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SBC Americas: Experts warn public-health systems were not built for today’s gambling environment
Young people are being exposed to gambling-like mechanics long before they place their first sports bet, according to several speakers during a panel discussion at SBC Summit Americas last week in Ft. Lauderdale. Moderated by Almond Digital Health CEO Kevin Winters, the panel featured former Congressman Patrick Kenned…
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TxODDS releases TxLINE ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026
TxODDS has announced the launch of TxLINE, a high-throughput data platform built on Solana, transitioning its institutional-grade odds and scores feeds into a modular, consumption-based distribution layer ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026. The post TxODDS releases TxLINE ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 first appeared on A…
Read summary →Even After Court Victory, Brendan Sorsby Opts Against Final College Football Season
College quarterback banned for gambling calls audible after Big 12 files its own lawsuit So, the temporary injunction Brendan Sorsby received in a Texas court last week to play college football this fall ended up becoming nothing but a Pyrrhic victory for the talented and controversial quarterback. Just seven days aft…
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Audit Court prosecutor pushes for full transparency on owners of licensed betting operators in Brazil
Brazil’s Federal Audit Court (TCU) will review the criteria and procedures the government is using to authorise fixed‑odds betting operators, after its own prosecutor’s office filed a case challenging secrecy around licensing files. Sub‑Prosecutor Lucas Rocha Furtado has asked the court to require the Ministry of Fina…
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Novig Lands CTFC Approval as Prediction Market Competition Thickens
Novig sees prediction markets as its prime opportunity as a sports betting exchange. Novig’s pivot to a full-fledged prediction market appears to be complete, as the company announced today it has secured approval from the CFTC as a Designated Contract Market. Entering the prediction markets space aligns with the foun…
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NCPG Responds to Kalshi Membership Scrutiny, Says Consumer Protections Must Evolve
Earlier this year, Kalshi joined forces with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) to champion trader health and safety. Among other things, the prediction markets platform confirmed a $2 million investment to support the council’s initiatives. This tie-up, however, has raised some eyebrows, with many questi…
Read summary →World Cup, Prediction Markets and AI… Reflections from SBC Americas 2026
Florida Sets the Scene London, Lisbon, Valletta, Florida… different venues, but the issues that truly burn within the industry remain… The post World Cup, Prediction Markets and AI… Reflections from SBC Americas 2026 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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VSiN launches Best Bets TV to extend sports betting programming
Sports betting network VSiN on Tuesday announced the launch of its new free adsSupported TV (FAST) channel, Best Bets TV, to reach more sports fans. Leveraging podcast and live content from across VSiN’s platforms, the 24/7 channel delivers sports betting content to a broader audience — combining highlights from its l…
Read summary →Midnite secures runtime on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast
New wave gambling operator Midnite has teamed up with UK sports podcast The Good, The Bad and The Football in a sponsorship deal tailored for the World Cup. The podcast’s star host trio consists of ex-Manchester United and England legend Paul Scholes, fellow Old Trafford veteran and England midfielder Nicky Butt, and …
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Sportradar report: World Cup 2026, opportunities for the Latin American sports betting market
The company’s study examines how sportsbooks can capitalize on the expected rise in betting and convert it into customer growth. Press release.- With the World Cup set to be the largest edition of the tournament to date, Sportradar has published a report on the opportunities and challenges for the Latin American sport…
Read summary →Sweden’s channelisation rate falls as black market users cite better incentives and skin betting
Sweden’s channelisation rate in 2025 dropped to 84% as the country, like many others across Europe, continues to battle the threat of the black market. The 84% figure, representing a 1% year-on-year drop, serves as the proposed indicator for the national budget bill and is an average derived from two main measurement …
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Slotegrator bringing prediction market engine to iGB L!VE
Slotegrator will showcase a demo of its new prediction market engine, Predictor by Slotegrator, at this year’s edition of iGB L!VE in London. The company’s team will be taking meetings at stand S44. Press release.- Slotegrator will be providing demos of its solutions at stand S44 at this year’s iGB L!VE, held on July …
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Alt rushing yards: how alternate player props work in sports betting
Alt rushing yards are a type of alternate player prop that allows bettors to choose a different rushing yardage line than the one originally offered by a sportsbook. By selecting a higher or lower total, bettors can adjust the balance between risk and potential payout to match their betting strategy. As alternate play…
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Elections, Bitcoin, and the Australian Open: Slotegrator breaks down prediction markets in new ebook
Annual trading volume in the prediction market vertical grew from $500 million to $64 billion in only three years. What’s behind their explosive popularity? In a new ebook, Slotegrator lays out why this latest evolution in betting has so much appeal for players and what operators need to consider before launching thei…
Read summary →GR8_TECH Brings 11 Winning Strategies at iGB L!VE 2026
GR8_TECH at iGB L!VE 2026 Created as a visual centerpiece for the GR8_TECH stand, the installation turns iconic football victories into… The post GR8_TECH Brings 11 Winning Strategies at iGB L!VE 2026 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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How Pix Automático is changing Brazil’s subscription economy
A year on, Pix Automático appears to be changing the economics of subscriptions in Brazil Pix Automático has unlocked a credit‑starved Brazilian market of 60 million people for global e‑commerce giants. According to new data from EBANX, the recurring payments feature’s first year has proven that it can bring unbanked …
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Are prediction markets the perfect vertical for the attention economy?
