Wyoming lawmakers have proposed legislation to ban online sweepstakes games, classifying their operation as a felony. The state's Select Committee on Gaming unanimously sponsored the draft bill to clarify the legal status of these games, which have caused regulatory confusion. This move comes as current Wyoming law prohibits online casino games.
The headline poses a question regarding SCOTUS involvement in a prediction markets case, following the CFTC's proposed rules on swaps. This development occurs after an appellate court categorized sports event contracts as wagers on sports, with the CFTC now aiming to broaden the definition of swaps to include these derivatives.
The UK's Prize Competition Council (PCC) has appointed Tom Banks as its inaugural Executive Director. Banks will focus on supporting members' compliance with the DCMS Code of Good Practice for Prize Draw Operators and representing the sector to government and regulators. The PCC, formed earlier this year, has grown from eight to 65 members.
Stephen Dametto, Commissioner of the New South Wales Crime Commission, is confirmed as a speaker for Regulating the Game 2027. He will join international regulatory, law enforcement, and financial intelligence leaders from Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. The conference is scheduled for March 8-10, 2027, in Sydney.
Entain and Stake are among the companies that have advanced in the New Zealand iGaming license bid process. Betway has also been granted the right to bid for three potential iGaming licenses, alongside the land-based incumbent SkyCity.
Hard Rock is entering the online sports betting market in the Netherlands after receiving regulatory approval from the Dutch gambling regulator, KSA. This expansion follows two years of online casino operations by Hard Rock Casino in the Netherlands, with Spincore Group operating a Hard Rock Digital online casino since July 2024.
Renowned lawyer Luiz Felipe Maia believes that a ban on betting would not be upheld by the Brazilian Judiciary and Congress. He suggests such a ban would create distrust towards Brazil among industry stakeholders.
iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson highlights the distinction between a license provider and a regulatory adviser for operators. He explains that while a license solves a defined problem, a regulatory adviser assists operators in aligning licensing, corporate structure, compliance, and market access with their business goals and long-term growth plans.
The 2026 Gaming in Spain Conference is scheduled for October 15 in Madrid at the Auditorio ECIJA. The event will gather regulatory officials, industry representatives, legal experts, and law enforcement officials to discuss developments in Spain's regulated iGaming market.
Wazdan has entered into a content deal with Danish operator Danske Spil Casino to make its slot portfolio available to Danish players. This agreement will see Danske Spil Casino offer Wazdan’s diverse range of slots, including popular titles from the Coins, Mighty Wild, and Hot Slot series.
The DGOJ has opened a public participation period for a draft resolution concerning a mechanism for detecting risky behaviors. This initiative aims to establish guidelines for identifying and addressing problematic gambling patterns.
Pennsylvania State Police will begin seizing skill game machines and pursuing criminal prosecution for unlicensed locations from Wednesday, October 14. This action follows the expiration of the state Supreme Court's 120-day safe harbor and lawmakers' failure to pass a plan for taxation and regulation.
A SOFTSWISS panel found that licensing costs represent only a fraction of the total market entry expenses for African iGaming. The discussion highlighted the broader economics of launching in the African iGaming market, focusing on South Africa as a key case study.
DATA.BET has signed a deal with SportsDey to provide its full iFrame sportsbook solution for the African market. This agreement allows SportsDey to expand its offering in the region without needing to build its own trading and risk infrastructure, with the product already live.
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has received approval to test online casino platforms in New Zealand's newly regulated market. This authorization aligns with the country's implementation of the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026, which establishes the framework for online casino operations.
The UK gambling sector is experiencing a 'split personality problem' regarding the debate over gambling taxes, as different parties hold contradictory positions. This tension has been evident throughout the year, especially following the April increase in Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) from 21% to 40%.
Lottomatica and CIRSA have approved a merger plan, with Lottomatica set to absorb CIRSA to form a combined entity targeting over €4.5 billion in annual revenues. The agreement includes an $831 million shareholder capital return upon completion of the merger.
Just Slots has partnered with Wildz Group, providing its portfolio of original titles to Wildz Group's brands, including Wildz Casino. This agreement gives players access to popular games such as Sugar Heaven, Dynamo's Show and Shogun Skylord.
New Zealand has named the operators cleared for the second stage of its licensing process for online gambling. Eleven brands, including Entain, SkyCity, Stake, and Betway, are now eligible to apply for the 15 available online licenses under the new regime.
Nevada gaming regulators are advancing an overhaul of technical standards for gaming equipment and systems. The revised standards are projected to be implemented on October 1, 2027. This initiative aims to consolidate existing requirements spread across various regulatory documents.
BETBY is expanding its presence in the Polish betting market shortly after its initial launch. Following a deal with local bookmaker Betters in mid-September 2026, the company has secured a new partnership to further its reach in the region.
Betfred reported an $85 million pre-tax profit for the 2025-26 financial year. The company plans to close 132 betting shops, reduce spending, and withdraw from a major sports sponsorship due to higher UK gambling taxes. This represents approximately 10% of its retail network.
Kalshi, a federally regulated prediction market, saw significant trading activity on contracts related to the 2026 NFL draft. Customers traded 598,464 contracts on Jeremiyah Love being the third overall pick, highlighting the volume of activity on such platforms. This occurs as states review sportsbook draft bets, though Kalshi's offerings are distinct from traditional sportsbooks.
The NFL has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to address conflicting federal appeals court rulings regarding oversight of sports prediction markets. This request aims to clarify whether such contracts fall under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's (CFTC) exclusive jurisdiction or are subject to different regulatory interpretations.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has proposed two regulatory measures to clarify federal oversight of prediction markets. These proposals aim to classify event contracts as swaps while explicitly excluding traditional casino-style gambling products from the definition of a swap.