Utah judge rejects Kalshi’s federal pre-emption argument
The judge found the federal law cited by Kalshi did not displace Utah's authority.
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Reports
Italian police report betting shop owner over missing authorised bets operator
The case shows Italian police enforcing the requirement that a licensed betting shop operate with an authorised bets collector present.
University of Mississippi seeks $2m annually for gambling research and treatment
The university requested $2m in annual state funding for its gambling centre and a planned treatment clinic.
Italy gaming tax receipts fall 6.3% in first half
Italy's gaming tax receipts totalled €3.636bn from January to June 2026, declining 6.3% year on year.
Marche opposition proposes greater gambling-premises separation distances
The bill would amend 2023 legislation by increasing distances between gambling activities and sensitive locations.
Mastrovincenzo proposes restoring gambling venue distance restrictions
He criticised the 2023 reform for reducing minimum distances and argued it harmed vulnerable groups.
Utah judge denies Kalshi request to halt enforcement
The judge found federal commodities rules did not override state restrictions on sports prediction contracts.
ADM publishes final PACG 3.3 gambling account protocol
The final protocol dated 2 September 2026 makes no changes to the draft issued on 1 July.
ASIC warns Australians about unlicensed prediction markets
ASIC guidance states no prediction-market operator holds an Australian licence, warning users about binary losses and recovering money.
SBC launches Global Prediction Markets Forum in Lisbon
The standalone forum signals that prediction markets are being treated as a distinct commercial segment for event organisers and industry participants.
Appointment
Flutter names Dan Taylor group chief executive
Flutter announced Dan Taylor as group chief executive of a group operating FanDuel, PokerStars, Betfair and Sky Betting.
California tribes weigh sports betting referendum as Kalshi suffers New York court setbacks
Kalshi's court setbacks and a possible California referendum shape US prediction-market and sports-betting access.
Departure
Flutter names Dan Taylor successor as Peter Jackson exits
Peter Jackson leaves Flutter's chief executive role and board on 30 September, with Dan Taylor replacing him.
Appointment
Global Gaming Solutions appoints Hannah McCune to lead internal audit service
Global Gaming Solutions selected Hannah McCune to head internal audit and assurance for a newly launched online gambling service.
Pixbet explores sale amid regulatory difficulties
Pixbet is exploring a possible sale while facing regulatory issues, per sources.
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.
ADM updates gaming-account registry communication protocol
ADM published a revised PACG protocol for the gaming-account registry concerning remote operators and concessionaires managing player accounts.
Acquisition
Betsson completes Rhino acquisition to restore Ontario consumer presence
Betsson completed its purchase of Rhino Entertainment's Canadian consumer operations, restoring direct consumer presence in Ontario.
ADM orders blocking of 190 additional gambling websites
ADM ordered internet providers to block another 190 unauthorised gambling websites, supplementing the 10 July 2026 list.
Appointment
Flutter confirms Dan Taylor’s 1 October succession
Dan Taylor becomes Flutter group chief executive on 1 October 2026, with Jackson advising until year-end.
Departure
Peter Jackson steps down as Flutter chief executive
Dan Taylor succeeds Peter Jackson in October alongside a reduction in FanDuel's 2026 EBITDA guidance.
Results
Flutter increases second-quarter revenue to $4.326bn
Flutter generated $4.326bn in second-quarter 2026 revenue, up 3% versus the equivalent period a year earlier.
TaDa Gaming introduces Royal Shooter in Brazil
TaDa Gaming launched Royal Shooter in Brazil, a fishing-shooting title with single-player and multiplayer rooms at different volatility levels.
Nevada rules require casinos to report cyberattacks within 24 hours
Nevada adopted cybersecurity rules requiring casinos to notify regulators within 24 hours of attacks.
Papaya Gaming seeks Chapter 15 protection while appealing judgment
Papaya's Chapter 15 filing seeks US protection for assets while it appeals the $719m judgment.