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138 stories·Updated Aug 20, 2026
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Maine Advances Bill to Ban Sweeps Casinos
THE BILL AIMS TO REGULATE AND RESTRICT SWEEPSTAKES STYLE CASINOS IN MAINE
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