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Stefan Velikov
WriterStefan Velikov is an accomplished iGaming writer and journalist specializing in esports, regulatory developments, and industry innovations. With over five years of extensive writing experience, he has contributed to various publications, continuously refining his craft and expertise in the field.
Legal
February 27, 2026
Man Crashed His Car Into Several Others While Gambling on the Phone
A man from the UK, Jack Bentley, who was gambling on his phone while driving, collided with another vehicle, has been sentenced to prison. Police reported that the crash fractured the pelvis of a pregnant woman and forced doctors to perform an early delivery of her baby. Gambling Driver Sentenced to 28 Months in Prison […]
Industry
February 27, 2026
MGM Partners With Flavor Flav to Honor the US Women’s Hockey Team in Vegas
MGM Resorts International revealed that it will be partnering up with rap star Flavor Flav in hosting a Las Vegas celebration this summer honoring the champion US women’s Olympic hockey team. MGM Resorts International and Flavor Flav Announce Collaboration The Hall of Fame rapper revealed on X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday that he will host […]
Prediction Markets
February 26, 2026
Kalshi Drops Affiliate Badges Following X/Twitter Policy Change on Gambling
Prediction market Kalshi took down all affiliate badges on X (formerly Twitter) earlier this week after the platform updated its paid partnerships policy to bar promotional deals with accounts that share gambling and sports betting content. Kalshi Removes Affiliate Badges The company said it decided to remove the Kalshi badges despite them being quite popular […]
Industry
February 26, 2026
Hawaii Gambling Bills Stall Again Despite Months of Debate
For a long time, lawmakers in Hawaii have been discussing various bills to legalize gambling in the state. However, while much progress was made in recent months, it seems that those bills will go nowhere after much discussion. Hawaii’s Gambling Bills Are “All Dead” Sen. Glenn Wakai, chair of the Senate Committee on Energy and […]
Prediction Markets
February 24, 2026
France Becomes Next European Country to Condemn Prediction Markets
In a LinkedIn post, France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has issued an official warning regarding prediction markets, deeming them illegal gambling. ANJ Says Prediction Markets Sites Are Illegal Gambling The post opens by commenting on the success of prediction market platforms and their growth, particularly since the 2024 US presidential election. It stated that by […]
Prediction Markets
February 24, 2026
AGA President Claims CFTC Should Not Be in Charge of Gambling, Prediction Markets
Bill Miller, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA), has recently criticized Michael Selig and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for the latter’s push for federal agencies to regulate sports betting, gambling, or prediction markets. Bill Miller Says States Should Be the Ones Regulating Gambling Miller was a guest on analyst Steve […]
Industry
February 24, 2026
Illinois Governor’s Budget Proposes Gambling Tax Hike
With the introduction of his $57 billion state budget for FY2027, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is aiming to generate additional tax revenue, including $120 million from a tax hike on table games and electronic gambling device operations. Governor Pritzker’s Proposal Could Help Fund Education in the State Pritzker plans to increase revenue by adjusting the tax […]
Industry
February 23, 2026
UK Considers Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsorships in Sports
The British government has unveiled proposals to consult on a possible ban on sports sponsorships by unlicensed gambling operators, as part of a broader crackdown on the black market. UK Regulators Propose Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsorships Under the proposed measures, unlicensed operators could be prohibited from sponsoring UK sports teams, including Premier League clubs. […]
Industry
February 23, 2026
Patients Report Developing Gambling Addictions After Taking RLS Medication
Hundreds of people in the UK have reported they have developed gambling addiction, and addictions of other kinds, after taking Ropinirole, a prescribed medication to treat Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) and Parkinsons’ Disease. Patients Link Gambling Disorders to Ropinirole According to the BBC, over 250 people, including police officers, nurses, doctors, and even a director […]
Business
February 20, 2026
PlayUp and CrossBet Players Migrate to NextBet as Sites Shut Down
According to PlayUp’s website, all PlayUp and CrossBet players will be transferred to NextBet, a mysterious new Australian brand that will serve as the company’s primary operator moving forward. The transition comes at a time when NextBet is continuing its spread across Australia. PlayUp Is Preparing for the Migration The website also explained that CrossBet’s […]
