An Illinois court has ruled in favor of Kalshi, blocking state gambling regulations from applying to the prediction market platform. The decision marks a significant legal victory for prediction markets, though broader disputes regarding sports contracts and state oversight remain unresolved nationwide.
Kambi Group plc has signed a multi-year online sportsbook agreement with UK and Irish operator QuinnBet. Under the terms of the deal, QuinnBet will migrate its operations to Kambi's Turnkey Sportsbook to support its next phase of growth.
iGaming Ontario reportedly withheld a problem gambling study that indicated significantly higher-than-expected rates of gambling harm. Records obtained through freedom of information legislation show the agency commissioned the study before Ontario's regulated online market launch in April 2022. The findings were originally intended to be published by iGaming Ontario.
Metropolitan Park, the casino and entertainment complex backed by Hard Rock International and Steve Cohen, has committed $10 million to the new Jackson Heights community center of the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens. This investment is part of Metropolitan Park's commitment to over $1 billion in community benefits.
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement announced its total gaming revenue results for September 2026.
Bet365 parent company Hillside lost its appeal in Sweden regarding breaches of duty of care and unlimited deposits. The Swedish Administrative Court of Appeal upheld earlier rulings that found Hillside (Gaming) and Hillside (Sports) in violation of player protection obligations under Swedish gambling law.
Brazil's Congress has received 99 amendments to the provisional measure banning fixed-odds betting. These amendments propose various alternatives, from restoring a regulated market to permitting sports betting while prohibiting online casino games.
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is leveraging Brazil's prohibition of fixed-odds betting in his appeal to evangelical voters. He frames this ban as a defense of family and Christian values, aiming to reduce an opponent's lead among this demographic ahead of the 25 October presidential run-off.
Two online betting operators in Chile have legally challenged the country's website blocking regime. They allege that gambling and telecommunications authorities exceeded their judicial mandates in implementing website restrictions.
Chile's Senate has extended the deadline for amendments to its online betting bill until October 26. New proposals are emerging that challenge the original plan for a competitive licensing market, indicating a shift towards prohibition.
Hippos ATG has announced it has secured a Finnish gambling licence, making it the second company to do so. This announcement precedes any official licensee decisions from the Finnish regulator.
Yurii Berest of DATA.BET discusses the evolution of prediction markets. He provides insights into their growth, arguing for their recognition as a standalone vertical within the iGaming industry, and forecasts their future trajectory.
Alberta's regulated iGaming market has expanded to 50 licensed websites operated by 29 companies, marking a significant increase since its inception. This growth coincides with the province beginning enforcement against unlicensed betting platforms following an October 13 transition deadline.
BetMGM has launched "LegendSCARY," its largest seasonal casino campaign of the year, running through November 1. This month-long Halloween program includes a themed casino title, promotions, sweepstakes, and leaderboard competitions.
A New Jersey bill, S597, advanced in the state Senate Judiciary Committee, proposing to redirect fines from underage gambling violations. These funds would be allocated to compulsive gambling prevention, education, and treatment programs.
EGT Digital has partnered with SportPesa to expand its gaming presence across Africa. This collaboration integrates EGT Digital's casino games into SportPesa's platform, offering its customers access to the provider's in-house developed portfolio.
The NBA has banned certain player prop bets and parlays, specifically those involving multiple under bets on the same player's statistics. This decision follows recent gambling investigations involving current and former players, with authorized sportsbooks being informed of the new restrictions.
Vlad-Cristian Soare, former President of Romania's ONJN, stated that problem gamblers should not become collateral during leadership transitions within the regulatory body. He offered insights into his departure and the interests potentially affected during his 16-month tenure.
Brazil has seen a surge in suspicious betting sites following its online gambling ban, according to data from the National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL). This increase raises concerns that gambling activity is shifting to unauthorized platforms.
Catena Media has withdrawn its target of double-digit organic growth for group revenue and adjusted EBITDA after reporting a "weak" Q3. Preliminary results showed a 29% year-on-year drop in revenue to €8.3m.
Austria is approaching a critical EU deadline of November 5, 2026, for the approval of its proposed new gaming orders. This date marks the expiration of the standstill period under the European Commission’s Technical Regulation Information System (TRIS) for its gambling law overhaul.
Delasport has expanded its Canadian presence by entering the Alberta market to power the launch of PlayBetNova.ca.
Kambi Group plc has secured a multi-year partnership with UK and Ireland-focused bookmaker QuinnBet. QuinnBet will migrate to Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook, gaining access to its technology, trading expertise, and network intelligence.
PAGCOR is targeting a December 2026 launch for a new mobile application designed to help players identify licensed online gaming platforms and avoid illegal gambling sites. The app aims to provide a tool for consumers to verify the legitimacy of online gaming operations.
Station Casinos and the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California are planning an October 28 opening for their new $725 million casino in Madera County. However, ongoing legal challenges from a nearby tribe could still potentially halt the gambling operations.