Casino
February 18, 2026
Wyoming Senate Advances Bills to Tighten Gambling Rules
Lawmakers in Wyoming, US, took another step Friday toward tightening gambling regulations, advancing two bills aimed at closing loopholes and limiting gambling machines in everyday places like grocery stores. Closing the “Social Relationship” Loophole Senate File 44 focuses on what some call the “social relationship” loophole. Under current law, gambling is mostly illegal, but friends […]
Sports
February 17, 2026
Dana White Gives Major Update on White House UFC Fight
UFC CEO Dana White said he is in Washington this week to meet with President Donald Trump to discuss plans for a UFC event at the White House in June. The event is part of the celebrations for the 250th years since the establishment of the USA, and who will fight in it has been […]
Prediction Markets
February 17, 2026
NBA Commissioner Says Prediction Markets Are Betting, But Decision Rests with Lawmakers, Courts
Commissioner Adam Silver is bucking the trend at a time when major leagues are, for all intents and purposes, endorsing prediction markets. The NBA isn’t so sure, but the league’s say in the matter is limited, says Silver. Silver Says Lawmakers, Courts Ought to Settle Prediction Market Betting Dilemma Ahead of the All-Star game over […]
Sports
February 17, 2026
Potential Trouble for BetMGM as Massachusetts Investigates Promotional Emails
An investigation into BetMGM was started after the Massachusetts Gaming Commission received multiple reports of possible violations. Recently, the commission examined promotional emails by BetMGM, which were supposedly sent to people who should not be eligible to receive them. According to officials, following an overview of the emails covering several campaigns, there was indeed a […]
Business
February 17, 2026
Super Group Accused of Overstating Subsidiary Earnings
Super Group (NYSE: SGHC) is under the spotlight after a short-seller report claimed the iGaming and sportsbook operator may have overstated earnings from its South African subsidiary, Raging River. The allegations, made by money manager Spruce Point Capital Management, suggest investors could have been misled by the company’s financial statements. The Ownership Issue Spruce Point […]
Sports
February 17, 2026
Campaigns for Legal Online Sports Betting Gain Ground in Nebraska
Moves to bring regulated online sports betting to Nebraska have reached a new stage after state officials gave the green light to the final text of two public petitions paving the way to start collecting signatures. WarHorse Casinos-Backed Push Targets 2026 Online Betting Referendum The push backed by operators like WarHorse Casinos, seeks to put […]
Sports
February 17, 2026
France Warns About Gambling Ads Before 2026 World Cup
France’s gambling watchdog, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has voiced worry about a possible flood of betting ads before the FIFA World Cup 2026. It cautions that too much exposure might boost risks for people prone to gambling problems. Hydration Breaks Spark Fresh Debate on Gambling Ads As it looked over companies’ marketing plans […]
Industry
February 16, 2026
Sweepstakes Casinos Seek Visibility Despite Regulatory Headwinds
This year’s Daytona 500 featured a sight impossible to overlook. The race featured two cars bearing the branding of sweepstakes casinos, marking a significant shift for an event long associated with traditional sponsors and regulated sportsbooks. For operators in the sector, the exposure represents more than a marketing win as their brands are becoming increasingly […]
Prediction Markets
February 16, 2026
MLB Commissioner Suggests League Should Work with Prediction Markets
During meetings with team owners in Palm Beach, Florida, Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred has announced that the league is considering a new partnership with prediction market platforms as part of its efforts to strengthen integrity safeguards. Commissioner Manfred Wants to Work With Prediction Markets According to the announcement, the organization hopes that partnering […]
Prediction Markets
February 16, 2026
Mohegan Tribe Backs Crackdown on Prediction Markets
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority is backing Connecticut’s efforts to rein in prediction market platforms that executives say are infringing on the tribes’ exclusive gaming rights. The announcement came as Mohegan reported a first-quarter profit, largely driven by a one-time accounting gain. “Exclusivity On All Forms of Gaming” During an earnings call last Thursday, February […]
