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IG Group makes billion dollar punt on Underdog in move into prediction markets
IG Group's Corcoran and Underdog's Levine have history, dating back to Paddy Power Betfair acquiring Levine's DFS app in 2017.
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Romania’s Gambling Regulator Faces Fresh Corruption Crisis as Deputy Chief Becomes Bribery Suspect
Romania’s gambling regulator is once again confronting allegations of corruption, with prosecutors now targeting one of the agency’s most senior officials in a case that deepens scrutiny of an institution already battered by scandals. Ana-Maria Badea, deputy director general of the National Office for Gambling (ONJN),…
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Rwanda regulator suspends operator for offering casino-style games outside of licence
As Rwanda seeks to attract major international operators, the regulator is signalling it will enforce licensing rules rigorously.
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Court of Appeal refuses TNLC appeal over National Lottery licence
The refusal leaves April’s High Court judgment standing and the claimants facing indemnity costs across the entire proceedings.… The post Court of Appeal refuses TNLC appeal over National Lottery licence appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Taking the good with the bad: the lay of the land in the British and Dutch betting markets
Key stakeholders in the gambling markets of Europe are well aware that change is afoot. From the UK, Ireland and France in the west to the Nordics in the north and to the Balkan nations of the southeast, policymakers and regulators have been putting new frameworks in place – or at the very least have […]
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How compliance is reshaping M&A in the prize draws sector
Ben Gale, partner at Quastels, explains how the Voluntary Code, tougher buyer due diligence and rising compliance expectations are reshaping M&A and valuations in the UK prize draws sector.
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ThrillTech secures licence from the Hellenic Gaming Commission to Enter Greek Market
ThrillTech, the global leader in side-bet jackpot technology, is pleased to announce that it has been granted a Category A1 Manufacturer’s Licence by the Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC). This regulatory milestone enables ThrillTech to offer its flagship side-bet jackpot product, ThrillPots, to regulated iGaming opera…
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US appeals court revives Atlantic City hotel pricing software antitrust case
The US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has revived a class action alleging that several Atlantic City casino-hotels used common revenue management software to coordinate hotel room prices, creating a significant new precedent for antitrust cases involving algorithmic pricing. The case, Cornish-Adebiyi v. Caesar…
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North Rhine-Westphalia moves closer to opening online casino licensing
North Rhine-Westphalia has moved a step closer to launching its long-awaited online casino licensing framework after the state government introduced amendments to its Online Casino Gambling Act designed to support the rollout of a private licensing model. The proposed changes expand the regulatory framework governing …
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Betano extends lead as Brazil’s regulated iGaming market consolidates
Betano has strengthened its position as Brazil’s leading online betting and gaming brand, with new research showing the country’s regulated market has become significantly more concentrated 18 months after licensing was introduced. According to data from Blask, Betano holds a 24.15 per cent Brand Awareness and Prefere…
Read summary →Erosion of trust continues for Romania’s gambling regulator
Romania’s General Directorate for the Authorisation of Gambling (ONJN) can’t seem to catch a break from a myriad of controversies engrossing it over the last few years. The latest case involves none other than the regulatory body’s very own Deputy Director General, Ana-Maria Badea, who is the second-in-command after c…
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Singapore Police Arrest 60 People Tied to Illegal Gambling
Singapore police continue to crack down on illegal gambling in the country, with authorities arresting 60 people during an operation that was conducted around the time of the World Cup 2026. Singapore Announces Results of Far-Reaching Anti-Gambling Sweeps The arrests were made ahead of and during the FIFA World Cup in…
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Two Sixth Circuit Judges Challenge Kalshi on Its Federal Preemption Theory
No decision has issued. The court’s public docket records the consolidated-for-submission cases as argued, not decided. Questions at oral argument… The post Two Sixth Circuit Judges Challenge Kalshi on Its Federal Preemption Theory appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Delta Corp appeals hotel gaming licence ruling to India’s Supreme Court
Delta Corp has filed a Special Leave Petition with the Supreme Court of India challenging a Bombay High Court ruling that dismissed its request for a licence to install electronic amusement games and slot machines at the Deltin Hotel. In a filing to the stock exchange, the company confirmed it lodged the appeal on 22 …
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DraftKings Predictions sued over state gambling law breaches
A class action lawsuit filed in Massachusetts has accused DraftKings of offering illegal sports betting by disguising its prediction market products as event contracts. Filed on July 28, 2028, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts on behalf of California resident Michael Chan, the lawsuit argues…
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$20 Scratch-Off Ticket in Ohio to Fetch $1M Payout
A lucky ticket in Ohio has been sold at a local Speedway, with the ticket worth $20, carrying a winning prize of $1,000,000. Lottery Winner Claims Their $1M Prize Won Off $20 Scratch Ticket The ticket for the $1,000,000 Stacked Scratch-Off game was bought by an anonymous person, who has stepped forward to claim their …
Read summary →UK Gambling Commission Raises Money Laundering Risk Level for Software Firms
Rising Anti-Money Laundering Risks in UK Gambling The UK Gambling Commission has updated its assessment of money laundering and terrorist… The post UK Gambling Commission Raises Money Laundering Risk Level for Software Firms appeared first on iGaming Express.
