Category
Regulation
4241 recent stories
Mohegan promotes Kristi Hanney to Vice President, Deputy General Counsel
To oversee legal operations and governance
Read summary →
Lawmakers Want Wildfire Prediction Markets Removed, But None Have Existed Since January 2025
Lawmakers are pressuring the CFTC to stop prediction markets from allowing users to trade on wildfires. However, no markets have been opened on wildfires since January last year. Even the markets that did exist were available only on Polymarket’s international platform, which is not subject to CFTC regulation. Polymar…
Read summary →
Pennsylvania Orgs Urge Lawmakers to Save Skill Games With New Bills
The Pennsylvania Taverns and Players Association (PA TAP) recently urged the General Assembly to enact fair and reasonable skill game legislation ahead of the October 13, 2026, court deadline. According to the PA TAP, thousands of organizations and small businesses across the state rely on this revenue to stay afloat.…
Read summary →
15ª edição da Brazilian Lounge Magazine mapeia o amadurecimento do mercado de apostas
Com o avanço das leis regulatórias e a profissionalização das empresas, o setor de apostas do Brasil se consolidou como um polo estratégico mundial. Com o intuito de acompanhar e […] O post 15ª edição da Brazilian Lounge Magazine mapeia o amadurecimento do mercado de apostas apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
Read summary →
Major Sweepstakes Casinos Shut Shop Amid Intense Scrutiny in U.S.
Two major sweepstakes casinos, The Money Factory and CoinFrenzy, have suddenly shut shop as United States lawmakers intensify scrutiny of the industry. It comes as dozens of sweepstakes casinos have similarly shuttered over the past 12 months, thanks to multiple states passing laws that prohibit the unregulated platfo…
Read summary →
SOFTSWISS to host “Scaling Across Regulated Markets” LinkedIn Live panel
On August 27
Read summary →
Los canales de plataformas ilegales de apuestas en Telegram tienen más de 1 millón de suscriptores en Brasil
Ocho plataformas ilegales de apuestas de cuota fija que operan en Brasil reúnen a más de un millón de suscriptores en canales de Telegram, según un relevamiento de Estadão. La […]
Read summary →Proponen impedir la transferencia de fondos públicos a medios de comunicación que publicitan apuestas
Un proyecto de ley presentado ante la Asamblea Legislativa de Rio Grande do Sul, en Brasil, pretende impedir la transferencia de fondos públicos estatales a medios de comunicación, redes sociales […]
Read summary →
SEC and CFTC sue Goliath Ventures over alleged crypto Ponzi scheme
The US agencies filed separate civil actions over a cryptocurrency investment scheme. US.- The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have filed separate civil lawsuits against Goliath Ventures and founder Christopher Delgado over an alleged crypto Ponzi scheme. Del…
Read summary →
US illegal online gambling jumps 45% to $97.4 billion in 2025, outpacing regulated sector
According to GCI report
Read summary →
CFTC says it can keep Kalshi trading despite New York shutdown order
Emergency letter cites $36B fine
Read summary →
Brazil expands illegal betting crackdown with asset freezes, automated site blocking
Ministry of Finance's new measures
Read summary →
FlightAware Cancels Lawsuit Against Kalshi, But Remains Source on Flight Market Open for Trading
FlightAware has voluntarily dismissed a lawsuit against Kalshi, with the two companies seemingly reaching an out-of-court agreement. FlightAware sued Kalshi in New York on Monday, claiming the prediction market operator had agreed not to use its data for commercial purposes. “Kalshi is using FlightAware’s data and nam…
Read summary →
FlightAware Drops Kalshi Lawsuit One Day After Filing as Kalshi Removes Its Name
The abrupt dismissal leaves unanswered whether the dispute was resolved privately and what it could mean for prediction markets’ reliance on third-party data. FlightAware abruptly abandoned its legal challenge against Kalshi before the case reached a courtroom, as the prediction market removed the flight tracker’s nam…
Read summary →
Un nuevo estudio de LCA revela una reducción de la participación del mercado ilegal de apuestas en Brasil
El Instituto Brasileño de Juego Responsable (IBJR) publicó el estudio “Fuera del Radar 2.0 – Dimensionamiento y combate del mercado ilegal de apuestas en Brasil”, elaborado por LCA Consultores a […]
Read summary →
CFTC Orders Kalshi to Keep Operating as New York Seeks Shutdown
The regulator says New York’s attempt to stop Kalshi from offering event contracts threatens to disrupt derivatives markets nationwide. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued an emergency order to require Kalshi to continue operating in New York, even if a state court rules that the platform must s…