A mix of cultural, regulatory, and technological factors have made prediction markets perfectly suited to the modern attention economy, argues Slotegrator COO Olga Ivanchik, in the wake of the company’s release of an ebook on the same topic. Why have prediction markets so completely captured the public imagination? To…
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Booming Games and World Sports Betting forge strategic partnership
Agreement strengthens Booming Games’ presence in African market and expands access to its high-quality gaming content Booming Games, a leading provider of premium gaming content, has announced a strategic partnership with World Sports Betting (WSB), one of South Africa’s most established and recognized betting and gam…
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England World Cup optimism cools ahead of Croatia opener
Football fans appear to be less enthusiastic about England’s World Cup chances heading into the Three Lions’ first game of the tournament, according to an analysis of global betting activity by Sportradar. The Company handles betting tickets on behalf of over 250 betting operators worldwide, providing an unrivalled me…
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Australian Gambler-Turned-Sportsbook-Mogul Under Fire for Restrictive Practices
Winton Veall was once a player who complained after a sportsbook failed to protect him from drunken gambling. Now, he owns several betting sites and has come under fire for his restrictive practices. Veall Sued a Company over Intoxicated Wagers Four years ago, Veall took TopSport to court. The 75-year-old complained t…
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Robinhood Ends Higher on World Cup Boost to Prediction Trading
Robinhood’s prediction market business will get a huge boost from a record surge in trading activity in the upcoming FIFA World Cup, according to a recent analysis by brokerage firm Bernstein. Prediction Markets Surge Past Super Bowl on World Cup Frenzy Initial tournament data indicate that interest in event-based tra…
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MAGLA Opens 2026 Applications for Sports Betting and Land-Based Casino Licences
The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has officially invited qualified local and foreign applicants to apply for the sports betting licences and land-based casino licences. MAGLA was established under the Gaming and Lotteries Act of 2022. These invitations, issued pursuant to the Act, mark a significant mi…
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Shoot-out At The Fantasy Factory, Who’ll Win The Betting World Cup Sportsbooks Or Prediction Markets?
With an estimated US$53 billion to US$85 billion at stake (£39.48bn-£63.32bn), the FIFA 2026 World Cup has been labelled “the biggest betting... Read More...
Read summary →France Targets Athlete Betting Promotions
Proposed Restrictions On Betting Ads Fédération Addiction has called for a full ban on athletes and other sports personalities appearing in… The post France Targets Athlete Betting Promotions appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Pronet Gaming: How trading decisions impact user trust
In the following article, Anthony Padley, Head of Trading at Pronet Gaming, examines how sportsbook trading decisions influence player trust, arguing that consistency, transparency, and balanced risk management have become key factors in shaping long-term customer confidence and brand reputation. Opinion.- In sportsbo…
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Booming Games and World Sports Betting forge strategic partnership
The agreement strengthens Booming Games’ presence in the African market and expands access to its high-quality gaming content. Press release.- Booming Games has announced a strategic partnership with World Sports Betting (WSB), one of South Africa’s most established and recognised betting and gaming operators. The agr…
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GR8_TECH brings 11 winning strategies at iGB L!VE 2026
GR8_TECH has announced it will bring its football-inspired “TEAM OF CHAMPIONS” jersey installation to iGB L!VE 2026, showcasing 11 winning business strategies for igaming operators. Press release.- GR8_TECH is bringing “11 Winning Strategies” to iGB L!VE 2026: “TEAM OF CHAMPIONS” jersey collection inspired by 11 FIFA …
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Tabcorp extends maturity date of AU$980 million term loan facility by two years
Australian racing and wagering giant Tabcorp Holdings Limited said Tuesday it had successfully completed the extension of its existing AU$980 […]
Read summary →Soft2Bet Hosts Diego Simeone for Exclusive Partner Meet-and-Greet in Madrid
Brand Ambassadors and Partner Events in Sports Betting Marketing Soft2Bet gathered partners in Madrid for a meet-and-greet with Diego Simeone, the… The post Soft2Bet Hosts Diego Simeone for Exclusive Partner Meet-and-Greet in Madrid appeared first on iGaming Express.
