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Sports Betting Updates

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Legal & Regulatory, Prediction Markets

Polymarket Files Lawsuit Against Minnesota’s Market Ban

Polymarket filed a federal lawsuit challenging Minnesota's ban on prediction markets under the Commodity Exchange Act.

4 Jun 2026

Prediction Markets, Sports Betting

Prediction Markets Rise for 2026 World Cup Betting

Prediction markets are gaining traction pre-World Cup, with 19% of bettors planning to use them during the tournament.

4 Jun 2026

Land-Based, Mergers & Acquisitions, Sports Betting

MGM Resorts Acquisition: Future Growth and Challenges

Barry Diller's proposed acquisition of MGM Resorts is generating optimism about Las Vegas digital and tourism growth.

3 Jun 2026

Casino, Industry, Online

New Study Questions GSGB’s Gambling Participation Data

A new analysis cast doubt on the UK's Gambling Survey for Great Britain, revealing discrepancies with actual gambling data.

3 Jun 2026

Sep 9, 2026

The Core of Kalshi’s Legal Argument Kalshi’s legal strategy hinges on classifying its event contracts as swaps, subject exclusively to federal jurisdiction under the Commodity Exchange Act. This interpretation, if accepted, would remove nearly two dozen states from regulatory authority over Kalshi’s activities. The complexities of swaps have sparked legal debates, as evidenced by the […]

Sep 9, 2026

Kalshi’s Strategic Legal Moves in Ninth Circuit Split KalshiEX, LLC is at the forefront of a high-stakes legal battle that could have far-reaching implications for the gambling industry in the United States. Recent developments show that Kalshi may be bolstering its legal team in anticipation of a rehearing in the Ninth Circuit. This move comes […]

Sep 8, 2026

A Groundbreaking Legal Challenge: Suppliers in the Crosshairs In August 2025, the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office charted new territories by targeting gambling suppliers in a lawsuit against Stake.us. Among the plaintiffs was Evolution AB, a major player in the online casino supply sector. Notably, this marks an unprecedented legal approach in the United States, […]

Sep 4, 2026

Introduction An emerging regulatory challenge in the gambling industry has surfaced as Illinois seeks to repeal its recently enacted tax on sports prediction markets. This development comes less than three months after the tax was introduced as part of the Illinois Sports Wagering Act. Representative Travis Weaver has filed HB 5811, aiming to eliminate this […]

Sep 4, 2026

NFL’s Continued Battle Against Objectionable Bets The National Football League (NFL) has once again raised concerns over ‘objectionable bets’ present in prediction markets, taking decisive steps to protect the integrity of the game. Ahead of the 2026 season, NFL’s Chief Compliance Officer, Sabrina Perel, reiterated previous warnings to Designated Contract Markets (DCMs) against offering contracts […]

Sep 4, 2026

Introduction: The Rise of Prediction Markets in NFL Betting The NFL season has ushered in a paradigm shift in sports betting, with prediction markets emerging as formidable players in the industry. These platforms, such as Kalshi and Polymarket, are transforming how fans engage, offering a direct challenge to traditional sportsbooks like FanDuel and DraftKings. As […]