Today’s roundup highlights a global push for tighter regulation, from Pennsylvania’s skill games deadline to New York’s probe into prediction markets. Meanwhile, the UK sees a new gambling minister and advertising bans, while major deals and product launches signal industry transformation.
Regulation & Policy
- Pennsylvania group urges lawmakers to regulate skill games — The Pennsylvania Taverns and Players Association (PA TAP) is urging state lawmakers to pass legislation regulating skill games before an October 13 court deadline, after which the…
- NYC Council Probes Prediction Markets Over Alleged Deceptive Marketing — The New York City Council has opened an investigation into four major prediction market platforms—Polymarket, Kalshi, Coinbase, and Gemini Titan—over concerns about their…
- Lawmakers Want Wildfire Prediction Markets Removed, But None Have Existed Since January 2025 — Lawmakers are pressing the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to ban prediction markets that let users bet on wildfires, even though no such markets have been active…
- CFTC Orders Kalshi to Keep Operating as New York Seeks Shutdown — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued an emergency order requiring Kalshi to continue operating in New York, even as state authorities seek to shut the…
- France seeks centralised control of sport and betting — France is moving toward tighter central control over sport and betting, according to proposals reported by SBC News.
Fines & Penalties
- UK gambling advertising campaign banned after 125 Complaints — The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a gambling advertising campaign run by gaming operator Midnite (Dribble Media) after receiving 125 complaints.
- Midnite’s advertising campaign banned amid push for UK growth — The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a coordinated advertising campaign by the online betting operator Midnite after receiving 125 complaints.
Deals & Acquisitions
- Evoke shows tax scars ahead of M&A transformation — Evoke, the parent company of William Hill, is set to be acquired by Bally’s Intralot, with the deal expected to close in either the fourth quarter of 2026 or the first quarter of…
Partnerships
- BetMakers pens French deal in midst of Tabcorp takeover — BetMakers Technology Group, the Australian betting technology provider, has signed a new deal with Pari-Mutuel Urbain (PMU), the French state-owned company that holds a monopoly…
- BetMakers was ‘lowest risk’ and ‘cheapest’ option for Tabcorp’s tech overhaul — Tabcorp has chosen BetMakers as the technology provider for its major systems overhaul, with executives describing the supplier as the “lowest risk” and “cheapest” option.
Product Launches
- ‘The Sharps’ App Offers Unique Peer-to-Peer Sports Prediction Tournaments Ahead of NFL Season — The Sharps, a new app created by entrepreneur Rob McCall, is launching peer-to-peer sports prediction tournaments just in time for the NFL season.
- EvenBet Gaming introduces flexible Straddles and No Look All-In to drive higher operator revenue — EvenBet Gaming, a provider of online poker software, has introduced two new cash game features aimed at helping operators increase table action and player engagement.
- One stream after another: DELULU is everywhere — DELULU Gaming, a new game studio, has seen its first five titles quickly gain traction among popular streamers across Europe and the CIS, with content creators showcasing the…
People Moves
- Vicky Foxcroft confirmed as new UK gambling minister — Vicky Foxcroft, a Labour MP, has been confirmed as the new UK gambling minister, replacing Baroness Fiona Twycross in the administration of Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
- Vicky Foxcroft appointed as new Gambling Minister — Vicky Foxcroft has been appointed as the new Gambling Minister, a role that will see her oversee gambling policy and regulation in the UK.
Across the Industry
- Chat da Receita Federal do Brasil passa a ser acessado pelo portal Serviços da Receita Federal — A Receita Federal do Brasil (Brazilian Federal Revenue) has announced that its chat service is now accessible through the Serviços da Receita Federal portal.
- Lazio ends Polymarket sponsorship amid regulatory pressure — Italian Serie A club SS Lazio has ended its sponsorship agreement with prediction platform Polymarket, following the platform’s placement on Italy’s list of banned gambling…
- Circa Sports Owner Derek Stevens Unloads on Prediction Markets, Calling Them ‘Pirates’ & ‘Thieves’ — Circa Sports owner Derek Stevens has publicly criticized prediction markets, calling them "pirates" and "thieves" in comments reported on Tuesday.
- Everton player charged over breaches of FA betting regulations — Everton FC youngster Martin Sherif has been charged with breaching the Football Association’s betting regulations, according to reports.
