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Coinbase’s Robin Cook explains CLARITY and GENIUS Acts
Blockchain Bulletin: Unchained invites some of the leading figures from the industry to explain, analyse and breakdown some of the key themes and news stories transpiring in real-time in an ever-evolving sector. Coinbase Head of Federal Policy, Robin Cook, joins host Callum Williams on the eve of the US celebrating it…
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SBC Summit’s First Pitch open for applications
Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of SBC First Pitch, where five early-stage betting and gaming startups will earn the opportunity to pitch live in Lisbon for a prize package valued at more than €80,000. Taking place on Thursday, 1 October at 15:00 on the Product Innovation Showcase Stage of SBC Summit, t…
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Ex-NBA Beasley e Davis são acusados de esquema de apostas e manipulação de jogos
Promotores dos EUA denunciam ex-jogadores do Milwaukee Bucks e agente por fraude, suborno e lavagem de dinheiro em manipulação de estatísticas The post Ex-NBA Beasley e Davis são acusados de esquema de apostas e manipulação de jogos appeared first on BNLData.
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Applications for SBC Summit’s First Pitch Now Open
Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of SBC First Pitch, where five early-stage betting and gaming startups will earn the opportunity... Read More...
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North Carolina Budget Plan Would Let Bettors Deduct Gambling Losses as Sports Betting Taxes Rise
North Carolina lawmakers are preparing a major shift in the state’s gambling tax rules that could ease the tax burden on sports bettors while asking sportsbook operators to pay more. Budget negotiations now include a proposal allowing gamblers to deduct their betting losses on state taxes, a benefit North Carolina has…
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Golden Boomerang Awards First Half by Boomerang Partners wrapped: next prize – the Formula 1 Grand Prix experience
The third season of the Golden Boomerang Awards by Boomerang Partners is not losing momentum. Following the conclusion… The post Golden Boomerang Awards First Half by Boomerang Partners wrapped: next prize – the Formula 1 Grand Prix experience appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Former MP pleads guilty to cheating over general election bets
A former parliamentary private secretary to Rishi Sunak has pleaded guilty to “cheating” by betting on the 2024 general election. The post Former MP pleads guilty to cheating over general election bets appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Dominator Play launches World Cup-themed creative prize draw
Provider has prepared a campaign that combines football passion with modern AI creativity With football fever reaching every corner of the globe, Dominator Play is introducing a special Prize Draw inspired by the 2026 World Cup season. The B2B iGaming provider has prepared a campaign that combines football passion wit…
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Gaming Realms and BetMGM roll out the red carpet for Slingo Marilyn Monroe
Gaming Realms has partnered with BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, to launch Marilyn Monroe… The post Gaming Realms and BetMGM roll out the red carpet for Slingo Marilyn Monroe appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Ontario Online Wagers Hit €6.46bn in May as Market Sees 2% Growth
Steady Monthly Growth In Ontario’s Regulated iGaming Market Ontario’s regulated online gambling market handled €6.46bn in wagers in May, up… The post Ontario Online Wagers Hit €6.46bn in May as Market Sees 2% Growth appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Ex-NBA players charged in federal sports gambling scandal
Former NBA players Ed Davis and Malik Beasley have been named in a federal lawsuit accusing both of taking part in a sports gambling scheme and manipulating the outcomes of games. Federal prosecutors believe the pair worked together to purposefully change performance during games when Beasley played with the Milwaukee…
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What prediction markets can tell us about iGaming’s future
Prediction markets are emerging as one of iGaming's most talked-about opportunities, offering operators a new way to engage younger, digitally savvy consumers. Olga Ivanchik, chief operating officer at Slotegrator, explains why the category is gaining momentum and how speed and flexibility can help operators capitalis…
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Greece Charges 18 Influencers Over Unlicensed Betting Promotions
Greece Expands Enforcement Against Illegal Gambling Promotion Greek authorities have opened criminal cases against 18 influencers and streamers accused of… The post Greece Charges 18 Influencers Over Unlicensed Betting Promotions appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Indonesian Authorities Trace World Cup Gambling Spam Surge to Overseas Bot Network
Online betting ads exploded as the tournament began Indonesia’s digital authorities say a coordinated overseas bot operation is behind a sudden flood of online gambling promotions appearing across the country’s biggest social media accounts. The Ministry of Communication and Digital, known as Komdigi, reported that ga…
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Kalshi announces partnership with ADI Predictstreet
Kalshi and ADI Predictstreet have announced a new strategic collaboration, making Kalshi a co-branded FIFA World Cup partner during the knockout stage. With ADI Predictstreet being the official prediction market partner of the World Cup, Kalshi is also set to display its branding in stadiums, online placements, and on…
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With Disappointing Wimbledon Launch, England Now Primed For Glorious Summer of Failure
England being trounced in a cricketing test series, two national football teams choking at a World Cup, much-touted stars dropping out of... Read More...
