Law and Regulations

The NCAA has partnered with the Bad Actor Program, developed by IC360 and Signify Group, to address online harassment targeting student-athletes, coaches, and referees by sports bettors. NCAA President Charlie Baker highlighted the rampant issue, stating that online abuse directed at college sports figures remains a significant concern. ‘Athlete harassment …

Fanatics is set to launch a massive advertising offensive in 2027, planning to spend up to $1 billion on sports betting marketing—a more than twofold increase from its current $350 million budget. This bold move signals the company’s intent to break the stranglehold that DraftKings and FanDuel have maintained over …

Polymarket, the billion-dollar prediction market platform, has introduced a suite of responsible trading tools designed to protect users financially and mentally. The platform is now offering deposit limits, self-exclusion options, and a centralized Trust & Safety Center to promote safer trading practices. The Trust & Safety Center serves as a …

Spanish authorities have approved the first repayment of funds to victims of a €15 million Ponzi scheme run by Iban Juvanteny Gómez, with nearly €6 million recovered from UK gambling operators. Around 38% of recognized losses will be returned to approximately 200 investors after a Girona court authorized the distribution. …

South Africa is facing a gambling crisis, with 42% of workers resorting to betting to cover expenses and debt, according to the latest Old Mutual 2026 Savings and Investments Monitor. The report, which surveyed individuals aged 18 to 65 earning at least R8,000 (US$484) monthly, reveals alarming trends in financial …

The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize prediction market on Polymarket remains one of the most unpredictable trading opportunities due to the 50-year secrecy rule surrounding the official shortlist. With 287 nominees this year, traders must navigate sentiment-driven price movements and media narratives to identify undervalued outcomes. This year’s early release of …

bet365 has entered into a partnership with Juventus, naming its bet365 Scores platform as the club’s official sports infotainment partner. This collaboration circumvents Italy’s 2018 Dignity Decree, which prohibits direct betting sponsorships between operators and football clubs. Through this deal, Juventus fans will gain access to real-time scores, live statistics, …

South Korean police have broken up a massive illegal gambling ring that exploited the deaf community by using their bank accounts as money mules. The operation, initially uncovered during an investigation into a smaller gambling site handling KRW5.3 billion (US$3.8 million), exposed a much larger network processing KRW320 billion (US$230 …

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has shattered U.S. sportsbook betting records, with the tournament generating historic handle volumes that exceeded all expectations. The expanded format, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across Mexico, Canada, and the United States, created a betting phenomenon that captivated millions of fans and bettors. The …

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has published a notice identifying three websites that are falsely impersonating licensed operators: www.manekicasino.bet, www.dragonaracasino.uk.com, and www.slot-hunter.at. These sites are misleading consumers by suggesting they are authorized or regulated by the MGA under the Gaming Act (Chapter 583 of the Laws of Malta). The MGA …

The National Football League (NFL) has suspended Ryan Gold, the Arizona Cardinals’ Director of College Scouting, indefinitely for violating league gambling policies. Gold allegedly shared confidential information about the team’s 2026 NFL Draft picks before they were publicly announced and placed parlay bets on NFL and college football games. The …

NJ sportsbooks suffered a 37.9% revenue drop in June, generating just $53.3 million from a $917 million handle, despite the hype surrounding the FIFA World Cup. The decline can be attributed to two key factors: the Knicks Effect and the early exit of the US Men’s National Team (USMNT) from …

The UK government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has begun a consultation to prohibit unlicensed gambling sponsors from sports, targeting a persistent issue that has frustrated licensed operators such as Entain. Despite the Premier League phasing out front-of-shirt gambling sponsorships for the 2026/27 season, unlicensed brands like Stake …

Amazon has agreed to a proposed $201.3 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit accusing the company of enabling illegal gambling through social casino apps available on its App Store. The settlement, which still requires federal court approval, is intended to provide partial refunds to users who made in-app purchases …

The Swedish administrative court has confirmed fines totaling SEK 22 million (around €1.99 million) against three gambling operators—Betsson, Snabbare (owned by ComeOn Group), and Spooniker (owned by Kindred)—for failing to meet anti-money laundering (AML) obligations. The court upheld penalties imposed by Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s gambling regulator, after the operators challenged the …

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) has formalized its partnership with the Danish Gambling Authority through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This collaboration aims to strengthen regulatory cooperation, improve information sharing, and enhance enforcement efforts in an increasingly interconnected European gambling market. The agreement follows a productive meeting …

Virginia has become one of the most privacy-friendly states for lottery winners, as it now allows winners of any prize size to remain anonymous starting July 1. The Virginia Lottery will no longer publicly disclose winners’ names on its website or in promotional materials unless they explicitly consent in writing. …

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has fined Great Canadian Entertainment $120,000 for using unauthorized bill validator software at four of its Ontario casino properties. The regulator found 40 instances of revoked or unapproved gaming software deployed between February 20 and March 15, 2025. Bill validators are essential …

Craig Williams, a former private secretary to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has pleaded guilty to cheating at gambling after placing a £100 bet on the timing of the 2024 general election using confidential information. Williams, who was a Conservative MP for Montgomeryshire, bet at odds of 5/1 just days …

Nevada authorities have extradited Shaun Benward, better known by his stage name Shaun Mistery, to face charges related to a multi-state casino cheating scheme. Benward, a former magician, allegedly used his skills in misdirection to manipulate roulette games across multiple states. He is now facing three felony counts of fraudulent …