans see them as closer to gambling than investing. The survey, which was conducted by market research firm Ipsos and the American Institute for Boys and Men, found that 61% of those polled believe trading on prediction markets resembles... Read more »

Fanatics has appointed Alex Smith as Chief Legal Officer and promoted Sara Tait to Senior Vice President and Head of Legal and Regulated Industries. Smith will report directly to Chief Executive Matt King, joining the executive team. He will oversee legal, regulatory, compliance, and government affairs strategy for the firm’s sports betting and online gambling... Read more »

A court in Argentina has ordered internet providers in the country to block access to predictions platform Polymarket. Judge Susana Parada made the ruling following an investigation by Prosecutor Juan Rozas of the Buenos Aires specialized gambling prosecution office, which found that the site is operating as an unlicensed online betting service, according to the... Read more »

Virginia lawmakers have ended the 2026 legislative session without approving legislation to legalize online casinos, halting efforts that had advanced through both chambers. Both Senate Bill 118 and House Bill 161 passed the state Senate and House of Delegates but failed to progress after each chamber rejected the other’s version, leaving no unified measure for... Read more »

The Philippines’ Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission has entered an agreement with the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center as part of a crackdown on offshore gambling networks. The cybercrime agency has been tasked with building case files to support prosecutions and conducting digital forensic investigations tied to organized groups. “[The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center] is... Read more »

Mobile wallet company GCash has blocked more than 3,200 merchants linked to illegal activities, including igaming operations. According to the Manila Bulletin, the company said the move is part of an ongoing effort to combat the misuse of its payment platforms by unauthorized gambling operators and other fraudulent actors. GCash also mentioned that it had... Read more »

Experts in Canada have warned that the growth of online sports betting is pulling teenagers, particularly boys, into gambling via mobile apps. Part of the appeal, according to experts, stems from celebrity endorsements from the likes of Drake, Kendall Jenner, and Cristiano Ronaldo by sportsbook operators. They call for stronger industry regulations to protect teens.... Read more »

Digital marketing and customer acquisition firm Media Troopers has expanded its operations to include the LatAm market ahead of July’s FIFA World Cup. According to Media Troopers, as part of its operations, it will provide operators in the region with soccer-focused marketing channels and an updated portfolio of publishers and affiliates. The firm also has... Read more »

Kalshi sued Arizona regulators in federal court to stop them from shutting down its operations in the state. In its lawsuit, the company argues that its platform is regulated at the federal level by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and falls outside the authority of the Arizona Department of Gaming. The operator has asked US... Read more »

Access to the blogging platform Tumblr was restored in the Philippines after authorities acknowledged the site had been mistakenly blocked during a crackdown targeting illegal igaming networks. According to Phil Star Life, users across the country reported losing access to the service on 10 March, raising concerns that the platform had been restricted by local... Read more »

As March Madness nears, Americans are eager to wager on this year’s NCAA Basketball tournaments. The American Gaming Association estimates that Americans will legally wager US$3.3 billion on the NCAA Division I Women’s and Men’s Basketball Tournaments this year, a 54% increase over the past three years. The growth reflects the strength of the legal state-... Read more »

Betsson has agreed to acquire the Canadian business-to-consumer operations of gaming company Rhino Entertainment Group, as well as certain technology assets used in its business-to-business operations. The total purchase price is reported as €64.5 million and includes several parts of the Rhino Group, which currently offers gaming products to customers across the Canadian market. According... Read more »

Arizona regulators have raised concerns about prediction market platforms that allow users to place bets on real-world events, warning that they can pose gambling-like risks without the safety nets. The platforms allow people to buy and sell contracts tied to future outcomes, such as election results, government actions, or sporting performances. Some platforms even offer... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued new guidance on how sports prediction markets operate in the US. The regulator is also in active discussions with sports leagues regarding sports event contracts, according to Barron’s. In its advisory sent to designated contract markets, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission warned exchanges to carefully assess sports-related contracts... Read more »

Slots supplier RLX Gaming has expanded its presence in the US by partnering with Fanatics Casino to launch its gaming portfolio. A selection of RLX Gaming’s titles will now be available to Fanatics Casino players in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including Temple Tumble, Bonsai Dragon Blitz, and The Great Pigsby, as well as games developed... Read more »

WWE has partnered with online casino games developer White Hat Studios to launch an exclusive WWE-themed slot for Fanatics Casino. The slot, WrestleMania: Road to Gold, went live on March 12 in states where Fanatics Casino operates, including Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. According to White Hat Studios, the exclusive title features 20... Read more »

BetMGM on Thursday announced it has partnered with Jogo Global and Banijay Rights, the global distribution arm of media and entertainment powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, to secure exclusive rights to Survivor for online casino games, marketing and promotional initiatives. The debut of Survivor-branded titles at BetMGM Casino coincides with the show’s landmark 50th season telecast that... Read more »

Cyber Crime Police in Hyderabad, India, have detected and removed 124 social media accounts that were running 539 paid advertisements promoting unlawful online gaming and sports betting applications. Police said the advertisements targeted vulnerable individuals and promoted gambling platforms by offering incentives like bonuses, referral commissions, and claims of easy money. The accounts shared promotional... Read more »

The International Federation of Horseracing Authorities has raised concerns about the integrity risks posed by crypto-based betting platforms to Australian and New Zealand horse racing. In a recent study it found that more than 50 offshore crypto-betting sites are accepting wagers on horse racing in these countries. According to The Straight, the report analyzed deposit... Read more »

A proposed bill in Maryland to legalize online casino games such as blackjack and poker is facing opposition from officials in Worcester County and from representatives of a local casino. Senate Bill 885 was introduced by State Sen. Ron Watson and would allow internet gaming across the state. Watson has introduced similar measures in previous... Read more »

U.S. lawmakers are pushing for stronger regulations on online prediction markets, a fast-growing industry that allows users to bet on the outcomes of real-world events across sports, politics, and culture. Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut) has introduced legislation to tighten rules on these platforms and address concerns about fraud, insider trading, and consumer protection, according to the... Read more »

Betting data supplier Beter has expanded its operations in the US after being awarded a supplier license to enter Arizona. The Event Wagering Supplier License was approved by the Arizona Department of Gaming. Beter can now provide its betting products, including its ESportsBattle and Setka Cup table tennis tournaments, which are currently live with Bet365.... Read more »

February revenue from Oregon online sports betting narrowed dramatically for DraftKings. The company is the sole online sports betting provider in the state. DraftKings realized US$7.2 million in OSB revenue, a 25.6% plunge from the same month in 2025. Handle, however, rose 3.4% to US$70.6 million, enabling DraftKings to realize a 10.2% hold on monies... Read more »

Massachusetts could be about to tighten its regulations around sports gambling after a Senate committee advanced legislation that would ban certain types of bets during games. A proposal, introduced by state Sen. John F. Keenan, received unanimous support from the legislature’s Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies. The measure will now move to... Read more »

Police in the Philippines have arrested four South Korean nationals suspected of operating an illegal online gambling hub from a condominium unit in Cebu City. Operatives from the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group carried out the raid with a warrant to search, seize, and examine computer data, according to Inquirer.net. The operation followed reports from... Read more »

A federal judge in Ohio has ruled that the state can enforce its gambling laws against companies offering sports event contracts, rejecting an attempt by prediction market Kalshi to block state enforcement. On March 9, Chief US District Judge Sarah D. Morrison denied Kalshi’s request for a preliminary injunction that would have prevented regulators from... Read more »

Philippine gaming company Bloomberry has introduced what it describes as the country’s first fully transparent live studio games through its online platform, MegaFUNalo. The games will be presented in a live studio setup that features a glass gaming table and a floor-to-ceiling LED backdrop, according to Insider PH. Bloomberry added that the design allows players... Read more »

Ontario-based operator Betty Gaming has obtained the land-based Kirkland Lake Bingo Hall in northern Ontario, allowing the company to add regulated online bingo to its casino operations. The acquisition will allow Betty to operate within the province’s charitable bingo framework, which directs a portion of the company’s igaming revenue to Area Bingo Association-licensed charities. Betty’s... Read more »

The NCAA has integrated ProhiBet from compliance consultancy IC360 into its sports integrity processes for the upcoming Division I men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, and softball championships. The tool monitors officials, such as athletes, coaches, and other league personnel, who are normally prohibited from wagering. ProhiBet uses a secure network to access data, which it... Read more »

Entain Australia and New Zealand Chief Executive Andrew Vouris has called for greater oversight from banks as part of efforts to prevent illegal offshore gambling operators targeting Australian consumers. Sharing his thoughts at the Regulating the Game conference in Sydney on Monday, Vouris argued that financial institutions should take on a larger role in identifying... Read more »

The Center for Addiction Science, Policy and Research, a nonprofit research organization focused on gambling addiction, has released a report grading states on their consumer protections for sports betting and igaming. The report, released March 4, shows that out of 50 states, those with no online gambling, such as Montana, Hawaii, and California, all received... Read more »

New Zealand’s Secretary of Internal Affairs Paul James has said the government’s plan to regulate online casinos is intended to manage an existing market rather than introduce online gambling in the country. During a keynote address at the Regulating the Game conference in Sydney, he explained that the proposed Online Casino Gambling Bill is designed... Read more »

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has proposed a ban on online casinos, arguing that the growth of online gambling is harming families and increasing addiction across the country. In a YouTube video posted on Sunday, Lula said the government plans to work with lawmakers to introduce legislation banning online casino platforms. He warned... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator Underdog Fantasy has acquired derivatives firm Aristotle Exchange to launch its own sports event contracts. Underdog said it purchased Aristotle Exchange Designated Contract Market and Aristotle Derivatives Clearing Organization, both regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Until now, the platform listed contracts through an agreement with Crypto.com, which supplied the... Read more »

Mindway AI on Monday announced a strategic partnership with Amelco, a B2B platform provider known for building trading and sportsbook solutions for the gambling industry operators, including Fanatics, Hard Rock Bet, Entain, and Flutter Entertainment. The collaboration aims to extend Amelco’s compliance and licensing services globally, enhancing player protection and regulatory adherence across multiple markets. Founded in 2006 by veterans of... Read more »

Police in South Korea have arrested eight members of a criminal group accused of operating illegal igaming platforms that processed about KRW70 billion in wagers, according to Korea JoongAng Daily. The Ulsan Metropolitan Police Agency arrested the people, including the alleged ringleader, mid-level managers, and customer service staff. Seven of those arrested were detained on... Read more »

Lawmakers in the Georgia House rejected a proposal to legalize sports betting, leaving the long-running effort to expand gambling stalled again. House Resolution 450 failed 98-63 during a vote on Friday. The proposal required at least 120 votes to pass. The defeat marks the second straight year the resolution has failed, leaving Georgia among just... Read more »

Kalshi is expanding beyond the US for the first time through a partnership with Brazilian brokerage XP, Bloomberg reported. Under the agreement, Kalshi will offer event-based contracts linked to Brazil’s economy, including yes-or-no predictions on inflation and interest rates. The contracts will be available to Kalshi’s existing US users and select Brazilian investors through XP’s... Read more »

Men’s college basketball generated US$2.3 billion in wagers last month on prediction market platform Kalshi, making it the most bet-on sport for Kalshi in February. According to Front Office Sports, NFL-related markets generated roughly US$1.8 billion in trading during February, while NBA games generated about US$1.7 billion. The surge in popularity comes as the NCAA... Read more »

Despite slashing his price target on Flutter Entertainment, one analyst stood by the embattled stock. James Wheatcroft of Jefferies Equity Research cut his per-share target on Flutter from US$380 to US$210. The stock was trading at US$112.68 at the time of Wheatcroft’s 6 March report. Wheatcroft kept a “Buy” rating on Flutter, saying he was... Read more »

Among the five publicly traded operators of online sports betting in New York State, only DraftKings experienced more revenue in February. FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook and theScore Bet all suffered declines. The downward trend came in spite of a 5.7% increase in handle to more than US$2 billion. Aggregate revenues of US$177.5 million were 4%... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Total igaming revenue for January 2026 added up to an even US$921 million versus US$762.2 million in January 2025. Michigan Michigan’s online casinos grossed US$298.3 million... Read more »

Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit seeking to block prediction platform Kalshi from operating in the state. The lawsuit, which has been filed in Ingham County Circuit Court, says that Kalshi’s event-based trading platform is effectively an online sportsbook operating without the licenses required under the state’s Lawful Sports Betting Act. The... Read more »

A bill introduced in the Kentucky General Assembly would raise the legal age for sports betting in the state from 18 to 21, as well as ban prop bets and introduce fantasy sports.   House Bill 904, sponsored by state Reps. Michael Meredith and Matt Koch, was introduced on March 4 and has yet to... Read more »

New Zealand’s SkyCity Entertainment Group is facing legal action over its online casino operation, according to a filing with New Zealand’s Exchange. The proceedings have been brought against SkyCity, SkyCity Auckland Holdings, and Malta-based Silvereye Entertainment, which runs the SkyCity Online platform. According to The New Zealand Herald, the case seeks to test whether the... Read more »

Baltimore officials have filed a lawsuit against six social casino operators, accusing them of running illegal online gambling platforms disguised as sweepstakes. The complaint, filed in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City by the mayor and city council, along with the Baltimore City Law Department and the law firm DiCello Levitt, alleged that the companies... Read more »

Bet365 has signed a multi-year agreement to become the official sports betting partner of the UFC across the US and Canada. Bet365 will provide UFC fans with what it describes as an “immersive betting experience,” with its sportsbook integrated into live broadcasts that include on-screen betting tickers, fighter odds, intro odds, and same-game parlays. Bet365... Read more »

Manila, 6 March 2026 – Complete iGaming (CiG) has officially gone live on its new Expert Contributor Program, with Arden Consult’s Marie Antonette “Tonet” B. Quiogue stepping in as CiG’s first such Expert Contributor. The Expert Contributor Program connects CiG directly with a tightly held circle of online gaming industry specialists. These are intentionally rare... Read more »

Philippine online lottery supplier Pacific Online Systems has acquired 200 million treasury shares of parent firm, Belle Corp, as part of its strategic shift away from online following a regional clampdown on online betting. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Belle Corp said Pacific Online purchased the shares at PHP1.40 each, equating to... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator Underdog Fantasy has laid off at least 125 employees, which is more than 20% of its workforce, as it shifts its business strategy toward prediction markets and AI.   The layoffs, which happened on February 27, mark one of the company’s most significant restructurings since its rapid expansion in the US... Read more »

Slots developer Yggdrasil has expanded its presence in Brazil by striking new partnerships with gambling operators F12, Blaze, and Novibet. Customers of the three platforms will be able to play over 400 of Yggdrasil’s casino titles, including titles like Buffalo Freedom, MexoMax2, and 4 Wolves of Fortune. As well as its in-house slot portfolio, the... Read more »

IGT PlayDigital has launched Eternal Link Warrior’s Empire online in the US and Ontario, as well as in land-based casinos in the region. The launch marks the first title of IGT’s Eternal Link series to debut online, which is well-known for displaying “fiery visuals” as well as energetic character animations, and bountiful bonus mechanics. Players... Read more »

Philippine cybercrime authorities are pursuing criminal cases against promoters of illegal online gambling after an investigation into websites, mobile applications, and social media endorsements tied to unlicensed betting operations. At a press conference on Wednesday, Executive Director of the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center Undersecretary, Aboy Paraiso, handed the group’s findings over to the Anti-Cybercrime... Read more »

Outlays by online sports books to players fell in January, the second month of sports wagering in Missouri. The promotional giveaways went from 119% of revenue in December to 61% in January. Hold in Missouri was 14.2%, the tightest reported for a month. J.P. Morgan stock analyst Daniel Politzer opined in a 2 March investor... Read more »

A South Dakota House committee has rejected a proposal that would have asked voters to legalize mobile sports betting. Senate Joint Resolution 504 was introduced to the Senate by Rep. Greg Jamison in January, and if approved by both chambers, it would have appeared on the general election ballot in November. Although the Senate passed... Read more »

The clock is ticking for Massachusetts lawmakers, who are facing opposition from public health leaders amid key March deadlines to pass a bill legalizing online casino gambling. State Rep. David Muradian introduced HB 4431 to regulate and license online casino games back in August 2025, while a separate proposal from Sen. Paul Feeney and Rep.... Read more »

Slot developer RubyPlay has expanded its presence in Mexico and the wider LatAm region by partnering with Codere Online. Codere will integrate a selection of RubyPlay-developed games into its platform, including J Mania Loco Habanero, Grand Express Diamond Class, and Zeus Rush Fever Deluxe SE. Codere will also receive titles developed by RubyPlay’s independent games... Read more »

Bragg Gaming Group has appointed Morten Tonnesen as Chief Operating Officer while promoting Garrick Morris to Executive Vice President of Global Content US and Canada. The restructuring comes as Bragg seeks to enhance operational output and focus on its regional operations in the US and Canada, as well as internationally. Bragg said it recorded major... Read more »

In 2025, Sportradar laid out a three-year plan for its business through 2027. “Over the course of 2025 we delivered on this strategy,” said Chief Executive Carsten Koerl during the company’s fourth-quarter earnings call 3 March. “We performed ahead of the expectations we laid out,” Koerl continued. “We see a long runway ahead for further... Read more »

Data provider Sportradar pivoted from a modest loss in the fourth quarter of 2024 to a profit a year later. The company finished 2025’s fourth quarter €4.4 million in the black. For all of 2025, revenue was up 17% to a company-best €1.3 billion. Cash flow grew by a third to €297 million. The full-year... Read more »

A revised bill that would legalize online sports betting in Mississippi has been introduced to the state legislature, this time introducing tax cuts for the state’s casinos. House Bill 4074 was introduced on February 25 by Rep. Casey Eure to get sports betting rolling in the state, where other bills have previously failed. Under the... Read more »

The Chairman of Philippine operator DigiPlus Interactive, Eusebio Tanco, has increased his stake in the company by buying 63.1 million additional shares. DigiPlus said the acquisition underscores Tanco’s bullish outlook as the operator continues to expand in the Philippines and worldwide, according to the Daily Tribune. Tanco said the company was entering an exciting phase... Read more »

Online slots developer Wazdan has expanded its presence in North America by partnering with FanDuel Casino to launch additional titles in Michigan and Ontario. Ontario players will be able to enjoy Mighty Fish: Blue Marlin and 36 Coins from Wazdan’s gaming portfolio. In Michigan, 12 Bells and Hot Slot: 777 Crown will launch on the... Read more »

The Sports Betting Alliance is pushing the Wisconsin Senate to amend the sports betting bill to include members of the advocacy group. The bill, which was passed by the Assembly last month, would create a model for the state’s tribes that already offer retail sports betting on tribal land to begin offering online sports betting.... Read more »

Australian independent MP Monique Ryan has introduced a private member’s bill seeking to have gambling harm formally recognized as a public health issue by the Australian Centre for Disease Control. The proposal would require the national health body to collect more robust data on gambling-related harm and to support coordinated prevention strategies. It follows mounting... Read more »

An Ontario study has found that the rate of young men contacting the province’s mental health helpline for gambling-related problems has surged by more than 300% since the expansion of igaming, according to the Toronto Star. The study, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, analyzed contacts with the mental health and addictions helpline ConnexOntario... Read more »

India’s federal financial crimes agency, the Directorate of Enforcement, has frozen assets worth INR181 million in connection with an alleged illegal online betting operation tied to offshore platform 1xBet, according to Storyboard 18. The action brings the total amount frozen in the case to roughly INR372.3 million as investigators continue to trace financial flows. The... Read more »

FanDuel and DraftKings continue to be major winners of Missouri’s new sports betting market, handling almost three-quarters of the money wagered in Missouri during the first two months of legal sports betting. According to recent data published by the Missouri Gaming Commission, the pair accounted for about 73% of the nearly US$928 million wagered in... Read more »

Geolocation and compliance company Xpoint has been granted a vendor license and will enter Massachusetts’ sports betting market. Through the launch, operators in the state will have access to Xpoint’s geolocation product, which provides tools to ensure player activity remains compliant with the Massachusetts Gaming Commission’s regulatory requirements. According to Xpoint, its platform is built... Read more »

Around 64% of Wisconsin voters oppose legalizing online sports betting in the state, according to The Centre Square. A recent poll from Marquette University found that of the 818 registered voters asked, 64% opposed legalizing online sports betting, while 34% supported it. Data showed that 61% of Republicans were opposed, along with 66% of Democrats... Read more »

Kalshi has increased its lobbying efforts in the state of New York as lawmakers advance proposals to regulate the fast-growing prediction market sector, according to Bloomberg Law. Kalshi registered with the state lobbying commission on 21 February, securing a US$10,000-per-month contract with Albany firm Brown Weinraub. According to filings, the company plans to lobby on... Read more »

Ontario’s regulated market has broken new records in January, with total cash wagers generating CA$9.5 billion, up 21.4% year-on-year from CA$7.8 billion – the highest total since the market went live in 2022. The figures, published by iGaming Ontario, a commercial subsidiary of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, show that total non-adjusted gross... Read more »

The operator will be granted access to the state’s sports betting market pending final regulatory approval of its partnership with Southland Casino Hotel. Launching in Arkansas will grant over two million more adults in the state access to DraftKings’ online sportsbook, increasing DraftKings’ coverage in the US to 53% of the population. Customers in Arkansas... Read more »

PointsBet has said that it will contest an Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario decision that handed the operator a five-day suspension for failing to report suspicious wagers. PointsBet said it will request a hearing from the License Appeal Tribunal to appeal the regulator’s Notice of Proposed Order. The operator said it believed the sanction... Read more »

MGM Resorts International and BetMGM have committed more than US$1 million to responsible gaming initiatives as part of Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March. The companies have committed US$450,000 to fund a three-year research project through the International Center for Responsible Gaming to examine how sports wagering affects player behavior and risk patterns. The remainder of the... Read more »

Football — the American kind — was on the minds of Flutter Entertainment leadership in their fourth-quarter earnings call. NFL results and offerings, they argued, dampened the returns of their FanDuel subsidiary. “The second half of the NFL season saw less-compelling content,” lamented CEO Peter Jackson. He said the gridiron action engineered more churn by... Read more »

Although fourth-quarter revenue for Flutter Entertainment grew 25% to reach US$4.7 billion, the FanDuel parent company saw profits crater from US$156 million in 2024’s final quarter to US$10 million, a 94% collapse. Full-year revenue went up 17% to US$16.3 billion but Flutter posted a year-end loss of US$407 million. The numbers were disclosed after the... Read more »

Codere Online CEO Aviv Sher said he was “very pleased with how we finished 2025,” in light of challenges his company faced during the year. Sher made his remarks during Codere’s fourth-quarter earnings call on 26 February. Sher noted that Codere had met its investment guidance for 2025. “This gives us a lot of confidence... Read more »

A profit of €3.9 million in 2024 pivoted to a loss of €1.8 million the following year, according to financial results reported by Codere Online. The igaming and sports betting provider disclosed earnings on 26 February. Nevertheless, gaming revenue was up 15%, reaching €60.7 million for the fourth quarter and €224.1 million for the full... Read more »

A bipartisan group of Colorado lawmakers has introduced a bill that would ban prop bets on individual athletes through sports betting apps. The legislation, Senate Bill 26-131, would ban bets on specific player performances and ban the use of credit cards on sportsbooks like FanDuel and DraftKings. It would also limit the number of deposits... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s has restated its enforcement capabilities in relation to allegations of insider trading and fraud in markets offered by the prediction market Kalshi. The regulator said the matter had been handled internally by Kalshi. However, it added that it still holds full authority to police illegal trading practices. In one case,... Read more »

Sportsbook CrownBet, operated by Betfair, has relaunched in Australia after an eight-year absence from the market. CrownBet’s re-entry was announced in December, after technology supplier BetMakers partnered with Betfair in a five-year deal to return CrownBet to the Australian betting market. Prior to its launch, CrownBet had undergone various rebrands, including Big Easy in 2018... Read more »

