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Former Fresno State Manager Charged with Gambling Fraud
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has taken action against Samuel Silverman, a former Fresno State men’s basketball team manager and DraftKings employee. Silverman has been arrested following an investigation into suspicious BetMGM wagers involving college proposition bets. He was allegedly part of a larger schem…
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Looking Back at the Biggest Upset in Sports Betting History One Decade Later
There’s no better feeling than betting on a big underdog only to watch them pull off the upset and cash a big ticket in the process. It doesn’t happen often, which is what makes the biggest upsets remain in our collective memory for years to come. Here, we examine the biggest upset in sports betting […] The post Looki…
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Senators urge regulation of prediction markets to protect tribal sovereignty
The senators propose two key amendments to the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act and the Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act. US.- Twelve Democratic senators are calling for amendments to pending digital asset bills to address prediction markets that offer sports wagering and casino-style games. In a letter to the Sen…
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Cardinals scout denies wrongdoing in NFL betting case, vows to appeal suspension
The Arizona Cardinals' head of college scouting has vehemently denied allegations that he leaked intel on the team’s draft picks for betting purposes.
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U.S. Sen. Heinrich joins New Mexico tribes in push to shield tribal gaming from prediction markets
Amid CLARITY Act discussions U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
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Chair: Congress Should Not Be Silent On Prediction Markets
A Congressional subcommittee hearing on prediction markets made one thing clear: there will be more hearings. On Tuesday, five witnesses testified before a subcommittee of the House Committee on... The post Chair: Congress Should Not Be Silent On Prediction Markets appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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1xBet recap: How Conor McGregor could have won $3.6 million on the 2026 football final
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Online Betting Surges in Kazakhstan: Digital Firms Eclipse Land-Based Rivals
The online betting market grew by 965% in Kazakhstan last year, with residents placing $786 million in web-based bets. Online gambling now accounts for almost two-thirds of the country’s entire betting market, per a report from the Kazakh media outlet Finprom, citing data from the Bureau of National Statistics. In 202…
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US iGaming brand rankings 2026: who’s challenging the FanDuel-DraftKings duopoly
The US regulated iGaming market keeps growing, but demand isn’t moving to licensed operators at the same pace. New Blask data for the first half of 2026 shows that rising GGR among licensed operators doesn’t automatically mean demand is shifting into the regulated sector. On paper, FanDuel and DraftKings are the undis…
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Study finds Brazilians increasingly view betting as income source rather than entertainment
A growing number of Brazilians are viewing online betting as a potential way to earn money rather than simply a recreational activity, according to an investigation by Agência Pública, a Brazilian non-profit investigative journalism organisation, which examined how public attitudes towards gambling have changed alongs…
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Commercial and Tribal Gaming Post Record Revenue Despite Industry Warnings Over Prediction Markets
New AGA and NIGC reports show that commercial and tribal gaming revenue continues to grow, despite the growing popularity of prediction markets. The U.S. gaming industry is posting record revenue even as trade groups, regulators and tribal organizations intensify warnings that prediction markets threaten sportsbooks, …
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US sportsbooks call 2026 World Cup the biggest betting event ever after record final handle
Event shattered several records
Read summary →McGregor’s Globe Cup bet: One prediction, endless debate
Ahead of the Globe Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina, former UFC champion Conor McGregor shared a bold bet with his millions of followers. As a global ambassador for 1xBet, McGregor revealed that he had wagered $100,000 on Spain to win 3-2 in regular time at odds of 36.00, giving the bet a potential […]
Read summary →Kambi Group agrees player account management platform partnership with MHA Nation’s 4 Bears Casino & Lodge
Latest agreement will see 4 Bears Casino & Lodge launch reservation-wide mobile sports betting, following the successful launch of Kambi’s on-property sportsbook in March. Press release.- Kambi Group has agreed a partnership to provide its proprietary player account management (PAM) solution to the Mandan, Hidatsa and…
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Kambi and RETABET Group sign multi-year Odds Feed+ agreement
The multi-year partnership provides RETABET Group with access to Kambi’s library of traded odds through a single API integration The post Kambi and RETABET Group sign multi-year Odds Feed+ agreement first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Prediction Market Numbers for World Cup: Millions More Users, Billions Traded, Market Makers Win Big
The World Cup attracted record-breaking trading volumes at prediction markets. Millions of users downloaded the apps of Kalshi and Polymarket and traded billions of dollars during the 39-day tournament. In an expanded 48-team format, analysts predicted the event would comfortably attract more than the $35 billion in w…