Read summary →Disappointing Wimbledon Launch Primes England For Summer Of Glorious Failure
England being trounced in a cricketing test series, two national football teams choking at a World Cup, much-touted stars dropping out of... Read More...
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Mauritius Budget 2026/27: New Horse Racing Controls Proposed
The Mauritius government has proposed a series of measures to continue the restructuring of the country’s horse racing sector. This is a part of amendments to the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) Act in the 2026/27 Budget. The proposed amendments are included in the budget annexes and include the creation of a Hors…
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England vs Congo DR Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
England’s fans will be chanting once again “it’s coming home,” oblivious of the fact that “it” hasn’t been home since 1966. But in this particular case, English soccer fans can allow themselves a bit of optimism as the national team drew against Congo DR in the Round of 32 and they are now tipped to […]
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SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets Surpasses 50 Signed Projects Within 3 Months After Launch
Malta, 29 June 2026 – SOFTSWISS, a global iGaming software provider, has surpassed 50 projects within its SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets pipeline since its launch in April 2026. Two of the live projects operate outside the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook ecosystem. SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets is a B2B fixed-odds Prediction Market…
Read summary →Kambi World Cup Insights: Bet Builder Drives 20% of Live Bets During Group Stage
Kambi network data reveals how crucial live combinability is to best-in-class World Cup user experiences, as well as how player props are... Read More...
Read summary →Sporting Risk Partners with Entain NCE
Sporting Risk, the sports analytics company specialising in predictive models that generate market-leading pricing and betting content, has expanded its relationship with... Read More...
Read summary →Two Plead Guilty Over UK General Election Betting Case
Craig Williams, a former aide to ex-UK prime minister Rishi Sunak, has pleaded guilty to charges of insider trading on the date... Read More...
Read summary →Mexico vs Ecuador Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Ecuador (+150) is coming in as the underdog to advance out of the Round of 32 against Mexico (-170), the tipped favorite. Yet, this is going to be a volatile, and likely high-scoring game with both teams committing mistakes, and able to exploit slips in each other’s play. While Mexico may be a slight favorite […]
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Kambi World Cup Insights: El Creador de Apuestas impulsa el 20% de las apuestas en vivo durante la fase de grupos
Los datos de la red de Kambi revelan lo crucial que es la combinabilidad en vivo para ofrecer una experiencia de usuario... Leer más... La entrada Kambi World Cup Insights: El Creador de Apuestas impulsa el 20% de las apuestas en vivo durante la fase de grupos se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets secures over 50 partnerships post-paunch
Since its April 2026 debut, the SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets pipeline has rapidly scaled, surpassing 50 signed projects in just three months, including two deployments integrated outside the core Sportsbook ecosystem. The post SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets secures over 50 partnerships post-paunch first appeared on Asia…
Read summary →France vs Sweden Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
France and Sweden are going to clash as the two teams head into the Round of 32 from completely different positions. France – from one of strength, and Sweden from one of acknowledging that it has rather limited chances of advancement. However, both Morocco and Paraguay managed to overcome their underdog positions, an…
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Kambi reports Bet Builder drives 20% of live bets during World Cup group stage
Kambi network data reveals how crucial live combinability is to best-in-class World Cup user experiences, as well as how player props are driving enhanced sportsbook engagement The post Kambi reports Bet Builder drives 20% of live bets during World Cup group stage first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming…
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SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets ultrapassa 50 projetos assinados em 3 meses após o lançamento
A SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets é uma plataforma B2B de mercados de previsão com odds fixas, criada para o iGaming regulamentado The post SOFTSWISS Prediction Markets ultrapassa 50 projetos assinados em 3 meses após o lançamento appeared first on BNLData.