Video game developer Valve Corporation is facing a lawsuit from New York Attorney General Letitia James, claiming the company illegally promoted gambling through its video games. Its games, including Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2, which are popular among children and teenagers, were found to enable gambling, as users could pay to take... Read more »

Australian betting company Tabcorp Holdings has reported a slight growth in revenue and turnover in the first half of the financial year, despite a decline in digital turnover. Tabcorp revealed that revenue rose slightly year-on-year to AU$1.344 billion, with EBITDA reaching AU$217.4 million. Wagering turnover also increased 0.3%, supported by a rise in sports betting... Read more »

Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies has blocked a proposed tax on fixed-odds betting that would have funded public security initiatives. The Chamber authorized the Anti-Faction Bill, but removed a proposed levy that would have imposed a 15% tax on fixed-odds betting operations until broader tax reform took effect in 2027. The creation of CIDE (Contribution for... Read more »

The Chief Executive of South Korean insurance company Hanwha General Insurance, Na Chaebum, has given his support for a campaign to tackle youth gambling. The campaign is in response to concerns about the spread of online betting among young people in Korea, according to the Asia Business Daily. Organized by the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency,... Read more »

The Philippine government is considering banning messaging company Telegram as authorities intensify efforts to tackle illegal online gambling operations. Speaking to radio station DZRH Dos por Dos, the Secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology, Henry Aguda, said regulators have monitored illegal gambling operators moving to Telegram to avoid enforcement. He added that... Read more »

The Hong Kong Jockey Club has partnered with Entain and New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing to become the new title sponsor of the Group 1 New Zealand Derby. The Group 1 New Zealand Derby will be renamed the Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool New Zealand Derby. The 2,400-meter race will be held in Auckland next... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has taken legal action against state officials in Utah, filing a federal lawsuit to block what it says are imminent efforts to enforce the state’s anti-gambling laws against the platform. The complaint, filed in the US District Court for the District of Utah on Monday, names Gov. Spencer Cox, Attorney General Derek... Read more »

Slots developer White Hat Studios has expanded on its partnership with online casino operator Hard Rock Bet Casino to launch custom-branded slots for its New Jersey and Michigan platforms. As part of the extended deal, White Hat will launch a custom version of its 7s Fire Blitz Hotstepper slot, featuring updated visuals and a new... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has removed promotional markers from social media platform X after a policy shift tightened oversight of gambling-related advertising. Kalshi confirmed it had stripped affiliate badges from X profiles tied to revenue-sharing arrangements promoting its event contracts, according to The Block.   The move followed updated paid partnership rules introduced last week by... Read more »

Australian betting company Tabcorp has got the green light from regulators to expand its Tap in-play betting product, after the Australian Communications and Media Authority said the service does not breach the federal Interactive Gambling Act. The Australian Communications and Media Authority launched an investigation in May last year after Tabcorp confirmed it was testing... Read more »

India’s financial investigation agency, the Enforcement Directorate, has alleged that Karnataka Congress MLA Veerendra Puppy and his associates laundered INR23 billion through illegal online gambling operations. In a statement, the Bengaluru Zonal Office of the Enforcement Directorate confirmed it has filed a chargesheet under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, according to the Indian... Read more »

Utah lawmakers have taken a step toward outlawing prop betting, advancing a bill last week that would crack down on wagers tied to specific in-game events rather than overall game results. Lawmakers on the Senate Business and Labor Committee voted unanimously on Thursday to approve House Bill 243, clearing it for further consideration in the... Read more »

DraftKings launched its online sportsbook in Puerto Rico on February 23, following a retail launch in November at Foxwoods El San Juan Casino. Online betting is only available to Puerto Rico residents, and those who wish to use it must register in person at the casino first. Those who register will have full access to... Read more »

The Royal Thai Police has extended cooperation with Meta Platforms to curb illegal online gambling, as well as predatory lending apps and false recruitment ads operated by scam syndicates. On 20 February, senior officers from the Royal Thai Police met Meta executives in Bangkok to strengthen enforcement efforts and coordinate platform monitoring, according to Pattaya... Read more »

Philippine gaming services company PhilWeb has partnered with casino content supplier FBM Philippines to launch a nationwide online gambling platform installed across FBM’s electronic bingo machines. Under the agreement, PhilWeb will build and operate FBM’s online platform, with the initial rollout expanding to at least 30,000 machines across 500 venues. PhilWeb and FBM intend to... Read more »

The Korea Baseball Organization has suspended four players from the Lotte Giants team after an internal disciplinary review for gambling violations, according to Chosun Daily. The Korea Baseball Organization ruled that pitcher Kim Dong-hyok will serve a 50-game suspension after it was confirmed that he had visited a gambling venue on three occasions. Teammates Ko... Read more »

Isportsbook operators DraftKings and FanDuel have submitted applications to partner with two of Arkansas’s three casinos to launch sports betting apps, according to 5 News. The applications were confirmed by Scott Hardin, spokesman for the Arkansas Racing Commission, which oversees casino gaming, horse racing, and sports betting. Under Arkansas law, national operators must partner with... Read more »

Malaysia’s federal government has until 3 March to file a new bill that would crack down on illegal igaming in the country. The proposal, which has yet to be named, was brought up earlier in the month by Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, who said the bill addresses growing concerns over the effect of igaming... Read more »

Icasino game supplier Octoplay has launched into the LatAm market through a partnership with sports betting and igaming operator Superbet. The launch will see Octoplay debut its portfolio of games in Brazil, after the company’s collaborations in Europe. “Our Brazilian launch with Superbet marks a historic beginning of our South American expansion,” Ralitsa Georgieva, Director... Read more »

India’s Supreme Court has directed authorities to not take coercive action against real-money gaming operators Fanmade11 Fantasy Sports and 9Stacks Games until it delivers judgment for a separate operator, Gameskraft.   According to StoryBoard 18, the court was presided over by a three-judge bench that included Indian Chief Justice Joymalya Bagchi. The order was passed... Read more »

Igaming and technology provider St8 has partnered with icasino operator Tonybet to launch in Ontario. St8 will provide Tonybet with access to its aggregation platform, enabling Tonybet to access a library of titles from multiple providers through a single application programming interface. According to St8, its platform is scalable, with products designed to help operators... Read more »

The Philippines’ Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center is pushing for the introduction of ‘cyber diplomats’ to strengthen the country’s fight against online crimes originating abroad. Cybercrime Investigation Coordination Center Executive Director Undersecretary Renato Paraiso said a draft bill proposing the new positions had been debated at a recent hearing of the Senate Committee on Games... Read more »

The Wisconsin Assembly has voted to legalize online sports betting, passing a bipartisan bill on a voice vote during what was likely to be its last session day of the year. The bill cleared the chamber with minimal objection and no floor debate, but its path forward in the Senate remains unclear. The bill was... Read more »

A federal judge in Tennessee has delivered a significant early victory to prediction market Kalshi by issuing a preliminary injunction that temporarily blocks state officials from enforcing local gambling laws against its sports-related event contracts. US District Judge Aleta Trauger agreed with Kalshi that its sports event contracts fall under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA).... Read more »

A police complaint has been filed against four Korean Baseball players who were found entering a Taiwan online gambling venue illegally earlier this month. The complaint against the Lotte Giants players Go Seung-min, Na Seung-yeop, Kim Dong-hyeok, and Kim Se-min was filed with the Busan Metropolitan Police Agency and could change the disciplinary actions taken... Read more »

India’s financial investigation agency, the Enforcement Directorate, has seized bank accounts, fixed deposits, and bonds worth INR 5.9 billion from real-money gaming operator Winzo. The agency announced the enforcement action on Thursday, having taken the money under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, according to Asian News International. Winzo has been accused of hosting real-money games... Read more »

South Carolina lawmakers are considering legalizing online sports betting to curb the growth of prediction markets, but the bill’s passage this year remains unlikely. Senate Bill 444, sponsored by Sens. Tom Davis and Matt Leber, was introduced in March and was referred to the Senate Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry. If passed, the bill... Read more »

The UAE Lottery has launched a new online game called ‘Quick 5’, offering quick-fire draws every two minutes. According to information released by the company, each ‘Quick 5’ draw sees five numbers between 1 and 11 drawn randomly. Players can bet on one of two options: ‘ANY’, where they win if their numbers are drawn... Read more »

At least six federal politicians in Australia have declared that they accepted free tickets and hospitality from major gambling companies in recent months, as the government faces growing pressure to tighten wagering advertising laws. Disclosures in the Register of Interest show that operators Tabcorp and Sportsbet provided tickets to events, including major horse race meets... Read more »

Lawmakers in Virginia have approved another online casino bill amid heated debate over legalization. The House of Delegates approved House Bill 161, which would regulate and tax online casino gaming. The bill, which passed 67-30 after previously failing 46-49, would place oversight of internet gaming with the Virginia Lottery Board. Operators would have to obtain... Read more »

Codere Online has launched an iOS poker application in Mexico, with a similar bingo product and the android poker app billed to follow soon. Developed in partnership with Playtech, the iOS poker app integrates with Playtech’s player‑vs‑player poker network, enabling Mexican users to compete in real time with players across multiple operators. In a statement... Read more »

A Wisconsin lawmaker has stated that he is confident a delayed sports wagering bill could still be passed by the state Assembly. Sponsored by Representative Tyler August, the bill is currently held up on a delayed calendar, and could still be brought up at any point, while Assembly Speaker Robin Vos stated that today would... Read more »

Connecticut lawmakers are turning their attention to the rapidly expanding world of prediction market platforms with a proposal that would impose stricter age limits and advertising rules. House Bill 5038, currently under review by the state’s General Law Committee, seeks to raise the minimum age of prediction markets from 18 to 21, aligning these markets... Read more »

New York-based sports trading platform Novig has raised US$75 million in a Series B funding round led by crypto investment firm Pantera Capital, and is now looking to expand into sports prediction markets. Other investments came from gaming investor Makers Fund, investment firm Edge Equity, healthcare investor Perceptive Ventures, and venture capital firms Forerunner, Multicoin... Read more »

Australia’s wagering industry has called for a national blacklist of illegal offshore gambling websites, arguing current enforcement measures fail to curb a growing black market. Responsible Wagering Australia, which represents online bookmakers including Sportsbet, Bet365, and PointsBet, has urged the federal government to introduce a regime with take-down powers like those of online safeguarding agency,... Read more »

Blowing past Wall Street expectations, Rush Street Interactive recorded high double-digit increases for the fourth quarter and full year. Results were released at the end of trading on 17 February. Profits were US$19.1 million quarterly and US$74 million for the year. Fourth-quarter revenue was US$324.9 million, a 28% boost, while 2025 revenue exceeded US$1.1 billion,... Read more »

Hawaii is one of two US states with no legal gambling of any kind, but a bill to legalize online sports betting in the state cleared another hurdle this week. The Hawaii House Economic Development and Technology Committee voted 4-3 to move HB 2570 out of committee, despite 41 of the 52 public comments submitted... Read more »

Australian operator SportsBet has filed a counterclaim against a class action lawsuit regarding illegal fast codes the company offered to bettors. Sportsbet argues that if the courts deem the use of fast codes illegal, then the plaintiffs who used them and won bets should have to return the money. It follows an October ruling by... Read more »

The Nevada Gaming Control Board filed a civil enforcement action against prediction market Kalshi in Carson City District Court on Tuesday, accusing the platform of operating unlawful activities under state law. Nevada’s latest complaint seeks a declaration that Kalshi’s activities violate state gaming laws and an injunction to stop offering its services to Nevada residents.... Read more »

Kambi has released its fourth quarter and full-year earnings update, with quarterly revenue declining 3.9% year-on-year to €42.7 million, while full-year revenue was down 8.2% year-on-year to €162 million. Chief Executive Werner Becher cited tax increases in several jurisdictions and FX pressures as among the challenges contributing to the declines in revenue. Adjusted EBITA for... Read more »

Rush Street Interactive executives were besieged by Wall Street stock analysts in its fourth quarter earnings call yesterday, who wanted to know if or when the company was going to enter prediction markets. The former remained mostly firm in their demurral. Chief Executive Richard Schwartz had addressed the topic glancingly in his opening remarks, saying... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has filed an amicus brief in federal court regarding states’ rights to regulate prediction markets. Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Michael Selig, published an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal earlier in the week, stating that it is the Commission, not individual states, that has the authority to... Read more »

Two Nebraska petitions that would legalize online sports betting in the state have been approved for circulation ahead of the state’s 2026 general election. The proposals have been supported by both the WarHorse Casinos in the state and the Sports Betting Alliance, according to the Lincoln Journal Star. After being filed on January 9, the... Read more »

Philippine Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is calling for tougher laws to tackle the rapid growth of illegal online gambling, warning that unlicensed betting platforms continue to exploit regulatory gaps and fuel gambling addiction for millions of Filipinos. In a news release on Tuesday, Senator Gatchalian said illegal gambling websites keep resurfacing despite government efforts to block... Read more »

The Indian Gaming Association has gathered tribal leaders, policymakers, and industry advocates at Capitol Hill for a congressional briefing to spotlight what they see as a major threat to tribal gaming and sovereignty. Presenters at the briefing said that the rapid growth of sports-event contracts offered by online prediction market platforms undermines existing gaming regulations... Read more »

A bill aiming to legalize online casino gambling narrowly advanced in the Virginia Senate on Monday, surviving an initial defeat just one day before a legislative deadline. Senate Bill 118, introduced by Senator Mamie Locke, would legalize regulated internet casino games such as blackjack and slot machines, with the amended Senate bill including a launch... Read more »

Games developer Wazdan has partnered with Fanatics Casino in West Virginia, expanding its presence in the state as well as the US-regulated market. As part of the partnership, 15 Wazdan titles will launch on the Fanatics platform for West Virginia players to enjoy. These games include 12 Bells, 12 Coins Grand Gold Edition, 9 Bells,... Read more »

Games developer Fennica Gaming has launched in Mexico through a partnership with operator Novibet, further strengthening its presence in the LatAm market. According to Fennica Gaming, the partnership with Novibet supports its 2026 strategy, particularly in terms of global market expansion. The group highlights that the collaboration also underscores its growth with trusted operators and... Read more »

Philippine online casino operator Buenas PH has urged celebrities and online personalities to take a more active role in tackling illegal gambling and addiction, as it seeks to rebuild confidence in regulated platforms. Buenas PH made the call during a press conference for the inaugural Battle of Streamers, staged by igaming broadcast platform YGS Live,... Read more »

The International Association of Gaming Regulators has appointed Kevin Mullally to the newly established role of Chief Executive. In a statement, the International Association of Gaming Regulators said Mullally would lead the execution of board-approved strategy, strengthen operations and work on enhancing partnerships that support common challenges faced by regulators across jurisdictions. Mullally has decades of senior-level experience... Read more »

Two Philippine senators have questioned police agencies over their handling of illegal igaming, raising concerns about the persistence of online cock-fighting betting sites or e-sabong despite a national ban, according to a report by Newsbytes.PH. At a recent Senate hearing, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian asked why specific websites and operators continued to function despite alleged non-compliance... Read more »

New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs has ruled that prediction market platforms Polymarket and Kalshi are illegal under the country’s gambling laws. Prediction markets let users place bets on future events ranging from sporting events to political developments and monetary policy decisions, and have been growing in popularity in recent months, with some even partnering... Read more »

The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority has backed Connecticut’s efforts in trying to block prediction market platforms in the state, arguing that they illegally encroach on tribal gaming operations. According to the Hartford Business Journal, the news follows Mohegan’s first-quarter financial results, which revealed modest performance that fell short of strong expectations. The casino operator reported... Read more »

Sports betting technology provider Kambi has partnered with igaming operator ComeOn Group to integrate its odds feed technology Odds Feed + into ComeOn’s sportsbook. ComeOn, which is active across a number of regulated igaming markets, including Ontario, will gain access to Kambi’s odds technology, including esports odds through its esports division Abios. “We are delighted... Read more »

Igaming studio Spribe has partnered with UFC Hall of Famer and former middleweight champion Michael Bisping to be its latest brand ambassador for its crash game Aviator. Under the one-year partnership, Bisping will promote the crash game to his fanbase through a series of campaigns designed to showcase Aviator’s gameplay. According to Spribe, the game... Read more »

Filipino actor Yen Santos has signed on as a brand ambassador for online betting platform Filbet, marking her return to public activity after a period away from major projects, according to The Daily Tribune. The endorsement, confirmed last week, placed Santos at the center of a digital campaign tied to Valentine’s season. The actor had... Read more »

DraftKings is going all-in on prediction markets During Friday’s earning call, CEO Jason Robins said the company intends to commit vast resources to the new opportunity to generate revenue. “Predictions is rapidly developing into a massive incremental opportunity, and we are moving with urgency,” Robins said Friday during DraftKings fourth-quarter earnings call. “We expect to... Read more »

Online casino games developer RubyPlay has expanded its presence in Brazil by partnering with online operator Esportes da Sorte. A selection of RubyPlay titles will be made available for Brazilian players on the Esportes da Sorte platform, including Mad Hit Diamonds and Mad Hit Mr Coin. On top of that, games developed by its independent... Read more »

Online slots distributor 3 Oaks Gaming has partnered with online sports betting and igaming company Superbet Group to expand its presence in South America and Europe. A number of 3 Oaks Gaming’s slot titles will launch on Superbet’s platform in Brazil, including Coin Volcano 2, Maya Lock, and Magic Clovers. The titles will also launch... Read more »

The South Dakota Senate has approved a constitutional amendment that would allow mobile and electronic sports betting statewide, sending it to the House for further consideration. Lawmakers passed Senate Joint Resolution 504 on a 23-10 vote. If it is approved by the legislature, the measure will go before voters at the next general election. Under... Read more »

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has proposed temporarily suspending PointsBet Canada after the sportsbook allegedly failed to report suspicious wagers linked to a 2024 NBA bet-rigging scheme. The proposed five-day suspension would be the first time that the gambling regulator has taken such action against a sportsbook since the launch of legal sports... Read more »

FanDuel has introduced a ban on credit cards, preventing its US users from depositing funds via the payment method. In a statement to USA Today, the operator had said, “Over the last few months, FanDuel has been evaluating the payment methods that we offer to customers and made the decision to remove credit cards as... Read more »

Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred has revealed that the league is exploring a new relationship with prediction market platforms as part of its integrity efforts. Manfred made the announcement during meetings with team owners in Palm Beach, Florida, according to ESPN. The talks come while MLB is embroiled in a pitch-rigging scandal involving two... Read more »

DraftKings on Thursday reported revenue of $1.9 billion, an increase of $596 million for the fourth quarter, or 43%, compared to $1.4 billion during the same period in 2024. According to a news release, the increase in the company’s fourth-quarter revenue was driven primarily by continued healthy customer engagement, efficient acquisition of new customers, and... Read more »

PayNearMe this week announced record results for 2025, with revenue exceeding $200 million, representing 60% year-over-year growth. A news release said revenue was driven by “growing demand for effective, streamlined, and consumer-friendly payment experiences. “2025 was a defining year for PayNearMe,” PayNearMe Founder and CEO Danny Shader said in a statement. “Organizations are increasingly embracing... Read more »

Pacific Online Systems Corporation, the gaming unit of Philippine development group Belle Corporation, has scrapped its online betting plans citing a cooling of government sentiment towards online operators. In disclosures sent to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Pacific Online said it would wind down development of its online lottery platform and withdraw from its investment in... Read more »

Australian gambling operator Tabcorp has been fined AU$158,400 by the Australian Communications and Media Authority for accepting online in-play bets, which are placed after a sporting event has started. This violates the Interactive Gambling Act 2001, which prohibits any Australian gambling operator from accepting bets on a sporting event after it has commenced. An investigation... Read more »

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has targeted online gambling operators this week in a bid help fund the state’s Medicaid expenses via increased taxation. In her budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year, both online casinos and sportsbooks would face additional taxes to generate income for the Medicaid Benefits Trust Fund as the state braces itself... Read more »

Nevada Rep. Dina Titus has introduced federal legislation aimed at stopping sports event contracts offered by prediction market platforms. Sports contracts have proven controversial across the US, with state gambling regulators trying to block the platforms, which they believe amount to illegal sports gambling. Titus’ Fair Markets and Sports Integrity Act, introduced on February 10,... Read more »

Online slot developer S Gaming has expanded its US presence through a partnership with Fanatics Casino. S Gaming’s Triple 7 Jackpot slot will launch on Fanatic’s platform in regulated igaming states, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. S Gaming Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Charles Mott said, “Fanatics Casino needs no introduction and is one... Read more »

PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco has clarified a government figure claiming that more than 32 million adult Filipinos gambled online in 2025, saying the true figure is nearer 10 million. Speaking during a Senate Committee on Games and Amusement hearing, Tengco responded to Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian citing the data suggesting that there were... Read more »

Online games developer Playson has expanded its presence in Latin America by launching in Colombia after receiving certification from the country’s gambling regulator, Coljuegos. The approval allows Playson to offer its gaming platform and games portfolio in one of Latin America’s biggest regulated markets. The launch took place in partnership with online operator Rush Street... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has pledged to roll out tighter restrictions for the country’s online gambling industry. At a Senate Committee on Games and Amusement hearing, PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco, said that although gambling advertisements are already banned during primetime television and radio hours, regulators were studying whether to extend the ban across all broadcast... Read more »

Wisconsin’s tribal nations have urged state lawmakers to advance a bill that would authorize online sports wagering across the state. Speakers at the annual State of the Tribes address highlighted the legislation as a way to modernize gambling options and keep revenue within tribal communities, according to WISN 12. They also emphasized economic benefits and... Read more »

BetMGM has unveiled a string of special events featuring steamer and casino ambassador Brian Christopher between February and May. The events include Brian Christopher Bonus Drops & Power Hour, the debut of Brian Christopher Live Roulette, and BC Slots Diamond Jubilee Gala. The first event will take place between February 11 and February 15, with... Read more »

Game studio Evoplay has launched in Ontario with BetMGM, as the company continues its expansion across North American markets. Over 18 Evoplay titles will be made available on BetMGM’s Ontario platform, including Hot Triple Sevens, Hot Volcano, Gold of Sirens Bonus Buy, and Inner Fire Bonus Buy. Evoplay Head of Sales Alex Malchenko said, “Ontario... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi recorded more than US$1 billion in trading volume during the Super Bowl on Sunday, marking a daily high for the platform. Chief Executive Tarek Mansour told CNBC the total rose 2,700% year-over-year as users traded contracts tied to game outcomes and entertainment segments. Speaking on CNBC’s ‘Squawk Box’, Mansour said, “It was... Read more »

The Brazilian government is moving to tighten controls on minors’ access to online gambling, as part of a broader move to protect young people from harmful online content. Under a draft expected to be issued by the end of February, online platforms and app stores would be required to introduce age-verification systems to prevent underage... Read more »

Gambling group Entain has signaled that it is focused on online gaming growth with a particular emphasis on New Zealand’s emerging online casino market. Entain Chief Executive Andrew Vouris, who took over from long-serving Dean Shannon in August, told Financial Review that several high-profile strategic moves had failed to deliver, including a AU$40 million investment... Read more »

Player acquisition company Acquire.bet has partnered with SaaS provider E2 to expand its North American and Canadian sports betting and igaming monetization. As part of the agreement, Acquire.bet will serve as the exclusive partner of E2’s technology across North America and regulated Canadian markets. Acquire.bet will link its operators’ relations knowledge with E2’s sports data... Read more »

Gaming Corps has expanded its presence in Ontario by partnering with operator High Flyer Casino. Gaming Corps’ portfolio of games will be available to Ontario players on High Flyer’s platform. The rollout of its gaming titles will happen in stages, with the first round of games including 3 Pigs of the Caribbean and Savannah Stacks.... Read more »

White Hat Studios has revealed plans to double down on its Kong themes games this year, as it unveiled a franchise-led content strategy for 2026. The succession of Kong-themed releases will kick off with the soccer-themed slot, Kong Even Bigger Balls Jackpot Royale Express, set to launch ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which is being hosted... Read more »

Polymarket sued the Massachusetts Attorney General and state gambling regulators on Monday, in an attempt to stop the state from shutting down its sports event contract markets. The complaint was filed in the US District Court for the District of Massachusetts, arguing that federal oversight by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission preempts state-level gambling enforcement.... Read more »