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World Cup 2026: Why football culture, not results, drives betting demand
Blask’s decade of World Cup data shows the tournament lifts some European markets far more than others, with… The post World Cup 2026: Why football culture, not results, drives betting demand appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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YouTuber calls out Polymarket for targeting UK influencers in sly ‘ad’ campaign
Polymarket has been targeting UK social media influencers to market its product across social media platform X. A post shared last week by Ellis Platten – who runs the AwayDays YouTube channel which has 635,000 subscribers – shows a screenshot of an email he was sent by a supposed Polymarket partner. Platten called ou…
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CFTC grants ProphetX approval to operate a prediction market
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has granted permission to ProphetX to operate a prediction market, making it the first sports-native prediction platform in the United States. According to the CFTC’s approval, ProphetX will be allowed to operate both as a Designated Contract Maker (DCM) and a Derivative…
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Why every World Cup repeats the “record-breaking” iGaming narrative
Every four years, the iGaming industry discovers a familiar headline: “The FIFA World Cup is expected to drive record betting activity.” It appears in market reports, press releases, affiliate blogs, and executive interviews. And, more often than not, it proves accurate. The tournament attracts a global audience with …
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Sporting Risk Partners with BOYLE Sports
Sporting Risk, the sports analytics company specialising in predictive models that generate market-leading pricing and betting content, has partnered with BOYLE Sports.... Read More...
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Japan’s Bitbank warns users over Polymarket transactions amid gambling concerns
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Bitbank has warned customers that transactions linked to prediction market platforms such as Polymarket could lead to account restrictions, citing concerns that such services may conflict with […] The post Japan’s Bitbank warns users over Polymarket transactions amid gambling concerns …
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2026 US Open Odds, Picks & Best Bets at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
Golf’s third major is upon us with the US Open teeing off Thursday at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, Long Island. This beast of a course, at 7,440 yards, will provide the ultimate test for the world’s best golfers, who may also have to contend with wind and rain this week. The winning scores […] The post 2…
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World Cup 2026: Iran vs. New Zealand Odds, Picks & Best Bets
Iran and New Zealand face off tonight in the World Cup, and we’ve got you covered with odds, picks, and best bets. As the final game in today’s World Cup window, the match kicks off at 9 p.m. ET on FS1. These Group G competitors are coming in on entirely different trajectories. DraftKings is dealing […] The post World…
Read summary →Macquarie: US Represents Just 5% of Global World Cup Betting Volume
The investment bank says the U.S. market remains too small to materially affect global World Cup wagering forecasts despite expanded legal sports betting access. Additional analysis from Macquarie suggests that the U.S. will account for only about 5% of global betting volume during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Last week, …
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Logifuture Brings Zoom Virtual Football to Betika, Kenya’s Leading Operator
Logifuture has partnered with Betika, Kenya’s leading gaming operator, to launch Zoom, its flagship 24/7 virtual football product, marking Zoom’s debut in the Kenyan market and reinforcing Betika’s commitment to delivering best-in-class gaming experiences to its customers. Powered via Sportradar’s OneFeed, the integra…
Read summary →Prediction Market Litigation, World Cup Trading Lead Gambling Stories to Watch This Week
World Cup trading volume continues to climb, the U.S. Open gets underway, and courts face new prediction market briefing deadlines in Wisconsin and Tennessee. Prediction markets remain at the center of gambling industry developments this week, with upcoming briefing deadlines in Wisconsin and Tennessee and growing tra…
Read summary →Nevada Gaming Control Board asks state court to hold Kalshi in contempt
Arguing Kalshi is taking hundreds of millions of dollars in wagers on the World Cup and the NBA and Stanley Cup finals, the Nevada Gaming Control Board Friday asked a district court to hold the prediction market operator in contempt, arguing it hasn’t complied with a May 18 judicial order against offering sports betti…
Read summary →SBC Americas: Prediction markets are omnipresent, but not all agree they’re valid
The Commodities Futures Trading Commission June 10 issued a 267-page document that paves the way for companies such as Kalshi and Polymarket to offer sports betting. During Thursday’s session “Prediction Markets: A Question of Compliance and Integrity” at SBC Summit Americas in Fort Lauderdale, one panelist made sure …
Read summary →Indian Gaming Association leaders rebuke CFTC over proposed rules legalizing prediction markets
The chairman of the Indian Gaming Association said the federal agency overseeing prediction market operators is spitting in the face of tribes and states with its proposed rules legitimizing sports wagers nationwide. Chairman David Bean spoke out on IGA’s New Normal webinar following the Commodity Futures Trading Comm…
Read summary →World Cup Sportsbook Promos & Bonuses for USA vs. Panama on Friday (June 12)
Friday’s World Cup schedule is highlighted by the United States taking on Panama in a matchup that could have a major impact on the race to reach the knockout rounds. With the USMNT in action... The post World Cup Sportsbook Promos & Bonuses for USA vs. Panama on Friday (June 12) appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
Read summary →World Cup Betting Sites & Apps: Over $4,000 for USA vs. Panama (June 12)
After an exciting opening day, the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues on Friday with the opening game for the United States in Group D. As more teams begin their tournament campaigns, many of the top... The post World Cup Betting Sites & Apps: Over $4,000 for USA vs. Panama (June 12) appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Prediction market roundup: CFTC release of proposed rules elicits polarised views from key stakeholders
The CFTC's issuance of proposed rulemaking on prediction markets and the opening kickoff of the World Cup headline the week.