- Judge revokes bond for co-defendant in Terry Rozier NBA gambling case — A federal judge has revoked the bond of Deniro Laster, a co-defendant in the NBA gambling case involving former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, after prosecutors accused him of…
- Major Sweepstakes Casinos Shut Shop Amid Intense Scrutiny in U.S. — Two major sweepstakes casinos, The Money Factory and CoinFrenzy, have abruptly shut down as U.S.
- Gambling and Prediction Market Interests Pour Millions Into Florida Elections, Largely to Donalds — Gambling companies, tribal gaming stakeholders, and prediction market firms have poured more than $12 million into Florida politics ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with much…
- Everton FC striker charged with breaching FA betting rules — Everton FC striker Martin Sherif has been charged with breaching the Football Association’s (FA) betting rules, according to a report from SBC News.
- Nevada problem gambling council moves to cut ties with national group over Kalshi partnership — The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling has announced plans to cut ties with the National Council on Problem Gambling, citing months of disagreement over the latter’s partnership…
- SEC and CFTC sue Goliath Ventures over alleged crypto Ponzi scheme — The U.S.
- FlightAware Cancels Lawsuit Against Kalshi, But Remains Source on Flight Market Open for Trading — FlightAware has dropped its lawsuit against prediction market operator Kalshi, with the two sides apparently settling out of court.
- FlightAware Drops Kalshi Lawsuit One Day After Filing as Kalshi Removes Its Name — FlightAware has dropped its lawsuit against prediction market Kalshi just one day after filing, and Kalshi has simultaneously removed FlightAware’s name from key…
- Catena Media Q2 Results: Lack Of Growth Sparks More Layoffs & Business Pivot — Catena Media, a company known for its affiliate marketing in the gambling sector, has reported a 1% drop in revenue for the second quarter of the year, prompting another round of…
- CFTC orders Kalshi to continue trading despite New York dispute — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has ordered Kalshi, a prediction market platform, to continue operating despite an ongoing legal dispute with New York’s Attorney…
- SOFTSWISS brings Mexican market expertise to SiGMA North America 2026 — SOFTSWISS, a provider of iGaming software and services, has announced it will attend SiGMA North America 2026, which is set to take place in Mexico City from September 1 to 3.
- Wynn Al Marjan Island becomes Wynn’s ‘first beachfront destination’ as construction advances — Wynn Resorts has confirmed that its upcoming Wynn Al Marjan Island resort will open in September 2027, a six-month delay from the original timeframe.
- Alea shortlisted for two SBC Awards ahead of SBC Summit Lisbon — Alea, a supplier of aggregation solutions for the iGaming industry, has been shortlisted in two categories at the upcoming SBC Awards in Lisbon.
- How to future-proof your affiliate program | ReferOn & Affiverse webinar — ReferOn and Affiverse are teaming up to host a live webinar on August 18 aimed at helping iGaming operators streamline their affiliate programmes.
- SiGMA North America set to deliver millions to Mexico’s economy — SiGMA North America, a major gaming industry summit, is set to make its debut in Mexico City from September 1 to 3, 2026, and organizers project the event will inject MXN220m…
- Evoke H1 revenue hit by UK tax increases as Bally’s Intralot takeover edges closer — Evoke, the operator behind brands like William Hill and Mr Green, saw its first-half revenue hit by increased taxes in the UK, according to a report from iGaming Business.
- Lazio ends €22m Polymarket sponsorship on mutual grounds — Italian Serie A club Lazio has ended its record €22m shirt sponsorship deal with US prediction markets platform Polymarket, citing mutual agreement.
- Brazil study reveals illegal betting market share fell in H1 2026 — A new study from Brazil indicates that the illegal betting market’s share of online wagering declined during the first half of 2026, though clandestine platforms continue to hold…
- UK betting trade body welcomes Vicky Foxcroft MP as Gambling Minister — The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), the UK’s gambling industry trade body, has publicly welcomed the appointment of Vicky Foxcroft MP as the new minister responsible for…
- Amelco: how to build on the world’s biggest sporting event — Amelco, a sports betting technology provider, is turning its attention to what happens after the FIFA World Cup ends, according to a new feature from SBC News.
- Could challenge-based betting breathe new life into UK sportsbooks? — The UK’s online gambling market is under pressure from new regulations and a planned tax increase, but the industry is exploring creative formats such as challenge-based betting…