Industry
October 7, 2026
Reporter Tests the Limits of DraftKings’ Problem Gambling Safeguards
ProPublica reporter Jake Pearson recently launched an experiment to check the effectiveness of DraftKings’ problem gambling safeguards by opening an account with the operator and recording his betting journey as he triggered every red flag. His findings were concerning, especially considering several ongoing lawsuits accusing the operator of exploiting vulnerable customers. The Experiment Had Some […]
Industry
July 10, 2026
EGBA Highlights the Industry’s Achievements in Its Annual Activity Report
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has published its latest Annual Activity Report, providing insights into the European gaming sector’s achievements and financial performance over the past 12 months. While EGBA members succeeded in raising player standards across the industry, the sector’s revenue also experienced an increase. Safer Gambling Week Shattered Previous Participation Records […]
Prediction Markets
February 5, 2026
Kalshi Disputes Report Claiming That Prediction Markets Users Lose Money Faster
A recent report by a Wall Street analyst suggested that regular prediction market users lose money faster than their traditional sports betting peers. Needless to say, Kalshi wasn’t exactly pleased. The Report Said Prediction Markets Favor Pro Traders The initial report was the brainchild of Citizens analyst Jordan Bender and cited betting data to suggest […]
Industry
January 27, 2026
Better Markets Director Dubs Kalshi, Polymarket Unregulated Gambling Sites
Better Markets is a non-profit and independent organization founded in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis with a mission to promote interest in financial matters among the general population. Recently, its director of securities policy, Benjamin Schiffrin, commented on prediction markets platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket, saying they are outright casinos. Better Markets’ Schiffrin […]
Business
November 17, 2025
PlayUp’s Future Hangs in the Balance as Acquisition by CrossBet Seems Increasingly Likely
PlayUp’s ongoing search for a way to escape its long-running regulatory and financial challenges is nearing a decisive moment. According to a recent Next.io report, shareholders are set for a December 10 vote for the sale of the company’s Australian gaming assets for AUD 18.6 million (12.11 million) to CrossBet. This proposal, shared with investors […]
Industry
September 19, 2025
White House Discussing New CFTC Candidates, Report Says
According to a Bloomberg report, the White House is exploring alternative candidates to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as Brian Quintenz’s confirmation remains stalled. White House Weighs Alternatives for CFTC Head The report states that the Trump administration has been actively engaged in discussions on the matter in recent weeks. It also notes […]
Industry
August 27, 2025
Brazil Releases First Performance Report on Regulated Betting Market
Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA-MF) of the Ministry of Finance has released a comprehensive report on the country’s regulated fixed-odds betting market after it finished its first full quarter under close oversight. The data comes from the General Betting Management System (Sigap), which collects daily information on betting activity across licensed platforms. Secretariat […]
Sports
May 5, 2025
Top Jockeys Reportedly Join Forces to Form Game-Changing Racing League
A dozen world-famous jockeys have reportedly teamed up to launch a game-changing horse racing league. Set to include many beloved names, the new league is expected to launch later this year. A Star-Studded Lineup According to reports, the new league will be comprised of well-known jockeys, each of which will have their own teams. The […]
Industry
April 28, 2025
Offshore Firms Still Command Large Chunk of Ontario iGaming
The Ontario iGaming market recently celebrated its third birthday. Since launching online gambling on April 4, 2022, the province has quickly become one of the most attractive gaming markets in North America and perhaps globally. Despite that, however, recent figures show that unregulated gaming continues to be a problem. Most Players Choose Regulated Gaming The […]
Business
April 17, 2025
Aristocrat Reportedly Eyeing Interblock Acquisition
Australian B2B powerhouse Aristocrat is reportedly looking to acquire electronic table game expert Interblock. According to The Australian, this deal, which some have predicted previously, is currently in the works. Aristocrat Reportedly Negotiating Deal to Acquire Interblock According to The Australian’s report, Aristocrat has onboarded Macquarie Capital to facilitate the deal. The news outlet further […]
