FBI drops investigation into alleged Las Vegas bookmaker William Roberts
Prosecutors continue pursuing the case against Roberts despite the FBI ending its investigation, while Roberts denies illegal bookmaking.
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Bayern Munich names Mega Casino World regional partner in three-year deal
Mega Casino World gains a three-year regional commercial partnership with Bayern Munich.
São Paulo clubs respond to proposed betting advertising restrictions
The São Paulo bill would restrict betting company advertising at sporting events, prompting club concern.
Altenar opposes Sportradar’s Swiss arbitration request in US antitrust case
The dispute concerns suppliers’ access to official sports data for US sportsbook platforms and whether Altenar’s claims qualify for arbitration.
Kalshi signs sponsorship agreements with five MLB teams
Kalshi’s sponsorships expand MLB prediction market partnerships, with four new partners playing in states that prohibit sports betting.
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High Roller plans US prediction market launch for ROLR in 2026
High Roller has secured regulatory approvals and nearly completed technology development, choosing an introducing broker model to accelerate market entry.
Belarus considers reforms to gambling advertising rules
Belarus’s draft prohibition would restrict online gambling advertising if approved.
Indiana authorities arrest five over alleged cockfighting and gambling operation
Indiana’s investigation led to arrests and warrants linked to felony allegations involving professional gambling, money laundering and tax evasion.
GiG plans €16.4m acquisition of 80% stake in 888AFRICA
GiG’s proposed 80% acquisition requires further approvals and definitive agreements, with founders retaining shares and management involvement.
Oxford legal scholars propose distinct US rules for prediction markets
The scholars urge regulators to address event contracts’ incentives for corrupt or illegal outcome influence without automatically applying securities-market rules.
Brazil considers banning betting sponsorship of Rouanet Law cultural projects
Betting operators face a possible prohibition on sponsoring cultural projects and events supported by the Rouanet Law.
Google updates gambling advertising certification from 26 August 2026
Google’s gambling advertising certification changes cover requirements, destination websites and account restrictions.
Sportradar extends Euroleague Basketball betting data and audiovisual rights to 2031
Sportradar retains exclusive worldwide betting data and audiovisual distribution rights covering over 650 basketball matches annually through 2031.
GoldenRace signs global distribution agreement with QTech for emerging markets
GoldenRace’s virtual sports and betting solutions gain distribution through QTech’s aggregation platform, which focuses on emerging markets.
Central Bank presents data challenging betting link to indebtedness in Brazil
The reported Central Bank figures do not support attributing indebtedness to online betting, informing operators’ and regulators’ assessment.
Federal judge pauses Novig prediction market litigation in Massachusetts
Novig’s Massachusetts litigation is paused, while its joint request with New Mexico officials seeks similar relief.
Tribes oppose proposed federal swap treatment for US sports contracts
Tribes argue federal oversight of sports contracts would divert tribal gaming revenue and conflict with the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.
Pagsmile partnership raises Aposta Ganha payment conversion to 98% in Brazil
Aposta Ganha’s 98% payment conversion rate gives operators a benchmark for Pagsmile’s payment technology, alongside reported faster transactions.
Mauritius introduces B2B and B2C gambling licences under Finance Act 2026
Interactive gambling licensees must incorporate in Mauritius, while B2C operators face annual fees and quarterly payments under the reforms.
Kalshi secures prediction market partnerships with five MLB teams
The agreements give Kalshi advertising exposure and fan engagement opportunities across five MLB teams.
Yangon lawmaker presses government over persistent online gambling
The reported payment flows identify a weakness in Yangon's efforts to enforce online gambling restrictions.
EvenBet Gaming adopts Evenbeter name following Nordic supplier approvals
Evenbeter’s five-year supplier licences in Denmark and Sweden underpin its Nordic expansion following organisational restructuring.
Crypto, technology and online betting industries contribute $294m to US election campaigns
Online betting, cryptocurrency and technology contributed $294m to congressional elections as corporate spending exceeded the 2024 election cycle total.
Tabcorp reports AUD2.6bn revenue for FY 2026
Tabcorp’s AUD2.6bn annual revenue gives investors a benchmark as a reported BetMakers acquisition approaches.
Maryland enacts law targeting offshore gambling operators and service providers
Maryland’s enforcement law targets offshore gambling operators and US businesses providing access, payment and advertising services.