Softness of handle for Flutter Entertainment subsidiary FanDuel does not equal cannibalization by prediction markets. That was the thesis of an 8 February investor note by Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft. Noting that Flutter shares are down 30% in the first five weeks of 2026, Wheatcroft said that was not reflective of Jefferies’ views... Read more »

Lee Hosung, President of Hana Bank in South Korea, has joined the country’s campaign to tackle youth igaming and raise awareness, according to The Asia Business Daily. In his statement, Lee posed with a placard reading, “Illegal online gambling targeting youth is a scam you can never win.” The campaign takes the form of a... Read more »

Icasino games developer Incentive Games has partnered with gambling regulator Loto-Québec to launch its real-money gaming titles in Québec. Loto-Québec serves as the province’s sole regulated gambling platform, and under the partnership with Incentive Games, players in the province will be able to access the developer’s crash and arcade games developed by its real-money gaming... Read more »

John Maguire, former Vice President of Trading Product and General Manager Australia at FanDuel, has been appointed as the new Chief Customer Officer of live sports prediction technology developer Luckbox. Maguire was appointed to assist in developing LuckBox’s sports trading platforms, bringing experience in delivering global trading and pricing systems from his previous role at... Read more »

DraftKings has partnered with Crypto.com to expand its current offerings on its prediction market, DraftKings Predicts. DraftKings is now able to offer NFL- and NBA-themed player-specific sports. The expansion also widened the platform’s sports catalog beyond its existing mix of sports and financial markets and established a future category for politics and entertainment-based contracts. “We’re... Read more »

Fantasy sports platform Sleeper Markets entered US prediction markets through a partnership with federally regulated prediction market Kalshi, marking the latest crossover between sports gaming and financial event trading, according to Bloomberg. As part of the collaboration, Sleeper Markets began offering sports-related event contracts on its app ahead of the Super Bowl. The company said... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook has expanded its offering of content from real-time sports data company Sports Information Services Content Services by launching the company’s H2H Global Gaming League efootball games. Hard Rock previously launched ebasketball and esoccer games. Sports Information Services will initially offer two efootball 24/7 live streams, with more than 25,000 events expected... Read more »

Online sports betting in New York State faded slightly in January, down 1.5% to US$2.4 billion. But winnings by books were up 1.5%, achieving US$250.6 million, for a hold of 10.3%. First in revenue, handle and hold percentage was FanDuel, which won US$113.7 million off US$875.3 million, for a 13% hold. DraftKings was second with... Read more »

Australia’s gambling regulator has classified prediction markets as gambling and has ordered internet providers to block access for Australians, according to documents obtained by Crikey in a freedom of information request. The decision comes after an investigation by the country’s gambling regulator, Australian Communications and Media Authority, into Polymarket, which allows cryptocurrency wagers on the... Read more »

As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, Illinois is stepping up efforts to protect consumers from unregulated igaming operations by issuing more than 60 cease-and-desist letters to companies believed to be offering illegal online casino games or sweepstakes gambling in the state. The notices were issued by the Attorney General Kwame Raoul and the Illinois Gaming Board.... Read more »

India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned students about the dangers of igaming, contrasting it with the potential benefits of gaming, according to mathrubhumi.com. Speaking in New Delhi, he discussed a variety of subjects with students, parents, and teachers, including the effect of the internet on young people. While he acknowledged that gaming could sharpen... Read more »

Kalshi has overtaken major sports betting apps in downloads in the run-up to the Super Bowl, according to a report by Bloomberg. Data from analytics firm Apptopia shows that Kalshi’s app was downloaded more than 3 million times in January, surpassing the monthly figures for DraftKings and FanDuel, which have historically been the most popular... Read more »

Despite previously being outspoken about prediction markets, the NFL has said it is considering them for the league, even as the platforms face regulatory backlash in numerous states. Speaking to Front Office Sports on Radio Row, NFL Executive Vice President Jeff Miller said the league is paying close attention to the platforms, calling the markets... Read more »

Alberta Senator Kristopher Wells has joined a growing coalition of Canadian lawmakers calling for a ban on online sports betting ads, according to Lakeland Today. The lawmakers, who number more than 40, urged Prime Minister Mark Carney in a letter last year to have the nation’s broadcasting regulator, Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission, ban any... Read more »

Igaming firm Betsson reported fourth-quarter and full-year results for 2025 on 5 February. Although group revenue decreased 1% in the quarter, to €303.9 million, for the entire year it was up 8%, coming in at €1.2 billion. Although igaming revenue increased 3%, sports book winnings were off 9% in the fourth quarter. Monthly active users... Read more »

Genius Sports on Thursday announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Legend, a digital sports and gaming media network, in a transaction valued at up to $1.2 billion, including $900 million payable at closing and an earnout of up to $300 million. In a news release, Genius Sports said the transaction is... Read more »

The New York State Gaming Commission is weighing new restrictions on player prop bets, warning that a full ban remains on the table as concerns grow over betting integrity and recent criminal cases tied to sports wagering. According to Law.com, the Gaming Commission sent a letter this week to professional sports leagues approved for betting... Read more »

The Mississippi House has voted to legalize online sports betting for the third straight year, approving House Bill 1581 by an 85–31 vote. The measure goes to the Senate, where similar bills have stalled in the past. The renewed push includes allowing online sports betting platforms to operate in Mississippi in partnership with licensed brick-and-mortar... Read more »

Online game development company Gaming Corps has expanded its partnership with casino game aggregation platform St8 to extend its offerings into the Ontario-regulated market. A selection of Gaming Corps’ content will be distributed across the market, including slot titles and its portfolio of Crash, Mine, Table, and Plinko games. The release includes featured titles such... Read more »

Philippine igaming supplier PhilWeb Corporation has launched Hann Online, marking the return of the igaming site associated with South Korean Dae Sik Han, the founder of Hann Casino Resort. According to Insider PH, the site is the digital counterpart of the resort and is supported by PhilWeb’s infrastructure. It launched after a two-week development period... Read more »

Online sportsbook technology provider Betby has launched a new e-sim game, eAmerican Football, and more than 100 new bet builder markets for the upcoming Super Bowl game on Sunday. According to Betby, eAmerican Football will run 24/7 and offers bettors a chance to continue interacting with the NFL during the offseason. Betby describes the e-sim... Read more »

Kalshi has rescinded an allegation of “extortion” against startup Juice Reel, which provided data that showed users of prediction markets often faced more significant losses than those who wagered on traditional betting platforms. In a report by investment bank Citizens CFG, analyst Jordan Bender compared Kalshi to traditional sportsbooks such as DraftKings and FanDuel, using... Read more »

“BetMGM’s had a pretty tremendous year,” CEO Adam Greenblatt said at the top of its year-end earnings call on 4 February. He was looking back on a year that saw BetMGM’s first profits and first distribution to corporate co-parents MGM Resorts International and Entain. “Not only did Q4 achieve a record quarterly revenue but December... Read more »

Beating its own guidance, BetMGM recorded a profit of US$60 million for the fourth quarter and of US$175 million for the entire year, reversing a 2024 loss of US$291 million. The digital-gaming company also made its first distribution to its corporate parents. BetMGM split a return of US$270 million between Entain and MGM Resorts International.... Read more »

Myanmar authorities have sentenced 18 Nepali nationals to a year in prison for their involvement in illegal online gambling operations, according to the Makalukhabar. The people were working at scam centers in the Myawaddy region near the border with Thailand. The 18 Nepalis had been in custody for about two months before sentencing, and the... Read more »

Game developer 3 Oaks Gaming has expanded its presence in Latin America with a content agreement with Mexican icasino and sportsbook operator Winpot. A range of 3 Oaks Gaming’s islot titles have been added to Winpot’s casino site, including Sun of Egypt, Coin Volcano and Chili Coins Hold and Win. The partnership is a notable... Read more »

Nevada regulators have taken legal action to stop Coinbase from offering its prediction market products in the state, asserting that the platform is operating unlicensed gambling services. The Nevada Gaming Control Board filed a civil enforcement action in Carson City’s First Judicial District Court on 2 February, accusing Coinbase Financial Markets of providing sports events... Read more »

The biggest game in the American sports calendar kicks off on Sunday, and an estimated 67 million Americans are expected to place wagers on the Super Bowl, with the American Gaming Association estimating that more than US$1.76 billion will be spent. According to News10 NBC, this statistic is fueling concerns among health professionals about the... Read more »

Social media company Meta has failed to remove multiple posts promoting illegal offshore crypto gambling despite repeated user reports, even after the Australian Communications and Media Authority warned that influencers could face fines of up to AU$2.4 million. Online streamer Dinah, who had more than 800,000 followers on Instagram, promoted crypto casino Rainbet in a... Read more »

Global cryptocurrency exchange and trading services company Crypto.com will launch a standalone prediction markets platform days before the Super Bowl, expanding its push into federally regulated event-based contracts, according to Bloomberg. The company said the new product, branded OG, was created in response to rapid growth in its predictions business. Crypto.com Co-Founder and CCEO Kris... Read more »

PointsBet Canada recently announced that it has started the registration process in the Canadian province of Alberta to become Canada’s second open and competitive regulated igaming market. “Alberta’s move toward an open, competitive igaming framework is a positive step for Canadian players, offering more choice and consumer protections in a safe and regulated environment,” PointsBet... Read more »

New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a strong warning about the rapid growth of online prediction markets ahead of this year’s Super Bowl, CNBC reports. Speaking on 2 February, James urged people to exercise caution before using these platforms. She warned that many of these sites, which allow players to trade contracts on... Read more »

An independent arbitrator has ruled that Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is entitled to his full US$26.6 million salary for the NBA season, despite being placed on leave amid federal gambling-related charges. The news was announced by the National Basketball Players Association on Monday after the arbitration ruling, and reported by NBC Miami. The players’... Read more »

Several unlicensed betting sites are accessible in Manitoba, even though only one operator is authorized to offer sports bets in the province, as per an investigation by Canadian news outlet CBC. Manitoba residents are allowed to bet through PlayNow, which, according to province regulator Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, is the sole legal provider of igaming... Read more »

Gambling harm prevention organization Better Gambling Forum has launched a public consultation on a framework for responsible gambling that it has developed with the United Nations. The Better Gambling Forum was set up to work with international institutions, including the United Nations and G7 and G20 countries, to craft an evidence-based approach to gambling harm... Read more »

BetMGM has introduced revised terms for its users, meaning that it will suspend accounts if a customer is found to have used abusive language against athletes. BetMGM’s previous policy allowed it to suspend accounts for any lawful reason, including harassment. However, in its announcement, the operator said the updated terms provided greater clarity and reinforced... Read more »

A Hawaii state lawmaker has introduced legislation that would ban prediction market wagering, citing concerns that the products circumvent the state’s long-standing ban on gambling. According to West Hawaii Today, State Rep. Scot Matayoshi, Chair of the House Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee, introduced House Bill 2198 after online bettors placed US$448,667 on prediction markets... Read more »

Gambling technology entrepreneur Laurence Escalante has stepped down as CEO and Executive Chairman of social gaming operator Virtual Gaming Worlds after his arrest last week, according to The Straight. The founder of Virtual Gaming Worlds was arrested in Perth and appeared at Perth Magistrates Court on Friday after a police search of his home. He... Read more »

The circulation of money linked to igaming in Indonesia hit IDR286.8 trillion in 2025, according to the latest annual report from the country’s financial oversight body, the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center. Natsir Kongah, Coordinator of the Public Relations Substantive Group at the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center, said the agency recorded 422.1... Read more »

A Nevada court has temporarily barred Polymarket from offering event contracts in the state, joining a growing list of states that have taken legal action against prediction markets. According to Front Office Sports, the action follows the Nevada Gaming Control Board’s lawsuit against Polymarket on 15 January, in which the regulator argued that the company’s... Read more »

Igaming studio Greentube has expanded its presence in the US by partnering with iCasino operator PlayStar in New Jersey. Greentube’s portfolio of games will be available to PlayStar users in New Jersey, including new releases such as Piggy Prizes, Wand of Riches 2, Firecracker Frenzy, Empress Wealth, and Starlight Jackpots: Odds of the Gods. Other... Read more »

Islots developer 3 Oaks Gaming has secured registration from Peru’s gambling regulator, Mincetur, expanding further into Latin America. 3 Oaks Gaming can supply 56 of its titles to the regulated market through Peru-licensed operators. Through its entry into Peru, 3 Oaks is continuing to strengthen its presence throughout various regulated markets. Additionally, by entering the... Read more »

Ahead of Super Bowl LX, prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket have released contracts on the ads that will be featured during the game. For Polymarket, the contracts offered are only “Yes/No” bets. However, for Kalshi, the markets are more complex, including which celebrities will appear in the ads. According to CNBC, these markets have... Read more »

Online sports books in Missouri enjoyed high hold percentages in that state’s first month of legalized sports betting. The hold was 19.2%, according to figures released 30 January by Deutsche Bank. The amount represented the entire month of December. The Internet-based books in the Show Me State realized revenue of US$103.4 million on handle of... Read more »

Shares of Flutter Entertainment, corporate parent of FanDuel, remain “under pressure,” according to J.P. Morgan analyst Estelle Weingrod. She offered this view in a 30 January investor note that marked the inception of J.P. Morgan coverage of Flutter. Weingrod blamed the pressure on uncertainty and concern over slowing handle growth for Flutter products. Queried the... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has announced a policy shift away from a previously proposed ban on events contracts tied to sports outcomes. On January 29, the commodities regulator’s Chairman Michael Selig directed staff to withdraw a 2024 proposed rule banning trades on sports and political outcomes and to remove a 2025 advisory related to... Read more »

The National Council on Problem Gambling has announced that 1-800-MY-RESET will be the US National Problem Gambling Helpline number. The number is operational now and beginning to receive calls. Designed to be easily accessible and memorable, the National Council on Problem Gambling said the number was created to be neutral and non-stigmatising. The number calls... Read more »

Philippine gaming revenues fell by 5.1% to PHP 106.03 billion last year, according to figures released by the country’s gaming regulator PAGCOR. The reduced revenue was due to weaker performance from land-based casinos and the full removal of offshore gaming operators offset the online gambling growth. Despite the revenue drop, PAGCOR said its net income... Read more »

Caesars Sportsbook is rolling out what it described as its biggest Super Bowl Prop Betting menu to date, just in time for Super Bowl LX. The betting operator, which is currently licensed in 22 states, will offer thousands of props across player, team, game, and novelty categories, alongside deep statistical markets and analysis, and creative... Read more »

Ontario’s online gambling regulator, iGaming Ontario, has reported back-to-back record-breaking months with CA$425.4 million generated in total non-adjusted gross gaming revenue in December 2025. December was Ontario’s highest performing month since it launched online gambling in 2022. Total cash wagers hit CA$9.5 billion, up from CA$7.8 billion recorded the previous year. Average revenue per active... Read more »

Sportsbook and odds provider Kambi has become the official sports betting partner of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. The news follows the announcement last year that Kambi had been selected to take on FDJ’s role with consent from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, pending completion of specific conditions. Having met the conditions, Kambi... Read more »

Online casino Betly has partnered with online game developer Inspired Entertainment to expand its online casino game selection in West Virginia. Under the agreement, some of Inspired Entertainment’s online casino titles have been added to the Betly platform, including Wolf It Up! and Cops & Robbers Big Money. According to Betly Director of Interactive Casino... Read more »

A district official in the Sarangani Province of the Philippines has been accused of using PHP600,000 to fund online casino gambling. The alleged misuse of funds occurred in Calpidong District, in the municipality of Glan, according to Philippine News. The issue reportedly came to light after officials received a funding request for district programs sometime... Read more »

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has launched its Kalshi-powered prediction market nationwide for US customers. The feature, initially rolled out in a limited capacity, is available to users in all 50 states. Through the partnership with Kalshi, which operates as a US exchange regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, users can wager on all of Kalshi’s... Read more »

Online casino games developer Octoplay has expanded its operations in the US-regulated market by launching in Michigan with BetMGM, FanDuel, Fanatics, and Rush Street Interactive. The launch signals Octoplay’s expansion efforts, following its US debut in New Jersey with Hard Rock Bet less than six months ago. Under the partnership, Octoplay’s gaming portfolio, including titles... Read more »

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has investigated six wagering businesses for breaching rules that prevent problem gambling, leaving online sportsbook PickleBet next to learn its fate. The businesses were found to have allowed self-excluded players to open wagering accounts and bet, and had advertised to those who had signed up to the self-exclusion register.... Read more »

Russia’s Finance Minister Anton Siluanov is reported to be looking to introduce online casino legislation in order to boost revenue in the country. According to reporting in Kommersant on Tuesday, cited by The Moscow Times, Siluanov sent a letter to President Vladimir Putin, which proposes lifting the country’s 2009 ban on online gambling to help... Read more »

A court order issued last week that would temporarily stop prediction market Kalshi from offering sports-event contracts in Massachusetts has been put on hold for now. Last week, Suffolk Superior Court Judge Christopher K. Barry-Smith ruled that Kalshi cannot offer sports betting products to residents of the state without first securing a proper gambling license,... Read more »

Caesars Palace Online Casino has paid out its biggest ever online jackpot with a New Jersey player winning US$1.2 million. The player, who is a member of the Caesars Rewards loyalty program, won the US$1.2 million jackpot from a US$30 wager on a slot game called MegaJackpots Cash Eruption.   The payout continues a strong... Read more »

A controversial bet taken on Polymarket in relation to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has triggered alarms in legal and political circles in the US, with the Coalition for Prediction Markets taking out an ad on Wednesday showing support for a ban on insider trading. The coalition is made up of numerous prediction market operators, including... Read more »

Online operator High Roller Technologies has revealed plans to launch prediction markets in the US. The announcement came as part of a shareholder update in which the operator reflected on the past year and discussed its 2026 strategy. Earlier this month, High Roller entered into a partnership with Crypto.com to expand into regulated prediction markets... Read more »

The Maine Gambling Control Unit is facing a lawsuit from Oxford Casino, one of the state’s two commercial casinos, over the legalization of online casino games. Oxford Casino claims that the state is unlawfully creating a monopoly by only licensing the Wabanaki Nations, according to the Portland Press Herald. Earlier this month, Governor Janet Mills... Read more »

A Massachusetts anti-gambling advocacy group has published a survey claiming that 56% of residents of the state oppose plans to legalize online gambling. The survey, commissioned by Stop Internet Gambling in Massachusetts and conducted by Emerson College Polling, comes as Massachusetts lawmakers debate the legalization of online gambling. House Bill 332 and Senate Bill 235... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has opened a new office in Washington, DC, as part of a broader effort to shape how regulators and lawmakers oversee the prediction market industry. The platform said the office will serve as its hub for federal and state government engagement, a signal of its intent to deepen policy influence amid growing... Read more »

Indonesia’s National Police force has reported a significant increase in online gambling cases, with authorities linking the rise to unemployment and a ‘fear of missing out’. During a speech at the Parliament building, Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo said online gambling addiction is being fueled by factors including low education, limited digital literacy, and... Read more »

A push to legalize online casinos in Virginia hit a roadblock last week after Senate Bill 118 failed to get past the Senate General Laws and Technology Gaming Subcommittee with a 3-4 vote against it.   Senator Mamie Locke introduced SB 118 at the beginning of the year. If approved, the bill would legalize online... Read more »

Predictions platform Polymarket has partnered with Soccer United Marketing, the commercial arm of the MLS, to become an official partner of the MLS and the Leagues Cup. Polymarket will provide official data for the MLS, MLS All-Star Game, the Audi MLS Cup, and the Leagues Cup. The prediction market will also work with the MLS... Read more »

A UFC match has been pulled from the fight card having faced scrutiny over suspicious online sports betting. UFC Chief Executive Dana White is reported to have received a call from the promotion’s gaming integrity service, according to MMAWeekly.com. The fight featuring Michael Johnson and Alexander Hernandez was quietly canceled on Saturday due to a... Read more »

Bloomberry Resorts’ online casino, MegaFUNalo, has partnered with Philippine gaming studio Gioco to integrate the studio’s games on its platform. Gioco’s locally developed gaming titles, such as Jeepney Go and Cash Cash Fiesta, will now be available to MegaFUNalo players. MegaFUNalo also revealed that it plans to add more Filipino games to its platform in... Read more »

After two days of investor meetings at ICE Barcelona, Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft returned with an armful of impressions. His views were shared in a 25 January investor note. The foremost topic on Wheatcroft’s mind was the rise of prediction markets. He reported that they were “the key discussion point across all meetings.... Read more »

Although a value-added tax in Colombia expired at the end of 2025, that country has imposed a new one on igaming providers, taxing gross gaming revenue at 19%. Even so, Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft remained upbeat on Rush Street Interactive (RSI). But he pivoted from estimating a 2026 cash-flow gain to RSI of... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has updated its revenue contribution to be paid by licensed bookmakers operating in the country, according to PhilStar Global. Jessa Mariz Fernandez, Head of PAGCOR Electronic Gaming Licensing Department, said the regulator will take a 15% share of gross gaming revenue from live sports betting and a 30% share from virtual... Read more »

A Maine lawmaker has introduced a bill to ban credit card use for online sports betting, aiming to limit the harm caused by problem gambling.   State Representative Marc Malon, the sponsor of Legislative Document 2080, says the bill will help Mainers struggling with gambling addiction, arguing that credit cards allow people to gamble beyond... Read more »

Icasino game provider BGaming has announced a partnership with ipoker platform PokerStars as part of its global expansion. Owned by global operator Flutter Entertainment, which also owns US sportsbook FanDuel, PokerStars will offer exposure to BGaming because of its high daily player volume. Its platform will offer BGaming’s entire portfolio of games to its players,... Read more »

Missouri’s gambling regulators have refused to ban wagers on college athletes, resisting pressure from the NCAA, as the new sports betting market is in its early stages, according to a report by The Associated Press. The Missouri Gaming Commission voted against changing its rules less than two months after legal sports betting began on 1... Read more »

Waiariki Mcllroy-Jones, Owner and Director of New Zealand ilottery company Jonez LRC Ltd., and his company have pleaded guilty in Christchurch District Court to conducting illegal gambling and making pecuniary gain from unlawful gambling. Mcllyroy-Jones was found to benefit from the sale of ilottery tickets offering prizes of high-value cars, boats, cash, and a freehold... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has emphasized the need for more regulatory enforcement in the igaming industry to help sustain growth in the sector. Speaking at ICE Barcelona last week, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco said the recent growth of igaming has exposed regulatory gaps that need to be updated to keep up with demand.... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR will start remitting 5% of its monthly gross income to the National Sports Development Fund of the Philippine Sports Commission from this month, according to the Commission’s Chairman, Patrick Gregorio. Gregorio said that PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco confirmed the move following a meeting last week, marking the full restoration of the... Read more »

BetMGM awarded over US$122 million in progressive jackpots in 2025, finishing the year with a significant jackpot for a Michigan player who won US$0.9 million from an US$8 bet on Bison Fury in December. The state with the most jackpots awarded was Michigan, which received US$42.6 million. Pennsylvania recorded the second-highest total, at US$29.7 million,... Read more »

Iowa lawmakers have introduced Senate File 2085, aimed at bringing federally regulated prediction market platforms under state oversight. This would be a sizable shift in how these platforms could operate within the state. Across the US, platforms like Kalshi and Robinhood are locked in a battle with states, arguing they fall under federal jurisdiction. State... Read more »

Philippine Cebu City Councillor Joe Garganera has proposed fines for gambling companies found advertising in public and private spaces. The Cebu City Anti-Gaming Ordinance builds on a resolution that Garganera sponsored on December 16, 2025. The original resolution showed strong opposition to all gambling advertisements and assigned city officials to monitor. The new ordinance adds... Read more »

A Brooklyn federal judge has handed down the first prison sentence in an NBA betting scandal involving players Terry Rozier and Jontay Porter. Timothy McCormack, a self-described gambling addict, was given a two-year prison sentence for defrauding sportsbooks by using information that was not publicly available to profit from wagers tied to the performances of... Read more »

