Prediction Markets
May 11, 2026
Study Questions the Fairness of Prediction Markets
In a recent report, Hersh Shefrin of Santa Clara University’s Markkula Center for Applied Ethics examined how fair platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket really are. The report examines who holds the advantage when money is on the line and contends that the growth of prediction platforms may have outpaced existing ethical and regulatory frameworks. There […]
Prediction Markets
May 11, 2026
Prediction Markets Are More Accurate Тhan Polls, Studies Argue
For years now, prediction market providers have been the center of debate on whether they offer betting products when they sell “contracts” for real-life events, or if they offer something else entirely. While this debate will likely continue for much longer, in some cases, they have become useful for investors who use the data on […]
Business
April 27, 2026
Online Betting Could Be Fueling Bankruptcies, Experts Warn
Bankruptcy attorneys have warned that online betting could be causing an increase in personal bankruptcies and said that people gambling with borrowed money are at an especially high risk of harm. USA Reported an Increase in Personal Bankruptcies Online betting has taken America by storm, with a few states launching online casinos, too. As the […]
Business
April 23, 2026
Sportradar Shares Slump as Reports Allege It Profits from Illegal Operators
Sportradar, a leading sports technology company, has experienced a dip in its share price due to its alleged provision of products to unlicensed operators. This followed reports suggesting that a significant portion of Sportradar’s revenue comes from unlicensed markets – claims that Sportradar rejected. Muddy Waters and Callisto Research Allege Sportradar Supplies Illegal Companies Financial […]
Industry
April 14, 2026
New Study Highlights Gaps in AI Use Across Gaming Sector
The latest study from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) examines how artificial intelligence is taking root across the gambling industry and whether operators and regulators are equipped to meet rising challenges. The study, titled The State of AI in Gaming 2026 and produced by the university’s International Gaming Institute (IGI) in partnership with […]
Prediction Markets
April 8, 2026
New Data Shows That Most Polymarket Users Lose Money
Prediction platform Polymarket claims that its products leverage the wisdom of the crowd to price the future. However, most users face an unfortunate reality. New research by analyst Andrey Sergeenkov reveals that most Polymarket traders lose money. Out of approximately 2.5 million participants, only 15.9% generated profits. The remaining 84.1% are in the red. The […]
Industry
April 7, 2026
BBC Report Highlights Links Between Depression Drugs and Gambling Addiction
The fast-paced world of today has resulted in rapid developments, with humans sometimes finding themselves unable to keep up. As a result, many have been experiencing mental health issues, varying from minor ones to more serious ones. While there is medicine available, studies show that some of it could have serious side effects, including excessive […]
Industry
April 6, 2026
Credit Delinquency Sharply Rises in States with Online Betting, Study Says
A new study from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found that credit delinquency rates increased in every state that legalized mobile sports betting. Study Finds Link Between Online Sports Betting and Credit Delinquency The researchers compared betting activity and consumer credit outcomes in states that introduced mobile sports betting with those that did […]
Prediction Markets
April 1, 2026
Prediction Markets Face Public Skepticism Despite Rising Visibility
A recent national survey adds fuel to the discussions around prediction markets. Results reveal that many Americans see platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket as a familiar form of betting in a different guise, rather than a new kind of financial tool. The findings also underlined broad skepticism, particularly when prediction markets intersect with sports. Participants […]
Industry
April 1, 2026
Experts: Gambling Operators Banning Credit Cards Would Not Hurt Income
In an act of self-regulation, many gambling and sports betting operators are implementing bans on the use of credit cards by customers. While some have pointed out that this could hurt their income, experts say that the effect would be negligible. Experts Weigh In On the Practice Jordan Bender, an equity research analyst at Citizens […]
