Aya Nakamura and DJ Snake to Headline Esports World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony

The Esports Foundation has announced Aya Nakamura, DJ Snake, and Theodora as the headline performers for the Esports World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony in Paris.

Chicago City Council Votes Down Sweepstakes Machine Ban

Vote keeps thousands of gray market machines operating as city officials remain divided on gambling expansion

Kentucky Targets Prediction Markets in Latest Regulatory Push

Latest challenge sets up another major clash between state regulators and the Trump administration

Riot Games Reveals New VCT 2027 Format and Revenue Model

VALORANT esports is set for a major overhaul in 2027 as Riot Games introduces open qualifiers, VCT Cups, expanded LAN events, and a new financial model for teams.

Massachusetts Schools Launch Sports Betting Education Program for Students

Schools across Massachusetts are introducing a new sports betting curriculum aimed at helping students understand gambling risks and develop stronger financial and media literacy skills.

Esports Nations Cup League of Legends Qualifiers Begin as 94 Nations Chase Riyadh Spots

League of Legends teams from 94 nations are competing this weekend across seven regional qualifiers for a chance to reach the Esports Nations Cup 2026 in Riyadh.

Michigan Judge Rejects Polymarket and Robinhood Injunction Requests

Ruling marks another setback for prediction market operators amid growing state scrutiny

Cayuga Nation Launches Lawsuit Against Caesars

Lawsuit centres on alleged trademark and branding violations linked to New York gaming operations

Brazilian Court Orders Valve, Riot, EA, and Other Gaming Giants to Pay Millions Over Loot Boxes

Brazil has handed down one of the largest loot box rulings in gaming history, fining major publishers and platform holders more than $58 million over consumer protection concerns.

Illinois Expands Tax Framework to Include Prediction Markets

New measures add event contract trading to the state's growing list of taxable gaming activities

All You Need to Know About Esports Nations Cup 2026 Tickets

The Esports Nations Cup has unveiled its first wave of tickets, including weekly passes, premium tournament access, and hospitality packages ahead of its inaugural event in Riyadh.

Ho-Chunk Nation Seeks to Revive Advertising Claims in Ongoing Kalshi Lawsuit

The Ho-Chunk Nation is seeking to revive advertising-related claims against Kalshi while continuing its effort to stop sports event contracts from being offered on tribal land.

Kalshi Teams Up With Argentina and Croatia During World Cup

Prediction market operator strengthens its football footprint as World Cup activity accelerates

Prediction Market Legal Battles Spread as New York, Kentucky, Nevada and New Mexico Cases Advance

Multiple states continue challenging the growing influence of event-contract platforms

Novig Enters Growing Prediction Market Sector with Federal Approval

Sports focused operator takes a major step into one of the industry's fastest growing sectors

Kalshi Faces Fresh Challenge in Nevada Geofencing Dispute

Regulators claim platform failed to fully block Nevada users despite court restrictions

ProphetX Lands Federal Approval for Prediction Market Expansion

Sports focused platform takes major step toward launching under federal oversight

Rumor Suggests Dota 2's Battle Pass Could Return Before The International 2026

A new rumor has reignited hopes of a Dota 2 Battle Pass comeback, though Valve has yet to confirm anything ahead of The International 2026.