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La Liga 2026/27: Title Race Preview and Betting Odds
Barcelona: the champions remain the team to beat Barcelona enter the new season with the most valuable thing any defending… The post La Liga 2026/27: Title Race Preview and Betting Odds appeared first on iGaming Express.
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ProphetX and Pikkit bring sports prediction markets to the Pikkit Community
Pikkit will connect its users directly to ProphetX’s prediction market exchange ProphetX, a CFTC-designated contract market and derivatives clearing organisation built for sports prediction markets, and Pikkit, the leading tracking and social analytics platform used by hundreds of thousands of sports fans to sync, ana…
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Metaspins expands its services with prediction markets
Metaspins, the crypto-based online gaming platform, has added prediction markets to its growing list of products. This new feature allows users to trade on the outcome of real-world events through simple, market-driven experiences. The launch marks another step in the company’s strategy to broaden its offerings while …
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Two Mississippi College Players Were Caught Gambling – Ordered to Undergo Rules Training
The NCAA has flagged two Mississippi State athletes in a minor gambling-related controversy, following an investigation into violations of the association’s sports betting rules. According to an NCAA investigation, the student-athletes have violated the association’s statutes pertaining to placing bets on professional…
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What is IG Group really betting on with its $1.3bn Underdog deal?
Beyond the headline price lies a wager on prediction markets, US regulation and whether Jeremy Levine can turn Underdog into the next big event-trading platform.
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World Pool appoints Mickaël Barzalona as ambassador for French racing
The appointment gives World Pool a prominent French-racing voice as the HKJC-powered pool betting network deepens its “World… The post World Pool appoints Mickaël Barzalona as ambassador for French racing appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Galaxy dividend a ‘positive surprise’ amid post-World Cup recovery: analysts
Analysts call Galaxy’s higher dividend a ‘positive surprise’, citing post-World Cup recovery and stronger VIP and premium-mass demand. The post Galaxy dividend a ‘positive surprise’ amid post-World Cup recovery: analysts first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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MLB Faces Scrutiny as Lawmakers Attack ‘Predatory’ Betting Promotions
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have launched a direct attack on Major League Baseball and FanDuel, demanding an overhaul of marketing practices that use star players to keep high‑stakes gamblers engaged. Their intervention followed revelations that Bryce Harper, Philadelphia Phillies baseball player, had unknowingly record…
Read summary →CFTC orienta mercados de previsão a evitar formato de odds semelhante ao das apostas esportivas
A Comissão de Negociação de Futuros de Commodities (CFTC) dos Estados Unidos alertou os mercados de previsão sobre a apresentação de preços de contratos de eventos. O órgão regulador federal […] O post CFTC orienta mercados de previsão a evitar formato de odds semelhante ao das apostas esportivas apareceu primeiro em …
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Circa Sports Owner Derek Stevens Unloads on Prediction Markets, Calling Them ‘Pirates’ & ‘Thieves’
Circa Sports owner Derek Stevens is not a fan of prediction markets. That much was clear when Stevens shared some strong opinions in a published report on Tuesday. The rise of prediction markets, including Kalshi, Polymarket, and others, has altered the sports betting landscape. The ongoing legal battles between state…
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Everton player charged over breaches of FA betting regulations
Martin Sherif is accused of placing dozens of wagers on football matches over a 15‑month period. UK- Everton FC youngster Martin Sherif has been formally charged with breaching the Football Association’s betting regulations. It’s alleged that the Premier League club’s 20-year-old forward placed dozens of wagers on foo…
Read summary →NYC Council Probes Prediction Markets Over Alleged Deceptive Marketing
Polymarket, Kalshi, Coinbase and Gemini Titan have been asked to disclose details about their users, advertising practices and influencer marketing. The New York City Council has launched an investigation into four major prediction market platforms over their advertising practices and potential targeting of minors, ad…
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Vicky Foxcroft to Become the UK’s New Gambling Minister, According to BGC
Vicky Foxcroft, Member of Parliament for Lewisham North, will become the UK’s new Gambling Minister, replacing Baroness Twycross, according to a statement by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), welcoming her to the role. However, the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has yet to confirm this. BGC Welcome…
Read summary →The Lakers sold for NBA record – again – to Iger and Kushner
The Los Angeles Lakers, arguably the NBA’s most popular team, has been sold for $12bn to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner after just 14 months since it was last sold. The Los Angeles Lakers is set to be sold for $12bn to former Disney CEO Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner. According to unnamed sources cited […]
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Gustavo Hiroshi, Zenith: “Brazil’s influence on the wider region is only going to grow”
