Industry
January 26, 2026
Ohio Becomes the Latest State to Cite MA Ruling in Its Battle Against Kalshi
A recent development in Massachusetts seems to have set a precedent in US regulators’ fight against the rapidly growing prediction markets space. The ruling, which was cited by regulators in several states, has now also been cited in the Ohio Casino Control Commission’s (OCCC) clash with prediction market providers. The Tides of Battle May Be […]
Industry
January 26, 2026
Brazil’s War on Illegal Gaming Led to Thousands of Sites Being Blocked in 2025
The arrival of 2025 marked a new chapter for gaming in Brazil as the country introduced regulated sports betting and online gaming. Throughout the year, however, authorities also experienced some of the challenges associated with online gaming firsthand. Brazil Cracked Down on Unlicensed Gaming A recent report by the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting shows […]
Industry
January 23, 2026
Alberta Approaches the Launch of iGaming Ahead of NFL Season
Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction Minister Dale Nally, who is overseeing Alberta’s online gambling overhaul, says the province has already drawn strong interest from numerous online sportsbook and casino operators. She noted that a “double-digit” number of companies have so far expressed interest in obtaining an iGaming license from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and […]
Industry
January 23, 2026
Robinhood Seeks Federal Protection as Massachusetts Targets Sports Prediction Markets
Robinhood has launched a legal maneuver to protect itself from Massachusetts regulators. The company has asked a federal judge to prevent the state from enforcing gaming regulations on its growing sports prediction business. The filing closely follows a Massachusetts court ruling allowing enforcement action against Kalshi, placing prediction platforms aiming to operate in the state […]
Industry
January 23, 2026
KSA Warns Bet365 over Wrong Affordability Format, Faulty Calculations
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) announced that it has ordered Hillside, which operates the bet365 brand in the Netherlands, to strengthen its social responsibility (duty of care) protocols. This followed an investigation that suggested the company’s duty of care measures were insufficient. The Operator Had Inappropriate Affordability Assessment Processes In its announcement, the KSA noted […]
Industry
January 23, 2026
UKGC Names Kristy Caldwell as Interim Chair of the Industry Forum
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced the appointment of Kristy Caldwell as the new interim chair of the Industry Forum, a body dedicated to maintaining a healthy dialogue between the regulator and its licensees. Caldwell to Temporarily Replace Nick Rust The Industry Forum was created three years ago and is a body that provides the […]
Industry
January 22, 2026
Lawmakers Renew Push to Restore Full Gambling Loss Deductions
Congress again faces pressure from lawmakers who aim to reverse a recent change to the tax code that limits the amount of losses gamblers can deduct, a provision that has created uncertainty for professional players, casinos, and other industry stakeholders. The issue resurfaced this week during a House Rules Committee hearing on HR 7148, a […]
Industry
January 21, 2026
Sweepstakes in the Crosshairs as Iowa Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Unlicensed Gaming
Iowa lawmakers have introduced another measure seeking to get the local gaming industry under stricter control. Per House Study Bill 586 and its Senate counterpart, Senate Study Bill 3040, the local regulator would receive additional powers to stop unlicensed gaming. Iowa Joins the Fight Against Sweepstakes Yesterday, the House State Government Committee introduced HSB 586, […]
Industry
January 21, 2026
Netherlands to Target the Broader Illegal Gambling Ecosystem per KSA’s 2026 Agenda
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has published its agenda for the new year, outlining plans to double down on its efforts against the black market and continue to shield players from harm. KSA to Target the Broader Illegal Gambling Ecosystem In its new agenda, the KSA outlined a few core goals for 2026, which include […]
Industry
January 20, 2026
Mississippi Once Again Contemplates Legalizing Mobile Sports Betting
Mississippi lawmakers will make an attempt for the third year straight to legalize mobile sports betting, under the guise of aiding the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), and also regulating the black market betting scene. What’s New in This Year’s Proposal? One major difference now is the directing of all state revenue from online betting […]
