The Attorney General's guidance adds to a long-running legal debate in Texas over whether player skill is sufficient to exempt certain amusement machines from gambling laws.
The launch comes as prediction markets face rising sports demand and closer regulatory scrutiny in the US.
The series brings together players from Inter, Club Brugge, Atlético Nacional and Racing Club as operators compete for World Cup visibility.
The Nevada regulator concluded its investigation into suspicious sports wagering activity involving Fresno State men’s basketball games during the 2024-2025 season.
Lucero most recently served as VP of Casino Operations at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, as well as held leadership positions with Soboba Casino Resort and Valley View Casino & Hotel.
Rivers Casino generated the most revenue of any land-based property in Illinois with just over $48.7m during May, representing an increase of 7.2% from the prior year period.
Despite generating the highest revenue of any commercial property in Missouri, Ameristar St. Charles witnessed stagnant growth year-over-year, having produced nearly $27.5m for May.
Gila River Resorts & Casinos currently operates four commercial casino properties across Arizona, including Wild Horse Pass, Lone Butte, Vee Quiva and Santan Mountain.
After placing over 9,000 wagers and totaling at least $90,000 in bets during his time at Indiana and Cincinnati, the Texas Tech quarterback will serve a two-game suspension prior to returning to play.
Matchbook has partnered with ADI Predictstreet to launch an official FIFA World Cup 2026 prediction market experience, combining exchange-based prediction markets with live streaming coverage for fans in selected regulated markets.