DraftKings expands prediction markets to NFL and NBA player outcomes
Operators and suppliers can track DraftKings’ expansion of player-based event contracts and planned new market categories.
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Massachusetts court orders Kalshi geofencing within 30 days
Kalshi must restrict Massachusetts users’ sports contracts while its appeal proceeds.
DraftKings adds Crypto.com sports event contracts to US prediction markets
The partnership expands DraftKings Predictions’ sports contracts and adds a route to further event-contract categories.
Massachusetts judge denies Kalshi emergency stay on sports contracts
Kalshi must geofence Massachusetts residents from its sports event contracts unless an appellate court grants a stay.
Nevada court bars Polymarket sports contracts as states challenge prediction markets
The dispute tests whether prediction-market operators can offer sports contracts without state gambling licences.
Giannis Antetokounmpo invests in Kalshi
The investment brings an active NBA player into a prediction-market company while restricting his access to NBA contracts.
NFL signals continued scrutiny of prediction markets ahead of Super Bowl LX
The NFL’s integrity concerns and measured approach may influence how prediction-market platforms engage with sports leagues.
Brazilian senator proposes 15% levy on betting deposits
Operators and clubs may need to reassess sponsorship terms if the proposed deposit levy advances.
Illinois lawmakers propose restrictions on prediction-market contracts
Prediction-market providers could face restrictions on event contracts and substantial daily penalties if the proposal becomes law.
Kalshi seeks CFTC approval for margin trading on event contracts
Regulatory approval could let Kalshi offer institutional investors margin trading on event contracts.
Hawaii committee advances bill to classify event contracts as gambling
If enacted, the measure would explicitly bring a broad range of event contracts under Hawaii’s gambling law.
Brazil senator proposes 15% Cide on betting deposits in bill report
The proposed deposit levy could raise operator costs and trigger contract termination clauses for some football-club sponsorships.
Award
Spain's Social Rights Subsecretariat awards Entelgy portal support contract
The award identifies the supplier and budget for technical support to Spain's Safe Gambling portals.
DraftKings partners with Crypto.com on NFL and NBA event contracts
The partnership expands DraftKings Predictions’ sports event-contract offering in states where the product is available.
Analysts estimate January snowstorms cut casino visits and revenue
The contrasting estimates give casino operators and investors figures for assessing weather-related trading effects.
Offenburg court orders bet365 to repay player’s gambling losses
The ruling may affect operators’ exposure to claims over online gambling offered in Germany without a required licence.
CFTC withdraws event-contract proposal and sports advisory
The withdrawals remove the proposed federal restrictions and staff guidance that had addressed sports-linked event contracts.
Delaware iGaming report puts FY2025 net proceeds at $85.5m
Delaware’s reported proceeds and exclusive service contract inform assessments of its regulated online gaming market.
Nevada Gaming Control Board seeks injunction against Coinbase prediction markets
The case challenges whether Coinbase can offer event contracts to Nevada residents without state gaming licences.
Nevada Gaming Control Board sues Coinbase over sports event contracts
The case could affect whether Coinbase can offer sports event contracts to Nevada residents without state gaming approval.
Appointment
Crypto.com launches OG prediction-market platform pending CFTC certification
CFTC certification is a condition for OG’s planned margin trading in prediction contracts.
Nevada Gaming Control Board seeks to block Coinbase sports contracts
The requested court orders could prevent Coinbase from offering sports event contracts to Nevada residents.
Crypto.com launches OG prediction platform in the United States
Operators and suppliers may face a new US platform offering sports event contracts and margin trading.
Licence
Ireland grants GRAI powers to process betting licence applications
Operators face a new licensing route and the stated dates for remote and in-person licences in Ireland.
Codere Italia warns retail gambling reform could create oligopoly
The proposed tender costs and market structure could affect operators’ access to retail gambling locations across Italy.