The Rhode Island Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, seeking a declaration that their sports-related event contracts constitute illegal sports betting under state law. This legal action could significantly impact the burgeoning prediction market industry and its classification by regulators.
Argentina's President Javier Milei has sent a gambling bill, including a gambling addiction law, to Congress. This marks the first time his administration has formally legislated on gambling.
Brazilian betting operators, represented by the National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL), have filed a direct action of unconstitutionality with the Federal Supreme Court to challenge Rio Grande do Sul's Law 16,508/2026. They are seeking to overturn the state's betting-ad law, arguing against its legality.
A Brazilian Chamber of Deputies committee has approved a bill aimed at addressing gambling addiction, allowing it to proceed directly to the Senate. This marks a significant development in the legislative framework surrounding fixed-odds betting in Brazil, focusing on public health impacts.
A Costa Rican lawmaker has introduced a bill, Expediente 25.600, aiming to overhaul the country's gambling framework. The proposed legislation would criminalize illegal gambling and establish the state lottery operator, Junta de Protección Social (JPS), as the sole regulator for all forms of games of chance.
A San Francisco Superior Court judge has issued a preliminary injunction allowing Californian cardrooms to continue offering blackjack. This ruling allows the California Gaming Association to mount a legal challenge against restrictions on the game, preventing immediate harm to the cardroom industry.
Kambi Group has partnered with Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) in a multi-year deal, providing its Turnkey Sportsbook product to CBN for online sports betting. This collaboration will initially focus on expanding into Central American and Caribbean markets, aiming to grow Kambi's presence in the Americas.
Aristocrat Interactive has expanded its agreement with ZEAL, a leading German online lottery broker, to launch its NeoGames Studio games portfolio across all 16 German states via ZEAL's LOTTO24 brand. This deal represents Aristocrat Interactive's 19th in Germany and will provide a premium suite of digital games content to LOTTO24 players.
Genting Malaysia reported a 10% increase in revenue for its first quarter, but profits declined due to significant costs associated with renovating Resorts World New York City to include table gaming facilities. The addition of Genting Casino Stratford helped offset some of the negative impacts.
The Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort has opened its first phase in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, featuring 1,350 slot machines and 20 table games. This 'introductory' casino is part of a larger $1 billion project and is strategically located near Charlotte and the South Carolina border.
EGT, a gaming technology company, has officially opened a new office in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands. This strategic expansion aims to strengthen its presence and operations within the Dutch market, celebrated with local operators and partners.
A bill currently under review by the Dominican Republic's Senate proposes to centralize the regulation and oversight of all gambling activities under the National Lottery. This move aims to unify the country's fragmented gambling sector, currently managed by various state bodies and a significant informal market.
Kiron Interactive has expanded its presence in Africa by launching its Kiron.Lite Virtual League with MojaBet brands in several countries, including DRC, Senegal, Zambia, and Nigeria. This strategic move also includes partnerships with Keedbet in Ghana and LNB Pari in Benin, significantly extending Kiron's reach in key African markets.
A majority of US gaming executives are optimistic about future industry conditions, anticipating increased investment, revenues, and stronger balance sheets. However, concerns persist regarding inflation, tariffs, and the potential risks posed by prediction market platforms offering sports event contracts.
Altenar, a leading sportsbook provider, has entered the regulated Philippine market by partnering with ArenaPlus, the flagship platform of DigiPlus Interactive Corp. This agreement will see ArenaPlus transition to being powered by Altenar's fully-managed sportsbook solution.
BETBY will provide its complete sportsbook solution, offering over 500,000 monthly events, to Vibra Gaming. This partnership aims to accelerate BETBY's expansion within the Latin American market through Vibra Gaming's regional operator network.
New analysis by H2 Gambling Capital predicts that illegal black market betting in the UK could almost double to £33bn by 2028 from £17bn in 2025. This surge would mean nearly one-fifth of all bets in the UK could be placed illegally, highlighting a growing concern for the regulated industry and authorities.
Betting operator Betr has acquired Ascent Capital Management to facilitate the launch of prediction markets within its super app. This acquisition also secures the necessary National Futures Association (NFA) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) registrations for Betr.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a lawsuit against the state of Minnesota to block a new law that criminalizes the operation or assistance in prediction markets. This legal challenge aims to prevent the enforcement of a state law that could impact the legality of prediction market activities within Minnesota.
Sun International is challenging South African regulators' decision to permit rival Tsogo Sun to relocate its Caledon casino license to the Helderberg region. This legal dispute could significantly delay a project that has been in development for a decade.
The German state of Schleswig-Holstein has initiated the privatization of its four state-owned casinos, inviting interested operators to bid for the properties in Kiel, Lübeck, Schenefeld, and Flensburg. This move signifies a shift in ownership for a significant portion of the region's land-based gambling market.
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and S&K Gaming have opened the new 400 Horses Casino in Montana, featuring 300 gaming machines across 35,000 square feet. This development represents a significant investment in tribal economic growth, job creation, and the advancement of tribal sovereignty through gaming.
Boldt S.A. has been awarded a 20-year concession to operate the Hermitage, Tandil, and Miramar casinos in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. This follows a tender process by the Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos (IPLyC) covering slots, refurbishment, and ancillary services, solidifying Boldt's long-term presence in the region.
The Mill Adventure, a platform provider, has achieved GLI-19 certification, a key step for its North American expansion. This certification validates the integrity, KYC, and reporting capabilities of its platform, positioning the company for its upcoming entry into the regulated Ontario market.
Golden Whale, an iGaming AI and machine learning provider, has partnered with Discerning Capital & PVX (House Advantage Fund). This collaboration aims to enhance user acquisition funding for iGaming companies by integrating Golden Whale's AI-driven optimization into the 'Scale in a Box' strategy.