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University of Nebraska Study Says Online Gambling Reduces Household Savings
Research led by Justin Balthrop, an assistant professor of finance at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, found that legalizing online sports betting may lead households to reduce their savings and investments. University of Nebraska–Lincoln Conducted the Study The findings were recently published in the Journal of Fi…
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Nebraska voters reject online sports betting despite more than $20M operator campaign
Initiatives 440 and 441 fail to pass
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Cirsa targets upper end of 2026 guidance as Lottomatica merger advances
In its Q3 earnings update, Cirsa reported sports betting and online gaming as the group's fastest growing division.
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Kambi Remains Optimistic After 23% Q3 Revenue Growth
Sports betting technology provider Kambi reported a strong third quarter, with revenue up 23% year-on-year to EUR 46 million ($51.7 million) and adjusted EBITA more than doubling. The company also narrowed its full-year earnings guidance, citing improved profitability despite challenges in some jurisdictions. It remai…
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Legalizing Texas Sports Betting May Be Possible After Patrick Denied Fourth Term
Texas gambling bills may have a path to the Senate floor for the first time in a decade after Democrat Vikki Goodwin unseated Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on Tuesday. Patrick, who has served as lieutenant...
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Nebraska Voters Reject Online Sports Betting Despite $22.5 Million Campaign
Nebraska voters rejected online sports betting Tuesday, voting down a pair of ballot measures that would have brought mobile wagering through the state’s racetrack casinos. Initiative 441, the s...
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Turning Stone limits casino services following cybersecurity incident
The disruption affected Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York, Point Place Casino in Bridgeport and YBR Casino & Sports Book in Chittenango. Credit-card payments and on-site ATMs were unavailable, while TS Rewards services, bingo and sports betting were suspended. The operator said it had taken selected syst…
Read summary →Michigan Edges New York In NFL Betting Activity
Michigan narrowly topped New York in active sportsbook accounts this past NFL Sunday, leading a nationwide total of 5.7 million accounts across 28 legal US sports betting markets, according to data...
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Nebraska online sports betting measures trail in unofficial results
Nebraska’s proposed expansion into online sports betting was heading towards defeat on Wednesday morning, with both measures required to authorise mobile wagering trailing in unofficial election returns. Initiative 440 would amend the state constitution to permit online sports wagering, while Initiative 441 would esta…
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Nebraska Voters Reject Push for Statewide Online Sports Betting in Midterms
Nebraska voters have rejected a proposal that would have brought online sports betting to the state, dealing a setback to a campaign backed by sportsbooks and racetrack operators. The result means legal sports wagering will remain limited to in-person bets placed at the state’s racetrack casinos, ending hopes of a sta…
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Michigan Expands Online Sports Betting Market With Fixed-Odds Horse Racing
Michigan bettors can now place fixed-odds wagers on horse racing through the state’s regulated online sports betting market after the Michigan Gaming Control Board approved the new betting option last Friday. The change adds horse racing to the state’s online sportsbook catalogue in a format that allows customers to l…
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SARGF Condemns Gambling Promotions at Pretoria School
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) condemned a lapse in child safeguarding after video footage surfaced on social media showing World Sports Betting (WSB) representatives conducting a commercial promotion inside a preschool classroom at Cornwall Hill College in Pretoria. The activation took plac…
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Trump Takes Midterm Hammering: Senate Flips And Nebraska Rejects Sports Betting
435 House seats. 35 Senate seats. 36 states holding gubernatorial elections. And just one state voting on sports betting. It was a... Read More...
Read summary →Trump Takes Midterm Hammering As Democrats Flip Congress And Nebraska Rejects Sports Betting
Breaking News: 435 House seats. 35 Senate seats. And 36 governorships up for grabs. Plus one state voting on sports betting. It... Read More...
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US midterm elections 2026 ballot measures to watch: Nebraska, Virginia, Indiana
The gambling industry will keep a close eye on measures in three states on Election Day, most notably in Nebraska where the legalisation of sports betting is on the ballot.
