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Deyan Dimitrov
AuthorDeyan is an experienced writer, analyst, and seeker of forbidden lore. He has approximate knowledge about many things, which he is always willing to apply when researching and preparing his articles. With a degree in Copy-editing and Proofreading, Deyan is able to ensure that his work writing for Gambling News is always up to scratch.
Sports
December 22, 2025
Investors Wary as FanDuel and DraftKings Step into Prediction Markets
Investors are watching FanDuel and DraftKings delve into prediction markets with a mix of curiosity and apprehension, unsure if the potential profits are worth the legal and regulatory risks. Although both companies are proceeding confidently with this new endeavor, the market response has been noticeably restrained. Recent regulatory crackdowns against prediction markets in several states […]
Legal
December 22, 2025
Coinbase Takes States to Court over Prediction Market Crackdowns
Coinbase has taken a proactive stance in the escalating confrontation over who should oversee prediction markets in the United States. The company has taken legal action against state regulators in Connecticut, Illinois, and Michigan. The cryptocurrency exchange is asking the court to prohibit those states from policing products that Coinbase says fall squarely under federal […]
Casino
December 19, 2025
Michigan Sentences Illegal Gambling Organizer
Michigan regulators have reported another success in their efforts to dismantle operators skirting the state’s gambling laws. 62A District Court in Kent County sentenced a Grand Rapids man tied to an illegal gaming setup inside a neighborhood liquor store. This sentence follows previous crackdowns against physical and online illegal casinos as the state remains vigilant […]
Casino
December 19, 2025
Brazil Raises Betting Taxes and Remains Cautious on Casino Legalization
Brazil recently reevaluated its approach to gambling reform as lawmakers moved decisively to adjust betting taxes while refusing to fast-track the long-debated legislation that would legalise land-based casinos. These decisions reveal a cautious political mood. While Brazil is eager to access increased gambling tax revenues, significant structural change requires more careful deliberation. Operators Can Expect […]
Business
December 18, 2025
Kalshi Faces Rising Risk in Nevada as Court Ruling Clears Way for Enforcement
Kalshi’s push to secure a nationwide presence is clashing with Nevada’s historic view of gambling regulation. The ongoing legal tension in the state could soon extend beyond civil litigation. After a federal judge refused to give the prediction market a stay, Kalshi is now facing potential enforcement action in the state, including the risk of […]
Industry
December 17, 2025
Las Vegas Remains Leading Candidate for NBA Expansion
Las Vegas has long been a potential target for NBA expansion, close enough to feel inevitable, yet far enough away to remain uncertain. This tension became more pronounced when NBA commissioner Adam Silver stated that the league would likely announce its expansion decision sometime next year, signaling that movement is finally coming. League Expansion Presents […]
Legal
December 17, 2025
Evolution Lawsuit May Overshadow Playtech’s Hidden Value According to Analysts
Playtech’s share price has faced enduring pressure throughout the year, mainly due to the uncertainty of its involvement in the long-running legal battle with live casino supplier Evolution. While analysts argue that the market is overlooking the hidden value in Playtech’s investment portfolio, the evolving litigation continues to cloud sentiment and suppress the stock. Investors […]
Industry
December 16, 2025
New York Regulators Greenlight Final Bids in Casino License Race
The long-running contest to introduce full-scale casinos to New York City is nearing its conclusion with state regulators formally approving the final three remaining bids. After years of political wrangling, community hearings, and behind-the-scenes negotiations, the New York State Gaming Commission’s vote this week effectively locked in the three projects that will shape the city’s […]
Industry
December 16, 2025
Swedish Gambling Operators Unite Against Proposed Tax Reforms
Sweden’s gambling sector has united in opposition to a proposal that could redraw the country’s tax landscape. A new initiative is pushing for an updated tax framework similar to the recent UK reforms that introduced differentiated gambling tax rates. Swedish industry representatives argue that even if well-intentioned, the change risks undermining consumer protection and accelerating […]
Legal
December 15, 2025
Penn Faces Patent Lawsuit over Its Hollywood Casino App
Penn Entertainment finds itself embroiled in a fresh legal dispute that could have substantial implications for how modern betting apps are designed and operated. The pattern infringement lawsuit, filed by a little-known technology firm, Single Action Bet Tech LLC, accuses Penn and its digital arm of unlawfully using “single-action” betting technology inside the Hollywood Casino […]