Gustavo Hiroshi, Business Development Manager at Zenith, examines with Focus Gaming News how Brazil’s first year of regulated igaming is reshaping operator strategies and accelerating the professionalisation of the industry across Latin America. Exclusive interview.- Brazil’s regulation is having an impact that extend…
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OG Esports returns to The International: Filipino roster ready to fight for the Aegis
Having secured their place at The International 2026 through the Southeast Asia Qualifiers earlier this season, two-time champions OG Esports are now preparing to return to Dota 2’s biggest stage with a new chapter to write. In 2018 and 2019, OG Esports became the first organisation to win The International back-to-ba…
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Judge revokes bond for co-defendant in Terry Rozier NBA gambling case
Deniro Laster has been remanded into custody after prosecutors accused him of violating his release conditions. US.- A federal judge has revoked the bond of Deniro Laster, a co-defendant in the NBA gambling case involving former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, after finding that he was unlikely to comply with the condi…
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HKJC’s World Pool taps Mickaël Barzalona for global ambassador role
World Pool, the world’s largest pooled horse racing betting system created and powered by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, has announced a partnership with French Champion Jockey Mickaël Barzalona, who will serve as an ambassador and provide expert insights ahead of major international racedays. The post HKJC’s World Pool t…
Read summary →Gambling and Prediction Market Interests Pour Millions Into Florida Elections, Largely to Donalds
Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds has attracted donations from prediction markets, gaming operators and the Seminole Tribe. Gambling companies and tribal gaming stakeholders have poured more than $12 million into Florida politics ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, as sportsbook operators and predictio…
Read summary →Everton FC striker charged with breaching FA betting rules
An Everton FC forward has been charged with breaching the Football Association’s (FA) betting rules throughout a period that spanned 15 months. Martin Sherif, who joined Everton’s youth team back in 2019 from Dutch side Almere City, is alleged to have placed 61 bets on football matches between 20 November 2024 and 12 …
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UK to scrap ‘aim to permit’ rule as councils gain power to block betting shops
Targeting shops in high streets Prime Minister Andy Burnham
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BettingTop10 Reveals World Cup 2026 Betting Engagement Study
BettingTop10 has released a new study ranking World Cup 2026 betting engagement across 42 countries, combining total wagering volume, per-person spend and search activity into a single obsession score. Singapore topped the list, but Canada finished 2nd overall with a betting profile unlike any other country in the fie…
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PMU inks strategic deal with BetMakers to expand its horse racing betting lineup
As part of this agreement, PMU will rely on BetMakers’ technologies and expertise to offer an integrated horse racing betting offer in pool and fixed-odds designed for international operators. The post PMU inks strategic deal with BetMakers to expand its horse racing betting lineup first appeared on Asia Gaming News |…
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Q&A: Livia Troise on live betting, AI and odds-making in Brazil
Ahead of SBC Summit 2026, Insider Sport spoke to Casa de Apostas Chief Innovation Officer Livia Troise about how in-play odds are set, what AI can and cannot do to them, and how operators police match-fixing and problem gambling in live markets Live betting prices move within seconds of a goal, a red card or […]
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BetMakers pens French deal in midst of Tabcorp takeover
Business is continuing as usual for BetMakers Technology Group in the aftermath of Tabcorp’s multi-hundred-million dollar purchase of the company. The Australian betting technology group has signed a deal with Pari-Mutuel Urbain (PMU), the French state-owned company with a monopoly on horse racing betting in the count…
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Grandstand unveils Rollcard, tailored for sports bettors and casino players
Grandstand’s new fintech solution, Rollcard, offers high rollers a dedicated deposit account with features including bankroll management and cashback rewards. The post Grandstand unveils Rollcard, tailored for sports bettors and casino players first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Pikkit users to gain access to ProphetX's sports prediction market exchange
Set to launch before NFL season
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UFC champion Charles Oliveira to appear at SBC Summit 2026
At SPRIBE booth A416 on Sept. 29
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Entain launches Seven free-to-play football app in the UK
Rewards include a £100,000 jackpot
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Glasgow Secures €4.02m to Tackle Gambling Harm
Glasgow is set to receive €4.02 million over the next three years to expand its response to gambling-related harm, with some of the money directed towards neighbourhoods where betting shops are most concentrated. The funding comes from the UK’s new statutory gambling levy, introduced in April 2025 after the country mo…
Read summary →FanDuel Likes The Over On Sportsbook Growth During NFL
FanDuel sees signs U.S. sports betting could grow faster than it expects this football season after finding success with its revamped promotional strategy during a uniquely compelling summer of... The post FanDuel Likes The Over On Sportsbook Growth During NFL appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Nevada Council on Problem Gambling Takes Firm Stance Against Prediction Markets
