ADI Predictstreet launches sports prediction markets in UK and Ireland through Matchbook
The arrangement adds another prediction-markets brand to Matchbook’s exchange under Triplebet’s existing UK regulatory framework.
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Reports
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.
Portugal launches campaign against illegal gambling and plans legislation
The planned legal changes and stronger agency cooperation could increase enforcement pressure on unlicensed operators.
Netherlands proposes gambling advertising ban and cross-platform deposit limits
Operators may face new advertising, inducement and player-affordability requirements if the proposed legislation is adopted.
Syria’s communications ministry blocks gambling and betting websites
The temporary blocks and ad-removal requests affect access to gambling websites and their promotion in Syria.
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.
MPTCU asks Brazil’s audit court to require disclosure of betting-company owners
The requested ruling could affect the disclosure of ownership information in betting-operator authorisation records.
Lotep meets TikTok to discuss digital advertising and Paraíba lottery rules
The discussion addresses how digital-platform advertising and content policies interact with oversight of authorised lottery operators.
Sorocaba council debates gambling-ad restrictions and addiction-prevention proposals
The proposals could change how betting companies advertise in municipal spaces and how local services address gambling harm.
Appointment
DraftKings appoints Andrew Winchell as government affairs lead
The appointment gives DraftKings a named government affairs lead with experience in comparable roles.
MPTCU asks TCU to disclose betting-company owners in licence processes
The request concerns the disclosure of ownership details in Brazil’s betting-licensing oversight.
Austria’s coalition negotiators consider a cooling-off period for online gambling licences
The proposal could affect which existing operators qualify for licences if Austria opens its online gambling market.
KSA warns Smart Gaming over Betnation CRUKS check failures
Licensed operators are responsible for functioning CRUKS checks, and failures can allow self-excluded players to gamble.
Brazil betting companies dispute campaign figures on gambling harms
Disputed estimates and proposed legislation could shape debate over Brazil's regulated betting sector.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends Noel Hayden for licensing
The recommendation is a step towards Nevada approval for a shareholder whose Bally’s stake exceeds 10%.
Florida, Massachusetts and Nevada regulators discuss illegal online gambling enforcement
Operators face enforcement and consumer-awareness initiatives aimed at illegal gambling sites and their promotion.
Spelinspektionen estimates Swedish gambling channelling at 84% in 2025
The figures show online casino had a lower estimated channelling rate than sports betting in Sweden.
Prediction market operators sue Kentucky over 14.25% transaction-fee tax
The lawsuit challenges Kentucky’s tax treatment of prediction markets and could affect how the state applies it to operators.
DraftKings gains 16.33% as gaming stocks rally
The reported gains and trading-volume data provide investors with a market update on DraftKings and the prediction-market segment.
Brazil federal court suspends Spribe’s Aviator trademark rights pending judgment
The interim order affects Spribe’s ability to enforce its Brazilian trademark against operators while the invalidation case continues.
Hoosier Lottery halts Space Invaders scratch-off sales after ticket error
The error has led the lottery to stop sales and review claims from affected ticket holders.
Jakarta police close three online casinos and arrest suspected operator
The raid and arrests show enforcement action against illegal online gambling and related money laundering in Indonesia.
AffPapa adds DafaBet to affiliate directory in partnership
The directory listing connects DafaBet with AffPapa’s registered affiliates for potential commercial collaborations.
Belarus police arrest five people in alleged online casino and migration scheme
The case concerns alleged online casino promotion and migration activity, with authorities still seeking further suspects.
Betsson adds more than 100 Capecod titles and Cupid Platform in Italy
The partnership immediately expands Betsson.it’s games and adds the Cupid Platform, with more titles expected.