Read summary →World Cup Wagering, CFTC’s Rulemaking, Knicks’ Comeback Highlight This Week’s Gambling Industry Bingos & Busts
The World Cup kicks off, the CFTC addresses a prediction markets problem, longshot bettors cash in on the Knicks, and DraftKings and FanDuel end up on different sides of this week’s ledger. Bets are rolling into sportsbooks and prediction markets as World Cup 2026 kicks off — and a lot of them. In fact, the […] The po…
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Hot Copy: What happened to the Isle of Man?
The Isle of Man's murky history, French footballers' opposition to gambling ads, and prediction market-linked misinformation all hit headlines this week. The post Hot Copy: What happened to the Isle of Man? appeared first on NEXT.io.
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SOFTSWISS hosts live panel on prediction markets for iGaming operators
SOFTSWISS, a global iGaming software provider, will host a LinkedIn Live Panel titled Prediction Markets for iGaming: Risks and Opportunities on 25 June at 14:00 CET. The session brings together experts from NEXT.io, and SOFTSWISS to examine one of the industry’s most talked-about emerging verticals. Prediction Market…
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BurraPay goes live at Circa with Nevada’s first compliant crypto wagers
BurraPay went live at Circa Resort & Casino in Las Vegas this month, facilitating what it said was the first legal crypto-funded sports wager in Nevada history. The post BurraPay goes live at Circa with Nevada’s first compliant crypto wagers appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Compact Talks Begin To Add Online Wisconsin Sports Betting
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers and the state’s 11 tribes are continuing their push to take sports betting online. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported the parties met June 1 in Madison to discuss the d... The post Compact Talks Begin To Add Online Wisconsin Sports Betting appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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ProphetX Gets CFTC Approval to Operate Prediction Market
Move from sweepstakes comes as questions remain over prediction markets and market share ProphetX is ready to transform again. The former state-licensed sports betting operator (then known as Prophet Exchange) that became a peer-to-peer sweepstakes exchange two years ago announced on Thursday it will now venture into …
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How US sports expansion works: from the NFL to the NBA
Insider Sport takes a look at how the US’ four major sports leagues operate an expansion model, including the NFL, the NBA, MLB and NHL The four major US sports leagues – the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL – all operate closed leagues, meaning no teams can be relegated from the league, nor can any […]
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Rozier trial date set for February as attorneys for ‘Scary Terry’ fire salvo at NBA
Following a hearing in Brooklyn, attorneys for the veteran NBA guard accused the league of violating their client's presumption of innocence.
Read summary →World Cup Betting Sites & Sportsbook Promos: Claim over $4,000 for Thursday, June 11
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on Thursday, June 11, bringing one of the biggest betting events in sports back to center stage. With the opening match set to begin the month-long tournament, many... The post World Cup Betting Sites & Sportsbook Promos: Claim over $4,000 for Thursday, June 11 appeared first on Legal…
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Do you remember the first time?
Callum Williams speaks to DraftKings’ CMO Steph Sherman and others on how to recruit and retain the World Cup’s many first time bettors The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the most competitive in its history, but it will also likely be the largest betting event of all time. As the competition grows from 64 to […]
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CFTC publishes first prediction markets rulemaking proposal as legal battles continue
The CFTC has published its first proposed rulemaking for prediction markets, focused mainly on contract review processes.
Read summary →FanDuel Lays Off Hundreds Amid Prediction Market Pivot
FanDuel has laid off hundreds of employees across multiple departments in its third round of workforce reductions in less than a year, as gambling companies increasingly cut costs amid a rapidly... The post FanDuel Lays Off Hundreds Amid Prediction Market Pivot appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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ADI Predictstreet launches prediction market ahead of World Cup 2026
The prediction market operator received a licence in Gibraltar back in March, and its offering will now be available in 23 US states.
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Brazil finance ministry to release documents relating to betting licensing processes
The Ministry of Finance's decision to publish thousands of betting licence documents marks a significant transparency shift for the sector.
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