The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling is moving to cut ties with the National Council on Problem Gambling, claiming the national group has betrayed its mission to protect consumers by partnering with prediction platform Kalshi. The divide between the two organizations mirrors the broader tensions within the gambling …
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Influencer Avoids Jail After Pleading Guilty to Online Gambling Promotion
A 20-year-old Malaysian influencer has avoided a prison sentence after admitting to promoting online gambling, with a Marang magistrate’s court instead placing her under a two-year good behaviour bond. Nur Syakilla Natasya Sukri was ordered to post a RM2,000 bond after the court considered her age, personal circumstan…
Read summary →UK betting trade body welcomes Vicky Foxcroft MP as Gambling Minister
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has released a statement welcoming Vicky Foxcroft MP’s appointment as the new minister responsible for gambling, However, there has been no official government or Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) announcement, and Foxcroft has not announced any appointments on her X o…
Read summary →Amelco: how to build on the world’s biggest sporting event
Sporting spectacles don’t get any greater than the FIFA World Cup. However, what happens when the glitz and glamour has left the building, the confetti is long gone and the world’s greatest sporting event has reached its climax? In the latest of SBC News’ in-depth examination of the footballing showpiece, Amelco’s Tra…
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Flutter chiefs double down on FanDuel investment into 2027
CEO Peter Jackson and CFO Rob Coldrake have provided fuller details of Flutter's plan to revitalise its US brand over the coming years. The post Flutter chiefs double down on FanDuel investment into 2027 appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Abelson Sports partners with SABA Sports to power Football Player Markets worldwide
Integration boosts B2B and B2C offerings with industry-leading player metrics and specialised markets Abelson Sports, a leading provider of sports data solutions, has announced a significant new partnership with SABA Sports, launching its market-leading Football Player Markets (FPM) product with the sportsbook provide…
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Over 540 British high-street betting shops have closed with 4,500 jobs since last year’s budget
BGC warns further increases will mean more shop closures, job losses and reduced investment Britain’s regulated betting sector is facing mounting pressure from rising taxes and costs, with the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) warning that further increases will mean more shop closures, job losses and reduced investmen…
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Blask Found Out How World Cup-Themed Games Competed for Players’ Attention
With football commanding global attention during the expanded 2026 tournament, casino operators faced their own competition for visibility: turning the event into... Read More...
Read summary →Could challenge-based betting breathe new life into UK sportsbooks?
The UK market faces a myriad of challenges, not least the continued implementation of the White Paper recommendations and the introduction of a 40% remote gaming duty. But while financial risk assessments and bottom line pressures are certainly making things more difficult, one undeniable fact is that iGaming can find…
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No More Bond: Rozier’s Childhood Friend Stays in Custody
A federal judge has decided to revoke the bond for Deniro Laster, who is a co-defendant in the NBA gambling case involving former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier. The decision came after prosecutors accused Rozier’s childhood friend of violating his release conditions. “Rat Cartoon? Come On!” US District Judge LaShann D…
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Democrats Urge FanDuel to End VIP Program
Congressional Pressure on Sportsbook VIP Marketing in US Sports Three Democratic lawmakers have urged FanDuel to end its VIP rewards… The post Democrats Urge FanDuel to End VIP Program appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Abelson Sports integrates Football Player Markets feed with SABA Sports
The deal gives SABA Sports access to granular pre-match and in-play player pricing, including extra-time markets and score-or-assist… The post Abelson Sports integrates Football Player Markets feed with SABA Sports appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Abelson Sports and SABA Sports Partner to Expand Football Player Markets Worldwide
12 August 2026 — Abelson Sports has entered into a new partnership with SABA Sports to provide its Football Player Markets (FPM) product to the sportsbook provider and operator. Under the agreement, SABA Sports will gain access to Abelson Sports’ broad player performance data offering. The feed covers goalscorers and …
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US lawmakers target FanDuel over risky marketing practices
Members of the U.S. Congress have addressed concerns over FanDuel’s personalized marketing practices after Philadelphia Phillies player Bryce Harper recorded a video for a fan with a known gambling addiction, which was sent to the player through the operator’s app. Senator Richard Blumenthal, Representative Paul Tonko…
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SpeedyBet extends Real Betis sponsorship to cover European market
The two-season renewal gives Paf Group’s sports betting brand its first European football rights beyond Spain, with Sweden… The post SpeedyBet extends Real Betis sponsorship to cover European market appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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IBIA and LUX Fight League establish framework for betting integrity cooperation