Read summary →Gambling Loss Deductions Allowed Under Proposed North Carolina Budget
A W-2G is still triggered at a threshold of $2,000 in winnings, under the proposal being negotiated in the state legislature. North Carolina sports bettors will be allowed to deduct their gambling losses under revised rules being negotiated as part of a proposed state budget, WRAL in Raleigh reported over the weekend.…
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Senators Ask CFTC Over Polymarket Allegations of Staging Bets in Influencer Ads
Senators Adam Schiff (D-CA) and John Curtis (R-UT) have asked the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to respond to allegations raised in a recent Wall Street Journal report claiming that Polymarket paid to stage $1.9 million in fake bets as part of a marketing campaign. What Are the Senators Asking? Last week…
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E-Service bolster distribution of ITL’s age verification solutions
Innovative Technology’s (ITL) UK Trading Partner & Approved Service Centre, E-Service, are gaining traction in the UK with… The post E-Service bolster distribution of ITL’s age verification solutions appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Sports Betting Veteran Robert Walker on the ‘Art’ of Bookmaking
Robert Walker has more than four decades of experience in the sports betting industry, and as such, he’s the perfect source to consult on the evolution of bookmaking in the modern era. Walker started his career with Boyd Gaming in 1986 and ran operations for several other shops, including The Stardust and MGM Mirage. …
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Former NBA players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis are latest to be charged in gambling scandal
Former NBA player Malik Beasley has been indicted in the government’s sprawling investigation of illicit gambling on basketball games, accused of tailoring his 2024 performance with the Milwaukee Bucks to reward bettors and chip away at his own financial problems, authorities said Monday. Beasley has been out of the N…
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Former NBAers Malik Beasley, Ed Davis Among 6 Indicted as Gambling Scandal Widens
A wild text exchange between co-conspirators allegedly indicate one way Beasley manipulated games. Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Edward Davis were indicted with four others in the Eastern District of New York on Monday, accused by federal prosecutors of conspiring to manipulate performances in games for the ben…
Read summary →Winna.com Named Official Regional Sponsor of the Argentina National Football Team
Winna.com Partners With Argentina Winna.com, the online crypto casino and sportsbook, today announced it has become an Official Regional Sponsor… The post Winna.com Named Official Regional Sponsor of the Argentina National Football Team appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Wall Street Bets: Hollywood Aurora, World Cup wagering, Caesars’ deal
Jeffries’ David Katz looked at the opening of Penn Entertainment’s Hollywood Casino Aurora on June 26: “Our visit to Penn’s relocated Hollywood Aurora (in Illinois) property reinforces our view that land-based operators must continue reinvesting across the portfolio to remain competitive in an increasingly pressured e…
Read summary →Georgi Mihaylov, EGT Digital: “We are seeing growing demand for more personalised and interactive betting experiences”
Georgi Mihaylov, deputy CEO of EGT Digital, shared how the company is preparing for iGB L!VE. Exclusive interview.- Ahead of iGB L!VE, Georgi Mihaylov, deputy CEO of EGT Digital, shared how the company is preparing for the expo. In an exclusive interview, he spoke about EGT Digital’s key highlights at its stand and th…
Read summary →Timeless Blaugrana: how FC Barcelona kit became symbol of football – look from 1xBet
From its origins in 1899 to modern-day reinterpretations, FC Barcelona’s kit has balanced tradition and innovation, reinforcing its place as one of the most iconic visual identities in football. Press release.- Some kits become iconic for a single season. Others have long been an integral part of football culture. The…
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New York City’s Last Racetrack to Close in September
Aqueduct, the last operating horse racetrack in New York City, hosted its final race this past weekend and will shut its doors for good on September 7. The closure of the 135-year-old track is a watershed moment for horse racing in the US, leaving the nation with just 75 thoroughbred racetracks, ABC7 reported. The Nat…
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Draft da NFL 2027 terá restrições para apostas em áreas federais de Washington
O Draft da NFL de 2027 acontecerá entre 29 de abril e 1º de maio, no National Mall, em Washington, D.C. Embora o evento deva atrair milhares de torcedores, quem […] O post Draft da NFL 2027 terá restrições para apostas em áreas federais de Washington apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
Read summary →ODDSET’s Jordan: EU AML reforms demand ‘eIDAS first’ shift
ODDSET’s Head of Payments and KYC on continuous monitoring, biometric friction, KYB’s lag and preparing for AMLA’s incoming standardisation KYC has long been treated as a one-time hurdle at onboarding, cleared once and rarely revisited. Antony Jordan, Head of Payments and KYC at German sports betting operator ODDSET, …
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Prediction markets: Polymarket’s monopoly, Kalshi’s niche
