US gaming groups urge Congress to ban sports prediction contracts
A proposed federal ban could affect prediction-market offerings and the division of oversight between federal, state and tribal authorities.
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KSA invalidates both bids for Dutch gambling-blocking software contract
The invalidated bids leave the Netherlands without an awarded provider under this tender, while a possible rerun remains undecided.
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Colorado Lottery names Pollard Banknote preferred bidder for digital lottery contract
The contract is not final until the protest period and background investigation are complete and the parties execute it.
Novig says CFTC approves its designation as a contract market
Federal registration enables Novig to offer event contracts, but its planned sports-market states remain unspecified.
US gaming coalition urges Senate to bar sports event contracts
The request could shape whether prediction-market platforms may offer sports event contracts under federal rules.
Brazil restricts prediction-market platforms as World Cup trading may reach US$10bn
Platforms must distinguish permitted financial activity from barred sports and political contracts under Brazil’s prediction-market restrictions.
Licence
CFTC grants Novig designated contract market status for US sports exchange
The designation gives Novig a federal route to operate its sports prediction exchange across the USA.
CFTC approves Ludlow Exchange as a designated contract market
The designation enables Novig to offer event contracts under federal oversight across its stated US market.
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Colorado Lottery selects Pollard Banknote for digital lottery platform
The proposed award would give Pollard Banknote responsibility for the lottery’s digital platform, website, app and related services.
CFTC sues New Mexico over state action against Kalshi
The lawsuits leave unresolved whether federal or state authorities regulate Kalshi’s event contracts in New Mexico.
New Jersey senators propose permits and taxes for prediction markets
The bill could subject prediction-market operators to state permits, taxes and penalties in New Jersey.
Acquisition
Moody’s views Bally’s proposed Evoke acquisition as credit positive
The proposed acquisition and financing could ease Bally’s Intralot refinancing pressure and improve liquidity after completion.
Blask finds UK and Turkey have lowest iGaming demand concentration across 133 markets
Blask’s figures show top brands hold less than half of demand in the UK and Turkey, indicating less concentrated markets.
CFTC approves ProphetX as US contract market and clearing organisation
CFTC registrations enable ProphetX to operate event-contract trading, clearing and settlement under federal oversight.
Indian Gaming Association leaders criticise CFTC prediction market rules proposal
The proposal could reshape the regulatory framework for sports event contracts and affect tribal and state gaming interests.
Brazil betting companies dispute campaign figures on gambling harms
Disputed estimates and proposed legislation could shape debate over Brazil's regulated betting sector.
CFTC asks New Mexico court to block state gambling laws for Kalshi contracts
The case tests whether federal commodities oversight or New Mexico gambling rules govern Kalshi’s event contracts.
CFTC sues New Mexico to block state gambling laws for prediction markets
The case could affect whether state gambling laws apply to federally regulated prediction markets.
CFTC challenges New Mexico’s authority over Kalshi prediction markets
The case could determine whether state gaming laws can be applied to prediction markets overseen by the CFTC.
Gary Gensler backs Ohio in dispute over federal sports betting oversight
The court’s treatment of sports contracts could affect whether states or federal regulators oversee prediction-market betting.
NGCB asks Nevada court to hold Kalshi in contempt
The court’s decision could affect Kalshi’s ability to offer event contracts in Nevada.
Nevada Gaming Control Board seeks contempt finding against Kalshi
The requested ruling could affect Kalshi’s ability to offer event contracts in Nevada and the penalties it faces.
Acquisition
Bally’s Intralot agrees to acquire Evoke pending regulatory approval
The proposed acquisition would combine two gambling groups, but completion depends on regulatory approval.
Dutch government proposes online gambling advertising and bonus ban
Licensed operators could face restrictions on advertising, inducements and deposits if the proposed legislation takes effect.
Fortuna discusses World Cup marketing in Czechia and Croatia
Fortuna's marketing approach in two Central European markets shows how a regional operator frames World Cup campaigns for customers.