FanDuel on Tuesday announced its “Play with a Plan” campaign that empowers customers to make their own informed decisions about individual play. A news release said “Play with a Plan” is “a comprehensive initiative” across all FanDuel products. Guided by behavioral research, the program features existing responsible gaming tools to promote introspective decision-making and proactive... Read more »

Missouri regulators are set to decide this week whether to ban certain college sports wagers, less than two months after legal sports betting began in the state. According to FOX4, the Missouri Gaming Commission is considering proposals that would remove individual player prop bets and possibly other college markets from the list of permitted wagers.... Read more »

Offshore gambling sites are using the tennis grand slam tournament Australian Open to illegally promote their services to bettors, according to The Guardian. Regulators and industry groups have raised concerns about the growth of offshore platforms, which operate outside Australian law and offer no protection to players. One unlicensed online casino, Vegastars, recently offered front-row... Read more »

The Ministry of Digital Economy in Thailand announced that, since 1 October, the Thai government has shut down 180,000 illegal gambling websites as it continues to crack down on cybercrime in the country, according to the Bangkok Post. The number of illegal URLs and social media pages in the country totals more than 220,000, with... Read more »

A group of Native American tribes has argued that prediction market operators like Kalshi are diverting money away from tribal casinos, according to a new court brief. According to Decrypt, the brief was filed by the Indian Gaming Association and 16 federally recognized Native American tribes, in support of the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection,... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR is compiling a position paper that it plans to present to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) – the central bank – in a bid to have it reverse the delinking of licensed online gaming sites from e-wallet providers. PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco revealed the plan in an... Read more »

Leaders of the Indian Gaming Association and the American Gaming Association confronted the threat posed by prediction markets in a session at ICE 2026 in Barcelona on Tuesday. Referring to the breadth of events contracts being traded, American Gaming Association Vice President of Government Relations Tres York said the prediction markets were contributing to a... Read more »

New York lawmakers have reopened the debate over legal online casino gambling, with a new bill that would allow residents to play online casino games. Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. filed the bill in the Senate earlier in the month, while Assembly member Carrie Woerner introduced a companion measure. The proposal would extend online casino licenses... Read more »

Philippine online gambling operator DigiPlus Interactive has launched a series of digital casino games in association with boxer Manny Pacquiao. The games, which will be available on DigiPlus’ platforms, BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, are a further expansion of the company’s use of celebrity-linked content to help expand user engagement across its sites. According to DigiPlus,... Read more »

A Massachusetts judge has ruled that prediction market Kalshi cannot offer sports betting products to state residents without securing a proper gaming license. The decision delivers a significant legal setback to the prediction market industry, as battles between these operators and state regulatory bodies continue across the country. According to Reuters, the ban could come... Read more »

IGT PlayDigital has broadened its operations in Peru by partnering with local operators, Apuesta Total and Atlantic City. Various IGT-developed gaming titles will be available on the two platforms, including new online games as well as well-known titles from land-based markets. Among the new titles that Peru players can enjoy is the Magic Treasures collection,... Read more »

Operating fees recently introduced by the Philippine gaming regulator, PAGCOR, may reshape the country’s online gaming landscape in 2026, according to reports. PAGCOR outlined raised minimum revenue and fee requirements for licensed online gaming operators and administrators in a December 2025 memorandum. Under the rules, platforms are required to generate at least PHP30 billion in... Read more »

Sports entertainment company DAZN has partnered with predictions platform Polymarket to launch prediction trading features on its platform. As part of the agreement, DAZN’s sports entertainment platform, which offers live and on-demand sports viewing, will integrate Polymarket’s real-time data and odds into its streaming services, giving sports fans shifting probabilities and outcomes as they watch.... Read more »

India’s Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act has yet to be formally published, leaving online skill-gaming companies in regulatory uncertainty. According to Storyboard18, a batch of petitions is waiting to be heard by India’s Supreme Court on January 21, 2026, before a three-judge bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant. Public litigation, filed by... Read more »

The trial of Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig is set to start on January 20 in downtown Los Angeles. The 35-year-old ex-MLB all-star is charged with obstruction of justice and two counts of making false statements to federal agents. Puig could have walked away on probation, but chose to face criminal proceedings in a... Read more »

New figures from the Illinois Gaming Board reveal a notable drop in sports betting activity since the state introduced a new gambling tax last year. Initially, a US$0.25 tax was implemented on the first 20 million wagers at each sportsbook last September, and a US$0.50 tax on every wager beyond that threshold. Major sportsbook operators,... Read more »

Forty-five foreign nationals have been deported from Myanmar for committing various online crimes, including online gambling and telecom fraud, in the Myawady–Shwe Kokko region of the Kayin State. Of the 45 individuals who were repatriated, 17 were from Ethiopia, 16 from Uganda, 11 from the Philippines, and 1 from Madagascar, according to Myanmar Digital News.... Read more »

Iowa lawmakers are drafting legislation that would give state regulators the necessary authority to act against unlicensed sports betting platforms operating in the state. According to We Are Iowa, a pre-filed bill for the upcoming legislative session proposed granting Iowa’s gambling regulator, the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, explicit power to issue cease-and-desist orders and... Read more »

The Mississippi House will attempt to legalize mobile sports betting for its third consecutive year, with new provisions introduced in the legislature aimed at persuading Senate lawmakers who have shown continued resistance. House Gaming Committee Chairman Casey Eure, a Republican from Saucier, said the new bill redirected all state revenue from online sports betting to... Read more »

Paysafe president of global gaming Zak Cutler has said the business is expecting a large-scale shift towards greater crypto adoption by regulated operators over the next 12 to 24 months. Reflecting on day one at ICE 2026 in Barcelona yesterday, Cutler said conversations with operators have revealed that they all have their “own unique set... Read more »

Data from India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology shows that offshore igaming sites are attracting significant traffic from India, despite the government blocking more than 7,800 platforms. Ministry officials say that 242 illegal betting and gambling links have recently been blocked. Yet, many restricted sites continue to receive hundreds of thousands of visits from... Read more »

Prediction market operator Polymarket is facing its first major legal challenge in Nevada, as the state’s gaming regulator has sued to block the company from offering sports event contracts in the state. The Nevada Gaming Control Board filed for a court order this week in Carson City district court, seeking an injunction to stop what... Read more »

Oklahoma lawmakers are gearing up to renew the debate over legalizing sports betting when the next legislative session begins, as advocates push to finalize measures that stalled last year. State Senator Bill Coleman has been pushing for the legalization. Last fall, Coleman hosted an interim study that brought legislators, tribal representatives, and industry stakeholders together... Read more »

India’s law enforcement body, the Enforcement Directorate, has filed charges against ibetting site Magicwin in connection with an alleged money laundering case, according to The Times of India. The chargesheet was filed on 15 January before a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act court in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and follows an investigation by the Ahmedabad cybercrime... Read more »

The NFL and the PGA Tour will continue to block players from endorsing prediction market platforms, despite growing adoption of such products by other leagues and athletes. Both organizations restrict player relationships with gambling-related companies, saying prediction markets are treated the same as other gambling-related activities under existing league rules, pointing to unresolved regulatory questions... Read more »

India’s government blocked 242 illegal igaming websites and related links on 16 January, taking the total number of blocked platforms to 7,800 since a national ban took effect in August, according to the Business Standard. The action targeted sites offering real-money igaming, as enforcement continued under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025.... Read more »

Traders at Goldman Sachs are reportedly looking to enter the prediction market industry, according to a report by The Telegraph. In recent weeks, the Chief Executive of Golden Sachs, David Solomon, has said he has been meeting with the bosses of major prediction markets to explore opportunities. Soloman said, “I personally met with the two... Read more »

A Philippine senator wants to amend the country’s Bank Secrecy Law to give authorities more powers to investigate suspected financial crimes. Senator Jinggoy Estrada is promoting Senate Bill No. 1047, which would introduce exceptions to the existing law that would allow the country’s central bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, and the court system to look... Read more »

A bipartisan group of senators has urged the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to study what they described as a “rapid rise” in underage online sports betting. Senators Katie Britt and Dick Durbin led the appeal in a letter to acting Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Jim O’Neill, calling for a... Read more »

The NCAA has renewed its push for stronger restrictions on collegiate sports betting, urging state gambling regulators to eliminate individual proposition bets after news broke that 15 former NCAA players were involved in a gambling scandal. Federal authorities charged 26 individuals with a point-shaving and bribery scheme in which athletes altered their performance so fixers... Read more »

Everi has launched the first installation of its mobile gaming solution, Vi, with the Muscogee Nation in Oklahoma. The solution will be delivered through Everi’s mobile service, BeOn, and the platform will provide digital games, its digital payment solution, CashClub Wallet, along with its anti-money laundering solution, and its loyalty platform, Trilogy. The launch will... Read more »

The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission has published its Standards & Requirements for Internet Gaming ahead of the launch of the regulated market later this year. Registration opened on January 13 as amendments to the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation came into force. The 85-page document lays out a regulatory framework for future operators... Read more »

Philippine Stock Exchange-listed igaming supplier PhilWeb has partnered with Hann Casino to run the Clark Freeport Zone-based resort’s online gaming platform. Hann Casino Resort is part of the Hann Holdings group, owned by South Korean gaming executive Dae Sik Han. Han told InsiderPH that the partnership is expected to raise their share in the online... Read more »

NCAA President Charlie Baker has written to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission requesting that prediction market operators stop offering prediction markets tied to college sports. Baker requested that additional safeguards be put in place before prediction market platforms can offer contracts on collegiate athletes again, including stronger oversight by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. In... Read more »

Online slot and table games supplier S Gaming is set to enter the US market through a new partnership with BetMGM. The rollout will begin in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Michigan, marking the first US-facing venture for S Gaming, which currently supplies several regulated operators in the UK market. BetMGM will include a... Read more »

Sports, media, and igaming AI builder InsightPlay.ai has raised US$500,000 in a recent seed funding round. The funding was backed by industry veterans and strategic investors who possess strong knowledge of the igaming, payments, and data industries, including those who have worked for the likes of operators Evoke, DraftKings, Better Collective, and Scientific Games. Funds... Read more »

Mohegan Digital has revealed that a combined US$1.5 million was won on two slots from the Huff N’ Puff series at the Mohegan Sun Online Casino in December. Two online players each won a jackpot worth US$750,000. The first jackpot was won on December 17 by a player from Connecticut on Huff N’ Even More... Read more »

Bet365 and Playtech have launched live casino studios in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, expanding their joint footprint in the regulated US market. The studios, now live in both states, feature a total of 10 live tables, which include roulette, baccarat, and blackjack, all branded and operated exclusively for Bet365 players in each jurisdiction. Playtech Chief... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet has launched a live dealer roulette product in New Jersey, allowing players to wager on the same roulette wheel used at an Atlantic City casino. The game, Atlantic City Live Roulette, is streamed directly from the casino floor of the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, enabling online players to play alongside in-person... Read more »

A newly formed industry group advocating for prediction market platforms has revealed the addition of two high-profile former US lawmakers to its leadership team. The move underscores the growing political push behind this emerging sector, as battles continue in the US court systems between state regulators and prediction market operators regarding who has the right... Read more »

Google Ads has tightened its India-focused gambling and games advertising rules, confirming that ads for rummy and daily fantasy sports will not be permitted from January 21, 2026. The restriction will be applied across Google’s entire advertising network for campaigns directed at Indian audiences. The evolving Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, is... Read more »

Predictions platform Polymarket featured in the broadcast of this year’s Golden Globe Awards, marking what the company said was its most visible mainstream appearance to date. During the three-hour awards ceremony, hosts periodically referenced Polymarket’s live odds while announcing winners in several categories. According to Polymarket Chief Executive Shayne Coplan, traders on the platform correctly... Read more »

Wisconsin lawmakers are preparing to revisit legislation that would permit online sports wagering through the state’s tribal casinos, with an Assembly vote expected early this year. While Assembly leaders anticipate action soon, the timing of a Senate vote remains uncertain. The proposal would allow the state’s native tribes to offer mobile sports wagering by changing... Read more »

London-based sports data consultancy, Moon Intelligence, plans to launch a venture capital platform as it begins to accelerate its expansion into the US. Entrepreneurs in the gambling markets will be the primary market for the platform, as it is designed to attract small businesses in the early stages. The firm will provide funding and mentoring... Read more »

Data published by the Illinois Gaming Board shows that 6.4 million fewer wagers were placed year-on-year in the state in October 2025, leading to a warning from the Sports Betting Alliance that the state’s high sports betting tax could weaken its regulated market.   The data suggests that sports bettors in the state are pulling... Read more »

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Tennessee’s attempt to force prediction market Kalshi to halt its sports-related contracts in the state, marking a significant development in a broader legal battle over the regulation of event-based trading platforms. According to CoinDesk, the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council had previously sent cease-and-desist letters to Kalshi, as well as... Read more »

The American Gaming Association and the Indian Gaming Association have written a joint letter to the US Senate and the House of Representatives addressing sports event contracts. The letter describes sports events contracts as “indistinguishable from legal sports betting,” and comments on how, since prediction markets launched in January 2025, they have expanded to offer... Read more »

Geolocation and compliance technology firm Xpoint has expanded its North American presence by launching in Missouri. Xpoint noted that it was licensed with the state’s gambling regulator, the Missouri Gaming Commission, and went live in Missouri on December 1, the day of Missouri’s sports betting launch. Xpoint committed to ensuring that all player activity it... Read more »

Bookmaker BoomBet has confirmed it will shut down its online wagering operation in Australia. According to The Straight, the company advised customers that betting activity on its platform will cease on January 21, with all accounts closing shortly after. Initially launching as SportsBetting.com.au in 1998, the Northern Territory-licensed bookmaker rebranded to BoomBet in 2021. In... Read more »

Sports wagering provider Beter has secured approval to launch in North Carolina, its sixth US state, enabling it to launch Setka Cup table tennis tournaments in the state. Beter received approval from North Carolina’s gambling regulator, the North Carolina State Lottery Commission. Beter Chief Executive Gal Ehrlich said, “In 2026, Beter has ambitious plans for... Read more »

Mohegan on Monday promoted Guy Greene to Chief Marketing Officer for its igaming division, Mohegan Digital. A news release said Greene will lead comprehensive strategies and oversee the marketing and advertising teams supporting Mohegan Digital’s igaming footprint, which includes Mohegan Sun Online Casino in Connecticut; PlayFallsViewCasino.com in Ontario, Canada; Mohegan Pennsylvania Online Casino; and the recently launched Mohegan Pennsylvania Online... Read more »

Aristocrat Leisure’s online content “will take longer than forecast to ramp-up,” Jefferies Equity Research analyst Kai Erman said in a 12 January investor note. Long-term growth, Erman wrote, could be driven by online-lottery contracts. However, delays in deploying new content would “see a more marginal contribution to group growth” and return on investment. Content-driven estimates,... Read more »

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing has proposed a bill that would expand the enforcement powers of the state’s gambling regulator, the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, enabling it to send cease-and-desist letters to illegal igaming sites. The proposal represents a shift from the Gaming Commission’s use of public warnings and consumer advisory... Read more »

The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council has targeted three major prediction market operators with cease-and-desist letters, according to documents published by gaming attorney Daniel Wallach. The Council sent letters to Kalshi, Polymarket, and the North American Derivatives Exchange, which is operated by Crypto.com, on 9 January. The letters ordered the platforms to immediately stop offering sports... Read more »

Game development company Gaming Corps has announced a partnership with BetMGM to provide its full portfolio of games to Ontario players. BetMGM will be the exclusive provider of Gaming Corps’ complete portfolio until it is rolled out more widely in the market. Ontario players will have access to an array of Gaming Corps slot titles,... Read more »

Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy has taken to social media to ask Sinulog Festival organizers to not accept sponsorships from gambling operators in order to preserve the religious sanctity of the festival. The Sinulog Festival is a cultural and religious celebration held annually on the third Sunday of January in Cebu, Philippines. The plea from the... Read more »

Prediction market platform Polymarket has become the exclusive partner of the Golden Globes, bringing market-driven elements to last night’s event.   The partnership was designed to give viewers a new way to interact with the award show and enhance audience engagement by providing integrated branding alongside its real-time markets. During the 83rd awards show, Polymarket... Read more »

Online casino games developer Incentive Games has partnered with online operator Bet365 to launch its real-money gaming titles worldwide, including in US states. The first wave of real-money games supplied by Incentive Games will be available on Bet365 platforms this year, with additional releases to follow. The collaboration underscores Incentive Games’ mission to provide its... Read more »

Indonesia’s financial regulator, the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center, has reported increased use of crypto and QR payments alongside a decline in online gambling deposits in 2025. Online gambling is illegal in Indonesia, but Tempo.co reports that the regulator has recorded a decline in online gambling deposits from IDR51 trillion in 2024 to IDR36... Read more »

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has fined sportsbook operator FanDuel Canada CA$350,000 over a failure to report suspicious betting patterns. According to the regulator, FanDuel took 144 bets from three Ontario-based accounts on matches in the Czech Table Tennis Star Series between October 23 and November 30, 2024. An investigation found these accounts... Read more »

Maine is poised to make a historic shift in its gambling laws by becoming the eighth state in the US to legalize online gambling, despite previous opposition from Gov. Janet Mills’ administration. Mills announced Thursday that she would allow LD 1164 to become law, meaning that the state’s four Wabanaki Nations; the Passamaquoddy Tribe, the... Read more »

Bragg Gaming Group plans to reduce its workforce by 12% at an anticipated cost of €10 million, including termination costs, during the first quarter of 2026. The company expects to save around €4.5 million annually through the reduction in staff numbers and other restructuring measures. Bragg recently announced a new initiative to utilize artificial intelligence,... Read more »

Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi is now in custody in China after authorities accused him of running a network of online gambling, fraud, and other illegal operations across borders. US prosecutors said Chen claimed to generate US$30 million a day. Chinese police took Chen into custody this week following cooperation between Beijing and Phnom Penh, which... Read more »

Madison Square Garden Sports Corporation, which owns the NHL’s New York Rangers, has entered a commercial partnership with Polymarket, naming it as the Rangers’ official prediction market partner. Polymarket will receive in-arena exposure throughout Rangers home games at Madison Square Garden, including LED signage, digitally enhanced dasher boards, on-ice contests, and concourse activations. The partnership... Read more »

The Kansas Lottery has chosen online lottery supplier Instant Win Gaming to supply a range of digital instant-win games under a new long-term deal.  The partnership, which is an expansion of the Kansas ilottery platform launched earlier this year, will see Instant Win Gaming providing a range of instant lottery games to the Kansas Lottery... Read more »

Global gaming supplier IGT has inked a multi-year extension to its agreement to supply Rhode Island’s online and retail sports betting platform. The two-year contract extension will run through at least November 2028 and will see the IGT PlaySports division remain at the core of Sportsbook Rhode Island, which has been the state’s only online... Read more »

A coalition of Native American tribes has filed a legal brief supporting the Ho-Chunk Nation’s bid to block contracts offered on tribal land by prediction markets Kalshi and Robinhood. According to an article published by Bloomberg, the move represents another escalation in a broader legal battle over the rapidly expanding online prediction market sector. In... Read more »

Operator Matchbook has partnered with technology provider First to launch its Brazil sportsbook platform. As part of the collaboration, Matchbook’s betting exchange and fixed odds will be combined with First’s technology to expand Matchbook’s sportsbook, enhancing scalability, localisation, and operational reliability. First Chief Executive Adriano Rodrigues said, “The joint presence of Matchbook and First on... Read more »

Polymarket has declined to settle more than US$10.5 million in wagers linked to the US military action in Venezuela, prompting criticism from traders who argue that the capture of the then-president Nicolás Maduro should qualify. The disputed market focused on whether the US would invade Venezuela before 31 January 2026. Traders placed the bulk of... Read more »

An organization that unites Chinese businesses in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, the Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has urged authorities to step up enforcement and strengthen coordination among agencies to curb online gambling. The chamber said it supports Sabah government efforts led by State Minister of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation James Ratib.... Read more »

Bragg Gaming Group has partnered with igaming data science company Golden Whale Productions to expand its use of AI as part of a target to become a fully AI-first company by 2027. Under the agreement, Bragg will integrate Golden Whale’s machine learning and proprietary AI models (also known as Foundation) into its player account management... Read more »

A class-action lawsuit filed in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan on December 30 accuses DraftKings of flouting state internet gambling laws in numerous states. The lawsuit alleges that DraftKings failed to include mandated consumer protections on its sports betting platform. The plaintiff, Michigan resident Michael Koester, argues that DraftKings allows... Read more »

Indiana lawmakers have moved a step closer to legalizing online lottery ticket sales, but are simultaneously considering a ban on sweepstakes sites. The House Public Policy Committee voted 9-3 on Tuesday to move forward with HB 1078, which would allow online sales, something that lottery officials have been keen on for years. They argue that... Read more »

World Pool, the pari-mutuel betting pool operated by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, saw a 20% increase in turnover on overseas horse races in 2025. All of Hong Kong’s Group 1 contests were run as World Pool races for the first time in 2025, generating HK$1.6 billion in turnover. This brought the total turnover across... Read more »

Game development studio Peter & Sons has partnered with Ontario operator Casino Time, in collaboration with Light & Wonder, to strengthen its presence in the province. As part of the move, Casino Time players will be able to access Peter & Sons’ extensive collection of casino titles, including Barbarossa Dragon Empire, Bad Santa, and Zombie... Read more »

Flutter Entertainment’s FanDuel will ask a US court later this week to dismiss a lawsuit that could expose major sportsbook operators to significant financial claims under a law dating back more than 300 years. The case, filed last year in Washington, DC, by Delaware firm DC Gambling Recovery, targets FanDuel alongside rivals such as DraftKings... Read more »

Gamecheck has been named the headline sponsor of the Sustainable Gambling Zone at ICE Barcelona, January 19-21, at Fira Barcelona Gran Via. Gamecheck Founder James Elliott noted the SGZ represents the industry’s leading platform for advancing player protection and safer gambling practices. “The Sustainable Gambling Zone has been at the forefront of developments impacting safe gambling... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Total igaming revenue for November 2025 in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island added up to USUS$835.6 million versus US$714.4 million... Read more »

BetMGM has partnered with FashionTV Gaming Group to launch exclusive FashionTV-branded games on its igaming platforms. FashionTV is broadcast in over 200 countries, reaching audiences across television, digital, and social media with a focus on fashion, travel, and high-society entertainment. The launch will include two table games, FashionTV Blackjack and FashionTV Roulette. The games will... Read more »

Taiwan prosecutors have confirmed the arrests of 35 people for laundering illegal gaming proceeds of over NT$30.6 billion through payment processing platforms. Officials from the Taipei District Prosecutors’ Office said the operator of the Ming Shiang Yuan Café (a man with the surname Lo, 41) was charged with money laundering, organized crime, and illegal online... Read more »

Better Collective’s neuroscience-based responsible gambling provider, Mindway AI, has partnered with sportsbook operator DraftKings to enhance its responsible gambling initiatives. Mindway AI’s player behavior tool, Gamalyze, will be integrated into DraftKings’ Responsible Gambling Center, supporting the operator’s efforts to provide detailed feedback to players, helping them to gamble responsibly. According to Mindway AI, Gamalyze differs... Read more »

Anti-igaming advocacy group, the National Association Against iGaming, has published a study revealing that 64% of Maine residents oppose the introduction of igaming in the state. The poll comes ahead of a three-day window this week for Gov. Janet Mills to veto the legalization of igaming in Maine. Commissioned by the coalition, which includes a... Read more »

Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly Robin Vos has revealed that lawmakers are still working on a bipartisan bill to legalize online sports betting in the state, adding that a vote in the Assembly is expected. In a December 30 interview reported by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the Republican lawmaker alluded to the fact that... Read more »

Igaming technology provider Fast Track has said that, following its February acquisition of the gameplay risk management company Greco, it has fully integrated the group into one of its core products for the new year. Fast Track, which operates in the US and several European countries, noted that Greco’s transition into its vast product umbrella... Read more »

