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December 19, 2025
Massachusetts Gambling Operators Should Disclose When Bettors Are Limited
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) voted Thursday to require sports betting operators to notify bettors when their accounts are subject to limits. Under the proposal, operators would likely also be required to explain the reason for the limitation and identify the affected betting markets. MGC Votes on New Rules If adopted, the MGC would become […]
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December 19, 2025
Anthony Joshua Gets Polymarket-Branded Necklace Ahead of Netflix Bout
Anthony Joshua knows how to smile for the cameras, and he has an innate ability to take everything with a smile and a bit of friendly banter – be that joggers’ hello as he does his morning cross, or a $400,000 Polymarket-branded necklace, clearly a market stunt ahead of what could be the most-streamed fight […]
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December 19, 2025
Congressman Demands Investigation into CNN–Kalshi Agreement
A new partnership between a major US news outlet and a regulated prediction market has caught the eye of Capitol Hill, with an Arizona lawmaker warning that the deal could cross ethical boundaries and put the country at risk. Hamadeh Warns CNN–Kalshi Tie-Up Could Threaten Market Fairness Rep. Abe Hamadeh has asked the Commodity Futures […]
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December 18, 2025
Is GamStop Enough to Curb Harmful Online Gambling Habits?
With the growth of online gambling platforms, access to gambling activities, some of which may be harmful, has become increasingly easy. To help address these risks, initiatives like GamStop have been implemented in the United Kingdom. However, some have questioned the effectiveness of GamStop and other similar programs, as some offshore gambling websites seem to […]
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December 18, 2025
Robinhood Expands Prediction Markets With NFL Parlays
“Pioneering commission-free investing and trading app that gives you more ways to make your money work harder”, Robinhood, has announced a prediction markets platform expansion through added NFL parlay and prop bet options. What to Expect from the Transition Starting this week, customers will get the chance to place parlay-style trades and player-specific wagers on […]
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December 18, 2025
UAE Opens Door to Regulated Online Betting Without Fanfare
The United Arab Emirates has taken a historic step by allowing legal online betting through licensed platforms. This marks a clear change in the country’s long-standing position on gambling. For the first time, residents and visitors can bet real money online under a federal regulatory framework. This framework aims to control access and protect consumers. […]
Sports
December 17, 2025
Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Preview, Odds, Time, Picks
Jake Paul, a sometimes controversial Internet celebrity turned pugilist, is taking on his most serious opponent to date in the face of Anthony Joshua, an accomplished professional, who will test the YouTuber’s abilities to their limit. Anthony Joshua is an outright favorite to win at (-1000), and how could it be any other wise? The […]
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December 17, 2025
Gambler Loses $25,000 Trying to Win $25 After Unexpected Comeback
Rookie gamblers often wonder about odds – they argue that you can bet on that terrible moneyline and, if you have enough money going, you will get something out of the action in the end. But what happens when you gamble $25,000 to win just $25 on a “sure thing” and that thing comes up […]
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December 16, 2025
Prediction Markets Pose Threat to Businesses from Inside Traders
Short of being a pain in the backside for gaming regulators, prediction markets are now posing new threats to the integrity of not just sports, but also business. This is the surmise of a new warning issued by Steve Silver of labor law firm Littler, who argued that the rise of Kalshi and Polymarket and […]
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December 15, 2025
ITIA Gives Career-Ending Ban to Tennis Player Accused of Match-Fixing
The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) has announced that French tennis player Quentin Folliot has received a 20-year suspension from the sport. The player, who reached a career-high world singles ranking of 488 in August 2022, also received a $70,000 fine and has been ordered to repay more than $44,000 in corrupt payments, following findings […]