Regulation
Federal judge permits Utah gambling-law enforcement against prediction markets
A federal judge ruled Utah can enforce its gambling laws against platforms including Kalshi and Polymarket.
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Regulation
Indonesian agency reports $57m in World Cup illegal bets
The figures quantify illegal World Cup betting that continued despite enforcement against illegal online gambling.
Regulation
Brazil operators suspect illegal market funds attacks on licensed bets
Operators argue that prohibition would shift demand to criminal structures and remove the traceable tax revenue and consumer protections of the regulated market.
Regulation
CFTC chair warns against state-level prediction-market rules
The CFTC chairman said state regulation of prediction markets would undermine federal market integrity.
Enforcement & compliance
Russia's Federal Antimonopoly Service sanctions Fonbet over Pirlo advertising
The action adds a second jurisdiction to advertising enforcement against Fonbet, exposing operators using celebrity endorsements to sanction risk in Russia and Italy.
Regulation
Kalshi executive criticises New York lawsuit and defends regulation record
A Kalshi executive said the product is heavily regulated while discussing the New York lawsuit and integrity work.
Regulation
Novig sues New York as sports trading platform launches nationwide
Operators should note Novig sued to pre-empt enforcement like New York's actions against other prediction-market operators.
Regulation
Brazilian groups sue Apple over casino app age checks
The case tests whether app-store operators, not just licensed operators, bear responsibility for age verification and real-money play access in Brazil.
Enforcement & compliance
Philippine police widen resident tip-off push against illegal gambling
Police reliance on resident tip-offs signals wider enforcement pressure on unlicensed operators and hubs in the Philippine market.
Enforcement & compliance
Florida seniors oppose enforcement against gambling arcades
Enforcement against arcades over alleged illegal slot operations faces opposition from residents who use the venues.
Regulation
Maryland casinos record July gaming revenue decline
The figures show a year-on-year contraction in Maryland casino revenue, relevant to operators and investors.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Regulation
Utah judge allows gambling-law enforcement against Kalshi
The ruling permits Utah gambling-law enforcement while Kalshi prepares an appeal of its rejected preemption argument.
Regulation
Utah judge denies Kalshi request to halt enforcement
The judge found federal commodities rules did not override state restrictions on sports prediction contracts.
Regulation
Utah court rejects Kalshi federal pre-emption claim
A federal judge entered final judgment favouring Utah's authority to enforce its gambling laws against Kalshi.
Regulation
Nevada rules require casinos to report cyberattacks within 24 hours
Nevada adopted cybersecurity rules requiring casinos to notify regulators within 24 hours of attacks.
Deals & M&A
Light & Wonder posts A$828m Q2 revenue as UK tax headwinds weigh
Igaming growth offsetting UK tax headwinds is a mix suppliers and investors will weigh against regulatory costs.
Regulation
SABA chief says illegal gambling legislative push remains at advocacy stage
Regulators should note SABA's chief executive said concrete legislative progress against illegal offshore gambling had not emerged.
Regulation
Bacta warns against weakening UK regulated market in funding debate
Operators and suppliers face renewed debate over whether high-street gaming venues should fund other businesses, with enforcement against illegal dens cited as context.
Regulation
Senate 7th Commission examines football reform bills and petition
The committee review could reshape how Italian football's links to sports betting are treated in law.
Regulation
Utah judge denies Kalshi injunction against gambling enforcement
Judge Shelby's summary judgment lets Utah enforce its gambling laws against Kalshi, rejecting federal pre-emption.
Regulation
Austria submits draft gambling law for European Commission review
Regulators gain a three-month standstill to review Austria's draft against EU market rules.
Enforcement & compliance
Lazio administrative court denies emergency relief from Polymarket blocking
Operators see Italian access restrictions stay in place pending a further interim hearing on 25 August.
Regulation
New Zealand guidance bans luck, fate and ritual themes in gambling ads
Operators and suppliers targeting New Zealand must review igaming ad creative for luck, fate and ritual themes, minor-appeal risks and personal endorsements.
Regulation
Kalshi asks Iowa federal court to block state gambling enforcement
The case tests whether federal derivatives oversight can shield prediction-market operators from state gambling enforcement in the US.
Regulation
Bacta survey warns against higher Machine Games Duty
A Bacta survey warned a possible Machine Games Duty increase could affect businesses, jobs and investment.