An ongoing class-action lawsuit against Australian betting company Sportsbet is set to expand significantly after a ruling by the Supreme Court of Victoria, according to The Straight. The court ruled in October that affected customers must be informed they will automatically be considered as group members in the action unless they opt out by 13... Read more »

An app that blocks iagming platforms, Gamban, has been translated into Japanese, with some hoping that it will help suffering gambling addicts in the country. Gamban, developed in the United Kingdom, is available through a Japanese-language website, providing users in Japan with easier access to the service. The app blocks gambling websites and gambling software... Read more »

A bill proposed by U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres – the Public Integrity in Financial Prediction Markets Act of 2026 – targets the use of insider trading on prediction markets and would ban federal elected officials, political appointees, and executive branch employees from using the platforms, according to Punchbowl News Founder Jake Sherman. The bill has... Read more »

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti said his office has issued cease-and-desist orders to more than three dozen icasinos operating in the state, citing that they offer “predatory and unregulated gambling operations.” Sweepstakes casinos typically mimic real-money brands by offering games like slots, table games, instant wins, and bingo. They do not fall under traditional gambling... Read more »

A class-action lawsuit filed in federal court in Virginia alleges Canadian rapper Drake, online streamer Adin Ross, and an Australian national used money linked to an icasino to artificially boost streaming figures for Drake’s music catalog. Brought by two Virginia residents, the complaint accused the defendants of promoting real-money gambling on the icasino site Stake.us... Read more »

A study conducted by two Rice University researchers suggests that legalized sports betting was associated with significant increases in crime, adding to growing scrutiny of the policy in US states that adopted regulated wagering after 2018. The peer-reviewed study analyzed crime data from markets with professional sports teams in 12 states, including those with teams... Read more »

A month after cutting ties with the American Gaming Association, DraftKings formally announced the launch of its prediction-market products. The 19 December disclosure affects 38 states and the District of Columbia, including non-sports betting states California, Georgia, and Texas. DraftKings incepted event contracts without going through Railbird, the prediction-market firm it bought for a reported... Read more »

Australian soccer’s governing body, Football Australia, has banned three former players following investigations into gambling-related offenses. The former Western United midfielder Riku Danzaki has been banned for seven years, while ex-Macarthur FC players Clayton Lewis and Kearyn Baccus have each received bans of at least four years, following the outcome of criminal cases. The Japanese... Read more »

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has filed lawsuits against Michigan, Illinois, and Connecticut over their attempts to regulate prediction markets. The lawsuits, filed Thursday, argue that the states lack legal authority to impose their own rules on prediction market platforms, which allow users to trade on the outcomes of events such as sports, elections, and economic events.... Read more »

Congressman Abe Hamadeh has called on federal regulators to review the partnership between news broadcaster CNN and prediction market platform Kalshi, warning that the deal posed risks to market integrity and even national security. In a letter to Commodity Futures Trading Commission Acting Chairwoman Caroline D. Pham, Hamadeh requested details on how the regulator is... Read more »

Geolocation and compliance firm Xpoint has secured a fresh round of funding, which is being led by investment firm Bettor Capital. Xpoint said the investment would be used for research and development and to expand its product and engineering teams. The company said this would support the rollout of new products into new regulated markets.... Read more »

Casino games supplier Wazdan has launched its content with Caesars Entertainment’s online platforms in West Virginia. The rollout means Wazdan content is now available on Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino in the state. The launch was handled through gaming technology provider Light & Wonder, adding Wazdan’s 9 Coins... Read more »

Indonesia has recorded a decline in online gambling transactions in 2025, which the government attributed to tighter enforcement and more targeted intervention across digital and financial channels. Data from the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center revealed that online gambling turnover through the third quarter of 2025 reached IDR 155 trillion. That marked a 57%... Read more »

Prediction market platforms could expand dramatically and reach about US$1 trillion in annual trading volume by the end of this decade, according to a report from gaming consultants Eilers & Krejcik. The report says sports prediction markets are expected to be a major driver of growth, accounting for roughly 44% of long-term trading activity. These... Read more »

Ontario’s online gaming revenue broke records in November, with total non-adjusted gross gaming revenue reaching CA$406.2 million, marking the first time revenue surpassed the CA$400 million mark. According to figures published by Ontario’s online gaming regulator, iGaming Ontario, revenue is up 39.1% compared to the previous year’s total of CA$292 million. Compared to October, total... Read more »

PointsBet Holdings has announced the appointment of Andrew Catterall as Group Chief Executive. Catterall succeeds Sam Swanell, who will remain with the company through the transition and handover period before taking on an advisory role. Catterall, who is currently Chief Executive for PointsBet’s Australian operations, will step into the new role on February 1, 2026.... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet has added a personalization section to its sportsbook app, giving users a more customized view of betting content based on their past activity. The feature, called ‘For You’, appears on the sportsbook home screen and pulls together games, teams, leagues, and markets linked to a player’s past activity and stated preferences. Users... Read more »

Online trading platform Robinhood is expected to benefit more than cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase from the growth of prediction markets, according to a survey by Japanese investment bank Mizuho. The bank said its research showed that Robinhood users planned to fund prediction market activity primarily with fresh capital, which the bank said could limit the extent... Read more »

Casino supplier Bragg Gaming Group has launched its proprietary igaming content with operator Blaze in Brazil. The launch saw Blaze add Bragg’s full library of Brazil-approved content, consisting of approximately 80 games, including Electric Jungle and Mighty Mountain. Blaze Head of iGaming Integration Jorge Domingos said, “The launch of Bragg’s full suite of content is... Read more »

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has warned casinos and sportsbooks not to get involved with prediction markets. During a hearing for the House Gaming Oversight Committee on Tuesday, Executive Director Kevin O’Toole, outlined the regulator’s concerns, saying that apps like Kalshi and Polymarket were offering a wagering platform that operated “entirely outside of Pennsylvania’s comprehensive... Read more »

The City Council of Cebu City in the Philippines has introduced a gambling advertisement ban, which it says is in response to worries about gambling addiction and the exposure of minors. The ban was passed on Wednesday and applies to all forms of gambling advertisements, including billboards, posters, printed materials, digital promotions, and LED screens.... Read more »

Robinhood is expanding its prediction markets platform by now offering its customers the ability to place NFL parlay and prop bets. Launching this week, customers can place parlay-style trades and player-specific wagers on professional football outcomes and individual performances, moving beyond simple yes/no market bets. These new features include preset combos, which are multi-outcome contracts... Read more »

The proposed new regulatory regime for online casinos in New Zealand will include a ban on credit card payments, according to Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden. The news comes as the government works on passing the Online Casino Bill, which would grant licenses to up to 15 operators to launch by late 2026. As... Read more »

Public concern about the expansion of legal sports betting in the US has grown over the past three years, according to a survey conducted earlier this month by the Washington Post and the University of Maryland. The poll found that 36% of Americans viewed the growing number of states allowing sports wagering as “a bad... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has secured front-of-kit sponsorship for all ten teams competing in the inaugural season of six-a-side entertainment football league, the Baller League USA. The competition will launch in February 2026 and blends competitive play with celebrity and influencer involvement. It is scheduled to begin in Miami and follows earlier editions staged in Germany... Read more »

A US senator is calling for the federal government to take a bigger role in regulating sports betting to reduce the risk of corruption and addiction, according to comments made to political newspaper The Hill. Sen. Richard Blumenthal warned that the rapid expansion of legal gambling had increased the risk of its negative impacts. He... Read more »

Casino game developer White Hat Studios has announced the launch of its content in West Virginia, through a partnership with Delaware North to launch on its mobile sportsbook and casino, Betly. A selection of White Hat Studios’ casino games will be available to Betly players. Among them are several branded slots, including those based on... Read more »

As part of a wider crackdown on illegal betting, the Bangladesh Cricket Board has confirmed that it will make match-fixing a criminal offense after players in the Bangladesh Premier League were flagged for suspicious activity, following the promotion of sports betting ads by broadcast platforms. The news was confirmed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s Integrity... Read more »

Sportradar shareholders have elected Breon Corcoran, Chief Executive of online trading provider IG Group, to its board of directors, with the appointment taking effect on 11 December 2025. Corcoran previously held the position of Chairman of the board of directors at digital marketplace and auction house Auction Technology Group from August 2022 to August 2024.... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has reiterated its commitment to addressing problem gambling with the launch of a 24/7 problem gambling helpline, set to debut next year. Speaking at G2E Asia, Assistant Vice President of PAGCOR’s Gaming Licensing and Development Department, Vina Claudette Oca, emphasized that the helpline would protect players and enhance public trust in... Read more »

Sports betting supplier Altenar has partnered with Brazil-licensed sports wagering brand Brasil da Sorte, to power the betting operations of the sportsbook. The agreement follows Altenar’s recent appointment of three new hires in Brazil to support regulatory and commercial operations in the market. In its first year as a licensed sports betting operator in Brazil,... Read more »

Independent casino game developer Thunderkick has entered a partnership with online casino operator PointsBet in Ontario. Established in Australia in 2017, Thunderkick has been active in the Canadian province since Ontario launched its regulated online gambling market in April 2022. The software studio received licensing approval from the province’s gambling regulator, the Alcohol and Gaming... Read more »

Betting content and igaming provider, Beter, has partnered with online sportsbook provider, Meridianbet, to integrate its esports and sports content into its platform. Bettors across 18 licensed jurisdictions in Europe, Africa, and Latin America including Peru, will gain access to Meridianbets’ esports tournament series, eSportsBattle, along with its Setka Cup table tennis series. Gal Ehrlich,... Read more »

Philippine online casino operator linked to the real estate and leisure group Belle Corp, Buenas PH, has been announced as the presenting partner for “Battle of the Streamers,” hosted by online gaming broadcast network YGS Live. As part of the partnership, Buenas PH branding will be prominently featured throughout the streaming series and its grand... Read more »

Crypto exchange Coinbase Global will be announcing the launch of a prediction market, along with tokenized equities, this week. According to Bloomberg, Coinbase will announce the two products at a showcase on December 17. Coinbase executives have previously disclosed their interest in entering both prediction markets and tokenized equities, with the latter expected to be... Read more »

Myanmar’s newly established committee to combat online gambling has held its first meeting at the Areindama Hall of the Myanmar Police Force Headquarters. The Central Committee on Combating Telecom Fraud and Online Gambling was established on December 10 by the Office of the National Defence and Security Council to oversee and serve as a focal... Read more »

India’s financial investigation agency, the Enforcement Directorate, has ordered the provisional attachment of assets valued at approximately INR1.2 billion belonging to trading platform Probo Media and its directors’ relatives. Probo Media runs the Probo platform, an app and website that offers yes/no event contracts. Investigators claim that the platform promoted online gambling while being presented... Read more »

Australian journalists have uncovered a link between the lobby group, 36 Months, that pushed for a high-profile youth social media ban in the country and advertising firm Finch, which is behind campaigns for betting companies like Entain-owned Ladbrokes, Sportsbet, and CrownBet. Investigative reporting by Crikey discovered that 36 Months was partly founded and funded by... Read more »

US professional table tennis league, Major League Table Tennis, is embracing sports betting for the ongoing 2025-26 season by partnering with sports technology firms IC360 and Alt Sports Data. The league has announced that the partnerships will create the framework for league-approved sports betting, which could launch early in 2026. IC360 will oversee compliance, utilizing... Read more »

The Sports Betting Alliance has appointed American Gaming Association Senior Vice President of Strategic Communications Joe Maloney as its new president and chief executive. The move marks a significant leadership transition for the US gaming advocacy group. Maloney brings more than 20 years of experience in sports, gaming, and strategic communications to the role. Maloney... Read more »

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that the constitutional challenge to the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act 2025 will be heard on January 21, 2026, before a three-judge bench, despite calls from the gaming industry for an early hearing. According to Storyboard 18, earlier this week judges heard a plea for early... Read more »

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has obtained a designated contract market license after a five-year application process, allowing the company to compete with Kalshi and Polymarket in the US prediction market sector. The company first applied for the license in March 2020, with approval arriving this month. Gemini attributed the timing to what the company’s leadership described... Read more »

Kalshi and Crypto.com have convened the Coalition for Prediction Markets to advocate for federal oversight of prediction markets as regulatory disputes intensify across the US. The group, which also includes Coinbase, Robinhood, and Underdog, said it aims to protect access to federally supervised event-based trading and to counter state-level attempts to classify the products as... Read more »

Entain Chief Financial Officer Rob Wood announced today that he would be retiring in June, ending 13 years with the firm. He will be succeeded by Michael Snape, who also will assume Wood’s seat on the board on March 6. “It has been a privilege to be part of Entain’s growth over the last 13... Read more »

Major operators Sportsbet, Tabcorp, and Entain, have been accused of accepting millions in stolen funds from a former financial planner and failing to comply with mandatory responsible-gambling rules. ABC reports that the lawsuit against the trio of operators was filed in the Federal Court of Australia by convicted fraudster Gavin Fineff, who is serving a... Read more »

Indiana has become the latest state to look at restrictions on sweepstakes casinos, as lawmakers consider House Bill 1052, introduced by Rep. Ethan Manning. The bill would impose civil and criminal penalties on operators of social casinos that use dual-currency systems and offer cash prizes, while offering casino-style games such as slots, table games, bingo,... Read more »

The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council has fined two illegal sportsbooks a total of US$100,000 for operating without a license. Operators BetDSI and BetNow were each fined US$50,000, as part of the state’s ongoing crackdown on unlicensed sports betting platforms. The latest penalties mean that the total amount of fines levied against illegal operators is US$800,000,... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has introduced stricter responsible gaming controls in response to the rise in digital gambling activity. Speaking at G2E Asia in the Philippines on Wednesday, PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco said the new financial safeguards include having already delinked e-wallets and some payment channels to improve traceability and curb illicit... Read more »

Massachusetts Treasurer Deb Goldberg has opposed legalizing casino igaming in Massachusetts, warning it would undercut the state’s forthcoming ilottery and reduce the lottery’s annual local-aid contributions. Speaking at a Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce event, Goldberg, who also chairs the state Lottery Commission, said the ilottery was scheduled to launch next summer and was projected... Read more »

Swedish slots developer Gaming Corps has released its new slot, 3 Pigs of Xmas Bonus Pot 20,000, in Brazil, with an Ontario launch expected to follow.   The Christmas-themed slot is a holiday twist on its 3 Pigs of Olympus slot, with a 4×6 grid and 4,096 ways to win. Festive features in the slot... Read more »

Online games developer Stakelogic has expanded its LatAm presence after partnering with operator Betplay to enter the Colombian market. Under the partnership, Stakelogic’s gaming portfolio will be available to Colombian players on the Betplay platform. That list of games includes Wrath of Zeus ClusterBreaker, Kraken’s Catch, and Jaws of Fortune, along with Stakelogic’s network progressive... Read more »

Online games developer Fennica Gaming has launched its online casino games on Loto-Quebec’s digital platform. Loto-Quebec operates the province’s government-run online gaming service, the only legal casino platform in the province.   This will be the first time that players in Canada have been able to access Fennica Gaming’s titles. The launch was celebrated by... Read more »

Former ESPN Senior Vice President of Digital Content and Audience Expansion Nate Ravitz has joined Penn Entertainment’s theScore to oversee its digital operations. Ravitz was at ESPN for 17 years, holding a range of editorial and leadership roles, most recently leading digital content and audience expansion. He also spent time overseeing the premium and fantasy... Read more »

The prediction market platform saga in the US has taken another twist as Kalshi has won a temporary pause against a Connecticut gambling order preventing the platform from operating in the state. US District Judge Vernon Oliver issued the ruling on Monday, temporarily preventing the state from enforcing a cease-and-desist notice that the state’s regulator,... Read more »

Online operator NorthStar Gaming has confirmed that Chief Development Officer and General Counsel Corey Goodman will be serving as Interim Chief Executive following the departure of Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Michael Moskowitz. Barry Shafran, Chair of the Audit Committee, has also resigned from the Board of Directors, with an announcement pending regarding... Read more »

The Georgia Senate Study Committee for Tourism has proposed legalizing mobile sports betting in its final report on boosting the state’s visitor economy. The proposal adds new momentum to a long-running policy debate in which repeated efforts to expand gambling failed because changes require either a constitutional amendment or adjustments to lottery-managed gaming. According to... Read more »

Sportsbook operator Fanatics has announced the launch of two major compliance and player-protection systems from technology company OpenBet. The launch is part of a new partnership between the companies, which includes a fraud-prevention tool, OpenBet Locator, and an AI-led responsible gaming and anti-money laundering platform, Neccton. The systems are now active across 23 US sports-betting... Read more »

The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs has ordered online operator LeoVegas to stop advertising in New Zealand, citing a breach of the Gambling Act 2003. According to The New Zealand Herald, the Gambling Act prohibits the promotion of offshore gambling services within the country. LeoVegas, licensed in Malta, is the fourth operator since 2023... Read more »

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty in a Brooklyn federal court on Monday in response to charges that he assisted gamblers placing bets on his performance in NBA games. According to the Associated Press, prosecutors allege that in March 2023, when Rozier was part of the Charlotte Hornets, he notified associate DeNiro Laster... Read more »

Australian B2B supplier BetMakers Technology Group has partnered with virtual sports software firm Kiron Interactive, adding virtual racing content to sportsbooks worldwide through the BetMakers CoreAPI. The partnership will integrate Kiron Interactive’s portfolio of virtual horse racing, greyhound racing, and harness racing into BetMakers’ API, enabling operators using the BetMakers platform to offer virtual racing... Read more »

Online casino developer 7777 Gaming has expanded its presence in Peru through a partnership with local operator Casino Atlantic City, adding a slate of titles to the brand’s platform as the market advances its regulatory framework. Players gain access to releases developed for Peru’s rules, including the instant-win game Mayan Gold, the slot Devil’s Deal... Read more »

The Philippine National Police has intensified its crackdown on foreign-led offshore gambling operations after an illegal offshore gambling hub was found posing as a business process outsourcing office in Taguig City. Acting Philippine National Police Chief Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez said the raid showed how criminal groups continued to evade the nationwide ban on... Read more »

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto has announced that all types of advertisements and promotions related to gambling have been banned in public areas. The ban, formally known as Ordinance No. 26 s-2025, was announced on Monday, with Sotto describing it as a way to curb the visibility of gambling promotions and limit their effect on... Read more »

In a memo obtained by Front Office Sports, the MLB reportedly warned its players late in the 2025 season about participating in prediction markets. The memo, “Re: Baseball Related Prediction Markets,” was issued on August 26 and cautioned players against participating in prediction markets that offer contracts on baseball-related events, saying that wagering on these... Read more »

Online betting company 188Bet has launched new measures to boost transparency and give players more protection on its Asian sites. The new initiative comes as the online gambling sector continues to expand throughout Asia. According to 188Bet, the framework introduces updated protocols and expanded safety features, along with stricter compliance rules. The launch features self-exclusion... Read more »

Automation and orchestration igaming platform Flows has announced a partnership with Fanatics Casino. The partnership entails integrating FlowsJackpots into Fanatics Casino’s FanCash Jackpots, which will be available to players in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and West Virginia. “This launch defines what modern product delivery in gaming should look like,” James Kings, Flows CEO, said. “Fanatics... Read more »

A bill has been filed to ban all non-Seminole Tribe gaming in Florida. House Bill 591 was introduced by Representative Berney Jacques for the 2026 session and aims to ban all forms of gaming, including online sports betting, apart from that offered by the Seminole Tribe through their platforms. Additionally, the bill will place penalties... Read more »

The Maine Department of Public Safety has introduced a bill to Maine’s Legislature that seeks to ban betting platforms offering unregulated types of wagering, specifically those that feature “dual currency” systems. Under the proposed measure, operators that offer these types of wagering would be classified as operating under federal sweepstakes laws and could be fined... Read more »

Online sports betting in New York State produced revenue of $280.6 million in November, a 21.2% year-over-year increase. Handle rose 15.1% to $2.6 billion, as books held at a 10.8% rate. FanDuel represented fully $1 billion of handle alone, achieving revenue of $131.9 million. DraftKings saw $916.3 million in handle and revenue of $89.1 million.... Read more »

Fantasy sports operator Dream11 has returned to India as a live sports second-screen platform after having previously ceased its core operations in the country following a ban on real-money gaming in August. According to Dream11 co-founder Harsh Jain, the revamped platform provides a “second screen dominator experience” that allows users to join live watch-along rooms... Read more »

NBA veteran James Harden has entered the world of social gaming, thanks to a new partnership with multiplayer gaming platform MyPrize. Harden will now be the company’s first ‘Premier Creator’ and the first athlete to regularly stream, play, and interact with fans within a multiplayer gaming environment. Harden will participate in livestreams, co-develop games, and... Read more »

Federal lawmakers in Nevada are intensifying efforts to reverse a change to gambling taxation included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that was passed on July 4. The bill includes a provision that, from 2026, will restrict gamblers to deducting only 90% of their losses from their winnings, instead of the previous 100%. Lawmakers... Read more »

Konami Gaming has revealed that it will debut its online gaming platform, Konami Online Interactive, alongside its new Solstice game cabinet line, at the ICE Barcelona gaming exhibition next month. The exhibition will run from January 19 to 21, 2026, with over 40,000 casino professionals expected to attend. According to Konami, the launch of its... Read more »

Supplier BetMakers has partnered with Betfair Australia to launch its fixed-odds betting brand CrownBet in early 2026, eight years after the brand went into recess.   CrownBet has been subject to several rebrands via various mergers and acquisitions over the past decade, being rebranded back to its earlier moniker BetEasy in 2018 and then absorbed... Read more »

Predictions platform Polymarket has begun recruiting for an internal market making team following its relaunch in the US earlier this week. According to Bloomberg, the team will trade against customers on its platform, creating liquidity and taking the other side of bets. The platform currently relies on users to take the less likely outcome on... Read more »

Aristocrat Interactive, the online real money gaming division of Aristocrat, announced the launch of Cash Express Legend Buffalo, the latest addition to the Cash Express franchise and the ninth Buffalo online title in North America.  Available to players in New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Ontario, Cash Express Legend Buffalo showcases the most popular features from... Read more »

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection has ordered prediction market platforms Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com to stop offering sports event contracts to users in Connecticut, labeling these offerings illegal, unlicensed online gambling. The move is one among many in which states are cracking down on sports prediction market platforms. Massachusetts has filed a lawsuit in... Read more »

New Zealand’s nascent online casino gambling bill has cleared its latest legislative hurdle, with a parliamentary select committee voting to recommend the law. If enacted the new law would allow up to 15 online casinos to operate and advertise legally in the country. Amendments made to the original bill, introduced in June, include amending the... Read more »

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has issued 12 cease-and-desist letters to offshore operators for illegally operating in the state. Following an investigation conducted by the regulator, operators that received cease-and-desist letters included 31 Bets Casino, Betnuvo, BetPhoenix, MyBitcoin Casino, and Vegas Strip Casino. The operators are accused of targeting Michigan residents with unlicensed online casino... Read more »

Brazil’s Senate Economic Affairs Commission has approved a bill raising taxes on betting companies and digital finance firms. The proposal from Senator Renan Calheiros now moves to the Chamber of Deputies unless a plenary appeal is made. Fixed-odds betting operators would see their contribution on gross gaming revenue rise from 12% to 15% in 2026... Read more »

Sportsbook operator Fanatics has entered the prediction markets sector, offering users in 24 states the ability to trade contracts tied to outcomes in sport, finance, politics, and culture. The move comes as event-contract platforms face increased scrutiny from regulators who argue the products are more like gambling than investment tools. Fanatics’ entry, which was first... Read more »

Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz will stand trial on May 4, 2026, on federal charges alleging they manipulated pitches to help bettors’ profit. Judge Kiyo Matsumoto set the date during a status hearing in Brooklyn, estimating the proceedings will last about two weeks. Both players appeared in court, and federal prosecutors said... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National All seven states set new records for igaming revenue, the first time in online-casino history that has ever happened. Total igaming revenue for October 2025 in... Read more »

