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Iowa lawmakers consider giving IRGC powers against illegal gambling

Regulation

Iowa lawmakers are expected to consider a proposal in the legislative session starting 12 January that would give the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission more power to act against gambling it deems illegal, reportedly. IRGC administrator Tina Eick said the proposal targets impersonation websites and offshore platforms; the commission currently oversees only Iowa-licensed companies.

The proposal could give Iowa’s commission more power over illegal gambling, impersonation websites, and offshore platforms.

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New York files illegal gambling lawsuit against Polymarket

New York has sued Polymarket over alleged illegal gambling. Polymarket has filed a lawsuit in response, following New York’s earlier legal action against Kalshi.

New York filed an illegal gambling lawsuit against Polymarket, the state's complaint alleging that the company runs a gambling business without a New York gaming license. Polymarket's response was to shift the matter into federal court, and the company brought a separate action of its own against New York gaming officials.

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