Casino Association of New Jersey asks CFTC to block sports prediction contracts
The CFTC’s decision could affect prediction-market competition, state and tribal gaming authority, and protections for sporting-event integrity.
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South African Bookmakers Association calls for prediction-market ban
SABA's position raises questions about whether prediction-market operators can lawfully serve South African customers under current rules.
Better Markets urges CFTC to withdraw prediction-market proposal
The dispute raises questions about whether the proposed rule could permit gambling through event contracts and align with Dodd-Frank’s intent.
Judge refuses CFTC injunction against Wisconsin enforcement
Wisconsin’s enforcement efforts continue without the preliminary restriction sought by the CFTC.
Fanatics responsible gambling lead criticises Kalshi and Polymarket oversight
The comments sharpen the divide between licensed sportsbooks and prediction market platforms over responsible gambling standards in the US.
FanDuel and DraftKings contest Philadelphia gambling-harm lawsuit
The operators dispute a customer’s gambling-harm allegations in a case whose next procedural step remains uncertain.
US gambling operators increase lobbying spending ahead of midterms
The spending shows operators are funding candidates who back their interests as prediction markets and state legislation shape the sector.
Clinical trial prediction markets raise research integrity fears, report says
Prediction-market operators face scrutiny over contracts on medical outcomes, a model that could invite regulatory action beyond gambling.
Minnesota injunction blocks implementation of prediction-market ban
Minnesota cannot implement its prediction-market ban while the preliminary injunction applies.
NFL asks CFTC for stricter sports prediction market rules
The request seeks tighter limits on contracts linked to sporting events.
NBA challenges CFTC prediction-market rulemaking
The letter adds basketball’s objections to the federal prediction-market rulemaking process.
Cicero examines illegal gambling as growing parallel market in Germany
Cicero reports illegal gambling is no longer marginal but part of a growing parallel market, with police and industry citing enforcement limits.
Minnesota judge blocks enforcement of new prediction-market law
A gaming lawyer cautioned the ruling may still permit action against sports event contracts despite blocked enforcement.
NFL urges CFTC to strengthen sports prediction-market safeguards
The NFL asked the CFTC to tighten proposed sports prediction-market rules to protect sporting integrity.
Minnesota judge halts state prediction-market ban
The ruling suspends enforcement of a first-of-its-kind state ban, affecting operators offering prediction markets in Minnesota.
ProphetX completes $35m funding round
Investors should note the completed $35m round supports ProphetX's targeted B2B prediction-market expansion.
SABA calls for South African prediction market prohibition
Regulators should note SABA wants prediction markets treated as illegal until a dedicated regulatory framework exists.
Brazil’s TST considers gambling addiction in dismissal cases
The court’s eventual guidance could affect employers’ handling of dismissals involving workers with gambling disorders.
CFTC prediction market rule draws 1,443 comments as states urge withdrawal
The rule's final shape will determine whether sports-linked prediction markets can operate alongside licensed sportsbooks in US states.
State attorneys general oppose CFTC sports prediction market proposal
Forty-four state attorneys general argued federal sports prediction market regulation exceeds the CFTC's legal powers.
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Eventual launches prediction-markets media venture with Polymarket data partnership
The partnership creates a content channel using Polymarket data for audiences interested in prediction markets.
Gibraltar and El Salvador regulators sign digital-assets memorandum
The GFSC and CNAD memorandum establishes contact points and safeguards for regulatory information exchange.
MLB players union proposes ban on individual player wagers
The MLBPA proposal would prohibit individual player prop bets across sportsbooks, fantasy platforms and prediction markets.
Italian Chamber publishes proposal for national gambling addiction awareness day
The bill would create a national day against gambling addiction.
S&P Global flags Asia-Pacific casino policy shifts as credit risk
Operators and investors in Cambodia and the Philippines face wider credit-quality gaps if policy shifts continue, according to S&P Global Ratings.