Regulation & Law

The federal government may issue a provisional measure (MP) as early as this Wednesday (23) to restrict the betting sector, according to a report by Veja. At the Planalto, however, […] O post Provisional Measure on betting: Lula may decide the sector’s future in the coming hours apareceu primeiro e…

Some of the biggest names in US horse racing are fighting a lawsuit that accuses them of giving sophisticated computer-assisted gamblers an unfair advantage over ordinary bettors in supposedly neutral pari-mutuel pools. The proposed class action accuses Churchill Downs, the New York Racing Associat…

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has intensified his criticism of the betting industry as his government prepares a provisional measure expected to restrict gambling advertising and potentially prohibit online casinos. Speaking at the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on…

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has taken a firmer stance on prediction markets, warning of financial, emotional, and relationship harms associated with the industry following months of criticism over its handling of Kalshi's membership. In a new statement published Tuesday, NCPG bo…

Sportsbook suppliers are under growing pressure to help operators navigate tighter regulation, higher acquisition costs and increasingly competitive markets while maintaining scalable, locally relevant products. Ahead of SBC Summit Lisbon, Yogonet spoke with Diego Salas, Sales Director at Altenar,…

A potential ban on online casinos in Brazil could hand control of billions in revenue directly to the illegal betting market. Recent simulations by the National Association of Games and […] O post ANJL tracks the growth of the illegal betting market and issues a warning to the federal government ap…

In an article published on the MKT Esportivo portal, Alex Bourgeois, president of Portuguesa SAF, discussed the potential ban on betting companies in Brazil. In his text, the executive highlighted […] O post Portuguesa SAF President speaks out against the ban on betting companies: “Prohibition is n…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup was definitely one of the top sports events of the year. The tournament was also a major driver of betting and event contracts trading, making significant contributions to sportsbooks and prediction markets. As it turns out, such businesses’ marketing efforts had skyrocketed…

It’s official. Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ: CZR) and Tilman Fertitta’s Fertitta Entertainment Inc. (FEI) are heading to the altar in a $17.6 billion takeover approved by the former’s shareholders. On Tuesday, Caesars conducted a special meeting at which shareholders voted on Fertitta’s acquisitio…

Last year, Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Emmanuel Clase came under fire due to unusual pitches that matched suspicious betting activity. The case has now been narrowed to 18 pitches, which are believed to have been associated with a gambling scheme. The Suspicious Pitches Were Narrowed to 18 O…

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is advising prediction markets to take extra caution when deciding whether to list a trading event contract that’s based on whether an individual will say certain words. Referred to as “mention markets,” the listings include outcomes dependent on a pe…

BOYLE Sports has recruited French footballing legend David Ginola for its latest marketing campaign as it looks to spread awareness of its new Squad Builder product. Ginola, who had spells at clubs including Paris Saint-Germain, Newcastle and Tottenham Hotspur, speaks directly to the camera to expl…

Caesars Entertainment shareholders have approved Fertitta Entertainment’s proposed $17.6 billion acquisition of the casino giant, moving Tilman Fertitta’s takeover plan past a key shareholder hurdle. The all-cash deal values Caesars at $17.6 billion including debt and would see shareholders receive…

Brazil's government is considering restrictions on online betting that could include a ban on digital casino games known as “tigrinho,” as President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva makes gambling a major issue in his reelection campaign. According to Folha de S.Paulo, government aides expect action again…

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) remains on the defense of its controversial prediction markets membership category that the nonprofit launched earlier this year that coincided with a $2 million contribution. Despite claims by the prediction market industry and its regulator, the Com…

DraftKings CEO Jason Robins said the company is positioned to benefit whether sports prediction markets remain available or are ultimately restricted by courts, while its traditional sportsbook business continues to grow during the NFL season. Speaking during a fireside chat with Wells Fargo on Tue…

Bulgaria’s ruling party is preparing to launch a public consultation on amendments to the Gambling Act, which will see more restrictions being placed on advertising. Speaking at the latest Council of Ministers meeting, Prime Minister Roumen Radev informed the media that the texts will be published…

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has warned prediction market operators that event contracts tied to an individual’s words or actions carry a heightened risk of manipulation. The CFTC’s Division of Market Oversight issued the advisory on Tuesday, covering “mention market” contract…