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Spain’s 16-year-old strategy won the World Cup Again
Spain entered the World Cup semifinals as the least-backed of the four teams on GR8_TECH’s sportsbook, accounting for just 11.61% of semifinal betting volume, behind England (17.24%), Argentina (33.79%), and France (37.36%). Of course, as the finals rolled in, it was a favorite—and proved the prediction absolutely rig…
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Tribal Casinos Post Record Revenues, But Sports Betting Dips Amid ‘Explosive Rise’ of Prediction Markets
Tribal gaming receipts hit an all-time high last year, new figures show, with commercial casinos also reporting record revenues. However, sports betting has taken a dip, with industry chiefs blaming the “explosive rise” of prediction markets. The most recent National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) gross gaming revenu…
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Infantino heads for fourth term as governance row widens
Seventy-two MEPs, UEFA and La Liga’s Javier Tebas have all challenged Gianni Infantino in the past fortnight. He faces no rival for the presidency. La Liga President Javier Tebas has told La Gazzetta dello Sport Gianni Infantino’s time was up as the head of FIFA, that FIFA’s election system was “rotten at its core” an…
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Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup Triumph Fuels Record June for North Carolina Sports Betting
North Carolina’s legal sports betting market posted its strongest June since mobile wagering began, powered by a rare combination of marquee events and an NHL championship run that captured statewide attention. Online sportsbooks handled nearly $590 million in bets during June 2026, a total that outpaced the same mont…
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Tonybet awards golden World Cup card prize to Canada player
The win closes out Tonybet’s three-tier World Cup promotion, which has also produced winners in Ireland and Canada.… The post Tonybet awards golden World Cup card prize to Canada player appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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FeedConstruct Expands Into Nicaraguan Football
FeedConstruct Secures Nicaraguan Rights FeedConstruct has added Nicaragua’s Liga Primera and Copa Primera to its global sportsbook offer after securing… The post FeedConstruct Expands Into Nicaraguan Football appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Building a scalable sportsbook trading ecosystem through algorithmic pricing, risk automation, and live market management
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bet-at-home goes live across sportsbook and casino with Fast Track
Fast Track brings a real-time customer model across CRM, Rewards and Greco, player engagement, gamification and loyalty strategies bet-at-home, the European online sports betting and gaming operator, is live with Fast Track, using the platform to manage player engagement across its sportsbook and casino. Founded in 19…
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Tonybet player in Canada claims $20,000 CAD golden World Cup card prize
Tonybet says a player in Laurier-Station, Canada has claimed the “golden card” prize worth $20,000 CAD in the… The post Tonybet player in Canada claims $20,000 CAD golden World Cup card prize appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Fast Track powers bet-at-home’s sportsbook and casino operations
Fast Track gives bet-at-home’s team a single real-time customer model across CRM, Rewards and Greco, enabling the operator to scale player engagement, gamification and loyalty strategies, and build a gameplay intelligent bonus strategy from one connected platform. The post Fast Track powers bet-at-home’s sportsbook an…
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FeedConstruct adds elite football from Nicaragua to global offer
FeedConstruct will bring Nicaraguan top-tier football to its global network thanks to an exclusive deal that secures the streaming and data rights for Liga Primera and Copa Primera. The deal includes whistle-to-whistle live broadcasts of every game across the tournaments, significantly expanding FeedConstruct’s offeri…
Read summary →GR8_TECH: Industry pros backed Spain from World Cup day one
The betting industry knows its football according to gaming technology firm GR8_TECH The Cyprus company has released the data from its Team of Champions activation, an industry-focused initiative which invited industry figures to bet on the tournament. Out of the 48 answers, the four most-backed picks were Argentina, …
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SCCG Management and Trivver Partner to Transform Gaming with AI-Powered Interactive Commerce
SCCG Management has entered a strategic partnership with Trivver, Inc., a spatial AI technology company holding more than… The post SCCG Management and Trivver Partner to Transform Gaming with AI-Powered Interactive Commerce appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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The Rest is Football: From the World Cup to the Premier League
The Rest is Football podcast and show will return to Netflix for the next two years as the popularity of its World Cup coverage will be available to Premier League fans. Gary Linekar’s The Rest is Football podcast and show will remain on Netflix covering the 2026/27 Premier League season. Goalhanger, the parent compan…
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Kalshi Sees 3M New Users Join During FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup has brought losses to some and wins to others. This is the case of Drake, who lost at least $1.5 million on the tournament final game, and Kalshi – which has, just the opposite, gained 3 million fresh subscriptions during the several-week event. World Cup Brings in Benefits for the Prediction […]
Read summary →Spain’s 16-year-old strategy won the World Cup again: GR8_TECH
