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CFTC Chair Michael Selig interrogated by Congress over prediction market regulation

Questions were posed of Selig around the stark similarities between sports gambling and sports events contracts.

2 min read • Apr 20 • By Will Underwood

Las Vegas man arrested over $8m illegal bookmaking operation

A 57-year-old Las Vegas man was arrested for allegedly running an illegal betting operation in Nevada and in Costa Rica.

1 min read • Apr 20 • By Eddie Overs

Financial Land Based + 4 more

Pennsylvania March GGR rises 4.9% to $602m

Sports wagering revenue increased by 77%, with retail subject to a year-over-year revenue decline.

2 min read • Apr 20 • By Will Underwood

Financial Land Based + 3 more

The art of the merger: Is Bally's assembling the ultimate firefighting squad for Evoke?

Evoke has confirmed M&A talks with Bally's Intralot. Will we see wholesale changes in another bid to transform an underperforming business?

4 min read • Apr 20 • By Tim Poole

Legal & Regulatory Online + 1 more

bet365 extends its reach to Michigan

The sports betting company has reached its 17th US state with a new launch.

1 min read • Apr 17 • By Eddie Overs

Legal & Regulatory Systems & Software + 4 more

Light & Wonder awarded 10-year contract by Illinois Gaming Board

The company will support the Illinois Gaming Board through its proprietary software.

1 min read • Apr 17 • By Megan Elswyth

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 1 more

Illinois Senate advances bill to expand gambling addiction support services

Illinois state Senator Julie Morrison has led a measure that would formally recognise gambling disorders under state law, enabling the Department of Human Services to coordinate treatment, prevention and recovery services for those affected.

1 min read • Apr 17 • By Jack Found

Land Based Casino + 1 more

Galaxy Entertainment Group: Should every casino be as involved with CSR measures?

Casinos in Europe often partner with charities for fundraising efforts, but rarely seem to organise full-scale events and parades like Galaxy does in Macau.

6 min read • Apr 17 • By Megan Elswyth

Legal & Regulatory Sports Betting

Damon Jones requests change-of-plea hearing in NBA gambling case

Former NBA player and coach Damon Jones has requested a change-of-plea hearing in his sports betting case, making him the first defendant in the wide-ranging federal gambling investigation to signal a guilty plea.

1 min read • Apr 17 • By Jack Found

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 2 more

SGLA welcomes Maryland outcome as social plus games remain operational

The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance has welcomed the outcome of Maryland's 2026 legislative session, saying social plus games will continue to operate in the state while it pushes for a formal regulatory framework in 2027.

1 min read • Apr 17 • By Jack Found