Read summary →
CFTC orders Kalshi to continue trading despite New York dispute
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has ordered Kalshi to continue operating after the prediction market notified the agency of a market emergency. US.- The CFTC ordered Kalshi to continue trading despite New York Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit against the prediction platform. It invoked its emergency au…
Read summary →
ONJN blacklists around 800 illegal gambling sites
The additions more than double the previous record of around 370 domains set earlier in the same mandate.… The post ONJN blacklists around 800 illegal gambling sites appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Read summary →
Another $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Drops in Illinois
Illinois is once again happy to be the place of another great lottery jackpot – $1,000,000 won on Saturday, August 8, from the Lotto Million 2 drawing. The good news was shared by the Illinois Lottery in a press release detailing the fortunate event. First, there were details about the winning ticket, which was purcha…
Read summary →
Aviator LLC Trademarks Voided in Curaçao As Spribe Legal Showdown Continues
The trademark fight over the Aviator name has taken another turn, this time in Curaçao. The Court of First Instance ruled that two registrations held by Aviator LLC should be struck from the local register, giving Spribe a win in a dispute that has stretched across multiple countries. The decision was handed down on 2…
Read summary →
Italian club SS Lazio ends Polymarket sponsorship as regulator blocks prediction markets
The sponsorship deal was signed in April and was intended to continue until the 2027/28 season
Read summary →
Aviator Brand Dispute Spreads to Curaçao
Spribe and Aviator LLC remain locked in a sprawling legal conflict over the Aviator trademark, with lawsuits in multiple jurisdictions often siding with different parties. The newest development comes from Curaçao, where Spribe appears to have gained the upper hand. This victory could be one of the more impactful for …
Read summary →
South Yorkshire Police Busts Illegal Gambling Operation
The authorities in South Yorkshire, UK, have cracked down on illicit gaming across Sheffield and Doncaster, seizing gold, and hundreds of thousands of pounds in cash. The raids ran for two days and were part of the latest editions of Operation Duxford and Operation Snaresbrook. Three People Were Arrested Between Augus…
Read summary →
Macau government to invest US$16 billion in next five years to boost economic contribution of non-gaming sectors
Macau’s Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai stated in an article published Tuesday that the SAR will invest MOP$130 billion (US$16.1 […]
Read summary →
NC Education Lottery Awards Top Prizes to Several Winners
Several lucky players in North Carolina have won big after playing the NC Education Lottery’s games. One of the most recent winners was a player who won the first top prize in one of the lottery’s latest scratch-off tickets. Wheel of Fortune Delivered Its First Top Prize According to the lottery’s announcements on Aug…
Read summary →
Galaxsys supercharges crash games portfolio with Infinity
Galaxsys’ Infinity delivers a seamless crash experience built on a continuously fluctuating coefficient and real-time player interaction. The post Galaxsys supercharges crash games portfolio with Infinity first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →Evoke Faces Tax Pressure Before Takeover
Takeover Timeline Stays On Track Evoke is being acquired by Bally’s Intralot in a deal valued at €282.2m (£243.3m). The company… The post Evoke Faces Tax Pressure Before Takeover appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →
Ghana NLA Gives Lotto Operators Two-Month Extension to End Paper-Based Staking
Ghana’s National Lottery Authority (NLA) has extended the deadline for Private Lotto Operators (PLOs), agents and writers to cease manual, paper-based lottery operations, giving stakeholders an additional two months to complete the transition to digital systems. In a notice dated August 3, 2026, the NLA said the exten…
Read summary →
Evoke H1 revenue hit by UK tax increases as Bally’s Intralot takeover edges closer
Evoke in H1 sought to offset tax rises in the UK ahead of its takeover from Bally's Intralot.
Read summary →
Brazil study reveals illegal betting market share fell in H1 2026
The illegal betting market appears to be shrinking, although clandestine platforms still account for a significant share of online wagering in Brazil.