GR8_TECH’s TEAM OF CHAMPIONS activation successfully predicted Spain as the 2026 FIFA World Cup winner, despite sportsbook betting volume placing the team last among the four semifinalists. Press release.- Spain entered the World Cup semifinals as the least-backed of the four teams on GR8_TECH‘s sportsbook, accounting…
Read summary →FIRST.bet sportsbook enters Pragmatic PAM ecosystem
FIRST.bet has executed a key technology and commercial agreement by integrating its sportsbook platform with Pragmatic Solutions PAM systems. Announced this morning, Pragmatic Solutions has integrated the full-services sportsbook solutions offered by FIRST.bet, that will be made available to new and upcoming customers…
Read summary →Kambi Group signs Odds Feed+ agreement with RETABET Group
Multi-year partnership provides RETABET Group with access to Kambi’s library of traded odds through a single API integration. Press release.- Kambi Group has agreed a multi-year partnership with RETABET Group, a leading sports betting operator with an established online and retail presence in the Spanish and Peruvian …
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Drake’s Cruse Strikes Again, as Rapper Loses Money on Bets He Placed
Drake’s sports bets have been the butt of Internet humor, and he has just fueled more oil into the fire. The rapper, known for his beef with Kendrick Lamar, and his proclivity for six-figure wagers, has lost a bunch of those over the past several days. Drake Does It Again – Losses a Bunch of […]
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One prediction, endless debate: How Conor McGregor could have won $3.6 million on the Globe Cup 2026 final
The World Cup 2026 crowned a new champion. Conor McGregor once again proved that one social media post is enough to put him at the center of the global conversation. The post One prediction, endless debate: How Conor McGregor could have won $3.6 million on the Globe Cup 2026 final first appeared on Asia Gaming News | …
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Council of Europe Invites FIFA to Boost Integrity Protection for Next World Cup
The much-anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina had not kicked off yet on Sunday, July 19, when Europe’s leading human rights organization decided to deliver an unusual message to the world football’s governing body. In an open letter sent to FIFA by Alain Berset, Secretary General of the Co…
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Altenar powers Gran Fondo Isle of Man in 2026
Altenar, a global leader in sportsbook technology is sponsoring Gran Fondo Isle of Man as title sponsor for… The post Altenar powers Gran Fondo Isle of Man in 2026 appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) Welcomes Dr. Matt Gaskell, MBE, as PHAI’s First International Consultant on Gambling Policy
The Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) has announced the appointment of Dr. Matt Gaskell, MBE, as the… The post Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) Welcomes Dr. Matt Gaskell, MBE, as PHAI’s First International Consultant on Gambling Policy appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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QCI Resorts Unveils Agentic Resort Operations Powered by Unified Real-Time Intelligence
Quick Custom Intelligence Inc. (QCI), creator of QCI Resorts, announced the next evolution of its Unified Intelligence Platform… The post QCI Resorts Unveils Agentic Resort Operations Powered by Unified Real-Time Intelligence appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
Read summary →House Agriculture Subcommittee to Hold Prediction Markets Hearing
Hearing Title: Examining Customer Protections and Market Integrity in Sports Event Prediction Markets Date: July 21, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m.… The post House Agriculture Subcommittee to Hold Prediction Markets Hearing appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Hunch reports 78% matchday retention for Brazil World Cup free-to-play push
Hunch, the free-to-play games unit within the Super Technologies (Super) ecosystem, said on July 21, 2026 that its… The post Hunch reports 78% matchday retention for Brazil World Cup free-to-play push appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Underdog reveals new in-house prediction market
Daily fantasy sports operator Underdog has announced the launch of its new in-house prediction market platform following its acquisition of CFTC-regulated Aristotle Exchange in early 2026. The exchange is fully owned and operated by Underdog and will be available directly in its existing application. With the new pred…
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Council of Europe urges FIFA dialogue on betting integrity
The call follows a suspended match sanction and FIFA’s first-ever prediction market partnership during the 2026 tournament. Prediction… The post Council of Europe urges FIFA dialogue on betting integrity appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Rapper Drake loses $1.5M after failed World Cup bet
Canadian rapper Drake has lost $1.5 million after placing a bet on Argentina defeating Spain during the FIFA World Cup final on July 19, 2026. According to a publication made on July 18, one day before the FIFA final, Drake had placed a $1.5 million bet on Argentina winning the tournament under a regulation-time condi…
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Kalshi Expands Into Drug Trial Betting With New FDA and Clinical Research Markets
Prediction market platform Kalshi is moving into pharmaceutical research, giving users the chance to wager on whether experimental medicines will clear clinical trials and secure approval from the US Food and Drug Administration. The company unveiled a new category of markets covering both clinical trial outcomes and …
Read summary →Kambi Group plc Signs Odds Feed+ Agreement with RETABET Group
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the home of premium sports betting solutions, has agreed a multi-year partnership with RETABET Group, a leading sports... Read More...