US broadcaster CNN has signed an exclusive partnership with prediction market platform Kalshi. According to an exclusive report by Axios, the deal will provide CNN with access to real-time prediction market data to utilize across all its television, digital, and social platforms. The agreement is Kalshi’s first major collaboration with a national news outlet as... Read more »

Data consultancy Moon Intelligence has signed a multi-year agreement with data provider 55 Tech as the London-based firm expands its presence in the fast-growing US prediction markets. The agreement takes effect immediately, although a period of technical integration will follow. The partnership means that Moon Intelligence will have access to odds feeds aggregated from over... Read more »

Data compiled by GeoComply has revealed that on the first day of Missouri’s sports betting launch, the company recorded more than 250,000 active accounts. Other highlights from the December 1 launch include over 2.6 million geolocation checks being recorded in the first 24 hours, as well as the creation of nearly 188,000 accounts registered between... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet has expanded its online presence in the US with the launch of its sportsbook and casino in Michigan. A partnership with both the Island Resort & Casino and the Hannahville Indian Community supported the launch. Michigan is the tenth state to license Hard Rock Bet’s sports betting platform and the second to... Read more »

New analysis from the economic research organization e61 Institute found that Australia’s 2024 ban on using credit cards for online wagering had minimal impact on the country’s heaviest gamblers. According to The Guardian, most switched to ordinary transaction accounts and continued betting with little disruption. The study showed average fortnightly spend among credit card users... Read more »

Sports data provider Genius Sports has signed a partnership with FanDuel Sports Network to launch its intelligent content platform across NBA and WNBA broadcasts. The system will operate during over 300 NBA games each season, as well as WNBA coverage, giving advertisers access to real-time inventory across linear, digital, and streaming environments. Executive Vice President... Read more »

Penn Entertainment has launched its sportsbook, theScore Bet, in 21 US jurisdictions following its rebrand from ESPN Bet. The launch follows Penn’s earlier decision to part ways with ESPN, paying the group US$38 million to conclude contractual obligations through November, and an additional US$5 million to support the transition to theScore Bet. ESPN announced in... Read more »

Kalshi and Polymarket have recorded an all-time high in trading volumes for November, reaching a combined figure of US$10 billion, according to data from The Block. The Block reports that the month was defined by growth of retail activity, deeper platform integrations, and a steady stream of news events that kept traders active. Prediction markets... Read more »

A top Canadian mental health hospital executive has added his voice to calls for tighter restrictions on online sports gambling ads in the country. Bill Marra, the Chief Executive of Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor, Ontario, has written an open letter warning that the rapid expansion of online betting is having devastating consequences. Hotel-Dieu Grace... Read more »

Philippine police arrested 17 foreigners and 95 locals during a raid on a suspected offshore gaming operator hub in Taguig City on Monday night. The operation targeted the tenth floor of a building in Bonifacio Global City, in which it found a business allegedly posing as an IT solutions company. The Criminal Investigation and Detection... Read more »

New Zealand’s Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden has opposed the decision to give community groups a 4% cut of gambling tax revenues, according to Newsroom. In a cabinet paper on the decision, van Velden said that when online gambling was first approved, community returns were excluded to reduce any reliance on gambling income in... Read more »

The Gangwon Provincial Police Agency in South Korea has arrested 84 people linked to criminal groups that operated illegal gambling sites from bases in Dubai and Seoul over four years. According to Financial News, officers stated that the networks handled approximately KRW120 billion in wagers by using shell companies and obtaining long-term visas to evade... Read more »

Missouri officially launched legal sports betting today, becoming the 39th state to do so as a wave of national scandals has shined a light on prop bets. Under the new rules, Missourians can place prop bets on individual athlete performance, such as total points or strikeouts, so long as they aren’t on players in Missouri... Read more »

A city court in the Philippines has issued an arrest warrant for Jaime Capil, the Mayor of Porac, Pampanga, over graft charges linked to a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in his town. The Pasig Regional Trial Court Branch 265 released the warrant on 28 November, ordering Capil’s arrest for seven counts of violating... Read more »

Prediction market platform Kalshi is refusing to stop offering contracts for its sports events in Nevada, despite a judge’s ruling, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. After US District Court Judge Andrew Gordon granted the dissolution of a preliminary injunction that allowed Kalshi to offer sports event contracts pending a court decision, Kalshi has continued... Read more »

Tennessee officials are warning about the potential effect of prediction markets on the state’s sports betting revenue. Since Tennessee launched online sports betting, more than US$19 billion has been wagered, generating US$345 million in tax revenue, much of which has been allocated to education, including private school tuition scholarships. That funding stream may be at... Read more »

India’s financial crime unit, the Enforcement Directorate, says it will initiate letters of request to authorities in the US, Singapore, Dubai, the UAE, the Netherlands, and Brazil as part of its crackdown on igaming. According to The Economic Times, the letters seek information from countries related to alleged offshore criminal activity involving Indian igaming platforms,... Read more »

The Korean National Police Agency has reported that, for the first time, Korean gang members are being arrested more for online scams, including illegal igaming, rather than for assault or extortion. Representative Suh Bum-soo shared the released figures, showing that of the 2,363 organized crime members arrested in 2024, 56.3% were involved in digital crimes,... Read more »

Marketing firm Hot Paper Lantern’s Chief Executive Ed Moed argues that ESPN failed to leverage its brand to differentiate ESPN Bet from other sportsbooks, leaving no other likely outcome than the annulment of its ten-year US$150 million-per-year deal with Penn Entertainment. What does the failure of the ESPN Penn partnership tell us about the limitations... Read more »

Costa Rican lawmakers are coming under heightened pressure to tighten the nation’s gambling laws by passing Bill 25.057, a long-awaited reform of the existing regulations. The body that oversees the Costa Rican lottery system, the Social Protection Board, has urged legislators to prioritize passage of the bill, arguing that the existing framework, which has not... Read more »

Momentum, which operates the UAE’s only licensed lottery, has launched two online gambling platforms, TrueWin and Dream Island. According to Arabian Gulf Business Insight, both sites are already live, providing full casino and sportsbook services despite the absence of any publicized law formally legalizing online gambling in the Emirates. TrueWin and Dream Island offer live... Read more »

The Brazilian federal police force has targeted a criminal network operating an illicit website claiming to offer lotteries run by banking institution Caixa Econômica Federal, in what it calls Operation Last Bet. Authorities executed nine search-and-seizure warrants across several cities, including São Paulo, Vinhedo, Barueri, Salvador, Lauro de Freitas, and Belo Horizonte. Authorities froze bank... Read more »

India’s financial crime unit, the Enforcement Directorate, has arrested Saumya Singh Rathore and Paavan Nanda, founders of esports platform Winzo, for operating an illegal online gambling service. According to sources at the Enforcement Directorate, the Times of India reports, the pair were moving the proceeds of crime to the US, where they planned to move... Read more »

Prediction platform Kalshi is facing a nationwide class-action lawsuit accusing it of operating what plaintiffs deem an unlawful sports betting service. A complaint has been lodged in a federal court in New York on behalf of thousands of potential class members, including seven named plaintiffs. It argues that they were misled into placing bets under... Read more »

Investment bank Piper Sandler expects trading volume on prediction markets to surge in November, with volume on Kalshi and Polymarket projected to reach approximately US$10 billion. NFL-related prediction contracts have contributed approximately 28% of that total volume so far, or around US$1.24 billion, according to the firm. Piper Sandler Analyst Patrick Moley told CNBC that... Read more »

Slots supplier Yggdrasil has signed a deal with Brazilian operator Aposta Ganha to make its complete game portfolio available in Brazil. According to Yggdrasil, the initial game rollout will include a selection of popular Yggdrasil titles, such as MexoMax 2, GoldStorm Ultra, and 4 Wolves of Fortune, along with earlier successful games such as the... Read more »

Philippine operator DigiPlus Interactive has partnered with payment kiosk operator Pay&Go, operated by BTI Payments Philippines, enabling BingoPlus users to top up their e-wallets more easily. The agreement enables wallet loading at over 3,500 kiosks nationwide. It will initially focus on DigiPlus’ BingoPlus platform, with expansion to ArenaPlus and GameZone planned for the coming months.... Read more »

The Bank of America has warned lenders may face greater credit risk as consumers increase spending on online betting and event-trading platforms. According to Bloomberg, the bank pointed to the growth of prediction-market operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket, both of which allow users to trade contracts tied to political, economic, and sports outcomes. “Online... Read more »

PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro H. Tengco has commended Philippine licensed operators for their resilience and willingness to comply with more stringent rules introduced this year. Speaking at an Association of Independent Licensed Gaming and Amusement Operators event in Muntinlupa City on Wednesday, Tengco said e-games and e-bingo operators were navigating a difficult but... Read more »

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese this week faced renewed pressure from MPs to phase out gambling advertising. However, Australia is set to close 2025 without responding to the You Win Some, You Lose More report, which delivered 31 recommendations in 2023 under the late Labor MP Peta Murphy. The proposal for a three-year ban on... Read more »

Swedish slots developer Gaming Corps has unveiled the latest installment in its Pigs series, 3 Pigs of the Caribbean, available in Brazil, with a launch in Ontario expected to follow soon. The pirate-themed slot encompasses a 5×3 grid, with 243 different ways to win. Bonus features include a Hold & Win game, which is triggered... Read more »

Trading platform Robinhood has announced it will expand its prediction market offerings through a partnership with global trading technology firm Susquehanna.  The partnership enables Robinhood to operate a Commodity Futures Trading Commission-licensed exchange and clearing house, with Susquehanna acting as a day-one liquidity provider. Robinhood Vice President and General Manager of Futures and International JB... Read more »

After sportsbook operators DraftKings and FanDuel withdrew from Nevada earlier in the month, MGM Resorts International Chief Executive Bill Hornbuckle thanked the Nevada Gaming Commission for their stance against prediction markets.   In a hearing reported on by the Independent, Hornbuckle said, “The clarity helps us. Obviously, we have some work to do in some... Read more »

A federal judge in Nevada has ruled against predictions market company Kalshi, clearing the way for state gaming regulators to pursue enforcement actions against it. As reported by Bloomberg, the judgment, made by District Judge Andrew Gordon, found that Kalshi was subject to Nevada’s gambling laws, despite its claim to have exclusive federal oversight. The... Read more »

DraftKings has introduced a Spanish-language interface to its sportsbook and online casino platforms, aiming to be more inclusive for its users and attract more multilingual customers. Spanish-speaking users make up a growing portion of DraftKings’ customers in the US and Ontario, where the new feature is being introduced first. The new option will appear automatically... Read more »

Polymarket has revealed that it has received regulatory clearance from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to resume operations in the US. Polymarket previously withdrew from the US in 2022 after paying a US$1.4 million fine for operating a futures contract platform without a license. Announcing its comeback on social media platform, X, the group said,... Read more »

FanDuel has revealed its Thanksgiving-themed parlay, Pass The Leg, which allows bettors to collaborate on the same parlay. FanDuel described the new parlay as a “first of its kind” app feature that enables users to collaborate on a single group parlay, with each able to add their own ‘leg’ and then add the completed parlay... Read more »

Delaware North will discontinue its online sportsbook Betly in Tennessee at the end of this month as part of a strategic realignment that will shift its focus to other markets. The sportsbook will continue to operate in Arkansas, Ohio, and West Virginia, with the Betly online casino also live in West Virginia. Delaware North Vice... Read more »

Mexican casino Winpot has joined forces with content and technology supplier Bragg Gaming Group in a bid to boost its gaming portfolio. The partnership brings some of the Bragg’s most popular titles from its in-house studios, including Atomic Slot Lab and Indigo Magic, to Winpot for the first time. The games include German studio Gamomat’s... Read more »

Slots supplier Playson has appointed Ben Wood as Chief Commercial Officer, following the departure of Tamas Kusztos. Wood is tasked with accelerating the delivery of Playson’s slot portfolio to new markets, as well as overseeing its global commercial strategy, expanding its B2B footprint, and fostering operator relationships. Commenting on Wood’s appointment, Playson Deputy Chief Executive... Read more »

Jill Dorson, InGame managing editor, broke one of the biggest stories of the year in the gaming industry last week after she received an anonymous tip that FanDuel and DraftKings were no longer in sync with the American Gaming Association. “Both companies previously announced their intent to begin offering sports event contracts via prediction markets,... Read more »

Ontario’s regulated online gambling market surpassed CAD$9.2 billion in wagers in October, marking its strongest month since launching nearly four years ago. The total, revealed in the latest report from the online gambling regulator iGaming Ontario, is an 8% rise on September’s high of CA$8.5 billion and a 24% increase on October 2024. The surge... Read more »

The Philippine Department of Justice has declared a PHP1 million reward for any information leading to the location of Cassandra Li Ong, following her release from the Correctional Institute for Women last week. According to the Philippine News Agency, Ong is currently a “key figure” in a pending government case involving POGOs and human trafficking... Read more »

Korean authorities have arrested 5,196 people over a year-long operation targeting illegal online gambling. According to the National Office of Investigation, the operation also resulted in the recovery of KRW123.5 billion in illegal gambling revenue. Of the over 5,000 arrested, 314 were detained, with just over 50% of the suspects aged in their 20s or... Read more »

Two Canadian senators have urged the federal government to ban betting advertisements, warning that wide exposure to these ads is putting young and vulnerable people at risk. In a letter addressed to Prime Minister Mark Carney, Senators Percy Downe and Marty Deacon, along with 40 other senators, urged the government to have the national broadcasting... Read more »

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has admitted that he regrets signing the bill that legalized sports betting in the state amid rising scandals that have gripped franchises like the MLB and NBA. DeWine signed House Bill 29 back in December 2021. The legislation, introduced by representatives Scott Wiggam and Adam Miller, permitted mobile betting in the... Read more »

DraftKings has announced plans to launch its sports betting app in Missouri after being granted a temporary mobile sports wagering license earlier this year by the Missouri Gaming Commission. Customers will be able to access DraftKings betting options on December 1, including in-game wagering, odds boosts, and same-game parlays. Players will also have access to... Read more »

Philippine igaming operator DigiPlus Interactive says it is focusing on re-engaging high-value users and offering additional payment options as it aims to rebound from its poor third-quarter earnings. Net income for DigiPlus dropped to PHP1.71 billion during the third quarter, down sharply from PHP3.52 billion recorded a year earlier. In a statement, DigiPlus President Andy... Read more »

The NCAA has reversed a recent decision that would have allowed student-athletes and athletic department staff to place bets on professional sports. In October, the Division I and II Administrative Committees adopted legislation that would allow athletes to wager on games in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. Initially, this was to take effect on 1... Read more »

Sportsbook operator Fanatics has confirmed that it will be launching prediction markets in the coming weeks through a partnership with cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com. First reported by the Financial Times last week in a potential link between the two, Fanatics Chief Executive Michael Rubin confirmed the rumors during an interview with CNBC on 20 November. The... Read more »

San Francisco financial services company Clearing Company has filed an application with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to become a Derivatives Clearing Organization so it can launch prediction markets. If approved, the Clearing Company said it would create a clearinghouse purpose-built for prediction markets, which, according to The Wall Street Journal, will focus on developing,... Read more »

Maryland House of Delegates Republican leader Jason Buckel has told the Baltimore Sun that the General Assembly should reconsider allowing sportsbooks to offer micro bets after recent sports betting scandals have plagued top leagues like Major League Baseball and the National Basketball Association. The Sun reports that MLB reportedly had expressed concern to the state’s... Read more »

The Pico City Council in Argentina has passed a law to promote the prevention of igaming in young people. The law, headed by Councilor Eugenia Forte and Councilor Marcelo Capellino, creates a municipal program, “The Municipal Program for Awareness and Prevention of Online Betting Games for Youth and Adolescents,” which was approved during the 20th... Read more »

Responsible Wagering Australia, which represents Bet365, PointsBet, and Betfair among others, has called for a crackdown on offshore betting as it was revealed that bettors lose AU$3.9 billion a year to illegal sites. In a report commissioned by Responsible Wagering Australia, gambling consultancy H2 Gambling Capital found that Australia’s offshore betting market had more than... Read more »

Chicago-based trading firm Jump Trading has started creating markets on sports event contracts offered by Kalshi, according to Bloomberg. Jump Trading has form in the sports betting market, having established a team in London to trade on the sports betting platform Betfair in late 2010, which continued until around 2023. The firm also invested in... Read more »

The ruling military council of Myanmar has intensified its crackdown on illegal online gambling networks and telephone fraud. Authorities are reported to be focusing on the Myawady-Maehtawthalay area, also known as KK Park, and the nearby Shwe Kokko zone. According to Global New Light of Myanmar, the government said it was part of a national... Read more »

Pardon My Take podcast host Dan ‘Big Cat’ Katz, along with fellow Barstool Sports personalities Adam ‘Rone’ Ferrone and Max Dolente, have posted videos on social media platform X criticizing potential sports betting tax changes in Pennsylvania. Speaking to his 1.8 million followers on the social media platform, Big Cat accused politicians of treating fans... Read more »

The NHL’s St. Louis Blues have made DraftKings an official partner of the team. The announcement comes ahead of Missouri’s December 1 legal sports betting launch and aligns with DraftKings’s league-wide NHL partnership that dates back to 2021. According to the Blues, the agreement will include a focus on responsible gambling initiatives. Team officials said... Read more »

The American Gaming Association has reiterated its commitment to defend the sovereignty of states and tribes to regulate gambling, after Commodity Trading Futures Commission nominee Michael Selig’s appearance at a hearing on Wednesday. The hearing was overseen by the Senate Agriculture Committee which advanced Selig’s nomination on Thursday, leaving it up to the Senate to... Read more »

London-based platform provider Pronet Gaming is set to start moving its IT and trading teams to Manila in the Philippines from 1 December, via local business process outsourcing firm Claymore Solutions. The office, which will be in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City, Manila, is expected to be of a significant scale, although exact numbers have... Read more »

Florida lawmakers are once again advancing a bill to legalize daily fantasy sports. The bill also includes provisions that would prohibit match fixing and impose penalties for operating illegal slot machines. Currently, daily fantasy sports are banned in the state, but they operate in a gray area, with games being described as “probably not” legal... Read more »

Crossbench politicians and gambling harm campaigners are urging the Australian government not to retreat from a proposed ban on gambling advertising, according to The Guardian. The news comes amid media reports suggesting that the government may not impose significant restrictions on television and online advertisements. One report published by the Australian Financial Review alleged that... Read more »

The Wisconsin State Assembly has abruptly pulled a planned vote on a bipartisan bill that would have legalized online sports betting through tribal operations. Assembly bill (AB) 601, co-authored by Rep. Tyler August, Rep. Kalan Haywood, and Sens. Howard Marklein and Kristin Dassler-Alfheim, also received the support of Gov. Tony Evers, who had already indicated... Read more »

Managed IT provider Continent 8 Technologies has promoted David Brace to its executive leadership team to lead its Amazon Web Services practice. His appointment follows Continent 8’s designation as an official Amazon Web Services Solution Provider under the Amazon Web Services Solution Provider Program. This means the company can now expand its Amazon Web Services-related... Read more »

Sportsbook provider Altenar has appointed three new hires in Brazil to support its regulatory and commercial growth as the market evolves. Luana Monje has been appointed as Sales Executive, Beatriz De Freitas Lorenção as Legal and Regulatory Affairs Associate, and Maria Silvia Sparapan Moral as Contracts and Customer Success Associate. The increased headcount follows Altenar’s... Read more »

London-based data consultancy Moon Intelligence has appointed Stephen Shaw and Enda Kendrick as Chief Operations Officer and Chief Customer Officer as it pursues growth in US prediction markets. Both roles are tied to the company’s plan to apply its model to US prediction platforms by offering liquidity support and operational improvements. Shaw (pictured left) previously... Read more »

Wisconsin Representative Tyler August has warned that prediction markets will fill the void of sports wagering if a law is not passed allowing the state’s 11 tribes to offer sports wagering. The proposal, which will be voted on by lawmakers today, will also need to be approved by the state senate. Governor of Wisconsin, Tony... Read more »

Polymarket Chief Executive Shayne Coplan has criticized traditional sportsbooks, calling them a ‘scam’ and suggesting they ‘rip off’ consumers. Speaking at the Axios BFD conference on Tuesday, Coplan said he believed the US Supreme Court would ultimately decide whether the prediction market model, which offers event contracts on sports and cultural events, was legal. In... Read more »

Former cricket star Glenn McGrath has been dropped from Ashes commentary by Australian broadcaster ABC over his links to Bet365. McGrath played 124 Test matches for Australia and took over 560 wickets, second only to the late Shane Warne on the lists of all-time greats. His role on the ABC commentary team had been promoted... Read more »

UK-based software developer Black Cow Technology is undergoing a strategic shift as it prepares to create its own multiplayer gaming content for the first time. The content will be targeted at US and Latin American audiences, using its multiplayer remote game server to create the content. Black Cow hopes the move can achieve as much... Read more »

Playtech has extended its partnership with SkillOnNet by becoming its exclusive bingo provider in Mexico and the UK. The shift follows the operator’s migration to Playtech’s new iBingo platform, which now hosts PlayOjo, PlayUZU, and the newly launched Zingo Bingo brand. It also marks Zingo Bingo’s UK debut. Joining Playtech’s full bingo network gives SkillOnNet... Read more »

Game developer 7777 Gaming has expanded its Latin American presence by securing a distribution agreement with technology provider Blokotech. The deal will see Blokotech integrate more than 200 certified titles from the studio into its Bloko PAM platform, which is used by casino and sports betting operators across the region. The integration covers crash and... Read more »

DraftKings and FanDuel have confirmed in separate statements that they withdrew as members of the American Gaming Association on Monday, following their recent decisions to launch prediction markets. The American Gaming Association is opposed to the proliferation of prediction markets, whose products closely resemble traditional sportsbooks but are regulated as derivative contracts by the Commodity... Read more »

The introduction of a new per-wager tax in Illinois has been followed by a sharp decline in the number of sports bets placed, despite the total amount wagered reaching an all-time high. The figures come from a report by the Illinois Gaming Board, which shows that there were approximately five million fewer bets in September... Read more »

Online payments company OKTO has appointed André Boesing to be its new General Manager for South Latin America. As part of the new role, Boesing will oversee the company’s operations and strategic development across various southern Latin American countries, including Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia. OKTO stated that his responsibilities will include guiding the... Read more »

Online gaming developer Bejoynd’s igaming platform, BE Core, has been certified for the Brazilian market. The certification signifies that it has met Brazilian regulatory standards and can be used by operators in the Brazilian regulated gaming sector, marking a significant milestone in Bejoynd’s expansion. According to Bejoynd, BE Core is designed to provide operational stability... Read more »

Cedquavious ‘Dae Dae’ Hunter, a former guard for the University of New Orleans, has admitted that he participated in a point-shaving scheme during the 2024–25 season. Along with Hunter, two other University of New Orleans players, Dyquavian Short and Jamond Vincent, have been accused by the NCAA of purposely throwing games to lose by more... Read more »

Wynn Resorts has pushed back against a renewed online gambling effort in Massachusetts, suggesting the expansion of igaming in the state could pose a threat to the 3,300-person workforce at its Encore Boston Harbor casino. According to the Boston Globe, the state’s economic development committee reviewed gambling bills last week, including Rep. David Muradian’s plan... Read more »

The Ohio Casino Control Commission and Governor Mike DeWine have opted against introducing fresh sports betting rules in the state after MLB imposed new restrictions on micro-prop wagers across the US, according to the Independent. Under the league’s policy, authorized partners such as FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, Fanatics, and Bet365 will cap certain pitch-level prop bets... Read more »

Codere Online will make no further investments in Colombia if the country’s value-added tax on deposits is renewed. That was the position of Codere executives in their third-quarter earnings call. “It was a little bit counterproductive,” outgoing Chief Financial Officer Oscar Iglesias said of the VAT. Today was his last day as Chief Financial Officer,... Read more »