Read summary →
Payment Expert Podcast: The evolving nature of BNPL in the UK
The Payment Expert Podcast discusses the recent buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) regulations in the UK, the potential impact and what this means for major players as they evolve into digital banks. On 15 July, the UK introduced its first regulatory framework for the oversight of buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) and new consumer prote…
Read summary →
€20,000 ICE Sustainable Gambling Zone donation elevates international recognition for Fundacion Convivir
Organisation adopts a multidisciplinary approach to addiction prevention, treatment, research and training Mercedes Aranguren President of Argentina-based Fundacion Convivir has described the €20,000 donation it received courtesy of the Sustainable Gambling Zone (SGZ) at ICE Barcelona ’26 as being a catalyst that has …
Read summary →
Brazil’s Supreme Court postpones land-based gambling ban case
The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil has postponed the judgment on deciding whether land-based gambling must be criminalized and prohibited in the country after the latest hearing held on August 6, 2026. The case revolves around Extraordinary Appeal 966177, which aims to determine the legality of gambling activities li…
Read summary →
EvenBet Gaming adds two cash game features to boost operator rake
Both features can be toggled per table via the back office, giving operators table-level control over cash game… The post EvenBet Gaming adds two cash game features to boost operator rake appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Read summary →
Twice in Two Days: Australia Leaders Push for Gambling Bill Changes
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and opposition leader Angus Taylor have once again reunited for their second meeting in two days on Tuesday, August 11, amid ongoing talks about changes to proposed online gambling reforms. According to ABC reporting, the fresh talks focused on VIP inducements for high-value …
Read summary →
France Backs Gambling Loss Limits for Young Adults
French Lawmakers Tighten Oversight of Sport and Gambling France is weighing a broader reshaping of how professional sport and gambling interact,… The post France Backs Gambling Loss Limits for Young Adults appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Norsk Tipping Settles Lottery Lawsuit
Settlement Ends Customer Dispute Norsk Tipping has reached an out-of-court settlement with customers after a technical failure in its Eurojackpot and… The post Norsk Tipping Settles Lottery Lawsuit appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Midnite Ads Banned After Complaints
Ruling Covers Five Ads The ruling applied to two television commercials, two video-on-demand ads and one radio spot broadcast between… The post Midnite Ads Banned After Complaints appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →
France seeks centralised control of sport and betting
Proposals for a French whistle to whistle ban on gambling advertising have been rejected, but with presidential elections looming next year, Budget and industry settlements enter a crucial period… Consumer protection, social responsibility and responsible gambling have always been key topics surrounding online sports …
Read summary →
Dominican Republic’s ADOBAD Calls for Review of Gambling Bill
The Dominican Association of Sports Betting Shops (ADOBAD) reiterated its demand to the Senate to consider the General Gambling Law that is set to be enacted in the country after the National Horse Racing Commission (CHN) confirmed it has issued 29,100 licenses for virtual horse racing. The debate came to a boil when …
Read summary →Connecticut court rejects Kalshi’s preemption bid
On August 10, 2026, a Connecticut judge denied Kalshi’s bid for a preliminary injunction against state regulators, ruling that the operator’s sports event contracts don’t fall under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA). The decision was made by U.S. District Judge Vernon Oliver, who explained that the sports contracts are…
Read summary →
Gambling Commission Backs Police Action on Illegal Gambling
The Gambling Commission has supported a joint enforcement operation led by South Yorkshire Police targeting suspected illegal gambling and organised criminal activity... Read More...
Read summary →
Penalty Shoot-out Builds a Lasting Franchise Beyond Football’s Biggest Tournament
Evoplay CEO Ivan Kravchuk explains how the Penalty Shoot-out series has expanded across game formats, markets and audiences, with football continuing to drive engagement beyond major tournaments. Evoplay is continuing to expand its Penalty Shoot-out franchise beyond the traditional football calendar, using a recognisa…
Read summary →
Kenya’s High Court ruling reopens gambling licensing process
In its latest ruling, Kenya’s High Court has lifted the previous stay order, allowing the country’s gambling regulator to resume its work and continue the licensing process. Earlier in July 2026, the court had blocked the gambling regulator from launching the new framework; however, Justice William Musyoka ruled on Au…
Read summary →
Estafa.info study reveals key trends in Argentina’s online gambling and player payouts
A new analysis on Argentina's online gambling market by Mariano Marante, who tests operators for the online-safety platform Estafa.info, argues that holding a provincial license solves only half of an operator's commercial problem. The post Estafa.info study reveals key trends in Argentina’s online gambling and player…
Read summary →
Cambodia Strengthens Measures Against Illegal Gambling
Cambodia is reviewing a draft law that could reinforce penalties for illegal gambling and bring enforcement closer to the country’s existing commercial gambling statute. The review was led by the Justice Ministry, which was trying to determine how the legal system could be strengthened and what kind of coordination wo…
Read summary →
Chilean Court Establishes DNS Blocking Mechanism for Unauthorized Online Casinos
The Santiago Court of Appeals in Chile has decided that DNS blocking is the suitable technical solution for complying with the Supreme Court’s judgment regarding transmission and promotion of unauthorized online gambling services. The new process will involve telecommunications firms closing specific domains that aren…
Read summary →
Legalização de jogos: debate na CBN contrapõe riscos e regulamentação
Disputa sobre cassinos e bingos no Brasil confronta advogado Wesley Cardia e psiquiatra Hermano Tavares com visões opostas sobre a PL 2.234 de 2022; assista The post Legalização de jogos: debate na CBN contrapõe riscos e regulamentação appeared first on BNLData.
