Law and Regulations

Manchester United has finalized a record-breaking sponsorship agreement with Betway, securing a £20 million ($27 million) annual deal for the team’s training wear. The partnership marks a significant shift in how Premier League clubs are monetizing their brand amid regulatory changes targeting gambling sponsorship. The deal comes as Manchester United …

A Nevada judge has granted a preliminary injunction preventing Polymarket from offering event contracts to residents, escalating the state’s legal battle against prediction markets. The ruling, reported by The Las Vegas Review-Journal, follows similar court orders against Kalshi and Coinbase, indicating a broader effort by Nevada regulators to enforce state …

Paf has finalized its acquisition of Bell Casino, a Swedish maritime gambling supplier, significantly expanding its European footprint. The deal allows Paf to operate on around 50 additional vessels across routes connecting Sweden, Germany, Poland, the Baltics, the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands, complementing its existing fleet of 26 ships …

Spain has temporarily banned access to the prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket, joining a growing list of countries that ban these platforms viewing them as facilitating illegal gambling. The decision by Spain’s Consumer Rights Ministry follows disciplinary proceedings initiated against both companies for alleged violations of gambling regulations. The ministry …

President Donald Trump has publicly backed the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in maintaining its regulatory authority over prediction markets. In a recent post on Truth Social, Trump praised the CFTC’s role and criticized political opponents who are attempting to hinder the industry’s growth. “It is critically important that the …

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has raised concerns about a deepening crisis: gambling addiction is increasing among teenagers. During testimony before a House Appropriations subcommittee, Dr. Nora Volkow, director of NIDA, noted that the highest risk group is teenagers transitioning into young adulthood. “In terms of the highest …

A faculty scholar at Santa Clara University has sounded the alarm on the ethical challenges plaguing prediction markets and sports betting, arguing that these industries often fall short of fairness standards. Hersh Shefrin from the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics contends that while participants enter these markets voluntarily, they may …

Kalshi, the prediction market platform, has joined the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), despite its repeated assertions that it operates as a financial trading platform rather than a gambling entity. The partnership includes a new Financial Services & Trading Subcategory within the NCPG, reflecting the growing intersection of financial …

Hard Rock Digital Canada Ltd. has been granted an internet gaming operator license by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for its Hard Rock Bet platform. The license, issued on May 14 and set to expire on May 13, 2027, opens the door for the brand to enter …

New findings from France’s gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), expose a troubling reality: 60% of the country’s online gambling revenue is generated by players identified as high-risk. The data, derived from an advanced risk-scoring algorithm, underscores the industry’s heavy dependence on a small segment of potentially vulnerable …

Entain has taken its fight against unlicensed betting sponsorships in English football to the Independent Football Regulator (IFR), urging the body to intervene and shut down partnerships between Premier League clubs and unlicensed gambling firms. The move marks a renewed effort by Stella David, CEO of Entain, who previously appealed …

Alberta’s new open iGaming market is set to launch on July 13, and the regulator, Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC), has announced that 28 operators have already registered or begun the registration process. The list includes major industry players such as DraftKings, FanDuel, PointsBet Canada, BetRivers, theScore Bet, Jackpot …

Betty Gaming CA Ltd. has obtained a UK Gambling Commission license and announced plans to launch its online casino in the British market on June 1, 2026. The move marks the company’s first international expansion beyond its home market of Ontario and demonstrates the potential of its decentralized franchise business …

Caesars Entertainment has officially ended credit card deposits across its U.S. gambling platforms, including Caesars Sportsbook, Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, and WSOP Online. The change aligns with a growing industry trend, as more operators move away from credit card payments. Players can still fund their accounts using …

Norsk Tipping and the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) are investigating their partnerships with Sportradar after reports suggested the data provider may have inadvertently enabled unlicensed gambling operators targeting Norway. The controversy, first reported by Dagens Næringsliv (DN), has raised concerns about Sportradar‘s compliance within Norway’s tightly regulated gambling market. The …

Formula 1 has officially partnered with FanDuel as its first U.S.-based betting operator, a move that aims to deepen fan engagement ahead of the upcoming Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix. The race is set for Sunday at 4 p.m. EST, with practice and qualifying sessions scheduled for the day …

A Brazilian Labor Court has dismissed a legal challenge by the Union of Commissioners and Consignees of the State of São Paulo (SINCOESP) against the creation of the Union of Sports Betting and Online Gaming Operators (SINDIBETS). The ruling validates the new union, representing a significant development for Brazil’s betting …

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC)has doubled down on its plans to introduce financial risk assessments (FRAs) for UK betting operators, despite warnings from industry stakeholders that the measures could exacerbate the black market problem. Tim Miller, Executive Director of the Commission, addressed concerns at the Ethical Gambling Forum, hosted by …

Two long-time friends from London, Ontario, have made headlines after splitting Canada’s largest-ever lottery jackpot of $80.4 million in LOTTO MAX. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) confirmed that the winning ticket, purchased by Greg S. and Krys P. on December 30, 2025, matched all numbers for the maximum …

Delta iGaming Inc. has entered into a content partnership with Play’n GO, an international online casino provider, to enhance its gaming portfolio in Ontario. The collaboration brings Play’n GO’s library of slots, table games, and bingo to DeltaCasino.com, strengthening the operator’s digital presence in Canada’s regulated market. Licensed by the …