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FIRST.bet se integra con la plataforma de iGaming de Pragmatic Solutions para impulsar el crecimiento estratégico del sportsbook
La integración incorpora el motor de apuestas deportivas totalmente gestionado de FIRST.bet al ecosistema de PAM de Pragmatic Solutions, brindando a los... Leer más... La entrada FIRST.bet se integra con la plataforma de iGaming de Pragmatic Solutions para impulsar el crecimiento estratégico del sportsbook se publicó …
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Kambi Group plc firma un acuerdo de Odds Feed+ con el Grupo RETABET
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), proveedor líder de soluciones premium para apuestas deportivas, ha firmado una asociación por varios años con el Grupo... Leer más... La entrada Kambi Group plc firma un acuerdo de Odds Feed+ con el Grupo RETABET se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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World Cup integrity questioned by rights body urging FIFA to protect 2030 tournament
GENEVA (AP) — Europe’s top human rights body questioned the integrity of the World Cup and urged FIFA on Sunday to help build a stronger framework for the 2030 edition being played mostly in Spain and Portugal. “The next crisis has already begun. It has two names: money and power,” the head of the 46-nation... Read mo…
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Macau Daily GGR Rises as World Cup Distraction Fades, Citi Keeps July View
Macau’s daily gross gaming revenue rose about 9% in the past week from the week of July 6, as distractions from the global soccer tournament continued to fade, according to Citi. The bank said the latest reading supports its view that July gaming revenue is still set to come in lower year on year, but […] The post Mac…
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NFL Futures at Kalshi: Rams Top Odds Board as Betting Favorite to Win Super Bowl 61
The Los Angeles Rams are a solid betting favorite to win Super Bowl 61, with +488 odds and a 17% implied probability at Kalshi. If the Rams lift the Lombardi Trophy at season’s end, it would be the third Super Bowl title in franchise history. NFL futures are available at any time of the year. […] The post NFL Futures …
Read summary →Jay Cohen’s ‘Odds Man Out’ Details Rise and Fall of World Sports Exchange, the Template for Modern Day Sportsbooks
The co-founder of an Antigua-based sportsbook laments in his autobiography what he believes was a miscarriage of justice, spearheaded by pro sports leagues, that led to his prosecution. Odds Man Out is a one-sided airing of grievances. And Jay Cohen has a lot of them. The just-released memoir exists because Cohen stil…
Read summary →World Cup Heats Up Prediction Market Vibes On Wall Street
The World Cup gave Wall Street its clearest evidence yet of prediction markets as a vital component in the US sports betting landscape as record trading, better pricing and growing investment... The post World Cup Heats Up Prediction Market Vibes On Wall Street appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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NFL Bans Cardinals Executive Ryan Gold Indefinitely Over Gambling Policy Breach
The NFL announced Friday that Arizona Cardinals personnel executive Ryan Gold has been suspended without a set end date after violating the league’s gambling rules. Investigators found that Gold shared confidential draft information before the Cardinals’ 2026 selections were made public and also placed parlay bets on …
Read summary →Arizona Department of Gaming to open application window for limited sports betting licences
There are 10 licences available to offer retail sports betting at racetrack enclosures and associated off-track betting locations. US.- The Arizona Department of Gaming has announced that it will open an application window for limited event wagering operator licences beginning on August 13. Up to ten licences will be …
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