Sportsbook provider Altenar has partnered with Malta-based Wildz Group to power the operator's upcoming sports betting launch in Finland's newly regulated market, scheduled for July 2027. Wildz Group is the first operator to publicly announce it has secured an online gambling licence ahead of the market's opening.
The National Basketball Association has entered into agreements naming Kalshi and Polymarket as its preferred prediction market exchanges. In parallel, the league signed a memorandum of understanding with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to facilitate regulatory cooperation and data sharing on NBA-related contracts.
The NBA has entered the prediction markets sector through new agreements with CFTC-regulated platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. The framework establishes NBA-related prediction markets and includes an expanded partnership with DraftKings covering sports trading alongside its sportsbook operations.
The NBA has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and established partnerships with prediction market platforms. The initiative marks the league's formal entry into the prediction market landscape at the start of the 2026-27 season.
The NBA has established an integrity framework alongside new commercial partnerships with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. The agreements introduce key integrity safeguards for NBA-related markets, including specific limitations on permissible betting offerings.
Trading volume on prediction markets linked to the 2026 US midterm elections has exceeded $1.4 billion, according to an analysis by CNN. The milestone comes amid heightened interest in contract-based forecasting as an alternative to traditional political opinion polling. The performance of these markets during the election cycle is viewed as a key test for their broader credibility and mainstream adoption.
Trading volume on prediction markets tied to the 2026 US midterm elections has surpassed $1.4 billion, according to an analysis by CNN. The milestone reflects expanding adoption of political betting contracts amid persistent skepticism surrounding traditional opinion polling. The performance of these platforms in predicting race outcomes will serve as a critical test of their long-term credibility as forecasting tools.
The National Basketball Association has established a formal framework for league-related prediction markets, naming Kalshi and Polymarket as its preferred partners. As part of the initiative, the NBA also entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) is seeking final feedback on proposals to lower auditing and operating costs for small and mid-sized bookmakers. The consultation evaluates the profit threshold at which operators are mandated to provide an independent accountant’s report verifying assessable UK racing profits.
DraftKings has risen to third place in the prediction market rankings following a sharp increase in trading activity over recent weeks. Although the operator continues to trail Kalshi and Polymarket in notional volume, chief executive Jason Robins expressed satisfaction with the platform's recent growth trajectory.
PrizePicks' digital packs offering instant buybacks have raised regulatory and industry debate regarding whether the feature blurs the line between traditional collecting and gambling.
Michigan experienced a sharp rise in online sports betting activity in September 2026, generating an aggregate handle of $544.8 million. The total marks a 64.9% increase compared to the state's figures from August 2026.
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins announced that the company’s proprietary prediction market exchange, DKeX, has risen to become the third-largest platform in the US just months after launching in late June. Speaking at the NEXTPredict Summit in New York City, Robins highlighted the rapid adoption and growth of the in-house product.
FTSE 100 financial trading firm IG Group has unveiled plans to enter the UK prediction markets space, targeting a rollout in late Q4 2026. The move marks the company's return to the sports wagering and betting sector after a 16-year absence.
Midnite has extended its partnership with the World Snooker Tour, becoming the official UK betting and casino partner across all three Triple Crown events. Under the expanded agreement, the operator adds the UK Championship to its existing sponsorships of the World Snooker Championship and the Masters.
BetMGM has agreed to a one-year extension of its partnership with the National Football League, maintaining its status as an Official Sports Betting Partner in Canada. Building on an agreement established in 2022, the renewal grants the operator continued rights to NFL intellectual property, brand activations, and fan experiences.
Better Collective has expanded its subscription offering into prediction markets through the launch of Prediction Pro.
Altenar has partnered with Greentube to power Admiral Bet’s online sportsbook in Spain, expanding its presence in the regulated European market. The deployment provides the Spanish operator with Altenar's full betting technology stack, including pre-match and in-play coverage, risk management, and promotional tools.
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.
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.
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.
BetMGM has renewed its partnership with NHL player Connor McDavid, extending his role as an ambassador. McDavid, who has been with BetMGM since March 2022, will continue to appear in the operator's responsible gambling initiatives. This renewal aims to further promote responsible gambling efforts.
Kambi Group has secured a multi-year sportsbook partnership with QuinnBet, a UK and Irish operator. Under the agreement, QuinnBet will integrate Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook platform to enhance its online sports betting services.
Prediction markets are observing significant trading activity related to the 2026 US midterm elections, with volume approaching $1 billion. This reflects a substantial increase in interest and engagement on election contracts within these markets.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup boosted France's regulated gambling market, preventing a slowdown in H1 GGR. Total market GGR (excluding casinos) reached €5.66bn for January-June, marking a modest 0.5% year-over-year growth, a significant deceleration from the 4.1% growth seen in the same period of 2025.