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Nebraska, Indiana and Virginia voters decide on sports betting, casino and horse racing measures
Including a $500 million casino development
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Lieutenant governor race could decide fate of Texas sports betting and casino push in 2027
Two-thirds vote still required
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BETBY: Brazil’s sports betting ban will not protect players
BETBY says prohibition risks pushing betting activity offshore rather than eliminating demand, while calling for stable regulation focused on player protection The post BETBY: Brazil’s sports betting ban will not protect players appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Cashpoint Denmark rebrands as Merkur Bets and adopts EveryMatrix platform
Cashpoint Denmark has officially become Merkur Bets, extending Merkur Group’s international rebranding programme following similar changes in Germany and Austria. Operating since 2012, Cashpoint Denmark has established a market share of more than 50 per cent in the country’s land-based sports betting sector. The rebra…
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Nebraska Voters to Decide Fate of Mobile Sports Betting
Nebraska voters will decide on November 3 whether to legalize statewide mobile sports betting, ending a campaign that has attracted more than $22.5 million in contributions. DraftKings and FanDuel have contributed the bulk of the money, donating about $10.4 million each to back the proposed changes. Nebraska Sports Be…
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Caesars Ent. launches Empire Builder digital rewards programme
Caesars Entertainment has launched Caesars Rewards Empire Builder, a progression-based loyalty feature available across Caesars Palace Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino in eligible US jurisdictions. The new programme allows players to accumulate Tier Credits through online casino and sports betting activit…
Read summary →BC Game Ambassador: Eva Elfie Signs Partnership
BC Game ambassador Eva Elfie joins the online casino and sports betting platform for promotional campaigns, content collaborations and esports event appearances.... Read More...
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Clever Advertising Acquires Pickswise to Bolster American Footprint
Clever Advertising, an iGaming marketing company, has signed an agreement with Spotlight Sports Group to acquire the Pickswise sports betting picks brand. The acquisition will complement Clever Advertising, allowing it to better serve its US customers. Spotlight Sports Group Sells Pickswise for an Undisclosed Sum Acco…
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Michigan adds fixed-odds horse racing bets to online sports betting catalog
Online market expansion
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Voters in Nebraska, Indiana, and Virginia to decide gaming ballot measures
On Tuesday, voters will head to the polls to make choices that could shape the gaming industry for years to come in three states, with online sports betting, satellite wagering on horse races, and land-based casino measures on the ballot. Nebraska voters will decide whether to legalize online sports betting, with supp…
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Colombia Sports Betting Contributions Rise
Gaming Funds For Healthcare Coljuegos reported total collections of approximately €273.73 million across the gambling activities it oversees for the… The post Colombia Sports Betting Contributions Rise appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Colombia’s online betting revenue rises 84 per cent following World Cup
Colombia’s online sports betting sector recorded an 84.24 per cent increase in revenue during the first eight months of 2026, supported by betting activity surrounding the FIFA World Cup. According to figures supplied by national gambling regulator Coljuegos, collections between January and August reached COP 977.22bn…
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No to Sports Betting Abuse: NCAA Joins Initiative to Protect College Athletes
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has taken one more step in the battle against online harassment by joining the Bad Actor Program in its latest attempt to keep athletes safe and properly protected. First Sports Governing Body to Join Bad Actor The program, joined by Fanatics at the end of June, is a…
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Manila’s LaVie Resort & Casino to launch self-run iGaming platform offering remote gaming, online casino games and sports betting
Hong Kong-listed International Entertainment Corp (IEC) will in the coming month launch its own self-run online gaming platform at the […]
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APADELA Calls for Legal Framework to Punish Match-Fixing in Peru
The Peruvian Association of Online Sports Betting and Related Activities (APADELA) has appealed to the Peruvian Football Federation to increase its efforts in the fight against sports match-fixing after reports that two football clubs, including one from the league’s biggest club, have been victims of suspicious commu…
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Michigan: Regulators add fixed-odds horse racing to online sports betting options
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) Friday announced that fixed-odds wagering on horse racing will be added to the state’s online sports betting catalog, giving bettors a new way to wager on races. Under the change, licensed online sports betting operators will be permitted to offer fixed-odds wagers on horse rac…
