STF weighs betting law as researcher warns ban would push users to illegal platforms
The court's ruling will determine whether Brazil's regulated betting market survives, directly affecting operators' licensing and compliance obligations.
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Reports
Kenneth Dart submits formal Evolution takeover bid
Dart's formal takeover offer for Evolution was described as mandated by his legal obligations.
CFTC reviews mention markets as Kalshi drops sports contracts
Prediction-market operators face closer CFTC scrutiny of contract design and incentive programmes, with Kalshi already pulling sports-linked mention contracts.
Brazilian finance ministry releases betting authorisation assessments
The release makes the legal, suitability and funding basis of betting authorisation decisions available for scrutiny.
Finance ministry says welfare betting block already covers five million tax IDs
The ministry's statement shows an existing welfare betting restriction already covering five million taxpayer IDs, distinct from the candidate's proposal.
GGL launches FAQ on event betting and prediction markets
GGL's FAQ explains Germany's societal-event betting prohibition, noting access and product design determine whether an offer is unlawful gambling.
Results
Grandstand maintains 2026 guidance as Q2 revenue falls 5%
Grandstand kept full-year guidance despite lower revenue and adjusted EBITDA, citing stronger sports data services and near-complete restructuring.
Genting Singapore records 34% decline in first-half profit
Genting Singapore's first-half net profit fell 34% annually to $122m despite stable revenue, on depreciation and refurbishment.
Brazil finance ministry says over five million people barred from online betting
The restriction removes a large customer segment from Brazil's regulated online betting market, affecting operator acquisition and compliance checks.
Finance ministry suspends Pixbet and orders refunds
The finance ministry provisionally suspended Pixbet, cancelled outstanding bets, froze three domains and required refunds.
CFTC sets first Innovation Advisory Committee meeting agenda including prediction market regulation
The meeting gives operators and investors a first signal of how the CFTC may approach prediction market rules.
Licence
Fliff applies for Futures Commission Merchant status
Investors should note Fliff's approval could enable a partnership with a Designated Contract Market-registered exchange.
Germany’s player exclusion register approaches 390,000 entries
Regulators should note Germany's central gambling exclusion register held nearly 390,000 exclusions.
Entain increases first-half net gaming revenue 5%
Investors should note Entain's first-half net gaming revenue grew 5% year on year despite tax impact.
Polymarket partners with New York Yankees
Polymarket became the Yankees' official prediction market partner through the 2026 season with stadium branding.
Brazil health ministry launches gambling harm prevention campaign
Brazil's health ministry launched a national campaign on online betting harm, risks and treatment services.
GGL publishes guidance on event betting and prediction markets
GGL's FAQ says societal-event betting cannot receive German authorisation and participation from Germany may be criminal.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Entain reports H1 2026 net gaming revenue growth in UK and Ireland
Rising UK and Ireland net gaming revenue despite higher gambling taxes indicates how far tax increases are weighing on operators' margins.
Casa de Apostas innovation head sets out how live odds are priced
Operators should note that in-play odds are recalculated within seconds, with red cards hardest to price and integrity monitoring required.
French lawmakers consider tighter sports betting advertising limits
The proposals could restrict or prohibit sports betting advertising and add mandatory loss limits for younger players.
CFTC orders Kalshi to maintain New York operations
The CFTC's emergency directive keeps Kalshi operating in New York despite the state's restraining order request.
Rank reports 6% annual net gaming revenue growth
Rank's underlying net gaming revenue rose 6% and underlying profit 21% despite initial tax rises.
Baja California deputy proposes youth gambling prevention measures
The proposal would update Baja California's youth law with prevention campaigns, staff training and family guidance.
BOS criticises Sweden’s gambling credit card ban
Hoffstedt argued that declining channelisation deserved greater legislative attention than the credit card ban.
Entain increases UK and Ireland online net gaming revenue
Entain's UK and Ireland online net gaming revenue rose in H1 2026 despite higher gambling taxes.