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Australia vs Egypt Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Egypt had a strong performance so far in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the team overcoming New Zealand and drawing against both Iran and Belgium. Now, though, the team is heading against a new Oceanic contender – Australia, which is keen to advance in the tournament. It has a pretty decent chance to, but […]
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Brazil Bars Debt-Relief Enrollees From Betting Sites for Six Months
Brazil Links Betting Ad Curbs to Consumer Debt Policy Brazil’s federal government is preparing tighter restrictions on sports betting advertising… The post Brazil Bars Debt-Relief Enrollees From Betting Sites for Six Months appeared first on iGaming Express.
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‘Risk is not compelling’ newcomer SafeBets launches ‘no-wager’ predictions
Prediction markets have garnered quite a lot of attention lately. Anyone following the space knows about Kalshi and Polymarket – two companies with valuations in the multi-billions, offering features reminiscent of those seen in their gambling counterparts, but nevertheless regulated in a completely different manner. …
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NJ Could Leave It to SCOTUS to Rule Over Prediction Markets
New Jersey is pondering whether it should ask the nation’s highest court to have a say on prediction market companies and the legality of the sports services that they offer, with emphasis on their controversial sports betting options. While actively looking into this option, the Garden State is also considering impos…
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Tottenham Hotspur Names Betano Training Wear Partner
Tottenham Hotspur has agreed a three-year partnership with Kaizen Gaming’s sports betting and gaming brand Betano. The agreement will see Betano become... Read More...
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North Carolina to introduce 23% tax on sports betting
On June 30, 2026, North Carolina shared its budget for 2027, which revealed that lawmakers are planning to increase the sports betting tax for operators to 23%, compared to the previous 18% rate. Currently, the tax applies to licensed operators’ gross gambling revenue, which they have been paying since the launch of t…
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GoldenRace releases new V5 Mobile solution to drive player retention
GoldenRace, a leader in Virtual Sports and betting solutions, has officially announced the launch of its next-generation V5 mobile solution, engineered to handle high-volume player traffic without compromising performance. The post GoldenRace releases new V5 Mobile solution to drive player retention first appeared on …
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Asia Gaming eBrief: World Cup drags Macau June GGR lower, soft July outlook ahead
Macau is waiting for the rebound pass. June GGR slipped 12.1 percent to $2.29 billion, broadly matching expectations but showing a steeper-than-usual decline from May as the World Cup squeezed gaming demand. Analysts expect the drag to spill into early July, before concerts and post-tournament travel help test the mar…
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Malik Beasley Pleads Not Guilty in NBA Gambling Scheme
Ex-NBAers Ed Davis, Damon Jones also allegedly involved in plot to profit from fixed player props. Former NBA player Malik Beasley on Wednesday pleaded not guilty to four federal charges stemming from an indictment in the Eastern District of New York alleging he conspired with gamblers to rig prop bets in four games i…
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Virginia sports betting handle declines in May
The handle decreased 2.3 per cent from the same month in 2025. US.- The Virginia Lottery has released its report on sports wagering activity for May. The handle was $581.3m, down 2.3 per cent year-on-year and down from $613.9m in April. According to the report, adjusted gross revenue (AGR) was $63.3m: $62.9m online an…
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WSEX Co-Founder Jay Cohen on the Sportsbook That Saw the Future of Modern Sports Betting
Before DraftKings and FanDuel, before Kalshi and Polymarket, there was Jay Cohen and World Sports Exchange. When the gambling industry looks back on its modern roots, the conversation often begins with the Supreme Court striking down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act in 2018, opening the door for stat…
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Cassino Bet returns to FIRST.bet as sportsbook partner in Brazil
The partnership gives Cassino Bet access to FIRST’s configurable product suite, advanced trading capabilities and scalable infrastructure. Press release.- Cassino.bet.br has returned to FIRST.bet’s proprietary sportsbook technology to give the brand the product depth, trading capability and operational control needed …
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SBC abre las postulaciones para la edición 2026 de First Pitch, la competencia para startups de la industria del gaming y las apuestas
Las inscripciones para SBC First Pitch 2026 ya están abiertas. La iniciativa brindará a cinco startups emergentes de la industria del betting y el gaming la oportunidad de presentar sus proyectos en vivo durante SBC Summit, en Lisboa, y competir por un paquete de premios valorado en más de 80.000 euros. La competencia…
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BGC Slams Machine Games Duty Hike Proposal as “Damaging Policy”
The United Kingdom’s Betting and Gaming Council has responded to recent calls for an increase in the machine games duty (MGD). The council criticized the proposal, asserting that it is a “damaging policy” that would put further strain on the British gaming sector. BGC Opposed the SMF Proposal For reference, the Social…
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Meta Talked to Kalshi About Takeover Bid Before Prediction Market Pivot
