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BettingTabcorp hit with $158,400 penalty for taking illegal in-play sports bets
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced Tabcorp Holdings Limited has been slapped with a $158,400 penalty for taking online in-play sports bets, which are illegal in the country....
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GamblingMichigan Governor drives gambling taxation that could raise $800M for Medicaid
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has outlined proposals to adjust taxation on gambling, nicotine products, and advertising, arguing the measures could raise nearly $800 million to stabilize the state’s Medicaid system....
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GamblingInstitute aiming for support for gambling education funding accused of AI ‘slop’ report
An independent senator in Australia, David Pocock, has raised concerns about a gambling education funding report sent to politicians from a University of Sydney-based institute, as he says it “appears...
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GamblingViral post sparks debate over Kroger gambling machines in Georgia
A viral social media post is putting a spotlight back on something many Georgia shoppers have noticed aka gambling-style machines popping up inside grocery stores, including some operated by Kroger....
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Prediction MarketsKalshi to offer fee rebates to sportsbooks that lay off risk, according to CFTC document
A Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filing provides an insight into prediction market Kalshi, as it could offer fee rebates to sportsbooks that lay off risk on its platform. The...
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GamblingMan jailed for 301 years to life over Sacramento gambling robbery
Two men have been sentenced for their part in an attempted illegal gambling house robbery in Sacramento, with one receiving 301 years to life. The defendants, Eddie Lee White and...
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GamblingMissouri Attorney General Hanaway launches crackdown on illegal gambling machines
Missouri Attorney General Hanaway and her office have announced a new civil enforcement drive to root out illegal gambling machines. The games in scope of this action are video gaming...
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Prediction MarketsNevada Rep. Titus unveils prediction markets bill targeting sports loopholes oversight push
Nevada Representative Dina Titus has introduced new federal bill in a bid to strengthen oversight of sports-related prediction markets. The proposal reflects growing concern that certain platforms may be operating...
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GamblingPennsylvania novelty game company pleads guilty in sweeping illegal gambling case
The attorney general of Pennsylvania announced on Monday (February 9) that a Schuylkill County novelty game company has admitted guilt in what prosecutors describe as a sweeping illegal gambling operation...
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CasinoBanned San Pablo Lytton Casino guest dies in police custody
After the San Pablo Lytton Casino called the police on a banned casino guest, the individual later died in police custody. The California-based San Pablo Lytton Casino called the San...
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BettingStudy warns gambling ads drove soccer betting during 2022 World Cup despite UK safeguards
New research from the University of Sheffield suggests that existing UK gambling ad rules may not go far enough to protect soccer fans and vulnerable viewers from gambling ads and...
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Prediction MarketsCFTC complaint filed after Kalshi’s Cardi B Super Bowl event decision – report
Kalshi users have been left outraged after a decision from the prediction market regarding Cardi B's Super Bowl appearance. At least one Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has reportedly been...
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Prediction MarketsPolymarket seeks to block Massachusetts restrictions in new lawsuit
Prediction market Polymarket has filed a lawsuit to stave off Massachusetts restrictions on its operations. Polymarket argues that it doesn't fall under the jurisdiction of Massachusetts officials, as it claims...
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GamblingBetting Council reacts as Andrew Rhodes exits UK Gambling Commission top role
The Betting and Gaming Council has been among those reflecting on the departure of UK Gambling Commission chief executive Andrew Rhodes, following confirmation that he will step down from the...
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GamblingIsle of Man regulator fines gambling operator $273K over AML failures
The gambling watchdog of Isle of Man has hit a former online betting company with a £200,000 ($273,000) penalty after an inspection exposed deep flaws in its anti-money-laundering (AML) controls....
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BettingDutch regulator flags One Casino and bet365 over illegal soccer betting practices
The Dutch gambling watchdog has formally contacted One Casino and bet365 after discovering that both companies briefly offered betting markets that are banned under national law. The Kansspelautoriteit, known as...
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Prediction MarketsFederal judge shuts down Coinbase bid to block Nevada gambling enforcement
A federal judge in Nevada has shut down Coinbase Financial Markets Inc.’s last-ditch effort to stop state gambling regulators from cracking down on its event-based trading products, clearing the way...
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Prediction MarketsDraftKings Predictions sees expansion through agreement with Crypto.com
The predictions market company DraftKings has announced an agreement with the cryptocurrency platform and CFTC-regulated derivatives exchange Crypto.com. The duo have come together to broaden the prediction markets available on...
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GamblingMen charged for allegedly using thousands of stolen identities to defraud online gambling sites of $3M
Two Connecticut residents have been charged with using thousands of stolen identities to defraud online gambling sites, including FanDuel, of more than $3 million. The charges were filed against Glastonbury,...
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CasinoHard Rock International reveals plans for hotel and casino in San Juan, first in Puerto Rico
An all-new $850 million project in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has been announced as Hard Rock International says it’ll open in 2029. The well-known hotel and casino brand are partnering...