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CFTC’s bid to block Wisconsin prediction markets ban denied
On July 29, 2026, a federal judge denied the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) request for a preliminary injunction to block Wisconsin from implementing state gambling laws and banning prediction markets. U.S. District Judge William Griesbach made the ruling, explaining that the commission failed to show h…
Read summary →New York Sues Kalshi: “We Taking Action to Stop This Illegal Behavior”
New York has filed a state-court enforcement case against KalshiEX LLC, asking a Manhattan judge to stop the prediction-market operator from running… The post New York Sues Kalshi: “We Taking Action to Stop This Illegal Behavior” appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Court of Appeal rejects latest UK National Lottery challenge
The Court of Appeal has rejected TNLC and Northern & Shell's bid to overturn the award of the fourth National Lottery licence to Allwyn. The post Court of Appeal rejects latest UK National Lottery challenge appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Court of Appeal puts final nail in coffin of Richard Desmond’s National Lottery challenge
Allwyn UK and the Gambling Commission can rest easy after the last possible legal challenge against the fourth National Lottery licence was finally put to bed. The Court of Appeal has rejected The New Lottery Corporation (TNLC) and Northern & Shell’s request to appeal the High Court’s April 2026 rejection of a claim f…
Read summary →IG Group Agrees to Acquire Underdog for Up to $1.3 Billion
IG Group Values Underdog’s License Stack The agreement would pair IG’s retail-trading businesses with Underdog’s sports customer base and FCM,… The post IG Group Agrees to Acquire Underdog for Up to $1.3 Billion appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Brazil pushes Congress to ban algorithmic online casino games
The government of Brazil under President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is planning to push Congress to approve Bill PL 2,258/2026, which aims to ban online casino games that generate outcomes based on algorithms or electronic systems. With Congress set to return from its winter recess on August 3, 2026, the Workers’ Party…
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Oddin.gg expands regulated U.S. market access with Kansas and Wyoming approvals
These approvals enable Oddin.gg to provide its esports betting products to licensed operators in both states, expanding the company’s North American licensing footprint to 10 jurisdictions. The post Oddin.gg expands regulated U.S. market access with Kansas and Wyoming approvals first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB…
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UKGC Highlights the Rising Risks Facing the Country’s Gambling Sector
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published its latest assessment of rising risks of money laundering and terrorist financing in the gambling sector. These findings reveal a shifting landscape with several emerging threats. Advancements in the technology used for fraud and the continued growth of illegal markets a…
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Lula sanciona lei que destina parte das bets para financiar a Polícia Federal
Nova legislação cria fonte permanente de recursos para aparelhamento e custeio do auxílio-saúde da PF, PRF e Polícia Penal Federal The post Lula sanciona lei que destina parte das bets para financiar a Polícia Federal appeared first on BNLData.
