Dutch Supreme Court rules pre-October 2021 gambling contracts are not void
The ruling affects players’ claims seeking repayment of losses from online gambling agreements made before 1 October 2021.
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Alberta opens commercial online gambling market on 13 July
Operators entering Alberta must meet separate registration and contracting requirements before launch.
Prediction Markets coalition alleges coordination between Maryland and casino lobby
Prediction-market operators face ongoing disputes over event contracts, including state opposition and a temporary Michigan bar.
New Jersey seeks more time for Supreme Court challenge in Kalshi case
The challenge could affect whether states can apply sports betting laws to prediction-market contracts.
Coljuegos receives 4.93 out of 5 in Colombia audit assessment
The audit assessment and proceeds figures provide operators and regulators with information on Coljuegos’ oversight and public revenue performance.
Maryland agency faces questions over AGA letter on prediction markets
The dispute concerns how a state regulator formed its position on sports event contracts offered by prediction-market companies.
Clever Advertising invests in iGaming Nuts with focus on Poland
Investors should note the investment targets iGaming Nuts' SEO portfolio and local expertise in Poland.
Kalshi asks Ohio court to block proposed $5m penalty
The case could affect whether Ohio can apply its gambling enforcement framework to Kalshi’s sports contracts.
Danish gambling market revenue falls 1% to DKK11.52bn in 2025
The annual figures show a market contraction, with online gaming the sole growing sector.
SBC News stock ticker covers Flutter, evoke and Entain June moves
The reported moves affect how investors hold and value listed gambling equities across London and Central and Eastern Europe.
Michigan judge orders Kalshi to stop sports contracts during lawsuit
The order requires Kalshi to exclude Michigan users from its sports contracts while the lawsuit proceeds.
Michigan judge temporarily bars Kalshi sports-event contracts in the state
Kalshi must halt Michigan sports-event contracts and implement effective geolocation controls while the lawsuit proceeds.
Michigan court bars Kalshi from offering or advertising sports betting
Kalshi cannot offer or advertise its sports betting platform in Michigan while the state’s licensing dispute proceeds.
Egypt prepares legislation to criminalise online betting explicitly
Proposed explicit online betting offences and stronger penalties could heighten legal exposure for operators and payment providers serving Egyptian users.
Michigan court temporarily restricts Kalshi sports event contracts for 14 days
Kalshi must restrict access to its sports event contracts in Michigan during the 14-day order.
Spillemyndigheden reports Denmark online casino GGR growth above 12%
Online casino growth contrasts with declines in other Danish gambling sectors, informing operators and policymakers about market shifts.
Kalshi sues Illinois over prediction market taxes and licensing rules
The lawsuit challenges whether Illinois can apply sportsbook taxes and licensing requirements to Kalshi’s event contracts.
Kalshi sues Illinois over 15% tax on sports event contracts
The case tests whether states can tax prediction-market event contracts that Kalshi argues fall under federal authority.
DraftKings launches DKeX prediction markets exchange in the USA
The exchange gives DraftKings greater control over the technology and event contracts behind its prediction markets offering.
Award
OLG selects Intralot Canada to modernise Ontario lottery systems
The award gives Intralot Canada responsibility for upgrading OLG’s core lottery technology in Ontario.
Ukraine survey finds 75% view gambling as a significant challenge
The contrast between public concern and reported participation may inform stronger prevention measures and strict industry regulation.
Appointment
Novig appoints Elie Mishory as regulatory and legal affairs chief
Mishory will oversee regulatory and legal affairs as Novig expands its US sports prediction-market platform.
Kalshi explores a new funding round at a potential $40bn valuation
A possible higher valuation could affect Kalshi’s financing and ownership as its event contracts face legal challenges in states.
Curaçao rules require operators to use certified dispute-resolution providers
Operators in the named jurisdictions must meet dispute-resolution conditions to hold gambling licences.
Four New Mexico tribes sue Kalshi over sports event contracts
The litigation and compact proposal could affect the availability and oversight of online sports betting in New Mexico.