Kalshi sues Utah officials to block action against prediction markets
The case will test whether federal authority prevents Utah from applying state gambling laws to Kalshi’s event contracts.
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Six US senators ask CFTC to bar death, war and terrorism prediction contracts
The CFTC’s clarification could determine how prediction markets handle contracts tied to death, war, terrorism or assassination.
Procon-SP survey finds 39.7% of bettors report debt after using betting sites
The reported debt findings will inform Procon-SP’s consumer guidance and future enforcement, prevention and education initiatives.
SPA-MF consults on authorisation rules for gambling providers in Brazil
The proposed framework could set authorisation requirements for providers operating in Brazil’s regulated gambling market.
Slovakia’s gambling regulator reports €26.77bn wagered in 2025
The figures show online casinos becoming Slovakia’s largest gambling revenue segment, relevant to operators and market oversight.
Italy’s Constitutional Court requires judicial review for province-wide anti-riot bans
The ruling connects judicial safeguards to restrictions under a law addressing clandestine gambling and sports betting.
Balearic government reports 132 gaming halls at end of 2025
The reported decline and authorisation cap indicate limits on new venue openings in the Balearic Islands.
Tierra del Fuego has no authorised online gambling platforms
The absence of a specific online gambling framework leaves operators without an authorised provincial online market, according to the report.
Brazil’s Receita Federal reports R$1.5bn in betting taxes for January
Operators and investors should account for the stated tax-base changes when interpreting reported betting-tax growth.
Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies removes proposed CIDE-Bets tax from bill
The bill’s passage leaves betting-tax proposals for separate debate rather than imposing the proposed levy through this measure.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming lists consent agreements and ticket games for commission meeting
The listed consent agreements and licence actions may affect Maryland gaming operators.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
PENN CEO says operator will not enter US prediction markets
PENN’s position signals that it will not pursue prediction markets while it sees a risk to its licences.
UK Gambling Commission explores crypto payments for betting operators
Any change could affect the payment methods available to betting operators in the UK.
BGC chief warns UK tax increase could push bettors to unlicensed operators
The warning and polling concern the possible effect of higher duties on licensed operators’ customer activity.
TOTO seeks permission to alert KNVB to suspected match-fixing
A legal change could allow the KNVB to act on information about suspected betting by players and staff.
Atlantic City casino workers ask New Jersey Supreme Court to review smoking exemption
The petition challenges the smoking rules affecting workers at New Jersey’s nine casinos.
Malaysia ministry revises esports guidelines on player safeguards and content
The proposed guidance could shape safeguards and operating expectations for Malaysia’s esports sector.
Belgian Gaming Commission lists conditions for class B gaming hall licences
Operators need to meet the stated renewal requirements and can apply for a new licence only if one becomes vacant.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission sets C licence rules for pubs
Pub operators must meet machine limits, age controls and licensing conditions to offer gaming in Belgium.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission requires E licences for gaming suppliers
The licence and deposit requirements set compliance and financial conditions for suppliers serving Belgium.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission says all nine casino licences are granted
The fully allocated licence cap means prospective casino operators cannot currently apply for an A licence.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission limits B licences to 180 gaming halls
The cap and vacancy-only application route determine whether operators can enter Belgium's arcade market.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Buenos Aires lawmakers create gambling and responsible-gaming commission
The commission may review rules affecting online betting, gambling advertising and responsible-gambling measures in Buenos Aires province.
ACMA finds Tabcorp’s Tap service fits Australia’s in-venue betting exemption
ACMA supports Tap’s current venue-based model, but expansion beyond Tabcorp venues requires separate state and territory approvals.
Kentucky slot parlors record $82m in January revenue
January revenue growth gives Kentucky operators a measure of market performance and venue-level machine yields.