Mark Zuckerberg and his social media giant, Meta, reportedly considered acquiring Kalshi before ultimately deciding to develop its own prediction market platform. Meta, which operates Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, held talks with Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour last year, three undisclosed people with knowledge of the m…
Read summary →Switzerland vs Algeria Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Switzerland is taking on Algeria, with both teams playing a strong game during the Group Stage, and now facing head-to-head. Switzerland’s robust performance at the FIFA World Cup so far and Algeria a dark horse that has a good chance of advancing. More importantly, the pair are closely-matched in the odds bookmakers …
Read summary →How not to lose control during World Football Forum 2026: 1xPartners guide to smart play
Opinion.- A major tournament has a special atmosphere. Matches every day, commentators shouting, chats exploding, and bets getting bigger. These are exactly the moments when most players make decisions driven by emotion rather than logic. Placing a bet right after a goal. Trying to win back losses after a defeat. Doub…
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FIFA World Cup weighs on Macau June GGR, July outlook soft: analysts
Macau’s June GGR fell 12.1% as the FIFA World Cup weighed on gaming demand, with analysts expecting July to remain soft. The post FIFA World Cup weighs on Macau June GGR, July outlook soft: analysts first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Michigan Judge Halts Kalshi Sports Betting Contracts With 14-Day Order
Michigan Court Orders Kalshi to Halt Sports Wagers Judge Rosemarie E. Aquilina ordered the company to implement geoblocking technology certified… The post Michigan Judge Halts Kalshi Sports Betting Contracts With 14-Day Order appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Comcast spin-off creates NBC-Sky sports rights giant
Comcast will separate into two standalone companies within a year, placing NBC’s NFL and Olympic rights alongside Sky’s Premier League and F1 deals inside a single independent media business Comcast has confirmed it will separate into two standalone public companies within about a year. One will retain the group’s bro…
Read summary →Nebraska Online Sports Betting Initiative Nears November Ballot
Two petitions await verification before Nebraska voters can decide whether to legalize online sports betting this November. Efforts in Nebraska to legalize online sports betting moved a step closer to the November ballot after supporters submitted approximately 350,000 signatures across two initiative petitions, comfo…
Read summary →NBA’s Malik Beasley Accused of Manipulating Stats to Influence Prop Bets
Malik Beasley Charged in Federal Sports Betting Fraud Case According to court documents filed in federal court, Beasley agreed to… The post NBA’s Malik Beasley Accused of Manipulating Stats to Influence Prop Bets appeared first on iGaming Express.
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North Carolina plan to raise sports betting tax to 23% added to budget
North Carolina is moving forward with an increased sports betting tax, joining other states seeking to get more revenue from the industry. The post North Carolina plan to raise sports betting tax to 23% added to budget appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Fazenda inicia processo administrativo para avaliar abusos de bets em anúncios na CazéTV
Transmissões em jogos apresentavam odds e incentivavam jogadores a realizarem apostas e não exibiam advertências em tamanho legível. As multas podem chegar a R$ 2 bilhões.
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France Moves Toward Betting Loss Caps for Young Adults in Sweeping Sports Reform
French lawmakers have advanced plans that could reshape both professional sport and online gambling, approving amendments to the Professional Sports Bill that would introduce mandatory betting loss limits for adults aged between 18 and 25. The measure has emerged as one of the most closely watched elements of a broade…
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The MiCA status of Binance, Coinbase, and more in Europe
The Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) deadline has shut and from today (1 July), those who have obtained a licence can scale their operations across Europe, while those who have not face missing out on a burgeoning crypto market. The deadline to operate in Europe’s crypto asset market has closed today (1 July), requirin…
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World Cup Betting Tour: England fans’ lack of optimism continues ahead of DR Congo clash
SBC News speaks with Betfair, Star Sports, Midnite and Flashscore in a bumper feature for its World Cup Betting Tour series ahead of England’s round of 32 tie with DR Congo. Is anyone else nervous yet? England are set to take on DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup round of 32 in just a […]
Read summary →Portugal vs Croatia Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Portugal and Croatia will see only one team progress, with Croatia’s most recent form a little shakier than their World Cup heyday, but still a threat to reckon with. On the other hand, Portugal is looking to vindicate itself, as the team’s top stars are struggling to bring their teams close to the trophy over […]
Read summary →France Approves Youth Betting Loss Cap
Assembly Clears Youth Loss Limits France’s National Assembly has approved amendments to the Professional Sports Bill that open the way… The post France Approves Youth Betting Loss Cap appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Sportradar: Unlikely heroes keep Brazil’s World Cup hopes alive
Betting data from Sportradar shows that punters overwhelmingly backed Vini Jr.. to score against Japan, while eventual heroes Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli attracted almost no support in the player goalscorer markets. Press release.- Gabriel Martinelli’s dramatic 95th-minute goal sealed Brazil’s comeback win over Ja…
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Meta Explored Kalshi Acquisition Before Building Its Own Prediction Market App