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PointsBet revenue falls 16% amid H1 Australian decline
Growth in PointsBet's Canada-facing iGaming business failed to offset a decline in sports betting revenue The post PointsBet revenue falls 16% amid H1 Australian decline appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →$22M in the Bag: Nebraska, Ready for November Sports Betting Vote
Nebraska’s attempt to legalize online sports betting has attracted almost $21.7 million in the form of campaign contributions, as major sportsbook operators continued to pour millions of dollars into the effort ahead of a statewide vote on November 3, 2026. Head-Spinning Numbers The freshest campaign finance disclosur…
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Minnesota’s Elections Could Decide the Future of Sports Betting in the State
Minnesota’s November 3 elections could alter the dynamics of the campaign to legalize sports betting, as the current legislative stalemate has left the long-running debate unresolved. Minnesota is one of the few US states that has not legalized online sports betting or commercial retail sportsbooks. The state has seve…
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Paf Joins Finnish Gaming Association, Determined to Fight Illegal Gambling
Paf is the latest iGaming entity to join the Finnish Gaming Association as the market anticipates mass-market regulation that will open the floodgates for sports betting and online casino operators to take a share of the consumer pie. The company is joining Rahapeliala ry to help offer valuable input as the market unf…
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MGA Reviews Sports Betting Integrity Controls
Low Reporting Can Reflect Risk Controls The Malta Gaming Authority has published a thematic review of how authorised companies identify, assess… The post MGA Reviews Sports Betting Integrity Controls appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Four Arrests for Seven Seconds: Turkish Authorities Discover Alleged Live Betting Scam
Four people have been jailed and are currently pending trial in Turkey over an alleged sports betting fraud in which a data analyst delayed live match updates by seven seconds. This allowed associates to place bets after the outcome of a point was already known. Prosecutors claim that the unusual scheme triggered loss…
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MGA review sets out how operators can strengthen sports betting integrity controls
The regulator highlights real-time monitoring, collaboration between risk and compliance teams, and athlete safeguards as good practice, and… The post MGA review sets out how operators can strengthen sports betting integrity controls appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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US iGaming Growth Slows Down While Sports Betting Remains Stable
The US online casino market has posted its weakest growth rate in the third quarter of 2026. Meanwhile, sports betting has proven resilient despite fears that precision markets would poach customers from licensed sportsbooks. The coming months will show whether these analyst predictions are right, as operators fight f…
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Ali “Ako” Muhanned named CEO of BC Game
Online casino and sports betting platform BC Game Tuesday named Ali “Ako” Muhanned CEO. As CEO, Muhanned will focus on strengthening player trust, improving the platform experience, and guiding international growth. “For me, this is the next step in a business I’ve been deeply involved in for years,” said Muhanned in …
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FanDuel and DraftKings Hit With Class Action Lawsuit in Louisiana
A class action lawsuit was filed in Louisiana against online sports betting companies FanDuel and DraftKings, accusing them of designing and marketing their apps to encourage and exploit addictive gambling behaviors. Lawsuit Filed Against FanDuel and DraftKings According to the lawsuit, the companies use a predatory d…
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Superbet Sets New Record in Polish Sports Betting History
A 17-Selection Accumulator Worth Over €400,000 The winning ticket contained 17 football selections covering competitions across Europe and South America. Among… The post Superbet Sets New Record in Polish Sports Betting History appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Canada Advances Sports Betting Advertising Framework
Bill Moves Through House Committee Independent Senator Marty Deacon introduced Bill S-211, formally titled An Act respecting a national framework on… The post Canada Advances Sports Betting Advertising Framework appeared first on iGaming Express.
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DraftKings CEO Robins says company in win-win position in prediction market legal battle
DraftKings has been offering sports event contracts through its app for almost a year now, but CEO Jason Robins has made it clear they will not offer prediction markets in states where they are licensed to offer sports betting. But was that decision the right move for the company to make? Robins explained that it... R…
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Lula or Bolsonaro? Brazil’s betting industry prepares for judgement day
Bolsonaro reportedly vows to end the country's sports betting ban while facing a police inquiry into alleged money laundering through bets – something he denies The post Lula or Bolsonaro? Brazil’s betting industry prepares for judgement day appeared first on NEXT.io.
