Can States Block CFTC Event Contracts? Arizona Cease-and-Desist Orders Signal Rising Tension
Arizona issues cease-and-desist orders to five operators, directly challenging CFTC jurisdiction over event contracts. Discover how this regulatory clash
Macau Gaming Tax Revenue Hits US$6.34 Billion in First Half of 2026
Discover how Macau gaming tax revenue surged 13.1% to US$6.34 billion in the first half of 2026 under the fixed 40% rate. June added US$1.07 billion
UK Gambling Marketing Crackdown Targets Unlicensed Football Sponsorships
Discover how the UK gambling marketing crackdown on unlicensed football sponsorships coincides with Flutter restructuring, PokerStars headcount cuts
Alberta Launches Regulated iGaming and Sports Betting as 50 Operators Register
Alberta launches regulated iGaming and sports betting on July 13 as 50 operators register with AGLC. Explore player trust metrics, mandatory responsible
Germany Tiered Online Slot Stake Limits Force EGM Redesigns and EU Tech Shifts
Discover how Germany’s tiered online slot stake limits will force EGM redesigns, reshape payout economics, and drive technology adaptations with potential
How Sweepstakes Casinos Work in the US: Mechanics, Legal Status, and Strategic Implications
Explore how sweepstakes casinos work in the US through their dual-currency model and legal loophole. Learn the mechanics, regulatory tensions
What Are Prediction Markets and How Do They Work for Gaming Executives
Prediction markets are platforms where participants trade contracts tied to the outcomes of future events, functioning as financial derivatives.
CFTC Battle with States Over Prediction Markets Shows No Compromise Path
The data is in the warning itself. Lawyers see no path to compromise in the standoff between the CFTC and individual states over who regulates prediction.
AGA Mobilizes Against Prediction Markets in 16 States After $1 Billion Revenue Loss
Discover how the AGA is fighting prediction markets after enforcement in 16 states and $1B in lost revenue. Learn why these CFTC-regulated platforms
New York Judge’s Kalshi Gambling Ruling Challenges CFTC Preemption and Tribal Sovereignty
Discover how a New York judge’s ruling on Kalshi reclassifies CFTC event contracts as gambling and potentially undermines federal preemption along