Read summary →
Australia’s major parties near gambling ad compromise centered on VIP inducements
Australia’s gambling ad bill could advance under a Labor-Coalition deal focused on VIP offers and safeguards for former BetStop users. The post Australia’s major parties near gambling ad compromise centered on VIP inducements first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →
Laos Deports 41 Thais Believed to Have Worked for Illegal Casinos
Laos authorities have continued their crackdown on illegal gambling with the extradition of some 41 Thai nationals believed to have ties to illicit casino operations. Reports say that the deportees were not the victims of human trafficking. The Thais Had Crossed the Border to Work for Unlicensed Operators As it turned…
Read summary →
Maryland Gaming Contributed $1.64B to Various Programs in 2026
Maryland has published details about the financial contributions of its state lottery, casinos, sportsbooks, and daily fantasy sports operators in FY 2026. As it turns out, the local gaming industry recorded $1.637 billion in contributions to programs during the twelve-month period ended June 30, 2026. The Industry’s …
Read summary →
Wynn Al Marjan Island unveils details of Wynn Beach waterfront attraction
Wynn Al Marjan Island, the US$5.7 billion integrated resort being developed by Wynn Resorts in the United Arab Emirates, has […]
Read summary →
Macau court rules concessionaire not liable for funds deposited with junket for investment return
Macau’s Court of Final Appeal has ruled that a casino operator is not liable for some HK$43.8 million (US$5.58 million) […]
Read summary →
Armenia confirms choice of Malta-based provider for gambling oversight system
Random Systems International has won the tender for the gambling monitoring and regulation system. Armenia.- The government of Armenia has confirmed the selection of Malta-based Random Systems International as the winner of its tender to provide a centralised monitoring system for Armenia’s licensed gambling sector. T…
Read summary →
Norwegian lottery lawsuit settled out of court
Norsk Tipping has reached a settlement with customers over a technical error in its Eurojackpot and Super Draw systems. Norway.- The state-owned gambling operator Norsk Tipping has resolved a long-running dispute with customers over technical errors in its Eurojackpot and Super Draw systems that occurred in April of l…
Read summary →
India’s Supreme Court to hear constitutional challenge to nationwide real-money gaming ban
Ban took effect on May 1, 2026 The Supreme Court of India
Read summary →
Brazil Consumer Secretariat meets to align strategy on betting and illegal operations
The event in Brasília brought together government agencies and industry organisations to discuss betting regulations, misleading advertising and challenges in improving oversight methods for the sector.
Read summary →
Zimbabwe Regulator Reports $1.89m Revenue in 2025 Amid Modernization Plans
Zimbabwe’s Lotteries and Gaming Board has reported revenue of ZiG47.97 million (US$1.89 million) for 2025, alongside an operational surplus of ZiG2.48 million (US$97,800). Chief executive Godfrey Mutobaya announced the figures at the regulator’s Fifth Annual General Meeting in Harare on August 4, where the Board prese…
Read summary →
SOFTSWISS Hosts Live Panel on Scaling Across Regulated Markets
Malta, 11 August – SOFTSWISS, a global iGaming technology provider, will host a LinkedIn Live Panel titled Scaling Across Regulated Markets: What It Takes to Grow Into Multiple Jurisdictions on 27 August 2026 at 14:00 CET. The session brings together industry experts from the operator and provider sides to discuss the…
Read summary →