Devaluation of the Mexican peso hurt Codere Online’s third-quarter results, reported 17 November. In constant currency, net gaming revenue was €51.6 million, up 3% from the prior year. After adjustment, however, it was flat. Similarly, Mexico-only, net gaming revenue was up 5% in constant currency to €26.8 million, but flat when adjusted. The company narrowed... Read more »

Gambling promoters are evading Indonesia’s ban on online betting and advertising by disguising paid promotions as harmless content across Meta’s platforms, an investigation by the Indonesian news agency AFP revealed. Despite the bans, Indonesia’s underground betting economy continues to generate billions of dollars annually. AFP said that it had identified dozens of ads on Facebook,... Read more »

The NBA has requested cell phones, documents, and other materials from multiple teams as part of its investigation into illegal sports betting. According to a report from The Athletic, the inquiry widened after federal prosecutors charged former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups over an alleged scheme to... Read more »

Kalshi introduced player prop markets tied to the NBA this past weekend, expanding its sports-related event contracts at a time when scrutiny of individual-performance wagers is on the rise across US sports. According to Front Office Sports, the federally regulated prediction platform offers over/under markets on points, rebounds, assists, and three-pointers for about 50 players.... Read more »

The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office, with the Division of Criminal Justice and the New Jersey State Police, has announced that 14 people have been charged for their roles in a sports betting ring, which allegedly a suspected Mafia member ran.  The alleged foreman of the operation, Joseph M. “Little Joe” Perna, was charged with... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks has announced a prediction-markets feature within its app, thanks to a new deal with prediction market company Kalshi. The partnership with Kalshi follows an announcement last week that PrizePicks would partner with Kalshi rival Polymarket, allowing users to engage with Polymarket’s event contracts on the PrizePicks app. The new prediction... Read more »

Fanatics is reportedly in talks with cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com about launching a joint prediction market platform, according to the Financial Times. The discussions are preliminary, and neither Fanatics nor Crypto.com has confirmed anything as both parties have declined to comment. However, such a move would give Fanatics exposure to a sector that has grown quickly... Read more »

IGT PlayDigital is set to release the biggest iteration of its Mega Vault this month, as well as combining the prize pool across all operators and jurisdictions. Talking to CDC Gaming at G2E in late September, IGT PlayDigital Vice President of Product, Platforms and Data Andrew Bonnici said the enhanced Mega Vault was the culmination... Read more »

The NFL has signaled its intention to tighten the rules surrounding player-based prop bets, working with state lawmakers, regulators, and sportsbook operators, following a series of betting-related controversies. In a memo sent to all 32 teams in the league, obtained by The Athletic, the NFL reminded players and coaches of the rules on wagers linked... Read more »

UFC and Zuffa Boxing parent company TKO Holdings has signed a multi-year deal with Polymarket, which will introduce real-time prediction markets into live combat sports for the first time. The collaboration makes UFC and Zuffa Boxing the first sports organizations to integrate prediction market technology directly into their events. Under the deal, Polymarket will deliver... Read more »

Massachusetts Senator John Keenan introduced Senate Bill 302 on Wednesday, citing regret for voting for the legalization of sports betting in the state. His bill, which he has dubbed the ‘Bettor Health Act’, would ban advertisements for sports betting during live televised games and outlaw in-game prop bets. Since legalizing sports gambling in early 2023,... Read more »

Following a decision by the Court of Appeal for Ontario, residents in the province can now play peer-to-peer games with people outside of Canada on igaming sites. The ruling opens the door for Ontario players to join global pools in online poker and daily fantasy sports, which had previously been restricted to avoid cross-border play.... Read more »

The Philippine Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center has given the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group a list of influencers accused of promoting illegal online gambling. According to GMA News Online, Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center Chief Undersecretary Renato ‘Aboy’ Paraiso told a briefing in Quezon City that the agency’s threat monitoring team, along with advocacy... Read more »

Two Thai Members of Parliament accused of bribing police officers with online gambling proceeds failed to show up to a meeting of the country’s House of Representatives Security Committee this week. According to Nation Thailand, the MPs from Songkhla, Chanonpat Naksua and Somyos Plai-duang, were absent from the meeting, where information was provided by former... Read more »

Flutter Entertainment used its third-quarter earnings call to roll out FanDuel Predicts, its vehicle for competing in the event-contracts market that will launch in December. According to Flutter Chief Executive Peter Jackson, the product will be aimed at states in which online sports betting is not legal. In states where it is, Jackson said, prediction... Read more »

Despite adverse sporting outcomes, which management acknowledged in an 11 November earnings call, FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment grew revenues in the third quarter. “I am pleased to report a good third quarter,” Chief Executive Peter Jackson said. Flutter reported US$3.8 billion in revenue across all its platforms, a 17% increase from 2024. This was led... Read more »

Ontario-licensed Absolutebet is set to tokenize real-world casino assets via a partnership with Dubai-based fintech Lemon Group. Absolutebet was licensed by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario in August and will launch in the first quarter of 2026. It will then start progressively rolling out tokenization of its assets through Lemon Group’s blockchain, LemonChain. The... Read more »

The Nevada Gaming Control Board has accepted the surrender of the licenses of sportsbook operators FanDuel and DraftKings, clarifying that contracts tied to sports events and other outcomes are considered wagering under state law. The regulator issued a notice confirming that FanDuel parent company Flutter Entertainment had surrendered its Order of Registration, and granted administrative... Read more »

New York Assemblyman Clyde Vanel has introduced a bill to “crack down” on prediction market wagering. According to CNY Central, the Oversight and Regulation of Activity for Contracts Linked to Events Act, or ORACLE, would ban predictions on various categories “that are contrary to public policy.” Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have been exploding... Read more »

Online casino operator High Roller has appointed Jake Francis to the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately, replacing Emily Micallef, who has moved into an advisory role. Prior to joining High Roller, Francis was Senior Vice President of Operations at sportsbook operator BlueBet. He has held various senior roles in the industry, including a... Read more »

The Australian Communications and Media Authority is examining whether Disney+ breached gambling advertising rules by airing betting promotions during ESPN sports broadcasts. The regulator said it is “concerned about Disney+’s practice” and is seeking further information from the company. The issue stems from ESPN’s exemption from daytime gambling ad restrictions, which applies to low audience... Read more »

A California federal judge has denied a request by three Native American tribes to block Kalshi from offering sports-related event contracts, ruling that the crypto-style prediction market does not engage in unlawful gambling under federal law. US District Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley rejected a request ruling that the tribes had not shown a strong chance... Read more »

Belize is planning to modernize its gambling laws through the Gaming, Lotteries, and Control Bill 2025, which will establish a single Gaming and Lotteries Commission to regulate all gambling activities under one unified law. According to Love News, the bill, which was debated in the Senate this week, will also introduce responsible gambling measures, as... Read more »

Genius Sports has partnered with Brazilian fantasy sports and betting operator Rei do Pitaco. Rei do Pitaco, which has more than nine million registered users, launched its sportsbook earlier this year. The deal gives Rei do Pitaco access to the Genius Sports BetVision product, as well as official data and in-play trading support for a... Read more »

Customer relationship management platform Fast Track has partnered with igaming technology firm Atomo Gaming. The collaboration will be presented during the XIX CIBELAE Congress in Asunción, Paraguay, running from 10 to 14 November 2025. The agreement will integrate Fast Track’s AI-based customer relationship management software with Atomo Gaming’s Alborán platform, enabling LatAm operators to access... Read more »

MLB and US sportsbook operators have agreed to introduce a nationwide US$200 limit on bets placed on individual baseball pitches and to prohibit such wagers from inclusion in parlays, according to ESPN. The measure intends to reduce the risk of manipulation following a recent pitch-rigging case involving two Cleveland Guardians players. Unusual betting patterns were... Read more »

The return of the crypto prediction market Polymarket to the US has been postponed amid complications arising from the ongoing federal government shutdown, according to Front Office Sports. The prediction market had been set to relaunch after self-certifying its sports and event contracts with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on September 30, however the government... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks has inked a multi-year partnership with prediction market Polymarket to add event contracts to its offering. Users will be able to buy and trade Polymarket’s event contracts covering sports, entertainment, and cultural events within the PrizePicks app. It also represents a return to the US for Polymarket after its acquisition... Read more »

Geolocation and compliance technology company Xpoint on Tuesday appointed Shaan Devaraj as Chief Technology Officer. Devaraj has more than three decades of experience and expertise in geolocation technology, and has secured a series of landmark patents in the field. Devaraj also has experience in software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure and service-oriented architecture. “We are thrilled... Read more »

Chinese gambling tycoon She Zhijiang is set to be extradited to China after a Thai court of appeals upheld a lower court’s decision from May 2024, according to News 5. She, a Chinese national and Cambodian passport holder, is accused of running major illegal gambling networks, including founding and operating some 239 websites, with an... Read more »

Revenue from the online gaming sector in the Philippines surged in the third quarter of 2025, according to figures from the country’s gambling regulator PAGCOR. Online casino gross gaming revenue was recorded at PHP41.95 billion, representing a rise of 17.4% from the PHP35.71 billion from last year’s third quarter. The segment outperformed the gaming industry... Read more »

Software supplier Pragmatic Play has strengthened its collaboration with the operator Bplay through the rollout of its Smart Studio live dealer games. Through Pragmatic Play’s Smart Studio, the partnership brings Roulette, Auto Roulette, Auto Mega Roulette, and Blackjack X to Bplay. The software developer’s Smart Studio technology enables operators to customize their live dealer tables,... Read more »

Peer-to-peer betting exchange platform ProphetX has applied to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission for registration as both a designated contract market and a derivatives clearing organization. If approved, ProphetX would be the first regulated US exchange and clearinghouse designed specifically for sports-based event contracts. The dual filing aims to allow users to trade, clear, and... Read more »

A bipartisan proposal to legalize online sports betting in Wisconsin is rapidly progressing through the state legislature, according to the Wisconsin Examiner. Introduced in late October, the bill passed the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Revenue by a 5–3 vote, forwarding it to the Senate floor. The legislation would allow online sports wagering through a... Read more »

A rising number of minors, including high school students, are gambling online in Japan, with reports of underage individuals turning to fraud to feed their addiction. According to The Japan News, the Metropolitan Police Department in Tokyo recently arrested a 15-year-old high school student from Sendai for defrauding a man of JPY1.34 million through a... Read more »

Two Major League Baseball players have been indicted over an alleged scheme to rig pitches in a sports betting fraud worth more than US$460,000. Emmanuel Clase de la Cruz and Luis Leandro Ortiz Ribera are charged with having conspired with gamblers to manipulate pitch outcomes in games. They face charges including wire fraud conspiracy, honest... Read more »

Malaysia has announced new amendments to the Sports Development Act 1997 to close loopholes and strengthen enforcement of gambling in sports. Reported in The Star, Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh announced that her ministry was pushing ahead with consultations and discussing how to make the act more effective. “The amendments are expected to be... Read more »

The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs has formally instructed offshore gambling website 20Bet to stop advertising its services to New Zealand residents, according to RNZ. This cease-and-desist order comes after New Zealand passed measures in June making it illegal for overseas betting operators to accept bets from inside New Zealand. The Gambling Act bans... Read more »

Oleh Soleh, Commission I Member of the House of Representatives in Indonesia, has called on the government to continue blocking igaming platforms, even as gambling transaction figures reportedly decline. According to recent data from the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center, the value of igaming transactions decreased to RP155 trillion in 2025, compared to the... Read more »

Australian media group Nine Entertainment said taxpayers should compensate domestic media firms if a federal gambling advertising ban proceeds, warning that uneven rules could favor large global tech platforms, according to The Canberra Times. Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited, an Australian publicly listed company publishing on digital media under the Nine brand, has been in... Read more »

Mohegan Digital, the igaming division of Mohegan, recently launched an online sportsbook on the Mohegan Pennsylvania Online Casino app and website. Residents of Pennsylvania and visitors to the state 21 and older can navigate to the Sports tab on the app or desktop site and view Mohegan PA Online Sportsbook wagering options and promotions for football, baseball,... Read more »

The CEO of IGT’s digital group is on track to be licensed in Nevada. The Gaming Control Board recommended Gil Rotem be licensed when he appears this month before the Gaming Commission. It’s the first time he’ll be licensed in the state. His licensing comes after funds managed by Apollo Global Management, which owns the... Read more »

DraftKings and ESPN on Thursday announced a partnership that will make DraftKings the sole official sportsbook and odds provider for ESPN, starting 1 December. One might think that would be the emphasis of DraftKings’ investors call Friday morning. But instead, most analysts were curious about the launch of DraftKings Predictions. “In the coming months, we... Read more »

HireStakes has launched as a global recruitment firm, with emerging markets like Asia and the UAE firmly in its crosshairs, alongside North America, Latin America and Europe. The Glasgow-based business has been co-founded by former BettingJobs senior recruitment consultant Stuart Armstrong, alongside marketing agency Boyd Digital’s Colin Boyd and Chris Lowden and Gorden Brown, who... Read more »

DraftKings Chief Executive Jason Robins has said predictions markets could encourage the legalization of sports wagering and igaming in more US states. In the company’s third quarter 2025 earnings letter, Robins highlighted plans to launch DraftKings Predictions in the coming months, describing it as a “significant incremental opportunity” for the company. “As growth in predictions... Read more »

The Gangwon Provincial Police Agency has arrested 14 individuals on charges of operating an illegal online gambling network in the Philippines valued at over KRW5 trillion. According to The Dong-a Ilbo, the agency’s criminal task force said the ringleader was a man in his 40s and that seven of the suspects had been formally detained.... Read more »

Philippine supplier DigiPlus Interactive has reported a 59% drop in third quarter net income to PHP1.71 billion, between July and September, following a directive requiring e-wallet providers to disconnect in-app access to licensed gaming platforms. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas issued the order in August, halting player activity and transactions in the sector. According to... Read more »

Trading platform Robinhood Markets has reported third quarter revenues of US$1.27 billion, a 100% increase from the same period last year driven by trading activity in cryptocurrencies, options, and equities. Net income rose to US$556 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 271%, while diluted earnings per share reached US$0.61, up 259% year-on-year. Transaction-based revenue grew... Read more »

Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs shut down more than 2 million online gambling websites between October 20 and November 2, as part of a national crackdown on illegal gaming. According to Antara News, Minister Meutya Hafid said that 2,458,934 websites and related content were taken down, including 2.1 million websites and over 123,000... Read more »

DraftKings on Thursday reported revenue of US$1.14 billion for the third quarter, an increase of US$49 million, or 4%, compared to US$1.10 billion during the same period in 2024. DraftKings said third-quarter revenue was “driven by continued healthy customer engagement, efficient acquisition of new customers, and higher structural Sportsbook hold percentage, partially offset by customer-friendly... Read more »

It didn’t take ESPN long to pivot from the termination of its agreement with Penn Entertainment. ESPN on Thursday morning announced an agreement with DraftKings to be the official sportsbook and odds provider for ESPN, effective December 1. A news release said the agreement “unites two of the most iconic brands in sports” to deliver... Read more »

Leon County Judge Jonathan Sjostrom has dismissed a lawsuit claiming that a deal permitting the Seminole Tribe of Florida to offer online sports wagering breached a 2018 constitutional amendment. According to CBS News, Sjostrom argued that the plaintiff, Delaware-based Protect the Constitution, lacked legal standing to proceed. He rejected the lawsuit but gave the company... Read more »

Penn Entertainment’s earnings calls have been known to include breaking news. Whether it’s an agreement to buy Canadian-based theScore in 2021, the acquisition of Barstool Sports and the eventual decision to sell it back to Dave Portnoy in 2023, or the seemingly groundbreaking 10-year exclusive online sports betting agreement with ESPN in August 2023, Penn... Read more »

Philippine Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto has said he is against a total ban on online gambling, explaining that the gambling sector can generate net economic benefits if it is properly regulated and if social harms are effectively managed. In an interview with BusinessWorld, Recto said the Department of Finance wants to see tighter regulation... Read more »

Casino software developer Stakelogic has announced a new partnership with operator Ellipse Entertainment in Ontario. Stakelogic’s portfolio of slot games will be available on HighFlyerCasino, one of Ellipse’s principal casino brands. This will be made possible through a strategic partnership with Relax Gaming. Players at HighFlyerCasino will now have access to Stakelogic’s games like Wrath... Read more »

Casino software developer IGT has announced the North American online debut of its Mystery of the Lamp Enchanted Palace slot. The game will be available to players in Ontario and several US states, including Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Rhode Island. IGT aims to expand the reach of its Mystery of the Lamp... Read more »

FanDuel Casino has introduced a new option within its FanDuel Casino Jackpots progressive jackpot system, allowing players to contribute US$0.20 per spin instead of US$0.10 for an increased chance at winning. The double contribution feature is available to access in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania across multiple casino games. Initially debuting in April 2025, the... Read more »

Indonesia’s Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections Affairs Yusril Ihza Mahendra has said government efforts to combat online gambling have so far proved ineffective, despite a year of enforcement under President Prabowo Subianto’s administration. According to local publication, Tempo, which was reporting from the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center in Jakarta, Yusril... Read more »

Casino games supplier Hacksaw Gaming has entered a partnership with operator betOcean to expand its content offering in New Jersey. The deal brings a selection of Hacksaw titles to the platform, including Wanted Dead or a Wild, Le Bandit, and Chaos Crew 2. The launch marks the supplier’s latest step in its North American growth... Read more »

Kevin Mullally has stepped down as Chief Executive of the United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority. The Authority’s board has appointed Chairman Jim Murren to step in as Interim Chief Executive with immediate effect. Mullally joined the regulator in June 2023 during its establishment phase, guiding the creation of its regulatory frameworks and... Read more »

Revenues for Sportradar grew 14.5% in the third quarter, reaching €292.1 million, in results released on 5 November. Thanks to what Chief Financial Officer Craig Felenstein characterized as “predictable and sustainable sports-rights costs,” cash flow was €85 million. Sports-rights expenses escalated 15% because of renewals of ATP and MLB contracts. Sportradar realized a €22.5 million... Read more »

Reflective of a third quarter in which all major metrics were higher, Sportradar began its earnings call Wednesday with the announcement that it was authorizing an additional US$100 million in share repurchases. SRAD shares were trading at US$25.58 at the time. Two days ago (3 November), Sportradar had closed its acquisition of IMG Arena, a... Read more »

Sports betting technology provider Kambi has revealed that revenue fell by 13.1% to €37.4 million in the third quarter of 2025. If transition fees from quarter three 2024 of €2.3 million are excluded, revenue fell 8.1%. Revenue from January to September totaled €119.3 million, showing a decline of 9.6%, but with transition fees from the... Read more »

Social gaming business MyPrize has partnered with Crypto.com to launch MyPrize Markets, a social gaming and prediction markets platform. MyPrize has become Crypto.com’s first social gaming partner, using the company’s infrastructure to offer prediction markets to a global audience of over one million users. MyPrize Markets will cover categories like sports, cryptocurrency, and politics, all... Read more »

First sportsbook has established a long-term partnership with Brazilian operator Pixbet to deliver a localized sportsbook in the country. The alliance merges Pixbet’s Brazilian presence with First’s LatAm-native technology, which supports real-time PIX payments and Portuguese-language functionality. First says its infrastructure is tailored for Brazil’s sporting culture, including odds models for competitions such as the... Read more »

US prediction market Kalshi has named former Uber Finance Executive Saurabh Tejwani as its first Chief Financial Officer. Tejwani was at Uber between 2015 and 2019 in a succession of corporate development roles. In 2019, he helped manage the taxi company’s initial public offering and raised funds for the platform. Latterly, he has worked as... Read more »

Spribe, the creator of crash game Aviator, has named Brazilian Ultimate Fighting Championship flyweight Alexandre ‘Cannibal’ Pantoja as its latest brand ambassador. Pantoja will participate in global campaigns throughout the next year, promoting Aviator to his fans in Brazil and beyond. Aviator is a crash-style casino game where players place bets and attempt to cash... Read more »

Bangladesh Bank has directed all mobile financial service providers to halt transactions associated with online gambling, in line with recent instructions from the Information and Communication Technology Division. Bangladesh Bank issued letters to 13 mobile financial service operators directing them to strengthen oversight and implement technological safeguards to prevent illegal activities. As per the directive’s... Read more »

Authorities in Thailand have launched an investigation into the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in relation to the illegal promotion of online casinos. It is alleged that contestants had been promoting online casinos while staying at their accommodation in Thailand in the run-up to the pageant, a practice that is considered illegal under Thai law. Investigators... Read more »

FanDuel on Tuesday announced the launch of its FanDuel Casino Jackpots feature, giving players the opportunity to double their chances of winning a jackpot on eligible games by increasing their contribution to US$0.20 after opting-in to FanDuel Casino Jackpots. The feature is available to players in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania and on a wide... Read more »

Game studio Evoplay has entered the North American lottery space via a partnership with DC Lottery, bringing its instant game Adrenaline Rush to District of Columbia players. This will be the first collaboration between Evoplay and the DC Lottery, in partnership with lottery game studio EQL Games. The move follows the company’s partnership with Caesars... Read more »

Sports betting provider Kambi Group has partnered with operator Superbet Group, to provide its odds feed across the operator’s Latin American and Central European products. The agreement gives Superbet access to Kambi’s complete range of traded odds across its Superbet platform and Napoleon brands in several regions. Under the agreement, Kambi will provide technology and... Read more »

Australian racing data and technology company Racing and Sports has appointed Ronnie Tay as Head of Asia, as it expands its operations in Asia. Racing and Sports recently established operations in Hong Kong and in April 2025 onboarded six established Hong Kong-based racing publications and a data service. In his new role, Tay is responsible... Read more »

Google has tightened its advertising rules on social casino games, forbidding the marketing of sweepstakes casinos. The company reclassified sweepstakes casinos as outside the scope of its ‘social gaming’ category, updating its global gambling and games policy to remove ambiguity around these platforms. The change added a single line, “Examples of games that are not... Read more »

Sportradar on Monday announced the completion of its acquisition of IMG Arena and its global sports betting rights portfolio from Endeavor Group Holdings and OB Global Holdings. The acquired portfolio includes strategic relationships with more than 70 rightsholders, delivering about 38,000 official data events and 29,000 streaming events across 14 global sports on six continents. ... Read more »

Two independent Tasmanian Members of Parliament are proposing a motion that would ban gambling advertising in Tasmania. Meg Webb, who represents Nelson, and Clark representative Kristie Johnston have put forward a joint initiative that would see the banning of gambling advertising and sponsorship at state-owned venues. Johnson also will re-table her Private Members’ Bill alongside... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR revealed a 49% net income increase from January to September this year, with revenues growing 5.8%. The agency reported that net income has risen to PHP14.32 billion in 2025, compared to PHP9.63 billion in 2024. PAGCOR also revealed that revenues increased to PHP84.09 billion, up from PHP79.43 billion in the same... Read more »

Efforts by prediction platform Kalshi to erase references to sportsbooks from its job listings and marketing have been reported by Sportico. Kalshi has revised a job posting to remove multiple mentions of “sportsbooks” after users on social media noted that the language clashed with the company’s claim that it is not part of the gambling... Read more »

US sports betting operators are remaining on the sidelines of the predictions market industry, concerned that it could threaten their state gambling licenses, Bloomberg reports. Caesars Entertainment told investors it is monitoring the space but not immediately participating in prediction markets. CEO Tom Reed told Bloomberg, “we will not put any of our licenses at... Read more »

Brian Armstrong, CEO of cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, turned his company’s quarterly earnings call into an informal experiment highlighting risks in prediction markets, Bloomberg reports. Instead of ending the call with forecasts, Armstrong said words like “Bitcoin,” “Ethereum,” and “Web3.” They matched contracts listed on prediction platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, where about US$84,000 had been traded... Read more »

Thai authorities have shut down an online gambling operation in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, seizing more than THB367 million in transactions and arresting three suspects. According to the Bangkok Post, Deputy Commander of Provincial Police Region 7, Police Major General Chomchawin Purathananon, said the operation was led by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau and targeted... Read more »

