Industry
January 14, 2026
Bipartisan Lawmakers Push to Restore Full Gambling Loss Deductions
Lawmakers and industry advocates are renewing their efforts to roll back a controversial change to the US tax code that alters how gambling losses are treated. Gambling sector stakeholders warn that the new rule risks undermining the broader betting economy and unfairly penalizing players who do not even turn a profit. While previous efforts have […]
Industry
January 13, 2026
French Regulator Flags Troubling Surge in Gambling Marketing
France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has sent a clear warning to operators following its latest market review. According to the regulator, promotional spending by gambling companies is increasing rapidly, even necessitating intervention in select cases. Consumer safety remains a priority for the ANJ, as the authority strives to strike a balance between industry growth and […]
Industry
January 12, 2026
Prediction Markets Are Missing Key Anti-Addiction Tools
DraftKings, Fanatics, and FanDuel have all launched prediction market offerings. However, they have brought only some of the anti-addiction tools from their mobile sportsbooks, raising concerns that the companies aren’t doing enough to help prevent users from developing harmful gambling habits. Users Are Often Missing Critical Anti-Addiction Tools, Such As Hotlines Right now, users can set […]
Industry
January 12, 2026
AGCO Slams FanDuel with $252K Fine Due to Integrity Failures
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has slammed FanDuel with a six-figure fine due to certain integrity-related concerns. Officials emphasized that operators are expected to remain vigilant and proactive when it comes to detecting suspicious activity. FanDuel Accepted Bets on an Event with Integrity Issues In its official announcement, the AGCO said that […]
Industry
January 12, 2026
New Jersey Introduces New Gambling Education Requirements
As one of the first states to legalize sports betting after the repeal of the PASPA, and due to its high-profile casinos, New Jersey has long been associated with gambling. This, however, has sparked significant problem gambling concerns, leading to new gambling education requirements that the state’s colleges and universities will have to follow. Colleges […]
Industry
January 9, 2026
Tribes Unite to Challenge Prediction Markets over Gaming Rights
Native American tribes have united against prediction markets, arguing that such platforms encroached upon territory long governed by tribal gaming law. This newest development marks another chapter in the ongoing high-stakes legal and political disputes over who controls wagering in the United States and the place of tribal operations within the gambling sector. Prediction Platforms […]
Industry
January 9, 2026
Maine Governor Signs Bill to Allow Tribes to Run Online Casinos
Maine is poised to become the eighth state in the US to legalize online casinos, joining New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, West Virginia, Delaware, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. This follows Governor Janet Mills’ announcement that she will sign LD 1164, “An Act to Create Economic Opportunities for the Wabanaki Nations Through Internet Gaming,” to take effect […]
Industry
January 9, 2026
Nebraska Online Betting on the Table as Two Bills Carry Over from 2025
Nebraska is once again trying to legalize online sports betting, with two separate bills carrying over from 2025. While previous efforts to usher in an era of mobile betting in the Cornhusker State have fallen short of achieving success, this year could be where lawmakers turn things around. Nebraska Could Make Legislative Strides… The first […]
Industry
January 8, 2026
Kalshi CEO Takes a Hard Stance Against Insider Trading
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour has taken a firm stance against insider trading in prediction markets, used a recent industry controversy to highlight the differences between regulated and unregulated platforms, and supported new laws that would restrict the misuse of non-public information. He argued that insider trading could damage the sector’s credibility, leading to long-term losses. […]
Industry
January 7, 2026
New York Eyes Loot Box Restrictions for Platforms Like Roblox
New York is preparing to take action against digital platforms that allow underage players to spend money without parental oversight. As a result, Roblox has once again come under fire. Roblox Among the Chief Offenders Named by Hochul In a new legislative package, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled new proposals to prevent digital platforms […]