Before assigning employees to develop a prediction market platform from scratch, Meta explored a more familiar strategy: buying the company already leading the sector. People familiar with the discussions say Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg met with Kalshi founder and chief executive Tarek Mansour last year to di…
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Alcolumbre conversará com Motta sobre projeto de restrição a publicidade de bets
Presidente Davi Alcolumbre vai pessoalmente à Câmara para pedir que proposta aprovada pelo Senado em 2025 e que proíbe que atletas, artistas e influenciadores façam propaganda de apostas online seja apreciada pelos deputados The post Alcolumbre conversará com Motta sobre projeto de restrição a publicidade de bets appe…
Read summary →Spain vs Austria Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Spain has had a shaky start of the FIFA World Cup, while Austria faced some pretty tough teams and held its own regardless. Although the Austrians lost to Algeria 2-0, they managed to demonstrate fantastic ball possession and overall – keep their head in the game. Lionel Messi proved too much, though, with the Argenti…
Read summary →DAZN launches sports betting brand in Ontario
DAZN has broken new grounds in the Canadian province of Ontario, officially rolling out its sports betting platform for the domestic audience. Local news outlet Canadian Gaming Business reported that DAZN Bet launched its offering live yesterday, 30 June, and will most likely replicate this in Alberta once the iGaming…
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Nobel Economist Comments on Betting and Market Ethics
A new perspective on the ongoing discussions about sports betting, prediction markets, and the ethics of controversial economic activity is coming from a new book by Nobel Prize-winning economist Alvin Roth. Economist Flags Gambling as “Morally Contested Market” Roth’s new book looks at what he terms “morally conteste…
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Main heroes of World Football Forum 2026
From June 11 to July 19, the most anticipated football event of the year will take place across the US, Canada, and Mexico, with the whole world watching. National teams from 48 countries will compete for the title of the world’s best. The tournament is held once every four years and goes beyond the framework of a tra…
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Possible Gambling Loss Deductions Underway: NC Carolina Braces for Changes
Sports aficionados in North Carolina who enjoy making a wager now and then could finally receive the green light to deduct their gambling losses according to a series of revised rules that are currently under negotiation as per a proposed state budget that still requires votes in both chambers prior to being sent to t…
Read summary →USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
The audiences will be chanting loudly tonight – USA, USA, USA, while the guests from Bosnia and Herzegovina will have to deal with the mental pressure as well as the fact that they are tipped at (+415) to drop out of the FIFA World Cup at the end of their only knockout stage game. USA […]
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BETBAZAR Is Becoming B1(Be One)
The evolution continues. CEO Alex Iaroshenko reveals about the biggest transformation in the company’s history — why Betbazar… The post BETBAZAR Is Becoming B1(Be One) appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
Read summary →France clears path to impose youth loss limits on bookmakers
The National Assembly of France has approved a series of amendments made to the “Professional Sports Bill”, which seeks to re-order controls and protections of professional sports and athlete rights. The Bill carries a significant impact for the French online sports betting sector as it authorises the application of a…
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argenpress.info Releases World Cup Report on Argentina’s Online Gambling Market
Berlin, Germany, June 30th, 2026 New research highlights player safety challenges during football’s biggest betting event Argenpress.info has… The post argenpress.info Releases World Cup Report on Argentina’s Online Gambling Market appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Kalshi blocked from offering prediction market in Michigan
On June 29, 2026, a Michigan judge ordered Kalshi to stop offering its prediction market products to residents after Attorney General Dana Nessel accused the platform of breaching state gaming laws. Judge Rosemarie Aquilina from the Ingham County Circuit Court issued the temporary restraining order, warning that Kalsh…
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Michigan Court Orders Kalshi to Halt Sports Betting
A Michigan judge has temporarily blocked Kalshi from offering sports contracts in the state, siding with Attorney General Dana Nessel’s request for immediate action. Ingham Circuit Court Judge Rosemarie E. Aquilina issued the restraining order, saying Michigan and its citizens were being harmed by Kalshi’s operation, …
Read summary →Belgium vs Senegal Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Belgium (-155) is tipped as a slight favorite over Senegal at the upcoming game in the Round of 32. Following a few notable performances in the knockout stage so far, the Europeans will want to make sure that they do not end up as another dramatic upset at the hands of Senegal, which are poised […]
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Ex-UK MP Craig Williams admits guilt in election betting case
Craig Williams, a former Member of Parliament and private secretary to the UK’s ex-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has pleaded guilty to charges of using non-public information to place bets on the general election in 2024. Alongside Williams, staffer Amy Hind has also admitted her guilt to the same offences, as both shar…
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The evolution of prediction markets