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China Lottery Sales Did Well in September as Annual Results Continue to Improve
China continues to snuff out most forms of gambling, but the lottery is the evident exception. Yet, interest in the lottery is not lessening, with sports betting sales up 73.1%, and overall Chinese lottery sales rising by 27.3% to $10.4 billion in September 2026 on an annual basis. The Ministry of Finance, which detai…
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Californians Toy with the Idea of Land-Based Sports Betting, But Not Online
Californians might finally be ready to accept that sports betting is part of everyday life, but there is one significant rub – the interactive wagering industry is still a no-go, with most state residents apparently opposed to legalizing iGaming and online sportsbooks. Californians Are Opening Up to the Idea of Legali…
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Can IG Group stick the landing on UK prediction markets launch?
IG Group will reignite its sports betting ambitions 16 years after departing the scene as it sets out ambitious plans to revamp the identity of the current space. Yesterday saw the FTSE 100 firm reveal its plans for a UK prediction market launch, beginning with a rollout in late Q4 2026. This will see IG […]
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BetMGM and the National Football League extend partnership in Canada
Renewed agreement gives BetMGM continued access to NFL intellectual property, activations and fan experiences in Canada BetMGM has renewed its partnership with the National Football League, extending its status as an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NFL in Canada. The one-year extension builds on a relationship …
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Canada’s Sports Betting Ads Ban Bill Set for Key Vote
Canada’s push to create national rules for sports betting advertising is moving closer to its final stages, with lawmakers preparing to consider Bill S-211 after it cleared the Senate last year. The proposed legislation would require the development of a national framework for sports betting advertising and examine wa…
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World Cup Boosted Betting Traffic in Peru, but Visits Fell After the Final
The FIFA World Cup 2026 saw an increase in the number of bets placed on sports betting platforms in Peru, although the majority of these extra users were lost after the event. Apuesta Legal Perú’s study revealed that only 7% of the additional visits during the competition still persisted after the end of the event, [……
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China Lottery Sales Hit $10.04 Billion as Sports Betting Surges 73.1%
China’s lottery sales climbed 27.3% year-on-year in September to RMB67.389 billion, equivalent to $10.04 billion, according to the Ministry of Finance. The increase amounted to RMB15.325 billion, or $2.28 billion, compared with the same month last year. However, the gains were not shared by every lottery product. Keno…
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US commercial gaming revenue slips 0.6% in August as sports betting falls 15.6%
iGaming revenue rises 12.3%.
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Polymarket sues Ohio over sports betting restrictions, seeks injunction against enforcement
Citing discrimination against interstate commerce
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Peru opens consultation on changes to online gambling and sports betting regulations
Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR) has opened a 15-day public consultation on proposed changes to the regulations governing online gambling and sports betting. The consultation was announced through Ministerial Resolution No. 382-2026-MINCETUR, published in the official gazette El Peruano on 21 Oc…
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Ohio Sets 30 October Deadline for Gaming Licensees to Exit Prediction Markets
Ohio’s gambling regulator has given sports betting and fantasy sports licensees until 30 October to stop providing services to prediction market operators offering sports event contracts in the state. The directive was issued by the Ohio Casino Control Commission on 20 October and applies not only to operators but als…
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FIRST.bet CEO reacts to Brazil betting ban and outlines European & African goals
When President Lula signed his provisional order to ban online sports betting and online casino in Brazil, it dealt a massive blow to a regulated sector that has steadily been growing since January 2025. For the operators who have invested significant resources in setting up local entities, hiring local staff and gett…
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Only Half the Parents Had “the Talk” About Gambling, Survey Says
For lots of parents, “the talk” about sex, alcohol and drugs is part of raising children. Now, as sports betting and prediction markets are becoming more and more visible and hard to avoid online, gambling advocates want families to add another subject to those sensitive discussions. A survey commissioned by the Natio…
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Ohio: Licensees providing services to prediction markets may impact suitability
The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) has sent its sports betting and fantasy contest licensees and applicants a notice warning of the consequences for providing services to prediction market operators in the state. Andromeda Morrison, the OCCC’s interim executive director, said should these companies continue to …
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Finland grants new operator licence ahead of gambling market opening next year
Covers sports betting and online casinos
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