EveryMatrix has secured an omnichannel partnership with Betcenter Belgium, involving the migration of Betcenter's customer activities and operations to EveryMatrix's full technology stack. This agreement signifies EveryMatrix replacing Betcenter's existing in-house legacy platform.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) commented on the temporary restraining order issued against Kalshi, which immediately halted the prediction-market platform from offering unlicensed internet sports betting to Michigan residents. This action underscores the MGCB's commitment to enforcing licensed and regulated sports betting operations within the state.
For the first time in Denmark, spending on online casino games exceeded spending on lotteries in 2025, according to a report from the Danish Gambling Authority. This shift indicates a growing preference for online casino offerings among Danish consumers.
Betfred has been fined £900,000 by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) due to social responsibility failures. This enforcement action highlights the UKGC's continued focus on player protection and operational compliance within the iGaming industry.
Sports streaming service DAZN has launched its DAZN Bet sportsbook and online casino in Ontario, Canada. The platform offers a localized sportsbook along with live casino, slots, and table games.
Novig has launched the Eventus Validus platform to enhance its market monitoring and integrity protection ahead of its expansion as a federally regulated prediction market. This move prepares the company for nationwide operations under a single regulatory framework starting this summer.
Ilitch Companies has announced the formation of Ilitch Gaming, a new platform designed to unify its gaming, hospitality, and entertainment operations. This new entity will oversee existing gaming-related businesses and support future growth within the sector for the organization.
Caesars Entertainment is preparing to launch its online casino in Maine, following successful regulatory approvals. This expansion signifies a new iGaming market entry for Caesars and an increase in online gambling availability for Maine residents.
Fanatics is launching a 'Bad Actor Program' to address and punish bettors who engage in online abuse or threats against athletes. This initiative aims to protect athletes and deter harmful behavior within the legal sports betting ecosystem.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has initiated a lawsuit against the state of Kentucky. The CFTC seeks to prevent Kentucky from using state laws to close down CFTC-registered contract markets, asserting federal jurisdiction over these entities.
Caesars Entertainment has announced plans to launch an online casino in Maine in 2026, pending regulatory approvals. This initiative is a result of a long-term agreement with three Wabanaki Nations, aligning Caesars with tribal partners for potential iGaming operations.
Axom, an AI-powered predictive intelligence company serving the gaming industry, has secured a $2.4 million investment from the Capricorn Group. This funding will enable Axom to further develop its platform, which assists operators in maximizing player lifetime value through data-driven decisions.
Wealthsimple is partnering with Kalshi to introduce event-based prediction markets in Canada through a new app launching this summer. This collaboration will give Canadian users access to around 4,000 Kalshi contracts within regulatory frameworks approved for Wealthsimple.
A recent review indicates that a gambling tax increase in Ksa has significantly underperformed expectations, leading to a projected shortfall of €108 million in 2025 and €216 million in 2026. This unexpected outcome suggests a miscalculation in tax revenue projections or an unexpected market response to the tax hike.
PENN Entertainment has officially opened its new $360 million Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora in Illinois. This new land-based facility replaces the previous riverboat casino that had operated since 1993, representing a significant upgrade and investment in the region.
IC360 and the Big East Conference have expanded their partnership to enhance integrity and compliance across the conference and its member institutions. This collaboration provides advanced tools to maintain high standards of competition, focusing on safeguarding the integrity of sporting events and participant well-being.
MGM Resorts and BetMGM have renewed their official gaming and sports betting partnerships with Major League Baseball (MLB). This extension continues a relationship that began in 2018, making them MLB's inaugural partners in these categories.
Novig has appointed Elie Mishory as its Chief Regulatory and Legal Affairs Officer. Mishory brings extensive experience in developing prediction markets in the U.S. and will be crucial for Novig's growth in regulated betting markets.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has approved prediction market platforms Novig and ProphetX, marking a significant step for the burgeoning sector in the U.S. This approval could pave the way for increased adoption and regulatory clarity for prediction markets, which operate similarly to betting exchanges.
Red Rock Resorts has appointed J. Colby Williams as its new Executive Vice President, effective around September 8, 2026. Williams will be responsible for the company's legal, regulatory, and compliance affairs, succeeding Jeffrey Welch.
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has asked a court to hold Kalshi in contempt for allegedly failing to comply with a previous order to geofence its operations. This legal action escalates the conflict between Kalshi, a prediction market platform, and Nevada regulators concerning the legality of its offerings within the state.
Pennsylvania's gambling industry achieved a record-breaking revenue of over $625 million in May 2026, marking a 3.93% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This growth indicates a strong and expanding market within the state.
ProphetX, a sports prediction market, has launched nationwide in the US after receiving approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as a Designated Contract Market and Derivatives Clearing Organization. This approval allows them to operate legally across the country, marking a significant step for sports-native prediction markets.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) urged major tech companies to address the proliferation of illegal gambling operators online in the UK. The BGC highlighted the need for platforms to implement stricter measures to protect consumers from these unregulated entities.
The Dutch Gaming Authority has issued a penalty payment order against an unnamed organization for illegally running a promotional game of chance. This action underscores the regulator's strict enforcement of gambling laws, even concerning promotional activities.