Italian family associations propose gambling prevention measures to parliament
The proposals could shape parliamentary debate on prevention, treatment funding and the assessment of gambling policy impacts.
All news
Reports
Tucumán lawmakers propose dedicated gambling treatment funding
The draft earmarks gaming transfers for mental health and addiction programmes, plus a support line.
Results
BetMGM reports second-quarter revenue of $711m
The update gives investors a second-quarter revenue figure and first-half financial updates.
Italy's land-based gambling overhaul remains open as fiscal deadline nears
Operators face continued regulatory fragmentation across Italian retail venues while the deadline for the fiscal delegation approaches.
Hard Rock Bet launches Ontario casino and sportsbook
The launch adds a 49th licensed operator to Ontario's regulated online market, where Hard Rock must compete with 48 existing operators.
Appointment
Netflix appoints Ian Hunter to manage betting and gaming advertiser relations
A dedicated Netflix executive gives betting and gaming operators a contact for advertising relationships.
Ontario sports betting handle passes $1bn in June on World Cup
A $1bn monthly handle signals stronger liquidity and betting volumes for Ontario operators during major tournaments.
AGCO requires advance notice of Ontario racetrack ownership changes
Racetrack owners must notify the AGCO before a proposed ownership change is completed.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO requires Ontario races to stop at AQHI 7 or higher
The thresholds require racetracks to cancel or postpone events under specified air-quality and temperature conditions.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Sixth Circuit hears Kalshi arguments involving Ohio and Tennessee
The Sixth Circuit's silence leaves Kalshi's Ohio and Tennessee access legally unsettled.
Ontario online gambling handle rises 30.3% to $9.46bn in June
Operators and investors gain a benchmark on Ontario's market growth before new entrants join the regulated field.
Kalshi sends Netflix cease-and-desist over prediction markets documentary trailer
The dispute tests how prediction-market platforms respond to media scrutiny while Kalshi operates under a Nevada court injunction.
WNBA removes X video of Reese and Bueckers in $400 wager
The episode tests how the WNBA enforces its wagering rules against players while sportsbooks increasingly market WNBA betting to female customers.
Slotegrator commentary puts World Cup prediction-market trading at $50bn
Slotegrator's Shtun cited $50bn World Cup trading and Gibraltar's new framework in assessing prediction markets.
ADM schedules operator discussion on betting exchange decree
Operators can send two representatives to discuss the draft betting exchange decree with ADM on 6 August.
NFL urges CFTC to adopt further sports integrity safeguards
The outcome will shape which sports event contracts prediction markets may offer and at what minimum age, affecting operators and suppliers in that segment.
Brazilian government backs bill to prohibit online casino games
Operators face losing online casino games from Brazil's permitted offering if the backed bill passes.
Minnesota governor bars state employees from prediction-market trading
The order bars state employees from using confidential work information in prediction markets, with violations potentially leading to dismissal.
Brazil opens consultation to revise betting authorisation rules
Operators already authorised face new requirements and adaptation deadlines, while advertising rules extend responsibility to influencers and commentators.
GRAI highlights research linking childhood gambling with adult harm
Childhood gambling and heavy parental gambling were associated with greater adult problem-gambling risk, informing prevention priorities.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
New Mexico Gaming Control Board plans licensing procedure changes in August
Affected licensees and businesses will need to prepare for revised licensing procedures.
Rush Street Interactive says Alberta launch tracks at twice Ontario levels
The comparison offers operators an early indication of BetRivers’ user activity in Alberta against its Ontario launch.
AGCO outlines Ontario break-open ticket approval standards in French guidance
The guidance informs suppliers and sellers about the approval conditions for break-open tickets in Ontario.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO explains Ontario break-open ticket rules and approval requirements
Suppliers and sellers need to meet the Registrar’s standards before break-open tickets can be sold in Ontario.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Minnesota injunction blocks implementation of prediction-market ban
Minnesota cannot implement its prediction-market ban while the preliminary injunction applies.