Sports Betting – Page 48 | Global Gaming Insider

Several politicians posing at their local bookmakers.

BGC: Annual Grand National Charity Bet raises over £20,000 for good causes

The initiative connects MPs with their local bookmakers, charities and constituents.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Megan Elswyth

Rahm Emanuel proposes federal betting tax to fund US innovation

Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has proposed a 10% federal tax on online sports betting and prediction markets, framing it as a way to fund American innovation and compete with China.

1 min read • Apr 16 • By Jack Found

An email with "WARNING" written on it, with a man reading a book on the right

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 4 more

ACMA issues formal warning after Harris Bookmaking failed to promote BetStop

The investigation was launched after the Authority received player complaints regarding marketing material.

1 min read • Apr 16 • By Megan Elswyth

A woman taking a selfie with a horse mascot in front of a massive rugby ball

Land Based Horseracing + 2 more

Hong Kong Jockey Club hosts combined ‘Racing with Rugby’ event

Fans of horseracing and rugby were brought together for a full day and night of festivities and sports.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Megan Elswyth

Financial Online + 1 more

Entain reports 3% revenue rise as shares climb after Q1 update

The operator reported stronger-than-expected online growth in the UK and Australia, while analysts pointed to volume momentum despite customer-friendly sports results.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Shaan Khan

Systems & Software eSports + 2 more

DATA.BET Introduces In-Stream Betting

The company brings betting directly into the mobile live stream experience.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Eddie Overs

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 2 more

Kalshi calls out ‘regrettable’ Ohio fine proposal in Circuit Court filing

On April 14, the Ohio Casino Control Commission proposed a $5m fine against Kalshi, believing the operator has been conducting business in the state without a license since January 2025.

2 min read • Apr 15 • By Kirk Geller

Online Partnerships + 2 more

Inspired agrees to new global distribution agreement with Playtech

The supplier’s virtual sports portfolio will be distributed to operators around the globe through Playtech’s sportsbook platform, utilizing a new SaaS solution for back-end integration.

1 min read • Apr 15 • By Kirk Geller

Legal & Regulatory Lottery + 2 more

Buenos Aires Province moves to introduce sports betting at lottery shops

Buenos Aires Province is preparing to legalize sports betting at official lottery agencies, with industry leaders framing the move as a response to the growth of illegal online gambling.

1 min read • Apr 15 • By Milagros del Priore

Legal & Regulatory CSR + 4 more

Brazil bans betting on youth sports

Brazil’s Ministry of Sport defines permitted betting markets and strengthens protections for underage athletes.

1 min read • Apr 15 • By Layla Victoria