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Acre Transfers Lottery Regulation to State Finance Secretariat
The government of Acre implemented a major reform in the lottery regulation by delegating the task to the State Finance Secretariat (Sefaz). On Wednesday (29), the law was published in the Official Gazette of the state and was officially enacted by Governor Mailza Assis. The new legislation gives Sefaz more powers in …
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Underdog Bought By IG Group For Up To $1.3 Billion
IG Group is buying Underdog for a total consideration of up to $1.3 billion, the London-listed financial technology company announced Thursday afternoon. Upfront consideration is $1.1 billion... The post Underdog Bought By IG Group For Up To $1.3 Billion appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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FDJ United reviews markets amid tax pressures, weighs divestments
Profit down 19% to €180m in H1
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Massachusetts Gaming Commission lawsuit to be dropped after casino player data made available
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has introduced a live application portal for researchers seeking data from the state’s casino licensees. US.- The Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) has agreed to dismiss its lawsuit against the Massachusetts Gaming Commission over access to casino player data. It says the regu…
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Brazilian government to back proposal to ban online casino games
The government will reportedly push for the approval of Bill No. 2,258/2026 in a bid to eliminate online casino gaming from Brazil’s regulated gambling market. Brazil – The federal government intends to campaign for the approval of Bill No. 2,258/2026, which aims to prohibit online casino gaming in Brazil. As reported…
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UK police make arrests over alleged illegal casino
The Gambling Commission took part in an operation against an alleged illegal casino in Bristol. UK.- Two people have been arrested and later released on bail after police carried out an operation against an alleged illegal casino in Bristol. While the raid was conducted on July 10, the Gambling Commission only reveale…
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Coljuegos announces COP $2.56trn in territorial-game health transfers under Petro
Colombia’s territorial games — lotteries, chance and the scratchcard product Raspa&Listo — transferred COP $2.56 trillion to the subsidised health regime between 2022 and 2026, according to figures presented by regulator Coljuegos. Coljuegos president Marco Emilio Hincapié told the General Assembly of the Federation o…
Read summary →Justiça do Rio Grande do Norte barra a criação da loteria municipal de Jaçanã
O Tribunal de Justiça do Rio Grande do Norte (TJRN) derrubou a legislação que instituía a loteria municipal na cidade de Jaçanã. A decisão ocorreu após o Ministério Público do […] O post Justiça do Rio Grande do Norte barra a criação da loteria municipal de Jaçanã apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Rwanda Development Board Suspends Forzza Operations Over Regulatory Violations
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced the immediate suspension of Baron Sports Gaming Ltd, popularly known as Forzza, following repeated violations for operating outside the scope of its approved licence. In a public notice issued on 30 July 2026, the RDB, which serves as the national regulator for lottery …
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SBC Summit highlights AI-powered design and invisible KYC in iGaming track
At the upcoming SBC Summit, industry leaders will explore the future of online casino development. The event's dedicated iGaming Product & Design track will examine exactly how operators can craft smoother, smarter, and more engaging experiences to drive player retention. The post SBC Summit highlights AI-powered desi…
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Why UK consumers still rely on Direct Debit
A Pay.UK report revealed Direct Debit continues to remain one of the country’s most popular payment methods but there is still room for alternatives Direct Debit in the UK processed a record five billion transactions in 2025 demonstrating its popularity among consumers and businesses despite the influx of new digital …
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Cambodian regulators shut down 72 casinos following fraud inspections
19 licenses revoked and 30 suspended
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DraftKings Predictions Sued By California Resident for Evading State Gambling Laws
DraftKings integrated Predictions into its main app last month, and the company is already facing a lawsuit alleging its new “super” app is offering illegal gambling. The lawsuit, filed in Massachusetts on behalf of a California resident, claims that its sports prediction markets “are sports bets masquerading as event…
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Massachusetts Lottery Raises $1B in Net Profit for the Commonwealth
The Massachusetts State Lottery has raised over a billion dollars in net profit for the Commonwealth during the 2026 fiscal year, according to a report by State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg. Goldberg, who chairs the lottery, thanked everyone who made this contribution possible. The Lottery Performed Very Well Accordi…
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Se realizaron apuestas deportivas por cerca de 5,3 billones de pesos en Colombia durante el Mundial
Según una estimación realizado por SuperGiros, en Colombia, se realizaron apuestas deportivas por un monto de aproximadamente 5,3 billones de pesos durante el Mundial 2026, lo que significó en impuestos […]
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Four More People Plead Guilty in Illegal Poker Cheating Case
Four people have pleaded guilty to participating in an illegal poker cheating operation. The defendants were charged last year, with one of them facing separate charges for baseball corruption. The Illegal Poker Operation Sought to Defraud High-Rollers The alleged scheme saw criminals host illegal high-stakes poker ga…
Read summary →Caixa define o novo papel das lotéricas com ampliação de serviços bancários
A Caixa Econômica Federal iniciou uma nova etapa para implementar o novo papel das lotéricas em todo o país. O objetivo da instituição é transformar as mais de 13 mil […] O post Caixa define o novo papel das lotéricas com ampliação de serviços bancários apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Health Advocacy Drops Lawsuit Against Massachusetts Gaming Commission
The Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) at Northeastern University, which in 2024 filed a lawsuit against the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) over casino data collection, has dropped the case, saying that the issue has been resolved. What Was PHAI’s Issue With the MGC? PHAI based its lawsuit on Section 97 of…
Read summary →iGaming Payment Acceptance Rates: A Diagnostic Framework for Declines and Authorisation
Define the denominator before comparing acceptance rates An acceptance-rate dashboard is only useful when every team agrees on what enters… The post iGaming Payment Acceptance Rates: A Diagnostic Framework for Declines and Authorisation appeared first on iGaming Express.