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) and LUX Fight League have entered into an information-sharing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration on sports betting integrity and reinforce the protection of mixed martial arts against betting-related corruption. The post IBIA and LUX Fight …
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UK Plans Reforms Targeting Betting Shops, AGCs, Vape Shops on High Streets
The UK government is preparing to introduce a package of enforcement reforms aimed at giving local councils significantly greater powers over the types of businesses permitted to operate on Britain’s high streets, with the new measures specifically targeting betting shops, adult gaming centers (AGCs), and vape shops. …
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CFTC warns prediction markets against using sportsbook-style odds
The regulator said American odds could mislead users about the nature and pricing of event contracts. U.S.- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has warned prediction market operators against displaying event-contract prices using the American odds format commonly associated with sportsbooks. The warning wa…
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Circa’s Stevens rips prediction markets
As far as Circa Sports owner Derek Stevens is concerned, prediction markets are enjoying a parasitic relationship with the sports betting industry. He made his views plain Tuesday in an interview with CDC Gaming. “They’re pirates. They’re thieves,” Stevens fumed of Polymarket, Kalshi, and their ilk. “We’d be able to o…
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Iowa sports betting handle reaches record $182.9m in July
A lower hold means revenue was virtually unchanged year-on-year. U.S.- Iowa bettors wagered $182.9m on sports in July 2026, compared with US6.7m a year earlier. Online betting accounted for $173.2m of the total handle, while retail wagering generated $9.7m. Sportsbooks generated $17.97m in revenue, almost the same as …
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NFL MVP Futures at Kalshi: Josh Allen Favored in QB-Dominated Market
Betting on the NFL MVP is always one of the most popular futures markets in football, and Josh Allen is currently the favorite to win the award at Kalshi. Allen, among several quarterbacks at the top of this market, is Buffalo’s linchpin on offense. Let’s take a look at the top-10 betting favorites at Kalshi […] The p…
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Grandstand Launches Rollcard, a Purpose-Built High-Limit Debit Card for Sports Betting, Casino and Prediction Markets
Grandstand’s new fintech solution, Rollcard, offers high rollers a dedicated deposit account with features including bankroll management and cashback rewards Grandstand Limited (Nasdaq: GRSD) (“Grandstand” or the “Company”), the intelligence layer of sports, gaming and entertainment, today announced the public launch …
Read summary →Congress Demands Answers From MLB, FanDuel Over Harper Video
Three members of Congress are demanding Major League Baseball, its players union and FanDuel answer for how a personalized Bryce Harper video ended up being used as an incentive for a VIP gambler.... The post Congress Demands Answers From MLB, FanDuel Over Harper Video appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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UFC Champion Charles Oliveira to take the Super Stage at SBC Summit 2026
UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira, holder of UFC’s all-time records for most finishes, submission wins and post-fight bonuses, will appear at SBC Summit 2026 across two days as an Aviator brand ambassador, courtesy of award-winning game developer SPRIBE. Oliveira will meet attendees at the SPRIBE booth (A416) …
Read summary →DraftKings’ DKeX Self-Certifies Nine Football Contracts Ahead of NFL Season
The filings, which cover spreads, totals, player props and other football markets, come days after the exchange self-certified its own combo products. DraftKings is preparing for football season with a major expansion of its prediction market offerings, as its in-house Railbird Exchange has self-certified nine categor…
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CFTC warns prediction markets over use of American-style sports betting odds
Pricing may mislead users
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Kalshi Parlay Bettors Lose More Than Headline Numbers Show — Money Betting Against Them is Masking it
Bloomberg reports Kalshi parlay players losing as much as $294 million since the start of the year, but the actual number is probably a lot more. Gambling Insider investigates. A widely cited measure of what bettors lose on prediction market parlays lumps together two opposite groups: the recreational customer backing…
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Connecticut Judge Likens Parlays to Casino Gaming as He Rules Against Kalshi
Judge Vernon D. Oliver has likened parlays to casino gaming while rejecting Kalshi’s arguments that its sports markets should not be considered sports gambling in Connecticut. Judge Oliver denied Kalshi’s motion for a preliminary injunction, ruling that sports-event contracts are not “swaps” under the Commodity Exchan…
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1xCare’s Chris Bird Delivers Media Training for 1xCup Clubs
LAGOS, NIGERIA – [8 August] – More than 100 media officers registered for an interactive online media and communications workshop delivered on July 29, 2026, by Chris Bird, a member of the 1xCare Advisory Committee, for clubs participating in 1xCup. Founded in 2023, 1xCup is a grassroots football tournament in Lagos i…
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