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Maryland matches Churchill Downs’ $85m offer to acquire Preakness IP rights

The State of Maryland exercised its right to acquire the intellectual property, including all trademarks and associated rights, of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Kirk Geller

2026 New York City Charity Poker Tournament to help support Children’s Tumor Foundation

Colbeck Capital Management will sponsor the June 18 event, set to be held at The Prince George Ballroom and featuring a cocktail reception and Texas hold ‘em tournament play.

1 min read • Jun 18 • By Kirk Geller

Polymarket to sponsor $21m survivor NFL contest following Splash Sports collaboration

Financial Online + 3 more

Polymarket sponsoring record $21m NFL survivor contest through Splash Sports partnership

Splash Sports will also integrate the operator’s event contracts into its platform, providing users access to prediction markets alongside survivor, pick'em, DFS and commissioner-led contests.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Kirk Geller

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 4 more

Argentinian regulators warn Mercado Pago over World Cup prediction contest

ALEA says Mercado Pago's Fixture 2026 friend tournaments could expose the company to criminal liability under gambling law, as participation tops 2.3 million users.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Milagros del Priore

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 2 more

Brazil puts bettor protection under the spotlight at first responsible gambling seminar

Consumer authorities, regulators and industry stakeholders gathered in Brasília to discuss responsible gambling, consumer rights and oversight of the betting market.

1 min read • Jun 18 • By Layla Victoria

Responsible Gambling Financial + 1 more

Sports Minister outlines gambling problem: Brazilians see betting differently from Europe and US

Brazil’s Sports Minister has argued that many Brazilians view betting as a path to financial improvement rather than entertainment.

1 min read • Jun 18 • By Layla Victoria

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 4 more

Portugal Q1 online gambling revenue rises to €323.7m

Online gambling revenue remained above €320m for Q1 2026, with casino products continuing to drive the majority of growth.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Layla Victoria

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 4 more

The legal view: What can we make of the latest enforcement push in Poland?

Marek Plota tells Global Gaming Insider that while real-time blocking of illegal gambling transactions is ideal, it is not always technically feasible, with retrospective analysis remaining highly valuable.

6 min read • Jun 18 • By Marieta Lezaic

Financial Land Based + 2 more

City of Dreams Manila Foundation funds P20m rehabilitation of Baguio's Sunshine Park

Melco Resorts (Philippines) Foundation has funded the P20m redevelopment of Sunshine Park in Baguio, with the project forming part of its wider community investment and sustainability initiatives.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Jack Found