Wisconsin commission warns election betting could bring felony charges
The Wisconsin Elections Commission warned political-race bettors of possible felony charges and loss of voting rights.
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ACMA penalises TAB over marketing to registered non-call customers
ACMA penalised TAB over marketing messages sent to 351 Australian VIP customers listed on the Do Not Call Register.
Lottery associations urge gambling licences for prediction platforms
Two lottery trade associations urged authorities to regulate gaming-style prediction contracts as gambling, requiring licences and regulated gaming requirements.
Wisconsin elections commission says election betting can disqualify voters
The warning signals that US state authorities may treat prediction-market election wagers as grounds for voter disqualification, raising compliance risk for platforms.
ADM reports more than 21 million active online gambling accounts in Italy in 2024
The age-group figures give operators and regulators a measure of online account distribution in Italy.
IBIA reports 76 suspicious betting alerts across nine sports in Q2 2026
The alert breakdown identifies sports and regions requiring integrity monitoring, while remaining subject to investigation.
Italian appeal court upholds €20,000 penalty over unauthorised lottery bets
The ruling maintains the restriction on accepting bets through foreign-linked centres for events absent from approved schedules.
Wisconsin election commission warns voters about event-contract betting
Regulators should note the Wisconsin warning drew opposition from two major prediction-market platforms.
Alabama lawmaker anticipates gambling regulation debate in next term
Investors should note a lawmaker expects Alabama to address gambling regulation in the next quadrennium.
FIFA reports no suspicious betting during 2026 World Cup
The findings inform integrity monitoring by betting operators and other task force members during major tournaments.
Wisconsin warns election betting may remove voting eligibility
Operators should note Wisconsin officials say election wagering through prediction markets could cost voting rights.
Results
IBIA reports 76 suspicious betting alerts in Q2 2026
Operators and regulators can use the alert breakdown and referrals to inform sports integrity monitoring.
Prato police chief suspends betting venue licence for 15 days
Betting venue operators face a temporary licence suspension after minors entered and one placed a wager.
Flutter reports about 180 million bets during 2026 World Cup
The reported volume and potential payouts provide operators with evidence of tournament betting activity and liability exposure.
Italy’s Council of State upholds Ravenna betting shop closure
The ruling confirms Ravenna operators face distance and planning restrictions when seeking to relocate betting shops.
Washington judge says Kalshi very likely violated state gambling law
The ruling signals that event-contracts operators may face state gambling enforcement even as federal oversight of prediction markets remains contested.
Gambling Commission directs regulatory settlement funds to UK state budget
Operators’ settlement payments will go to general public spending rather than directly funding gambling-sector projects.
Nebraska casinos increase June revenue to $24.9m
Suppliers should note Nebraska slots contributed $21.6m, up 22.9%, while table games generated $2.1m.
CNIGA chair warns prediction markets could reduce tribal casino revenue by 25%
Operators should note a tribal chairman warned prediction-market expansion could cost casinos up to 25% of gross revenue.
Bulgaria’s Finance Ministry rejects further gambling advertising restrictions and tax rises
Investors should note Bulgaria's deputy finance minister rejected tighter gambling advertising limits and additional tax increases.
Kenya High Court stays 2026 gambling licensing regulations
Operators awaiting Kenyan licences under the 2026 rules face an uncertain timetable while the stay remains in force.
Optimove analysis finds US sports betting spend rose to $1,013 in June
The figures give operators a benchmark for average monthly player spend as US sports betting volumes shift between months.
UN report estimates illegal gambling bets at up to $1.7tn annually
The estimates frame the scale of illegal betting and the reported exposure of young users for regulators and operators.
Appointment
Bragg names Matt Davey chair as Drayton International takeover closes
The completed Drayton takeover and new chair give Bragg a US-facing betting asset and fresh board leadership as it competes for American market share.
Bragg completes Drayton purchase and appoints Matt Davey chair
Investors should note Bragg completed its Drayton International acquisition for US$9m and appointed Matt Davey chair.