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FanDuel and DraftKings contest Philadelphia gambling-harm lawsuit
The operators dispute a customer’s gambling-harm allegations in a case whose next procedural step remains uncertain.
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Laws, tax changes, consultations and gambling policy.
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US gambling operators increase lobbying spending ahead of midterms
The spending shows operators are funding candidates who back their interests as prediction markets and state legislation shape the sector.
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Clinical trial prediction markets raise research integrity fears, report says
Prediction-market operators face scrutiny over contracts on medical outcomes, a model that could invite regulatory action beyond gambling.
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Minnesota injunction blocks implementation of prediction-market ban
Minnesota cannot implement its prediction-market ban while the preliminary injunction applies.
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NFL asks CFTC for stricter sports prediction market rules
The request seeks tighter limits on contracts linked to sporting events.
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NBA challenges CFTC prediction-market rulemaking
The letter adds basketball’s objections to the federal prediction-market rulemaking process.
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Brazil plans betting complaint and health support rules
Brazil's planned rules target operator ombudsman services and health assistance channels for legal sports betting.
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Cicero examines illegal gambling as growing parallel market in Germany
Cicero reports illegal gambling is no longer marginal but part of a growing parallel market, with police and industry citing enforcement limits.
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Estonia rules out additional gambling advertising restrictions
Estonia plans no tighter gambling-specific advertising rules as TTJA's breach rate fell to 45% from 98.7%.
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Minnesota judge blocks enforcement of new prediction-market law
A gaming lawyer cautioned the ruling may still permit action against sports event contracts despite blocked enforcement.
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MGA review identifies governance weaknesses among licensed companies
The MGA's governance review found weaknesses among Malta-licensed companies, examining control functions at operators and suppliers.
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Giorgetti says he requested review of betting advertising ban implementation
Giorgetti requested a review to ensure full implementation of the sports-betting advertising ban.
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SOFTSWISS reviews first-half regulatory shifts ahead of 2027 trends report
Operators planning market entry or compliance budgets gain a mid-year view of licensing, tax and enforcement changes before the 2027 report.
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São Paulo football bodies raise concerns over betting advertising restrictions
Operators and suppliers face pressure on betting advertising in Brazil's largest football market as local clubs and the state federation push back.
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Angola regulator launches collaborative supervision programme
Angola's ISJ launched a programme aiming to strengthen gambling supervision through closer institutional cooperation.
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Corte dei Conti clears Calabria accounts and flags gambling fund reporting delays
Operators and suppliers in Italy face tighter scrutiny of public health spending tied to gambling, as regional reporting gaps delay ministerial funds.
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NFL urges CFTC to strengthen sports prediction-market safeguards
The NFL asked the CFTC to tighten proposed sports prediction-market rules to protect sporting integrity.
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BHA disputes UKGC account of financial risk assessment engagement
BHA questioned the UKGC's account of engagement on financial risk assessments, which the UKGC disputes.
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Minnesota judge halts state prediction-market ban
The ruling suspends enforcement of a first-of-its-kind state ban, affecting operators offering prediction markets in Minnesota.
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Agcom approves supplementary responsible gambling communication guidance
The supplementary guidance adds restrictions on testimonials and brands for Italian gambling operators' responsible gambling campaigns.
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Italian audit court identifies Calabria gambling treatment funding delays
Regulators should note the audit court found delays and administrative weaknesses leaving gambling-disorder funding unspent in Calabria.
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Finland, Ireland and UK advance gambling regulation in H1 2026
Operators face new licensing, tax and compliance requirements across key European markets, with Finland's market opening and UK duty costs rising.
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Giorgetti requests review of betting advertising ban enforcement
Regulators should note the finance minister asked enforcement bodies to examine implementation of Italy's betting advertising prohibition.
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Turkish interior minister calls illegal betting a corrupting force
The remarks signal Turkish official concern over crypto-linked illegal betting, a focus for regulators and operators monitoring unlicensed market growth.
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Giorgetti seeks review of betting advertising prohibition
Regulators should note the finance minister asked authorities to examine full application of the betting advertising ban.