New Jersey judge rules Kalshi sports contracts fall under federal jurisdiction
The ruling affects whether Kalshi’s sports contracts face state gambling restrictions in New Jersey while litigation continues.
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Sporttrade asks CFTC for national approval of sports prediction markets
A CFTC decision could affect Sporttrade’s ability to offer sports event contracts beyond its five licensed states.
US House passes hotel fees bill covering casino resorts
If enacted, the bill would change how casino resorts disclose room prices and mandatory fees.
Texas Lottery Commission bars courier sales of lottery tickets
The prohibition changes how Texas retailers can handle courier-ordered lottery tickets and exposes non-compliant retailers to licence suspensions.
Louisiana House committee advances 32.5% online sports betting tax bill
If enacted, the higher tax rate would change operators’ tax burden in Louisiana.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports $52.1m March betting revenue
The figures show how Massachusetts betting revenue and operator results compared with wagering volume in March.
Brazil allows betting on more esports titles with developer permission
The rule expands the esports events eligible for betting while making developer permission a condition for operators.
Federal judge blocks New Jersey order against Kalshi sports contracts
The injunction temporarily blocks New Jersey enforcement and highlights a dispute over federal and state authority.
UK Treasury and HMRC consult on unified online gambling duty
Operators may face a changed tax structure if the proposed single duty is adopted.
Kenya’s Communications Authority orders broadcasters to reduce gambling content
Broadcasters risk regulatory action, including possible licence revocation, if they fail to meet the gambling-content quotas.
LOTERJ invites input on lottery products through physical terminals
The consultation may inform LOTERJ’s assessment of equipment for selling authorised lottery products through physical outlets.
Nevada casinos report $1.27bn March gaming revenue as Strip falls 4.8%
The figures give Nevada operators and investors a measure of March revenue trends across the Strip and statewide market.
Isle of Man GSC projects £778,000 income shortfall for 2025-26
The projected gap reflects licence volumes that may affect the regulator’s funding capacity and oversight resources.
Kenya board suspends gambling advertising for 30 days
Licensed operators must pause gambling advertising and submit adverts for classification during the suspension.
Hawaii lawmakers fail to advance sports gambling regulation bill
Operators and suppliers still lack a regulated sports betting market in Hawaii after the bill failed to advance.
Dutch lawmakers urge government to restrict illegal gambling sites in search results
Search visibility for unlicensed gambling sites remains a regulatory concern for the Netherlands’ licensed operators and authorities.
Third Circuit rejects MGM liability for New Jersey gambler’s $24m losses
The ruling limits operators’ liability for promotional contact with customers who say they have gambling problems under New Jersey law.
Kansspelautoriteit invites Dutch online casino licensees to player-file roundtable
The discussion may clarify how operators document and monitor player behaviour and steps taken to prevent excessive gambling and addiction.
New York Senate committee advances bill for Willets Point casino site
The bill addresses a land-use obstacle to the project’s casino application, which has a 27 June submission deadline.
NIGC approves United Keetoowah gaming code for potential Oklahoma casino
The approval clears one regulatory step, but the band still needs federal action on the land before it can pursue gaming there.
Third Circuit rejects Sam Antar’s claims against MGM over gambling losses
The ruling rejects a claim that casino operators must prevent customers identified as problem gamblers from continuing to bet.
New Jersey judge grants Kalshi preliminary injunction for sports contracts
The injunction allows Kalshi to continue offering sports event contracts in New Jersey while the legal dispute proceeds.
HMRC and Treasury propose single UK remote gambling tax
A single duty could change operators’ tax liabilities, particularly if betting duty rises from its current 15% rate.
HMRC consults on proposed UK Remote Betting and Gaming Duty
The proposed tax structure could change the duty paid by remote betting and gaming operators.
Brazil gaming and betting digital advertising investment rises 192% in 2024
The reported increase gives operators and investors a measure of advertising activity in Brazil’s gaming and betting sector.