Pennsylvania lawmakers propose prediction-market rules that retain sports contracts
Prediction-market providers may face new state rules, restrictions and penalties if Pennsylvania passes the bill.
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HMRC applies 20% VAT to paid UK prize-draw entries
The tax treatment could change prize-draw operators’ costs and expose them to potential claims for earlier periods.
AGCOM reviews consultation results on responsible gambling communication guidelines
AGCOM placed consultation results on supplementary responsible gambling communication guidelines on its 22 July agenda.
Netflix premieres prediction markets documentary after $5.6bn World Cup final trading
Prediction markets are drawing large trading volumes on major sports events, a development relevant to operators and regulators weighing their overlap with betting.
Pennsylvania representatives back bill to ban prediction market insider trading
The bill would add civil penalties for insider trading on prediction markets, a market segment drawing regulatory scrutiny in US states.
Nevada lawmakers plan federal bill restricting sports-event contracts
Operators face potential federal restrictions on sports event contracts under the planned bipartisan bill.
Florida non-tribal casinos record 3.4% decline in June slot revenue
Operators should note Florida non-tribal slot revenue fell 3.4% to $53.8m, with six of eight casinos declining.
Sapar says land-based gambling overhaul risks penalising Italian supply chain
Operators and suppliers in Italy's land-based chain face rule changes shaped without the smaller firms that Sapar says sustain the sector.
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Netflix hires Ian Hunter to develop betting-advertising business
The hire creates a dedicated Netflix contact for betting and gaming advertisers seeking access to its advertising inventory.
Illinois and Kentucky set DFS 2.0 regulation blueprint
Illinois and Kentucky's new daily fantasy sports rules could guide other states' DFS regulation.
Nevada lawmakers introduce federal bill to ban sports event contracts
The bill would remove sports event contracts from federal exchange jurisdiction, shielding licensed sportsbooks and state gaming tax revenue from unlicensed competition.
Italian senator asks ministers to refer crash-game apps to regulators
The parliamentary question could prompt scrutiny of mobile apps that may involve gambling and consumer-protection issues.
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Netflix hires Ian Hunter as first betting advertising executive
The hire gives betting brands a named contact at a major streaming platform weighing real-money gaming ad inventory.
Mendoza enacts law authorising gambling regulator reorganisation
The law lets the regulator alter structure, functions and staffing, including voluntary departures and transfers.
DGOJ discusses gambling law reform with three trade associations
Continued contacts let trade associations contribute to preparing gambling law reform.
IBIA reports 76 suspicious betting alerts in Q2 2026
The figures provide operators and regulators with integrity alerts by sport and an account of regulated-market channelling in Ontario.
JP Morgan reaffirms Light & Wonder outlook
The bank's positive outlook cites industry conditions, AI-based products and maintained fiscal 2026 guidance.
Nevada lawmakers introduce bill to bar sports contracts on US trading platforms
If enacted, the bill would change which sports and casino-style contracts federally registered platforms may offer.
Dutch bill would allow small gambling events in hospitality venues
The proposal could allow bingo in cafés while bringing gambling and alcohol-policy harm-prevention concerns together.
Entain launches Sports Interaction and Party Casino in regulated Alberta
The launches expand Entain's presence in Alberta's regulated online market.
US House subcommittee holds hearing on sports event contract integrity
Congressional scrutiny of sports event contracts could reshape how operators, suppliers and investors treat prediction markets alongside licensed sportsbooks.
Nevada congressmen file Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act
The bill would add a federal barrier to sports contracts on prediction markets, affecting operators and suppliers weighing that product line.
Hard Rock Bet enters Ontario
Suppliers should note Hard Rock Bet's Ontario launch is its platform's first expansion beyond the US.
South Korea weighs casino reform as industry pushes back at parliamentary forum
Proposed changes to South Korea's casino rules could alter compliance and market conditions for operators and suppliers active in the country.
Pennsylvania lawmakers introduce prediction-market framework bill
Operators should note Pennsylvania's HB 2711 would establish rules for prediction-market platform operations, participation and permitted markets.