Blask BAP data across five Anglophone markets reveals a two-player category — and the second player only competes in two of them. Prediction markets have been one of the more discussed formats in iGaming and fintech over the past two years. The underlying question — can users bet on real-world outcomes through a regul…
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Ontario igaming wagers increase in May
Wagers increased by 2 per cent from the previous month. Canada.- iGaming Ontario has reported that online gaming wagers in the Canadian province totalled CA$9.5bn in May. That’s a 2 per cent increase from April. Non-adjusted gross gaming revenue (NAGGR) was CA$413.1m, up 2 per cent from the previous month. The online …
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EGT Digital to Showcase New Sportsbook Features and Exciting Game Releases at iGB Live 2026
EGT Digital will participate in iGB Live 2026, taking place from 2nd to 3rd July in London, where visitors can explore the company’s latest innovations at stand P50. Among the highlights at the stand will be Goal Kings Bell Link, released earlier this month. Combining a football-inspired theme with the popular Bell Li…
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AGOK Named Safer Gambling Champion at Gamble Alert’s Responsible Gaming Awards 2026
Recognition affirms AGOK’s industry leadership on player protection as it rolls out Chukua Control, a digital-first responsible gaming campaign for the World Cup season. NAIROBI, KENYA – [29.06.2026] – The Association of Gaming Operators, Kenya (AGOK) has been named Safer Gambling Champion in the Industry Association …
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Algeria vs Austria joins World Cup’s hall of shame
With Algeria’s draw against Austria sparking conspiracy theories, Insider Sport has taken a look at the World Cup’s most notorious controversies. The 2026 FIFA World Cup has put Hollywood writers to shame in their own backyard. Before a ball was even kicked, FIFA handed US President Donald Trump the inaugural FIFA Pea…
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MLB Players Push For Ban on Individual Prop Bets
The Major League Baseball Players Association has put forward a proposal to eliminate prop bets tied to individual players, arguing that such wagers fuel harassment from frustrated gamblers. A union source told ESPN that the measure was raised during ongoing collective bargaining talks with Major League Baseball. The …
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Why You Can Bet On Football Coming Home To Africa
EXCLUSIVE: Africa has produced elite footballers for generations. But it has never produced a World Cup winner, writes Tooni Wale. Yet never... Read More...
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Fifa nega conflito na CazéTV e aprova modelo de transmissão inovador
Diretor de Negócios da Fifa, Romy Gai defende parceria com a LiveMode e destaca alcance com novos públicos no Brasil The post Fifa nega conflito na CazéTV e aprova modelo de transmissão inovador appeared first on BNLData.
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Políticos e influenciadores questionam cobrança só em cima da “CazéTV”
Políticos, jornalistas e criadores de conteúdo criticam investigação como seletiva e cobram tratamento igual para TVs, clubes e plataformas digitais The post Políticos e influenciadores questionam cobrança só em cima da “CazéTV” appeared first on BNLData.
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Veltium launches to support growth for sportsbooks and prediction markets
With a focus on global scaling, Veltium has debuted to provide specialized iGaming infrastructure and operational support for sharp sportsbooks and prediction market operators. The post Veltium launches to support growth for sportsbooks and prediction markets first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brie…
Read summary →Cote d’Ivoire vs Norway Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Cote d’Ivoire and Norway both had a great run so far in the World Cup, although they stand on shakier overall grounds than the other teams that advanced to the Round of 32. Ivory Coast is also chasing history, having never reached the knockout stage before, while Norway will be looking to its rested stars […]
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MLB Players Push to Ban Prop Bets on Individual Performance
The Major League Baseball Players Association is pushing to eliminate prop bets tied to individual player performance, arguing the wagers have created a connection between gamblers and athletes that often crosses into harassment. The proposal was born out of ongoing negotiations with the league for the next collective…
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Regulated Online Sports Betting
With illegal sports betting activity running rampant across Asia, what does the future hold for a legal sports betting industry […]
Read summary →Netherlands vs Morocco Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Morocco has emerged as a dark horse in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but whether the team can hold its own will now become painfully obvious as the Round of 32 is upon us. Morocco’s lot is not an easy one either, as it will face off with the Netherlands, which is tipped to advance […]
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Bookies Corner: bet365, Betway and Betfair prep for ‘most important’ two weeks of tennis as Wimbledon 2026 arrives
You can just about tell when it’s peak British summer, as it tends to be around the time that the Wimbledon Championships arrive. For Brits, it’s been a quiet few years at Wimbledon, or maybe we were just spoiled by the exploits of Andy Murray throughout the early 2010s. But it’s now been 13 years […]
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