The Indonesian Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center has predicted that online gambling turnover in the country could reach RP150.36 trillion by the end of 2025. The agency revealed that online gambling revenue totaled RP976.8 trillion from 2017 to mid-2025 across 709 million transactions. Player numbers surged from 3.79 million in 2023 to 9.78 million... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Connecticut, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Total igaming revenue for September 2025 in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island added up to US$818.3 compared to US$686.7 million... Read more »

Italian football club AC Milan has partnered with online gaming platform SureWin, which will serve as the club’s official regional online casino in Asia. The collaboration will introduce fan initiatives and digital content targeting the club’s Asian fanbase. Founded by William Anderson, SureWin obtained a license from the Philippine regulator PAGCOR in 2017 and entered... Read more »

Saint Louis University has partnered with FanDuel Sports Network to broadcast at least 10 Saint Louis Billikens men’s basketball games and one women’s basketball game during the 2025-26 season. The agreement was made by the university’s athletics multimedia rights holder Learfield’s Billikens Sports Properties. Tom Ackerman, Sports Director at KMOX 1120 AM, will handle play-by-play... Read more »

Reports of scams and fraud linked to online gambling and gaming platforms are rising, according to Better Business Bureau – a non-profit that tracks scams across various industries. The group said scams are growing alongside the growth of virtual betting and gaming options, from sports wagering and igaming apps to social gaming sites where users... Read more »

YouTube is set to enforce stricter rules around online gambling and graphic video game content, starting November 17. Its gambling policies will be expanded to cover digital goods with monetary value, including NFTs and video game skins. From November 17, creators will not be permitted to upload online gambling content involving real money unless the... Read more »

New York State lawmakers met in Albany on Wednesday to examine the rising risks associated with online gambling and the future of mobile sports betting in the state. The joint hearing, held by the Assembly Racing and Wagering Committee and the Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Committee, focused on how platforms like DraftKings and FanDuel have... Read more »

A state representative who was involved in Georgia’s efforts to legalize sports wagering has stepped down to focus on a separate business opportunity, according to Fox 5 News. State Rep. Marcus Wiedower, a Republican who has served Georgia’s 121st district since 2019, had introduced two bills, House Bill 686 and House Resolution 450, intending to... Read more »

Experiencing its best third quarter, Rush Street Interactive posted US$277.9 million in revenue, a 20% year-over-year increase. The company also realized a US$14.8 million profit. Cash flow for Rush Street Interactive shot up 54%, reaching US$36 million. Sales and marketing expenses dipped slightly to US$38.1 million. Company leaders were prompted to raise their earnings guidance... Read more »

Yggdrasil has expanded its presence in Brazil through a partnership with local operator KingPanda. The agreement will see a selection of Yggdrasil titles added to KingPanda’s platform, including some of the game studio’s most recognized releases, such as MexoMax 2, Vikings Go to Olympus, and 4 Wolves of Fortune DoubleMax. These will be joined by... Read more »

Military threats by the US toward Colombia don’t dampen Rush Street Interactive’s interest in the region, according to Chief Executive Richard Schwartz. The topic was broached at the end of Rush Street’s third-quarter earnings call. “There’s lots of opportunity and there is a very large population,” Schwartz said of Latin and South Americas. “Anything is... Read more »

The NCAA has postponed a rule change permitting college athletes and athletic staff to bet on professional sports. The landmark rule change was originally set to come into force on November 1 but has been pushed back to November 22. On Tuesday, the Division I Board voted to move the date to one day after... Read more »

Prediction market Polymarket plans to relaunch in the US with a focus on sports betting. Trading could begin by the end of November but will only be available to a limited number of users at first, according to reporting in Bloomberg. The prediction market’s return follows its move offshore after paying a US$1.4 million penalty... Read more »

A bipartisan group of Wisconsin lawmakers has introduced a bill that would legalize online sports betting across the state by routing wagers through servers located on tribal land. Under the Wisconsin Constitution, gambling is permitted only on tribal territories. The proposed ‘hub-and-spoke’ model would let residents place bets anywhere by connecting to servers based on... Read more »

VSiN, the sports betting network, on Wednesday announced the addition and expansion of affiliates in Cleveland, Ohio, and Charleston, South Carolina. Cleveland’s WARF-AM 1350 will expand to 20 plus hours of VSiN’s sports betting programming daily. VSiN programming also will be heard on WIWF-FM 96.9 HD-3 in Charleston. Additionally, VSiN recently launched on the new... Read more »

The New Zealand government has revised its emerging online gambling legislation to channel some of the country’s gambling revenue into local sports clubs and community organizations. The Online Casino Gambling Bill, introduced by the New Zealand Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden, will now see offshore gambling tax raised from 12% to 16%, with... Read more »

FanDuel has signed up Francine Maric, better known as Lady Luck HQ, as an exclusive ambassador. Maric has more than one million subscribers and is currently the most-subscribed female slot and casino influencer on YouTube. Her channel, Lady Luck HQ, features casino insights, slot gameplay, and commentary on responsible gaming. She’s also active on Instagram,... Read more »

US District Court for Massachusetts Judge Richard G. Stearns has ruled against Kalshi’s attempt to move a state lawsuit to federal court. The case will now be returned to the Superior Court of Suffolk County. In September, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell sued Kalshi over the platform’s sports prediction markets that were available to customers... Read more »

Thailand’s Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau has shut down an unlicensed igaming network that generated more than THB100 million in online wagers over three years. The site, g2g69bet, was allegedly operated by Weerapong, a former Muay Thai champion better known by his fight name ‘Puenkon Tor Surat’. Investigators said the platform operated with clearly defined roles... Read more »

iGaming supplier Pragmatic Play has deepened its collaboration with Peruvian online gambling site DoradoBet via an agreement to deliver its Smart Studio live casino features on the platform. Smart Studio enables operators to customize elements of Pragmatic’s live casino games to produce bespoke environments showcasing their own brands. Pragmatic Play already recently expanded in the... Read more »

US President Donald Trump’s social media firm, Trump Media & Technology Group, has partnered with crypto exchange and trading platform Crypto.com to launch a prediction market on Truth Social. Truth Predict will enable Truth Social users to trade on the outcomes of future events, including elections, inflation rates, and sports outcomes. Integration testing is planned... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi filed a lawsuit against the New York State Gaming Commission on Monday, challenging its regulatory authority over prediction markets. Kalshi’s lawsuit claims the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has “exclusive jurisdiction” over predictions platforms and described intervention by the gambling regulators as a state-level crackdown on its sports-related trading products. Kalshi argued that... Read more »

Bragg Gaming has expanded its partnership with igaming hosting provider Internet Vikings through a new agreement in West Virginia. The new deal will see Internet Viking supply two in-state data center environments: one for primary operations and one for disaster recovery. The latter is a mirror of the former and is ready for immediate activation... Read more »

US President Donald Trump has nominated lawyer and crypto adviser Michael Selig to chair the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Selig currently serves as Chief Counsel for the US Securities and Exchange Commission Crypto Task Force and is an adviser to the regulator’s chair Paul Atkins. If Selig is approved by the Senate he will take... Read more »

Online casino game developer RubyPlay has expanded its presence in the US via a collaboration with Ocean Casino Resort’s online platform, betOcean.com, in New Jersey. The partnership means that many of RubyPlay’s slot titles will be available at betOcean, including J Mania, Lucky Pyggs, Immortal Ways Volcano, and Diamond Explosion 7s SE. The agreement also... Read more »

A lawsuit filed in Jackson County Circuit Court in Missouri yesterday has accused Stake.us of running an illegal online casino targeting Missouri residents. The complaint also targets influencer Adin Ross and rapper Drake for promoting Stake’s business using livestreams and social media, while allegedly misleading viewers about the source of their gambling funds. The complaint... Read more »

South Korean police in the city of Jeju have dismantled an organized crime network running illegal online gambling operations aimed at teenagers and seafarers. According to the Jeju Provincial Police Agency, the operations had generated more than KRW22 billion in wagers. Police arrested 21 people, including a man in his 40s suspected of leading the... Read more »

Icasino game developer Pragmatic Play has announced the launch of a live casino studio in Bogota, Colombia, as part of its expansion across Latin America. The facility has been backed by a fund of US$15 million and, according to Pragmatic Play, it is expected to create up to 1,500 jobs in the Bogota region. The... Read more »

While prediction markets have seen rapid growth worldwide, they remain illegal in the Philippines, and there is no immediate sign of that changing. Under the Philippines Revised Penal Code and a 2017 executive order, any wager on an uncertain outcome counts as gambling unless licensed by the country’s regulator, PAGCOR.  PAGCOR has not issued a... Read more »

As the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) of the United Arab Emirates prepares to launch its igaming market, it has been reported that the regulator will offer up to seven online gaming licenses – one for each emirate. According to a report by Vixio GamblingCompliance, the model follows the brick-and-mortar-based system, allowing one business-to-consumer... Read more »

Oklahoma lawmakers are deadlocked on sports betting legislation, and it is costing the state millions in potential revenue. The claim was aired at a Senate panel, and according to one of those who spoke at the hearing, Sports Betting Alliance member Frank Sizemore, neighboring states and illegal operators were cashing in on the absence of legal... Read more »

Sports data and technology company Statscore has partnered with ESPN Brazil to bring its LivematchPro tracker to its digital programming and YouTube streams of televised matches. The tool provides real-time statistics, visual updates, and key match insights alongside live commentary, improving the viewing experience. The collaboration aims to blend analysis with data visualization. “We are... Read more »

A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced a bill to ban microbetting, a form of sports betting that he says can fuel impulsive gambling and lead to financial ruin, particularly for young people. The bill, sponsored by Assemblyman Dan Hutchinson, would ban bets on in-game moments, such as the outcome of a coin toss or a... Read more »

DraftKings is moving toward entry in prediction markets, having announced the acquisition of Railbird Technologies and its wholly owned subsidiary, Railbird Exchange, a federally licensed exchange designated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The acquisition supports DraftKings’ broader strategy to expand its addressable opportunity through regulated event contracts. Railbird’s team and proprietary technology establish a... Read more »

The Philippine Department of Finance has called for the introduction of health warnings to tackle the problem of online gambling addiction. During a hearing of the House Committee on Games and Amusements, Department of Finance Director Ma. Karla Espinosa said that while online gambling brings some economic benefits, these have to be balanced by strong... Read more »

NCAA athletes and staff will be allowed to bet on professional sports following a rule change that will take effect on November 1. On October 22, the Division II and Division III management councils revealed that they had approved the rule change, following the Division I Administrative Committee’s adoption of the change on October 8.... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has reported a 49% drop in revenue after the removal of online gambling features from popular e-wallet platforms in August. PAGCOR Assistant Vice President Jessa Mariz Fernandez told lawmakers during a House Games and Amusements Committee Hearing this week that the agency’s monthly income fell to PHP2.9 billion in September, down... Read more »

India’s Supreme Court has asked the central government to respond to a public interest litigation that seeks a nationwide ban on online gambling platforms operating under the guise of social or e-sports games. Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K.V. Viswanathan directed the petitioner’s counsel to share a copy of the plea with government representatives on Wednesday,... Read more »

The Auckland Cricket Association has warned that New Zealand’s proposed Online Casino Gambling Bill could cut off crucial funding for community sport, threatening the future of grassroots cricket across the region. At present, New Zealand’s Class 4 gaming system requires a minimum of 40% of net proceeds to be returned to the community via grants.... Read more »

The NHL has signed multi-year partnerships with prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket. The deal, announced on Wednesday, gives both Kalshi and Polymarket access to the NHL’s data and rights, allowing both sites to use NHL branding, including logos, on their platforms and products. Respective brokers and merchants of Kalshi and Polymarket will also be able... Read more »

Bangladeshi media portals found displaying betting advertisements or unsafe content will be closed immediately and without advance warning. Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser on posts, telecommunications, and information and communication technology Faiz Ahmed Taiyeb confirmed the move during a speech at the Measures to Prevent Online Gambling meeting at the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has partnered with the National Privacy Commission to strengthen data protection and regulatory services across the country’s regulated market. The agreement, signed on October 20, will see the two agencies launch joint programs to address data privacy-related challenges, as well as enhance stakeholder cooperation and promote a safer gaming environment nationwide.... Read more »

Lawmakers in Australia’s Northern Territory have called for a parliamentary inquiry into the laws governing the territory’s online gambling regulator after growing concerns over its transparency and effectiveness. The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission is a part-time body with no full-time staff, which oversees more than 40 corporate bookmakers based in the Territory. These... Read more »

Playtech has released a statement denying accusations made by rival game developer Evolution that it organized a smear campaign to damage the latter’s reputation and business. The statement released on Tuesday said, “The suggestion that [Playtech’s] subsidiary, Playtech Software Limited (PTS), engaged in a smear campaign is wholly untrue and is designed to distract from... Read more »

iGaming supplier Playson has expanded its presence in North America through a new content partnership with online gambling provider PointsBet, which is currently live in Ontario. PointsBet Casino’s gaming portfolio will now include Playson’s Hold and Win series following integration through Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform. Titles such as Coin Strike: Hold and Win, Thunder... Read more »

Online slots studio Yggdrasil has expanded its presence in Brazil by partnering with local gambling operator Casa de Apostas. The announcement follows Yggdrasil’s recent partnerships in Brazil with online casinos Galera.bet and Betespecial in July and October, respectively. The software provider’s top-performing titles, including Vikings Go Berzerk, Valley of the Gods, and Holmes and the... Read more »

Michigan icasinos generated US$243.4 million in revenue in September, a 33.5% increase year-over-year from US$182.3 million. The latest report from the Michigan Gaming Control Board showed that of the 14 icasinos, three saw revenues decline, 10 saw revenues rise and SI casino ceased operations this year. The highest year-over-year revenue increase was recorded by Fanatics,... Read more »

Malta-based online gaming developer Hacksaw Gaming has entered a new content partnership with Brazilian operator Esportes da Sorte. Founded in 2018, Esportes da Sorte recently converted its provisional authorization into a permanent license from Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Betting, allowing it to operate nationwide. This new agreement gives Esportes da Sorte’s users access to... Read more »

Supplier SkillOnNet has expanded its relationship with games developer Games Global, with launches planned in Peru, Brazil, and Buenos Aires City in the coming months. Players in the expanded regions will gain access to titles, including Gold Blitz, developed in partnership with gaming studio Fortune Factory Studios, and the progressive jackpot, Mega Moolah. Jani Kontturi,... Read more »

Australian bookmakers, including Tabcorp, Sportsbet, and Entain, have removed state-level soccer tournaments from their platforms in response to the Football Association’s proposed increase in product fees. At the moment, betting companies are required to pay the Football Association a cut of their proceeds in the form of a 1% turnover or 15% of each quarterly... Read more »

Sri Lanka’s new gambling regulator, the Gambling Regulatory Authority, is expected to be established and fully operational by 20 June 2026. Sri Lanka’s Chair of the Committee on Public Finance Dr Harda de Silva said the timeline followed recommendations from the Committee on Public Finance to the Treasury and Inland Revenue Department. The Committee advised... Read more »

Wisconsin lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill allowing residents to place sports bets online, expanding wagering beyond the state’s existing tribal casinos. Under current law, sports betting is limited to on-site sportsbooks operated by tribal entities such as Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee. The new legislation would authorize tribal operators to launch their own mobile apps... Read more »

London Stock Exchange listed igaming supplier Playtech is alleged to have been involved in a smear campaign targeting rival Evolution, according to a statement released by Evolution on October 21. The revelation comes after years of litigation in the US, which has uncovered that Playtech Software Limited, a subsidiary of Playtech Plc, paid more than... Read more »

Shareholders at Australian operator Tabcorp have approved a new options package for Chief Executive Gillon McLachlan The package was described by the Australian Shareholders Association as “outlandish,” according to The Sydney Morning Herald.  At the company’s annual general meeting on Monday, investors voted overwhelmingly in favor of granting McLachlan a second round of long-term share... Read more »

California’s tribal gaming leaders say online prediction market platforms, not daily fantasy sports apps, pose the biggest threat to their sovereignty and revenue base, according to KCRA 3. In an interview on TV show, California Politics 360, the chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association, James Siva, said the rise of apps that offer... Read more »

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Chair Jordan Maynard has floated a change to current regulations that allow sportsbooks to engage in “predatory practices” through VIP programs. Analysis posted by the Commission last month found that while players who are losing are sent invitations to join VIP or Loyalty Clubs, winning bettors are instead seeing restrictions applied to... Read more »

Seven South Korean nationals have been arrested by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration for allegedly operating an illegal online gambling scheme inside the Clark Freeport Zone, a site once associated with Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators, or POGOs. Bureau of Immigration Commissioner Joel Anthony M. Viado confirmed the arrests on Sunday, saying the government remains firm... Read more »

A gambling syndicate is alleged to have been involved in a point shaving scandal, which is being investigated by federal authorities and the NCAA, according to an ESPN report. Nine sportsbooks in 13 different states and one Canadian province reportedly spotted unusual betting activity on college basketball games played between December 1, 2024, and the... Read more »

US bettors spend more than the global average, despite being less active compared to the rest of the world, according to data from Optimove’s latest iGaming Pulse report. The report tracked 3.2 million players in the US and 21 million globally in September. US players, on average, deposited US$404 on online gambling platforms in September,... Read more »

Games supplier 3 Oaks Gaming has expanded its presence in Brazil by partnering with local operator Aposta Ganha. Aposta Ganha will add several 3 Oaks Gaming slot titles into its platform, including 3 China Pots, 3 Hot Chillies, and Coin Volcano, as well as newer releases such as Sun of Egypt 5 and Super Hot... Read more »

SlotMatrix, the icasino content aggregation arm of EveryMatrix, has widened its US presence with the release of Piggy Gold Coins in Michigan and New Jersey. The slot title offers a return-to-player rate of up to 96.16% and a top payout of 2 million coins. Its design centers on Expanding Wilds that appear when two Wild... Read more »

The Guyanese government is preparing to introduce tougher regulations and higher taxes on gambling amid growing concern from religious and public health organizations over its social and economic effect on families. Speaking at his weekly press briefing, Guyana’s Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo said the spread of mobile betting has turned gambling into a significant national... Read more »

Prediction market platfom Kalshi is causing unease among US geolocation providers that enforce location-based compliance for online betting companies, according to Sportico. Kalshi, valued at US$5 billion, lets users trade event contracts nationwide under a Commodity Futures Trading Commission license without the location-tracking tools required in state-licensed betting. Firms such as GeoComply, Radar and Xpoint... Read more »

Chicago-based derivatives exchange CME Group plans to launch financial contracts linked to sports events and economic indicators before the end of the year, competing with prediction-market operators Kalshi and Polymarket, according to Bloomberg. CME intends to distribute the new products through futures commission merchants, including one being developed with sportsbook operator FanDuel. Shares in DraftKings,... Read more »

A new poll by national survey conductor the Siena Research Institute has found that New Yorkers are divided regarding their opinions on sports gambling. The poll found that 39% of the 814 New York residents surveyed believe online sports betting regulates and taxes a formerly illegal activity while adding more entertainment for fans, while 37%... Read more »

Icasino games developer Wazdan has partnered with the Delaware Lottery, expanding its presence in US. Delaware Lottery players will have access to Wazdan’s portfolio of games, including Hold the Jackpot, Cash Infinity, Collect to Infinity, Sticky to Infinity, and Cash Out. The Delaware Lottery has operated for 49 years and offers slots and casino games... Read more »

IGT has announced that IGT PlayDigital will introduce Tiger and Dragon Cash on Reels game to online players in Ontario, Canada. The game also will be introduced to US jurisdictions including Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. The release marks the North American online debut of the land-based title, expanding its reach... Read more »

BetMGM on Friday extended its partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers through the 2029 season, designating BetMGM as the team’s official sports betting, icasino and gaming partner. The renewed agreement increases BetMGM’s presence across Steelers platforms, introduces new fan-focused experiences and continues the Decade of Black & Gold Sweepstakes each year of the partnership. The sweepstakes... Read more »

Australian media and communications regulator, the Australian Communications and Media Authority, has directed internet service providers to block access to another seven online gambling sites. The sites, which are operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001, are Crown Gold, Maxispin Casino, Rain.gg, Didibet, LuckyBet, Malina Casino, and Spins of Glory. It follows a... Read more »

Sportsbook technology provider Data.bet has secured official certification from Gaming Laboratories International, confirming its compliance with Brazil’s betting standards. Gaming Laboratories International is an independent testing and inspection body recognized by all regulators across Latin America. It audits gaming systems to ensure they meet the given requirements of the regulatory framework, such as fairness, security,... Read more »

The Myanmar Police Force has intensified its crackdown on illegal online gambling networks, including websites and social media pages that promote gambling. In a recent statement, police said there was rising public concern over the financial impact of online slot and casino games. As internet access expands, officials have noted a rise in gambling among... Read more »

Colombia’s gambling regulator, Coljuegos, has partnered with the Valle del Cauca governor’s office and the state-run Valle Lottery to tackle illegal games of chance that divert funds intended for public healthcare. Under the agreement, the three entities will coordinate enforcement actions against unlicensed operations, including illegal raffles, unregistered “white chance” games, and underground casinos in... Read more »

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has confirmed its US$100 million acquisition of Commodity Futures Trading Commission-licensed contract market Small Exchange signals an interest in entering the prediction markets space. Kraken announced the acquisition yesterday, saying it would expand its global trading infrastructure and pave the way for a fully US-native derivatives offering. Shortly after the announcement, a... Read more »

The Nevada Gaming Control Board has circulated a notice to licensees clarifying that it regards sports event contracts as wagers. Sent on Wednesday, Notice 2025-77 acknowledged that licensees and affiliates had expressed an interest in the growing event prediction market and said the regulator had been receiving direct enquiries about its stance on sports event... Read more »

Spribe has named UFC welterweight and middleweight fighter Michael ‘Venom’ Page as the latest brand ambassador for its flagship crash game, Aviator. As Aviator’s newest ambassador, Page will start a series of global campaigns promoting the new crash game to his millions of fans. The collaboration forms part of Spribe’s multi-year, multi-million-dollar marketing partnership with... Read more »

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear public interest litigation seeking a nationwide ban on online gambling and betting platforms allegedly operating under the guise of e-sports and social games. The litigation was filed on behalf of governance organization, the Centre for Accountability and Systemic Change, on October 13 and will be heard... Read more »

The stock market shock after the launch of prediction market Kalshi’s NFL parlay product may have been an overreaction, according to Sportico. At the end of September, the launch sent shockwaves through the sports betting industry and briefly wiped billions off the market caps of DraftKings and FanDuel parent company Flutter. Reports suggest, however, that... Read more »

Affiliate group Winners has acquired the Nevada-based sports betting analytics company Moneyline Sports in a bid to add AI-driven sports betting intelligence to its offering. The acquisition was finalized in an earlier asset purchase letter of intent. Under the terms of the agreement, Moneyline will act as a wholly owned subsidiary of Winners while keeping... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks has been granted an interactive fantasy sports operating license by the New York State Gaming Commission. New York will become PrizePick’s forty-fifth jurisdiction, with the operator saying that it will launch its peer-to-peer contests in the coming weeks. The relaunch in the state comes after the fantasy sports operator had... Read more »

Online casino supplier SkillOnNet has expanded its collaboration with Evoplay by launching its portfolio in Mexico. Players on SkillOnNet’s local platforms, including PlayUZU.mx, can now access Evoplay’s mix of video slots, table games, crash titles, and interactive arcade-style releases such as its award-winning Adrenalin Rush: XCrash title. With their recent collaboration, both companies aim to... Read more »

Rush Street Interactive on Wednesday announced the promotion of Kyle Sauers to President, a role he will hold in addition to his position as Chief Financial Officer. “Kyle’s promotion reflects RSI’s continued growth and the natural evolution of his current leadership,” RSI Chief Executive Richard Schwartz said in a statement. “His strategic insight, operational discipline,... Read more »

Casino suppliers Hub88 and Live88 have been awarded gaming-related vendor licenses from the United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority. The approvals mean that Hub88 can provide aggregation services and Live88 can offer live casino products to licensed operators within the UAE. Both companies operate under the Yolo Group, and the move marks their... Read more »