A class action lawsuit in Missouri has put crypto casino Stake, rapper Drake, and influencer Adin Ross in legal trouble over claims of promoting unlawful online gambling to young viewers The case, filed in Jackson County’s 16th Circuit Court, accuses the trio of luring Missourians—especially minors—into using Stake despite state laws banning..

Federal prosecutors have indicted former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, accusing him of running a high-stakes, unlicensed poker ring from a Los Angeles mansion Good to Know Arenas and five co-defendants face conspiracy and illegal gambling charges Prosecutors allege the group hosted Pot-Limit Omaha games with a per-hand fee Arenas..

Cryptocom will stop offering sports event contracts to Nevada residents starting November 3 after the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) ruled that such products qualify as wagering under state law Good to Know The halt follows a US District Court decision denying Cryptocom’s injunction request The NGCB says sports event contracts..

Bloomberry Resorts Corp has taken another step in reshaping its regional portfolio, announcing that it will divest its Jeju Sun Hotel & Casino in South Korea through a structured sale agreement The move comes as the Philippine gaming operator focuses more tightly on its domestic projects, including its Solaire resorts in Manila and Quezon..

After his administration’s earlier effort to raise taxes on financial transactions fell apart, Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is now preparing a fresh proposal — one that directly targets betting operators and fintech companies Good to Know The new bill would increase taxes on betting firms and fintechs to as high..

The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) is warning that raising gambling taxes could wipe billions from the UK economy and put tens of thousands of jobs at risk Good to Know EY-Parthenon estimates up to £31 billion in losses to the UK economy As many as 40,000 industry jobs could disappear under proposed tax hikes The new tax plan..

he Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has joined a growing list of state regulators taking a firm stance against unlicensed prediction markets, signaling that such activities qualify as illegal gambling under state law Good to Know Illinois now joins Pennsylvania and Michigan in issuing warnings about event contract trading The IGB says..

Kalshi is once again taking a stand — this time against one of the most powerful states in the US The federally regulated prediction market has filed a lawsuit against New York, arguing that the state’s gaming regulators have no authority to penalize its operations Good to Know Kalshi has asked a federal court for an emergency..

High-stakes private poker games tied to organized crime and well-known sports figures are now under intense investigation Details released by authorities describe the use of advanced technology, hidden communication signals, and coordinated cheating plans to target wealthy players across multiple cities Good to Know Authorities say..

Influencer marketing continues to play a major role in online gambling promotion across Europe, especially as brands rely more on social media, streaming platforms, and creator-driven engagement To address rising responsibilities in responsible gambling advertising, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has introduced a new pledge..

Betsson has shared its Q3 performance and highlighted steady growth across several core regions, with strong results in both Western Europe and Latin America The company closed the quarter ending 30 September with an increase in group revenue and continued confidence in its global expansion strategy Good to Know Group revenue reached..

Online gaming oversight in New Jersey remains active, with state regulators issuing financial penalties when operators fall short of responsible gaming expectations The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) recently assessed a civil penalty against Digital Gaming Corporation, which runs Super Group products in the state, for lapses..

Online social gaming has grown into a large part of everyday entertainment in the United States, and one advocacy group is calling for a clearer, regulated path rather than sudden bans The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) is urging New York policymakers to consider structured oversight for sweepstakes gaming platforms, arguing that the..

The FBI has arrested Portland Trailblazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier as part of a sweeping federal investigation into sports rigging and illegal poker operations connected to organized crime Authorities confirmed 34 arrests across 11 states, charging suspects with wire fraud, money laundering, extortion,..

St8 has received official approval from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) to operate as a licensed supplier, marking another major milestone in the company’s expansion across key regulated markets Good to Know St8 now holds an Ontario supplier license under the AGCO The company can now offer its entire game..

The American Gaming Association (AGA) has strongly criticized the National Hockey League’s new partnership with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, warning that the move undermines the integrity of the regulated US sports betting industry Good to Know The NHL signed a multi-year deal making Kalshi and Polymarket its..

Robinhood is widening its event contract lineup just in time for a busy sports and political season The company confirmed plans to launch over a hundred new contracts spanning sports, politics, business, and culture as part of a steady weekly rollout Good to Know Over 100 new contracts are set to roll out across multiple categories..

Thailand has once again outlawed poker nationwide following an executive order from Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, effectively reversing a brief legalization period introduced by the previous administration The decision, announced Wednesday and reported by The Nation, reinstates strict prohibitions on poker and aligns..

Brazil is entering a decisive phase in shaping its 2026 financial and regulatory agenda The Federal Government, led by Finance Minister Fernando Haddad, is set to introduce two separate fiscal reform bills to Congress—one to control public spending and another to boost national revenue—while also reinforcing President Luiz Inácio Lula da..

The Gambling Commission has imposed a £10 million fine on Platinum Gaming Limited, operator of unibetcouk and ukbingocom, after uncovering extensive failings in anti-money laundering and safer gambling systems The company also received a formal warning and will now undergo an independent audit to ensure its internal policies are fully..