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Wisconsin Moves Toward Legal Online Sports Betting
Wisconsin has taken a significant step toward expanding legalized gambling after Governor Tony Evers approved legislation that sets the framework for online sports betting across the state. The move places Wisconsin among a growing number of states allowing digital wagering, though actual implementation may take time as negotiations continue. The newly signed law permits online […]
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Virginia Governor Blocks Fairfax Casino Plan With Veto
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has rejected legislation that would have opened the door for a casino development in Fairfax County, halting a proposal that had already cleared the state legislature despite strong resistance from local leaders. The measure, known as Senate Bill 756, aimed to require Fairfax County officials to initiate a referendum process, allowing […]
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ASA Bans Gecko Play Ad Over Gambling Joke Concerns
The UK’s advertising regulator has ruled against a social media promotion by Skill On Net, determining that a humorous gambling-themed advert breached established standards and risked encouraging harmful behavior. The decision followed complaints about a paid Instagram video promoting the company’s Gecko Play brand. The advert, which appeared in early February 2026, featured a stand-up […]
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Evolution Seeks to Add Playtech to US Defamation Case
Evolution AB has taken a further step in its ongoing legal dispute in the United States by seeking permission to expand its complaint and include Playtech Plc and other parties as defendants. The filing, submitted to the Superior Court of New Jersey, builds on a case first launched in 2021 and centers on allegations of […]
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Maine Takes Strong Stance Against Sweepstakes Casinos and Credit Card Gambling
Maine has made significant strides in regulating its gambling sector, with Governor Janet Mills recently signing a series of measures aimed at curbing problematic gambling practices. One of the most noteworthy actions is the ban on sweepstakes casinos, which operate using dual-currency systems, alongside restrictions on using credit cards for online gambling. These measures are part […]
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Federal Court Sides with Kalshi in New Jersey Prediction Market Dispute
Kalshi, a leader in the rapidly growing prediction market industry, has won a significant legal battle in New Jersey. A federal appeals court ruled that the prediction market can continue to offer sports event contracts in the state, as it falls under the purview of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) rather than local gambling regulations. […]
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PhilWeb Expands B2B Reach with NWRPlay Deal
PhilWeb Corp. has entered into a new agreement with Travellers International Hotel Group Inc. to support online gaming operations linked to Newport World Resorts, extending its role as a technology and services provider in the Philippines’ regulated digital gaming space. The arrangement places PhilWeb as the gaming system administrator for NWRPlay, the online platform connected […]
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Proposed US Sports Betting Tax Could Reshape Market
A proposal to significantly raise the federal excise tax on sports betting is drawing attention from policymakers and analysts, with estimates suggesting it could generate close to $100 billion in government revenue over the next decade. While the potential financial gains are substantial, experts warn that the move could also alter bettor behavior and reshape […]
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UK Shuts GambleAware as New Levy System Begins
The closure of GambleAware on March 31 signals a major shift in how gambling-related harm is managed across the United Kingdom. After more than two decades of operation, the organization has ceased activity, with its responsibilities transitioning to a new system led by public institutions. This change follows the introduction of a statutory levy on gambling […]
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Hong Kong Investors Take Full Control of Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf
In a significant shift, Hong Kong-based investors Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) and Far East Consortium (FEC) have become the sole owners of the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Integrated Resort. This follows Star Entertainment’s sale of its 50% stake in the project, a deal which concluded on March 31, 2026. This move comes after a lengthy […]
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