Kalshi and Polymarket bar some insider trading as senators propose sports-contract ban
The proposed sports-contract ban could substantially affect both platforms, while their new rules restrict eligible traders.
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High Court orders Spence to repay more than £840,000 in betting debt
The ruling found that knowingly participating in the arrangements did not give Spence grounds to avoid repayment.
US senators propose limits on prediction-market event contracts
The proposal could restrict CFTC-regulated entities’ event contracts and strengthen states’ authority over gambling.
South Dakota redirects Deadwood gaming tax revenue under new law
The change affects the share of Deadwood gaming revenue available for local preservation and public works.
Maryland House advances sweepstakes casino ban in 105-24 vote
Operators offering sweepstakes casino products in Maryland could face criminal penalties if HB 295 becomes law.
UK levy funding decisions leave gambling harms groups facing cuts
Funding reductions could affect the capacity of organisations delivering gambling harm prevention and treatment services in the UK.
Tennessee sports betting handle reaches $5.87bn in 2025, report says
The reported handle and growth figures give operators and investors a measure of Tennessee’s sports betting market.
Isle of Man commission proposes personal fines for gambling executives
The proposal could expose directors and compliance staff to personal financial penalties for qualifying breaches.
Italian government draft includes gambling providers in anti-money-laundering obligations
The draft would place customer-checking and reporting duties on licensed gambling providers and casino managers in Italy.
Massachusetts casinos report $92m revenue in February, down 1.5%
The regulator’s figures show differing performance across casino operators and between slots and table games.
US regulators challenge prediction-market platforms over licensing and gambling
The competing regulatory approaches create uncertainty for prediction-market operators over licensing and state gambling restrictions.
EU advocate general says member states can enforce compatible gambling licence rules
The opinion may inform German proceedings over losses from gambling offered without a local licence.
MGA rejects allegations after unauthorised access to its system
The breach and disputed allegations may affect operators whose compliance files or player data were reportedly involved.
US senators propose barring sports and casino-style prediction contracts
The proposed restrictions could limit prediction-market operators’ US sports and casino-style offerings.
Nevada court restricts Kalshi event markets during litigation
The order prevents Kalshi from taking new trades in the restricted categories from Nevada users while the case proceeds.
Brazil finance ministry sets tax code 9197 for fixed-odds betting
Operators must use the new DARF code for the specified contributions from 1 April.
Italy schedules retail gambling reform decree for 10 April conference review
The scheduled review is a step in the proposed process for reforming Italy's land-based gambling framework.
Mainz court orders asset freeze in Tipico player-loss claim
The order may affect assets of the Tipico companies while the player pursues recovery of alleged gambling losses.
MGA investigates cyberattack after researcher says she accessed its systems
The breach and ongoing investigation may affect companies regulated by the MGA and the handling of their information.
US lawmakers consider higher federal sports betting taxes
A higher federal tax could change operators’ tax exposure and betting volumes across US markets.
Nevada court bars Kalshi event contracts for at least 14 days
Kalshi must halt the covered contracts in Nevada while the court considers whether restrictions should continue.
PSOE proposes online gambling education measures in Spain
The proposal could shape prevention and education measures relevant to online gambling operators and regulators.
Dutch MPs propose online gambling advertising ban as KSA warns of illegal operators
Operators face a proposed advertising ban, while the KSA warns it could increase illegal operators’ visibility.
Portugal’s SRIJ reports €337.6m online gambling revenue in record Q4
The figures give operators and investors a regulator-reported measure of Portugal’s online market by product.
Kenya’s Gambling Control Act dissolves BCLB and freezes licence applications
Operators must account for a licensing transition in which new and renewal applications are frozen.