Will More States Legalize Real-Money Casinos in 2026?

January 9, 2026
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The Current Landscape of Casino Legalization in the U.S.Since the federal ban on sports betting was repealed in 2018, individual states have taken control over their gambling laws, resulting in a varied regulatory environment across the country. By 2025, only a handful of states have fully legalized online casino gaming, whereas many others offer retail […]


Florida Senator Proposes Major Shift in Gambling Laws and Removes Diversity Rules

January 9, 2026
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Florida Senator Proposes Comprehensive Changes to Gambling Oversight A Florida legislator is pushing for significant reforms in the state’s gambling regulations. Senator Clay Yarborough introduced a bill for the 2026 legislative session aiming to enhance the state’s control over gaming operations, crack down more effectively on illegal gambling, and eliminate diversity and inclusion mandates from […]


UK Gambling Commission Annual Report Reveals Significant Costs and Progress in Gambling Regulation

January 8, 2026
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Overview of the UK Gambling Commission’s Transitional Year The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has released its annual report for 2024/25, highlighting a year filled with substantial challenges as it broadened its regulatory duties amid rising expenses and heightened political attention. Two major developments defined this period: the transfer of the National Lottery’s fourth license to […]


Kalshi CEO Takes a Firm Stand Against Insider Trading in Prediction Markets

January 8, 2026
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Kalshi’s Commitment to Preventing Insider Trading Tarek Mansour, the CEO of Kalshi, has emphasized the company’s strict policy against insider trading within prediction markets. Using a recent industry controversy as a backdrop, Mansour highlighted crucial differences between regulated and unregulated platforms. He also expressed strong support for new legislation aimed at curbing the misuse of […]


Kalshi Reports Impressive $100 Billion Annual Trading Volume — Experts Question Accuracy

January 8, 2026
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Kalshi Announces Remarkable Annual Trading Volume Recently, Kalshi, a well-known prediction market platform, claimed to have achieved an annualized trading volume of $100 billion. This figure, if accurate, indicates a significant surge in platform activity and would position Kalshi among leading financial exchanges in terms of transaction volume. Industry Experts Express Skepticism Over Volume Claims […]


OPAP Shareholders Approve Merger with Allwyn

January 8, 2026
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Shareholders Approve OPAP-Allwyn Merger OPAP recently hosted an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) where shareholders voted in favor of the proposed merger with Allwyn. The approval represents a significant step forward, although the merger is still contingent on fulfilling additional conditions. Building a Leading European Lottery and Gaming Company Last October, the European lottery giant Allwyn […]


IGT and Rhode Island Lottery Renew Partnership Until 2028

January 8, 2026
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Unique Gambling Approach in Rhode Island The state of Rhode Island maintains a distinct position in the gambling landscape by permitting various forms of gambling yet operating under a single-operator system. In this arrangement, the Rhode Island Lottery chose Bally’s as its primary partner and collaborated with IGT to manage Bally’s sports betting operations within […]


Woman Uses Pepper Spray to Rob Fast-Food Restaurant, Then Gambles Stolen Cash

January 8, 2026
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Incident at Fast-Food Restaurant On January 2nd, a woman named Kaudija Haynes was involved in a robbery at a Chick-fil-A drive-thru in Leeds, Alabama. Armed with pepper spray, she threatened the employees to hand over money. The workers, feeling intimidated, complied with her demands. After the robbery, she fled the scene hastily, nearly endangering some […]


Rising Speculation: Trump’s Interest in Greenland and Other Geopolitical Moves

January 8, 2026
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Increased Speculation on US Actions in Greenland Following the recent US operation in Venezuela to detain Nicolás Maduro, speculation has surged that former President Trump may attempt to seize Greenland. This speculation is reflected in prediction markets, which have raised the odds of a US move towards Greenland control. Trump’s Growing Focus on Greenland Acquisition […]


FashionTV Gaming Partners with BetMGM to Launch Exclusive Luxury-Themed Casino Games

January 8, 2026
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FashionTV Gaming Collaborates with BetMGM to Deliver Unique Casino Experiences FashionTV Gaming Group has announced a significant partnership with BetMGM, one of the premier operators in the sports betting and iGaming market. This collaboration aims to combine FashionTV’s signature luxury design and flair with BetMGM’s renowned player engagement and entertainment capabilities, enhancing their reach across […]