As US officials prepared a mission to recover a downed airman after an Iranian attack, activity on a prediction market drew scrutiny for a different reason: users were wagering on the timing of the rescue.
On Polymarket, participants assigned …
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An Ohio proposal to increase taxes on sports betting has sparked debate among lawmakers, with supporters citing new funding and critics questioning its impact on bettors and revenue.
State Sen. Bill Blessing, R-Colerain Township, introduced SB 199, which would …
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Nevada regulators are preparing to review two high-profile cases involving the state’s list of excluded persons, commonly known as the Black Book. The Nevada Gaming Commission is set to consider whether to add a convicted bookmaker while also examining …
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A lawsuit filed in New York accuses sweepstakes operator Stake of enabling underage gambling while using cryptocurrency systems to support activity. The case claims the company’s offshore structure allowed continued access for US users, including minors.
Filed under a …
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Alberta has set July 13, 2026, as the start date for its regulated online gambling market, marking a major shift in how the province manages online betting. Officials say interest from operators has been strong, with 32 companies …
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Arizona officials have introduced a new educational program aimed at increasing awareness of gambling risks and promoting safer play. The Arizona Department of Gaming recently launched a free, self-paced Responsible Gaming Training initiative covering key aspects of responsible participation.…
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Minnesota lawmakers pushed forward a proposal to prohibit prediction markets this week, while a separate effort to authorize online sports betting stalled in committee, highlighting continued divisions over gambling policy in the state.
During a Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection …
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The Philippine gaming sector reported growth in 2025, with gross gaming revenue (GGR) reaching PHP396.14 billion, or $6.6 billion. The figure marked a 6.39 percent increase from PHP372.33 billion in 2024, driven by continued expansion in digital gaming.
Data …
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Alberta has been granted permission to intervene in a Supreme Court of Canada case that will determine whether Ontario can legally connect online poker and daily fantasy sports pools with international players. The move adds another province to a …
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Louisiana lawmakers moved forward this week with a series of bills aimed at tightening restrictions on sweepstakes casinos, advancing measures that would expand enforcement powers and increase penalties tied to online gaming operations.
In a unanimous 98-0 vote on April …
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