Vasquez proposes Farm Bill amendment targeting sports event contracts
The proposal could affect how prediction-market operators offer sports-linked contracts under federal rules.
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Lula proposes banning online casinos in Brazil
A ban proposal could change the legal framework for online casino operators in Brazil.
Kalshi launches Brazil prediction markets through XP International partnership
The launch introduces a prediction-market offering in Brazil, where the source says no formal regulatory framework exists for the sector.
NLGRB discusses harmonised gaming rules with African regulators
Exploration of common standards and reporting could shape future oversight for operators across African jurisdictions.
Source: NLGRB (Uganda)
Better Markets criticises CFTC oversight of prediction markets
The group’s criticism adds to debate over whether prediction markets fall under federal or state gambling oversight.
Gabe Vasquez seeks Farm Bill ban on sports event contracts
The proposal could affect prediction-market operators offering sports contracts in states that prohibit sports betting.
BlackRock says Underdog stake detracted from fund's 2025 performance
The disclosure links regulatory scrutiny of Underdog's prediction-market strategy to the valuation of an investor's stake.
Illinois lawmakers propose prediction-market licensing and 50% tax
The proposal would require operators to obtain a state licence and pay a 50% tax on qualifying Illinois revenue.
Merkley and Klobuchar introduce bill to restrict officials' prediction-market trading
If enacted, the proposal would impose trading restrictions and disclosure duties on covered officials and their families.
DraftKings plans combined sportsbook and prediction markets app
The planned app could extend DraftKings’ prediction markets access across jurisdictions and connect it with other products.
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Visualize Group acquires BMM Testlabs after regulatory approvals
The acquisition changes ownership of a gaming testing supplier and may affect its investment and service plans.
Esportes Gaming Brasil director urges regulatory predictability for Brazil betting sector
Regulatory uncertainty may affect investment decisions by betting operators and suppliers in Brazil.
IBJR argues Brazilian prediction markets should follow betting rules
If treated as betting, prediction platforms could face Brazil’s licensing, tax, responsible-gambling and data-protection requirements.
Betr partners with Polymarket to launch prediction markets in its app
The partnership plans to bring sports, politics, finance and culture event contracts into Betr’s app.
Sportradar reports 17% annual revenue growth and targets prediction markets
Investors and customers can weigh Sportradar’s growth and prediction-market focus alongside its IMG Arena acquisition.
US senators propose barring senior officials from prediction-market trades
Prediction-market operators may face new restrictions if the proposed federal trading ban becomes law.
Flutter CEO says prediction markets have not reduced sports betting in regulated states
Jackson’s comments address potential competition between prediction-market products and regulated sports betting.
bet365 becomes UFC’s official sports betting partner in Canada and US
The agreement adds bet365 betting integrations to UFC coverage in eligible markets across Canada and the US.
CFTC chair signals prediction markets guidance may arrive soon
Operators and regulators await guidance that could define federal oversight of prediction markets amid state-level disagreement.
US states consider sports betting and igaming legislation
Legislative developments could affect market access for sports betting and igaming operators in the named states.
CFTC signals prediction markets guidance and rulemaking
Operators and regulators may gain clarity on prediction-market rules as the CFTC develops guidance and asserts authority over event contracts.
Prediction markets face potential product-liability claims over platform design
Operators may face consumer-protection and product-liability exposure over design, safeguards and risks to younger users.
DraftKings adds Mindway AI’s Gamalyze tool to responsible gaming centre
The integration adds a player self-assessment tool to DraftKings’ responsible gaming resources across its North American markets.
Betr partners with Polymarket to add event contracts to its app
The deal adds prediction-market contracts to Betr’s mobile offering alongside its existing products.
Caesars opens Summerlin sportsbook as president discusses prediction markets
The comments set out Caesars’ view of emerging competition and its position on participating while related cases remain unresolved.