As prediction markets evolve from niche forecasting tools into a multibillion-dollar mainstream asset class, the boundary between trading… The post The evolution of prediction markets appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Macau GGR falls 12.1% in June as World Cup weighs on demand
Macau’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) in June totaled MOP18.52 billion ($2.29 billion), down 12.1 percent year-on-year, according to data released by the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ). The post Macau GGR falls 12.1% in June as World Cup weighs on demand first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia G…
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Applications for SBC Summit’s First Pitch now open
Applications are now open for the 2026 SBC First Pitch competition, where five gaming startups will pitch live in Lisbon on October 1 for an €80,000 prize package. Press release.- Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of SBC First Pitch, where five early-stage betting and gaming startups will earn the opportu…
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Macau GGR falls 12.1% year-on-year to MOP$18.5 billion in June as operators feel impact of football World Cup
Macau’s gross gaming revenue fell to MOP$18.5 billion (US$2.29 billion) in June, down 12.1% year-on-year according to information from the […]
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Betano Data Shows Brazilian Bettors Remain Confident in National Team’s World Cup Chances
However, new betting figures released by Betano, the official sports betting brand of Kaizen Gaming, FIFA’s partner for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, show that Brazilians believe in the team’s ability to win the tournament. The statistics were compiled based on the number of bets placed between June 11 and June 24. Accordi…
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Hong Kong Police Sweeps up 19 Arrests in Match-Fixing Case
Hong Kong authorities have made arrests involving 19 suspects in an investigation into an underground bookmaking syndicate and match fixing in local soccer matches. The scandal also entailed some current players and coaches, and the syndicate is believed to have been in place for about 2 to 3 years. Operation Double-E…
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Brazilian Congressional Committee Delays Vote on Sports Betting Revenue Allocation to Federal Police Fund
The Joint Congressional Committee (CCJ) of Brazil will hold a discussion and a vote on the report for the Provisional Measure (MP) 1,348/2026 regarding allocating a certain share of the revenue from fixed-odds sports betting to the Federal Police Fund (Funapol). Currently, the examination of the proposal is planned to…
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DraftKings is bullish on new exchange, but questions remain on fee generation
Through the release of DKeX, DraftKings will captalise on trading fees, but analysts question if the company can offset massive amounts of investment.
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BGaming Launches Penalty Shot-Themed Soccer Game Kicker Mania
The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, with the soccer hype reaching new heights. BGaming isn’t quite done with the soccer theme either, as it unveiled a new game that will captivate fans of the sport. The new title is called Kicker Mania and is another #Casual addition to BGaming’s portfolio of hits. A High-Octane Soccer…
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Timeless Blaugrana: How FC Barcelona kit became symbol of football – look from 1xBet
Some kits become iconic for a single season. Others have long been an integral part of football culture. They’re instantly recognizable even without a club crest, player names, or jersey numbers. The FC Barcelona kit is one of those. The post Timeless Blaugrana: How FC Barcelona kit became symbol of football – look fr…
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Ex-jogadores da NBA são denunciados por suposto esquema de manipulação de resultados
A Justiça dos Estados Unidos denunciou os ex-jogadores da National Basketball Association (NBA) Malik Beasley e Ed Davis por suposto envolvimento em um esquema de manipulação de partidas e apostas […] O post Ex-jogadores da NBA são denunciados por suposto esquema de manipulação de resultados apareceu primeiro em iGami…
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USA vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina Odds, Picks & Predictions for World Cup Knockout Match
The 2026 World Cup continues on Wednesday with the USA taking on Bosnia & Herzegovina in the knockout round. Kickoff from Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, is set for 8 p.m. ET with live coverage on FOX. The Americans are -488 (83%) to advance at Polymarket, with Bosnia & Herzegovina priced at +456. The […] T…
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Ex-NBA Players Malik Beasley and Edward Davis Charged Over Betting Scheme
Former NBA players Malik Beasley, 29, and Edward Davis, 37, were indicted on federal charges alleging they manipulated games to win prop bets. The case also involves several other names, including Davis’ former agent. Prosecutors Charge Beasley and Davis Beasley, who most recently played as a guard with the Detroit Pi…
Read summary →Another blow to UK betting? Gov’t to raise gambling licence fees from October 2026
The Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has settled on a 25% increase on UK gambling licence fees, but unsurprisingly has noted little to no ‘appetite’ for any fee increase among gambling companies. A new licensing fee regime will come into effect on 1 October 2026, the beginning of the final quarter in a […]
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Sindicato de beisebol exige proibição imediata das apostas individuais na MLB
As apostas individuais na Major League Baseball (MLB) estão na mira do sindicato de jogadores, a Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA), que apresentou uma proposta formal para proibir esse […] O post Sindicato de beisebol exige proibição imediata das apostas individuais na MLB apareceu primeiro em iGaming …
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