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138 stories·Updated Aug 20, 2026

Florida UMG

RegulationRyan Cauchi1 min read

Florida Sues Stake, Chumba and Other Sweepstakes Casinos

State launches legal action against several sweepstakes operators as scrutiny of the sector continues to grow

Wisconsin UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Novig Challenges Wisconsin in Federal Court Over Prediction Markets

Operator seeks to block potential enforcement as debate over state and federal authority continues

Polymarket UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read

Denmark Blocks Access to Polymarket in Gambling Crackdown

Court ruling orders internet providers to block the prediction market platform as regulators step up enforcement against unlicensed operators

Pennsylvania UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Pennsylvania Looks to Create State Rules for Prediction Markets

New bill proposes a state level framework focused on consumer protection rather than banning prediction markets

Connecticut UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read

Connecticut Judge Rejects CFTC Bid in Latest Kalshi Ruling

Court says the regulator cannot override its decision as Kalshi's legal battle with the state continues

Kalshi loss on Washington Court

Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read

Kalshi Takes Another Court Loss As Washington Orders Prediction Markets To Shut Down

Kalshi has suffered another court setback after a Washington judge ordered the prediction market to stop offering sports and other event contracts in the state.

Wisconsin UMG

RegulationRyan Cauchi1 min read

Novig Takes Wisconsin to Court Over Potential Enforcement

Prediction market operator seeks federal protection as legal battle over sports event contracts continues to spread

Novig UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read

Novig Raises Minimum Age to 21 for Prediction Market Users

Operator becomes the first CFTC regulated prediction market to introduce a nationwide 21+ age requirement

Maryland UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Baltimore Takes Kalshi and Polymarket to Court Over Sports Contracts

City claims the prediction market operators are offering unlicensed sports wagering in the latest legal challenge facing the industry

Washington UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read

Washington Tells Kalshi to Block Access for State Users

Regulator tells prediction market operator to block access for Washington residents as legal pressure continues to build

What's the next state to legalize sports betting and igaming

Industry NewsCJ Zambale6 min read

Which States Could Legalize Sports Betting and iGaming Next?

Nebraska, Alabama and Georgia could be next for sports betting, while Virginia, D.C. and New York remain key iGaming markets to watch.

Tribal Casino Leaders vs Prediction Markets

TribalCJ Zambale5 min read

Tribal Gaming Leaders Prepare For A Supreme Court Fight Over Prediction Markets

The Indian Gaming Association is preparing for a potential Supreme Court fight over prediction markets as tribal leaders push Congress to protect tribal gaming interests.

novig vs New York State

Industry NewsCJ Zambale5 min read

Novig’s New York Lawsuit Reveals How Prediction Markets Changed Their Regulatory Strategy

Novig is taking New York to federal court after relaunching as a sports-focused prediction market, highlighting the industry's growing fight over federal and state gambling authority.

Kalshi vs New York

Industry NewsCJ Zambale4 min read

CFTC Orders Kalshi to Keep Operating in New York as Prediction Market Fight Escalates

The CFTC has issued an emergency declaration allowing Kalshi to continue operating in New York despite state efforts to shut down its prediction markets.

Connecticut UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Connecticut Judge Deals Kalshi Another Legal Setback

Court refuses to block state regulators, ruling the platform's sports event contracts should be treated as sports wagers

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Gaming

TribalCJ Zambale5 min read

NIGC Chair Vacancy Leaves Tribal Gaming Industry Without Key Federal Oversight

The National Indian Gaming Commission has operated without a permanent chair since January, leaving tribal casino operators facing regulatory delays as new challenges emerge across the gaming industry.

Novig New York UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Novig Takes Legal Action Against New York and Massachusetts After Prediction Market Launch

Operator moves quickly to challenge state regulators as legal battle over prediction markets continues to widen

esports-players-harassment

RegulationCJ Zambale2 min read

Arizona Betting Concerns Highlight Growing Need to Protect Young Esports Players

Concerns surrounding youth sports betting are highlighting similar challenges in esports, where young competitors face online harassment and growing integrity risks.

Wisconsin UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Federal Judge Rejects CFTC Request in Wisconsin Prediction Market Case

Court allows Wisconsin's legal action against prediction market operators to continue while the wider case moves forward

New York Kalshi UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

New York Takes Kalshi to Court Over Prediction Markets

State alleges the platform is operating an unlicensed gambling business as the legal fight over prediction markets continues

George Santos settles

Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read

CFTC Fines George Santos $35,000 Over Kalshi Prediction Market Trading

George Santos has been fined approximately $35,000 and banned from CFTC-regulated markets for three years after the regulator concluded he manipulated a Kalshi prediction market tied to the 2026 State of the Union.

kalshi-sixth-circuit-legal-battle

Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read

Sixth Circuit Hears Oral Arguments in Kalshi Sports Prediction Market Appeal

The Sixth Circuit has heard oral arguments in Kalshi's latest legal battle over sports prediction markets, with the case potentially setting the stage for a future U.S. Supreme Court review.

