Utah judge allows gambling-law enforcement against Kalshi
The ruling permits Utah gambling-law enforcement while Kalshi prepares an appeal of its rejected preemption argument.
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ADM publishes final communication protocols for betting, online gambling and bingo
Operators must align reporting and communication systems with ADM's final protocols before the September start date.
University of Mississippi seeks $2m annually for gambling research and treatment
The university requested $2m in annual state funding for its gambling centre and a planned treatment clinic.
Italy gaming tax receipts fall 6.3% in first half
Italy's gaming tax receipts totalled €3.636bn from January to June 2026, declining 6.3% year on year.
Marche opposition proposes greater gambling-premises separation distances
The bill would amend 2023 legislation by increasing distances between gambling activities and sensitive locations.
Mastrovincenzo proposes restoring gambling venue distance restrictions
He criticised the 2023 reform for reducing minimum distances and argued it harmed vulnerable groups.
Utah judge denies Kalshi request to halt enforcement
The judge found federal commodities rules did not override state restrictions on sports prediction contracts.
ADM publishes final PACG 3.3 gambling account protocol
The final protocol dated 2 September 2026 makes no changes to the draft issued on 1 July.
ASIC warns Australians about unlicensed prediction markets
ASIC guidance states no prediction-market operator holds an Australian licence, warning users about binary losses and recovering money.
California tribes weigh sports betting referendum as Kalshi suffers New York court setbacks
Kalshi's court setbacks and a possible California referendum shape US prediction-market and sports-betting access.
Utah court rejects Kalshi federal pre-emption claim
A federal judge entered final judgment favouring Utah's authority to enforce its gambling laws against Kalshi.
ADM updates gaming-account registry communication protocol
ADM published a revised PACG protocol for the gaming-account registry concerning remote operators and concessionaires managing player accounts.
Nevada rules require casinos to report cyberattacks within 24 hours
Nevada adopted cybersecurity rules requiring casinos to notify regulators within 24 hours of attacks.
Cyprus regulated betting wagers exceed €1.3bn in annual figures
Licensed Cyprus bookmaker wagers exceeded €1.3bn in 2025, with growth continuing in 2026 led by online betting.
Federal judge rejects Kalshi bid to block Utah gambling enforcement
Kalshi and operators face Utah gambling-law enforcement for the company’s sports event contracts.
Brazil's STF is reported to schedule review of gambling prohibition case
A ruling could change the legal basis for land-based casinos in Brazil, affecting operators and investors weighing market entry.
Brazil’s finance ministry announces proposed online betting requirements
Brazil's finance ministry announced rules addressing platform design and game recertification within 180 days.
Brazilian labour minister calls for ban on betting to protect workers
A proposed statutory ban could change the operating framework for betting companies in Brazil.
South Carolina plaintiff sues DraftKings and Polymarket over event contracts
Hughes's lawsuit alleges DraftKings and Polymarket sports event contracts violate South Carolina gambling law, seeking loss recovery and damages.
Brazil Supreme Court resumes gambling prohibition analysis
Brazil's Supreme Court resumes prohibition consideration on 5 August, examining constitutional compatibility without itself authorising casinos.
Montenegro government opposes reduced spacing between betting shops
Operators should note the government argues reduced spacing would favour existing operators rather than cut outlet numbers.
Senate committee reviews football bills proposing sports betting ad rules
The proposals could change sports betting advertising rules and direct part of betting revenues to specified projects.
Chile SCJ faces continuing leadership vacancies
Regulators face a permanent superintendent still lacking six months on, with further divisional vacancies emerging.
La Pampa opposition seeks Casino Club concession disclosure
Operators should note DAFAS refused disclosure of Casino Club's online concession citing commercial interests, prompting referral to investigators.
Brazil collects over €1.15bn in first-half betting taxes
Investors should note federal betting tax receipts exceeded €1.15bn as lawmakers consider proposals before October's election.