Analyst forecasts no new US online gambling states in 2026
Operators and investors may use the forecast to assess potential US market expansion and tax changes in 2026.
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Licence
Liberia Lottery Authority says prediction markets are licensed under gaming framework
The framework sets licensing conditions for operators and suppliers seeking to offer prediction-market services under Liberia’s gaming system.
Illinois Gaming Board sends cease-and-desist letters to 65 online operators
The notices put operators serving Illinois residents on notice of potential civil or criminal action.
Sporttrade files with CFTC for contract market designation
The application could determine whether Sporttrade can offer prediction-market products under federal designation.
Mountaineer Casino Resort completes iVIZION upgrade across 337 games
The installation documents a 337-game equipment upgrade at a West Virginia casino.
Scotts Valley Band files final brief in Vallejo casino litigation
The filing seeks to advance the tribe’s casino plans while federal review of the land decision continues.
Calabria administrative court upholds rejection of betting licence application without documents
The ruling confirms that a betting licence application may be treated as procedurally inadmissible when it lacks all required supporting documents.
Kaizen Gaming launches Betano sports betting and casino in Ghana
The launch adds Ghana to Betano’s regulated-market footprint.
Turkey prosecutors secure freeze of $544m in assets linked to alleged betting network
The action shows Turkish prosecutors are targeting assets they link to unlicensed gambling and alleged money laundering.
Calabria regional court upholds rejection of betting licence application
The ruling confirms that betting operators must submit essential documentation when seeking a change of licence holder.
Tender
Turin excludes betting shops from 31 disused kiosk redevelopment tender
The tender rules prevent operators from using the kiosks as betting-shop premises.
Scotts Valley Band seeks dismissal of three lawsuits over Vallejo casino
The lawsuits and federal review could affect the tribe’s proposed casino and related development in Vallejo.
University of Sheffield study links World Cup adverts to 22-33% more bets
The findings may inform UK decisions on television gambling advertising during live football.
Lotteritilsynet leaves NOK 21m Trannel fine unpaid status unresolved
The unresolved payment status leaves operators uncertain about the financial consequences of Norway’s enforcement action.
Hawaii working group reviews gambling options as sports betting bills propose 15% tax
The group’s report and pending bills could shape whether gambling operators can enter Hawaii’s market.
Kansspelautoriteit addresses One Casino and bet365 over under-21 betting
Operators must maintain controls to prevent prohibited under-21 sports markets from being offered.
DraftKings adds player-specific NFL and NBA contracts through Crypto.com deal
The agreement adds player-specific sports contracts to DraftKings Predictions and may extend its event categories.
NOVOMATIC supplies casino management system to Iceland University Lottery
The agreement gives the lottery a system covering its 19 sites and enables online payment of terminal winnings.
Spillemyndigheden launches youth gambling-awareness initiative for Danish ski trips
The initiative gives operators and regulators an example of the authority’s efforts to discourage gambling among young people.
Appointment
Gambling Commission begins search for CEO as Andrew Rhodes plans to leave
Operators and suppliers should note Sarah Gardner’s acting role as the Commission recruits an interim successor.
ACMA classifies Polymarket as gambling under Australian law
The classification means Polymarket needs a gambling licence to continue serving customers in Australia.
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.
Supreme Court orders PAGCOR to restore 5% sports commission remittance
PAGCOR’s required remittances affect its payments to the sports commission and the treatment of past obligations.
Massachusetts court orders Kalshi geofencing within 30 days
Kalshi must restrict Massachusetts users’ sports contracts while its appeal proceeds.
Appointment
Gambling Commission CEO Andrew Rhodes to leave on 30 April
The transition will affect leadership of the UK gambling regulator during its search for an interim chief executive.