Prediction Markets on Wall Street

Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read

Clear Street And Kalshi Deal Signals Prediction Markets Are Moving Toward Wall Street

INSTITUTIONAL FINANCE IS STARTING TO ENTER PREDICTION MARKETS

Massachusetts Schools UMG

Industry NewsCJ Zambale4 min read

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.

Maine Sweepstakes Casino Ban

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Maine Advances Bill to Ban Sweeps Casinos

THE BILL AIMS TO REGULATE AND RESTRICT SWEEPSTAKES STYLE CASINOS IN MAINE

Nevada Blocks Kalshi Temporarily

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

Kalshi Suspended in Nevada Amid Licensing Questions

REGULATORS TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AS KALSHI FACES TEMPORARY BLOCK

Philadelphia UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read

FanDuel and DraftKings Lawsuit Dismissed Over Arbitration Agreement

Judge throws out sports betting case, saying the claims should be handled through arbitration

Lawmakers UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Lawmakers Turn Attention to Sports Prediction Markets

Congressional hearing puts sports event contracts under fresh scrutiny as lawmakers debate regulation and consumer protections

Washington Kalshi UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Washington Judge Blocks Kalshi Sports Contracts During Legal Fight

Judge rejects company's federal argument as Washington moves ahead with enforcement

Kalshi Worldcup

RegulationRyan Cauchi2 min read

Kalshi Adds 3 Million Users During World Cup Boom

The prediction market operator says the FIFA World Cup generated record trading volumes, with billions of dollars changing hands as millions of new users joined the platform.

Nevada Prediction Markets UMG

Industry NewsCJ Zambale2 min read

Nevada Regulator Warns Prediction Markets Could Expand Into Online Casinos

Nevada Gaming Control Board Chairman Mike Dreitzer believes prediction markets could eventually expand beyond sports betting into casino-style gaming and slot-like products.

CFTC Michigan UMG

Industry NewsCJ Zambale2 min read

CFTC Orders Kalshi to Ignore Michigan Court's Sports Contract Ban

The CFTC has instructed Kalshi to continue honoring sports event contracts in Michigan, escalating its legal battle with state regulators over prediction market oversight.

AGA and CFTC Prediction Markets UMG

Industry NewsCJ Zambale2 min read

AGA Seeks to Join CFTC's Legal Battle Over Prediction Markets

The American Gaming Association wants to join the CFTC's lawsuit against Wisconsin, saying prediction markets could undermine state-regulated sports betting.

Court UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Ninth Circuit Reviews Tribal Appeal Against Kalshi

California tribes argue prediction market operator's sports event contracts infringe on tribal gaming rights

New York UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Kalshi Loses New York Bid to Stop State Enforcement

Judge rules New York can continue enforcing gambling laws as legal fight moves forward

Kalshi UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

New Mexico Challenges Kalshi Over Sports Event Contracts

Legal challenge adds another chapter to the growing battle over event contracts

Prediction Markets UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Polymarket Hit With Lawsuit Over Bitcoin Prediction Market

Users claim platform changed contract interpretation after outcome was known

Nevada UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Kalshi Loses Bid to Halt Nevada Geofencing Order

Prediction market operator faces another setback as legal battle with Nevada continues

North Carolina and New Jersey Prediction Markets

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

North Carolina, New Jersey Advance Prediction Market Tax Plans

States move to capture revenue as pressure grows on event based trading platforms

Polymarket UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

Polymarket Challenges New Mexico in Legal Fight Over Regulation

Prediction market operator pushes back as legal pressure from states continues to grow

Prediction Markets UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

Prediction Market Operators Push States to Review Casino Lobby Ties

Industry calls for greater transparency as pressure grows between prediction markets and traditional gaming interests

New Jersey UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

New Jersey Lawmakers Push Ahead With Prediction Market Tax Plan

Lawmakers advance revised bill as state pushes for tighter oversight of event based trading

Ohio UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

Ohio Regulator Faces Second Lawsuit as Kalshi Fights $5M Sanction

Legal pressure escalates as Kalshi expands battle against state regulators over sports event contracts

North Carolina UMG

RegulationRyan Cauchi3 min read

North Carolina Budget Proposal Allows Gambling Loss Deductions in Major Tax Shift

Proposed changes offer relief for bettors as North Carolina continues reshaping its gambling tax framework

Michigan UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

Michigan Judge Orders Kalshi to Halt Sports Markets

Temporary restraining order adds fresh pressure as state crackdown on prediction markets intensifies

Prediction Markets UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

Prediction Market Legal Battle Intensifies With New Lawsuits

Dual legal filings add fresh momentum to the growing fight between regulators and prediction market operators

Indiana UMG

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi3 min read

Indiana Gaming Commission Reviews College Prop Bet Restrictions

NCAA backed proposal could reshape sports betting rules as pressure grows to protect student athletes

US Lawmakers

Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read

Lawmakers Face Proposed Ban on Prediction Market Trading

Proposed legislation adds pressure on event-contract platforms as scrutiny around insider trading grows

Chicago City Sweepstakes Ban UMG

RegulationRyan Cauchi3 min read

Chicago City Council Votes Down Sweepstakes Machine Ban

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

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