North America

Half of Americans say they are gambling, but rate is declining

Around half of American adults say they partake in at least one form of gambling, but confirmed participation in almost every category fell in...
A judge banging a gavel

Novig on court offensive after prediction markets launch

Within two weeks of its near-nationwide launch as a sports prediction market platform, Novig has now instigated court battles with five separate states.Novig sued...
A globe with pins as GeoComply and FanDuel renew their partnership.

FanDuel, GeoComply agree to multiyear partnership renewal

GeoComply continues to maintain relationships with some of the largest gambling operators in the country as the geolocation giant renews a partnership with FanDuel.On...
Kalshi ruling suggests judges learning from each other

Kalshi loss in Washington shows how judges are watching each other

A local judge in Washington on Thursday ordered Kalshi to stop offering its most popular markets in the state, the latest court victory for...
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Prediction Markets Weekly: FlightAware grounds own Kalshi lawsuit

This week's prediction markets headline was undoubtedly the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issuing an emergency declaration that ordered Kalshi to defy New York...
Kalshi, Polymarket face tough week with regulators after Trump mention scandal

Cities eye Kalshi, Polymarket as feds surprisingly probe mention markets

Regulatory pressure continues to mount on Kalshi from multiple angles this week, from the lowest levels to the highest ones in the United States.In...
IGA Chairman David Bean, who joined The New Normal webinar.

IGA Chair David Bean on next steps for tribes in prediction markets fight

The proliferation of sports event contracts from prediction markets creates uncertainty for federally recognized tribes, prompting discussions about how they can respond to threats...
Charles Schwab Field in Nebraska, a state which may be ready to put sports betting to the vote

Sports betting, iGaming lobbyists on which states could legalize next

New online sports betting markets don't come around in the U.S. very often these days, and new online casino states are even rarer.Which...
SBC Americas provides the latest workforce changes in gaming.

Hires and Higher-Ups: Underdog, Polymarket add new talent to prediction markets

Major players in the prediction market space continued bolstering their operations this week with several key hires.Each week, SBC Americas highlights the latest...
Outstretched hands seeking relief, similar to Kalshi's letter

Kalshi asks appeals court for relief from federal response it sought out

Kalshi and its preferred regulator and legal partner unveiled Wednesday what reasonably could be seen as extraordinary coordination in a filing with the Second...

Event News

SBC Hall of Fame Class of 2026

DraftKings CEO Jason Robins named among SBC Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026

SBC has announced the five individuals whose achievements and influence have earned them a place in the SBC Hall of Fame class of 2026.The ceremony...
SBC Summit Compliance Tech

Staying ahead of the threat: SBC Summit unveils Compliance Tech Track for 2026

SBC Summit will examine the technologies helping operators detect threats, combat fraud, and strengthen compliance through its dedicated Compliance Tech conference track.Taking place on Thursday, Oct....
SBC Summit First Pitch

SBC Summit reveals 5 First Pitch finalists to showcase next-gen gaming tech

SBC has revealed the five startups that will compete in the 2026 edition of First Pitch, in partnership with BettingStartups, with this year’s shortlist...
SBC Summit The Script

The Script to headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night

SBC Summit 2026’s evening program will open with a headline performance from multi-platinum-selling band The Script, marking one of the largest artist bookings in...