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AI identity fraud, B2B black market links emerging AML risks, says UKGC
AI tools are increasingly being used to skip KYC checks and B2B suppliers face new risks from black market revenue, the UKGC warned today. The post AI identity fraud, B2B black market links emerging AML risks, says UKGC appeared first on NEXT.io.
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IAGR reveals Lima 2026 programme to tackle global gaming oversight challenges
IAGR has announced the programme for its 2026 Annual Conference in Lima, Peru, which will take place October 19–22 to bring together global regulators and industry leaders to address the future of gaming regulation. The post IAGR reveals Lima 2026 programme to tackle global gaming oversight challenges first appeared o…
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In Push For Digital Sovereignty, West Africa’s Senegal Bets On Itself
Senegal’s national lottery operator, LONASE, unveiled LPbet in Dakar at the start of this month, positioning the platform as the next phase... Read More...
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Responsible Gambling Council report tracks shift to mandatory player protection
The first of six Sector Signals reports finds regulators in four markets converging on the same four levers,… The post Responsible Gambling Council report tracks shift to mandatory player protection appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Gamblepause Partners with Namibia Development Foundation Trust (NAMDEF) to Promote Responsible Gaming
Gamblepause Initiative Africa (Nigeria) and the Namibia Development Foundation Trust (NAMDEF) have entered into a strategic partnership to advance responsible gaming across the African continent. With the continued growth of Africa’s iGaming market, responsible gambling has emerged as a pillar of sustainable developme…
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GAT Brasil realiza hoje (30) sua programação principal e anuncia o Congresso Latino-Americano de Jogo Responsável para 2027
Com apoio da World Gaming Business, destacados representantes da indústria debaterão a atualidade do setor e o futuro da legalização de cassinos no país.
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Psiquiatras criam critérios para diferenciar apostador patológico de recreativo
Reportagem destaca que especialistas ouvidos pela Folha de S.Paulo definem perda de controle, prejuízo financeiro e isolamento social como pilares da dependência; entenda The post Psiquiatras criam critérios para diferenciar apostador patológico de recreativo appeared first on BNLData.
Read summary →Bede Gaming secures GLI-19 and GLI-33 certifications, strengthening its globally recognised position in regulated igaming
The platform provider enhances credibility with the industry’s most robust technical standards. Press release.- Bede Gaming has announced it has reached a new compliance benchmark by achieving GLI-19 and GLI-33 certifications. Achieving these globally recognised certifications reinforces Bede Gaming’s commitment to co…
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Russia’s Illegal Online Gambling Hits Eight-Year Low
Russia’s illegal online gambling market has shrunk to its smallest share in eight years, marking a sharp change in where players are placing their bets. New data from analytics platform Blask shows that unlicensed online casinos and bookmakers accounted for 40% of Russians’ online gambling demand in June 2026. That is…
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Tax pressures and lottery underperformance weigh on FDJ H1 revenue
FDJ United hinted at a review of the markets where its Kindred online betting business is active. This follows on from a planned turnaround of its UK business announced in Q1.
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Ethiopian Lottery Service Reminds Public of Betting Ban Amid Rise in Scams
Seven months after every sports betting licence was cancelled, the Ethiopian Lottery Service has moved to restate that the ban is still in place. In a notice shared on its official Telegram channel, the regulator said some groups were using the shutdown period to mislead people and push illegal betting offers. “At pre…
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Brazil’s Congress Returns to Renewed Push for Online Casino Ban Ahead of Election
Brazil’s National Congress is set to resume work on 3 August with the government of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva expected to intensify its campaign to remove online casino games from the country’s regulated gambling market, marking another significant shift in Brasília’s approach to betting policy. At the cente…
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Two arrested in alleged illegal casino operation in Bristol
The Gambling Commission was allocated £26 million of government funding in May of this year to enhance enforcement against illegal gambling.
Read summary →Brazil to Push Congress for Ban on Algorithm Based Online Casino Games
Political pressure builds around Brazil’s online casino rules Brazil’s government is preparing to intensify support for a bill that would ban… The post Brazil to Push Congress for Ban on Algorithm Based Online Casino Games appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Peru’s regulator raises the bar for online gambling
Peru has gone from debating whether to regulate online gambling to becoming one of the most closely watched licensing jurisdictions in Latin America – a shift Yuri Guerra, General Director of Casino Games and Slot Machines at Peru’s tourism ministry (MINCETUR), used a recent interview to lay out in detail, alongside t…
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