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Kenya’s Gambling Control Act mandates a savings component in bets

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Kenya’s Gambling Control Act 2025 directs the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Kenya to develop policies requiring a savings component in bets for health insurance or retirement benefits. The Authority will determine the minimum amount in consultation with the Cabinet Secretary. The report says the measure would add deductions to existing betting taxes, but does not give a contribution rate.

Operators may need to account for a future mandatory savings component once the Authority sets its policies and minimum amount.

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Washington gambler sues Kalshi over alleged $308,781.62 losses

Scott Bright filed a lawsuit against Kalshi in King County Superior Court, alleging the platform violated Washington's online gambling ban. His complaint says he lost $308,781.62 between 17 June and 14 August 2026; Kalshi has sought dismissal and argues its event contracts are regulated under federal law and that counterparties, not the company, received his losses.

Scott Bright has sued Kalshi in Washington, alleging that its prediction market violated the state's online gambling ban. Kalshi has sought to dismiss the case.

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