FanDuel and DraftKings launch US prediction-market platforms
The launches and lawsuits could affect where operators can offer sports event contracts and which regulators oversee them.
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MGM Resorts raises MGM China brand licence fee to 3.5%
MGM China’s brand-licensing fee rises under the revised agreement, changing the cost of rights through its concession term.
FanDuel launches Predicts with CME Group in five US states
Sports contracts are to be withdrawn where online sports betting becomes legal, except on tribal lands.
FanDuel and CME launch prediction platform in five US states
The launch expands the partners’ prediction-market reach while limiting sports contracts to specified state markets.
LiveScore Group ends Bulgarian operations by year-end 2025
The exit removes LiveScore Bet from Bulgaria and puts staff and customers through a transition process.
FanDuel and DraftKings pursue prediction markets amid regulatory uncertainty
Unresolved jurisdictional disputes could affect the companies’ expansion plans and competitors’ position in prediction markets.
Barron’s recommends Flutter shares among 10 stocks to own in 2026
The recommendation and prediction-market outlook may inform investor assessments of Flutter’s shares.
DraftKings launches prediction app in 38 US states as FanDuel launch nears
The launches expose operators to unresolved legal questions affecting sports contracts and state sports-betting licences.
BetMGM names Super Bowl LIX its most-bet event of 2025
BetMGM’s rankings show which sporting events drove the operator’s betting activity and customer payouts in 2025.
DraftKings launches Predictions trading app in 38 US states
The launch expands DraftKings’ US offering into federally overseen event contracts across 38 states.
DraftKings launches CFTC-regulated Predictions app in 38 US states
The app gives DraftKings a presence in event-contract markets across states where its sportsbook is not available.
DraftKings launches prediction markets across 38 US states
The launch gives DraftKings access to event-contract markets across 38 states, including sports contracts in some states.
DraftKings launches Predictions event-contract platform in 38 US states
The platform adds event-contract access in states where traditional sports betting may be prohibited or limited.
SOFTSWISS reports 45% content portfolio growth across 24 jurisdictions
The reported expansion and Brazil certification indicate the markets and content available through SOFTSWISS products.
ITV plans Gibraltar-based online slots and bingo platform
The planned launch would bring ITV into online gambling through a Gibraltar-based venture and a named platform partner.
Hard Rock Bet launches online casino and sportsbook in Michigan
The Michigan launch expands Hard Rock Bet’s online casino and sportsbook presence across US states.
Gaming firms explore regulated uses for crypto payments across markets
Regulatory approaches to crypto payments could affect how gambling operators handle digital assets in licensed markets.
ITV plans UK online slots and bingo launch with Richmond Atlantic
The launch creates a new UK gambling operation involving ITV, a licensed partner and named platform and bingo suppliers.
Robinhood unveils Combos and player-specific sports markets
The new market formats expand the sports event contracts Robinhood offers.
Playtech analysts raise price target to £6.90 on investment value
Playtech investors face valuation scenarios tied to its investment portfolio and the potential financial effects of litigation.
ITV plans real-money slots and bingo through ITV Win in the UK
The reported ITV Win launch would bring slots and bingo online, with licensing, compliance, technology and bingo providers identified.
FanDuel and Main Street Sports Group launch live bet tracking in selected US markets
The integration connects live sports broadcasts with sportsbook wagers in the markets where both services operate.
S&P places Genting outlook at negative amid investment plans
The negative outlook and projected investment and debt levels may affect Genting’s financing and investment decisions.
BETZ gains nearly 3% as gaming shares post mixed weekly moves
Gaming shares rose while the S&P 500 fell, despite no new company news explaining the reported Codere Online and Accel gains.
Coinbase plans US prediction-market entry for 17 December 2025
Coinbase’s reported entry could add a major platform to the US prediction-markets sector, with sports contracts still uncertain.