North America

Someone winning first place as Kalshi is the first prediction market to join the NCPG.

Kalshi emerges as first prediction market to secure NCPG membership

Kalshi and the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) have agreed to a landmark deal, making the prediction market the first to join the...
Two lawyers as Kalshi faces new lawsuits.

Kalshi faces new lawsuits, fights back with Washington appeal

Kalshi’s legal team continues to have a heavy workload as the prediction market’s proceedings expand with new lawsuits in New Mexico and Kentucky.Last week,...
A person cutting as PENN and GDC Group undergo job cuts.

PENN, GDC reportedly cut jobs amid restructuring plans

The U.S. commercial gaming industry is undergoing more changes, with two major gambling-related companies recently restructuring their organizations through job cuts.During its Q1 2026...
Louisiana

Q+A: Christopher Hebert on how Louisiana addresses responsible gaming

As chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, Christopher Hebert deals with the constantly evolving challenges in reaching and helping problem gamblers every day.Hebert...
Bally's as the company receives a new vendor license in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island expands sports betting market with Bally’s license: report

Bally’s Corporation is continuing to solidify its footprint in Rhode Island’s commercial gaming market after being awarded a vendor license to expand its presence...
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Prediction Markets Weekly: NFL sends letter to the CFTC, Kalshi teams up with MSG

The burgeoning U.S. prediction market sector closed a busy week of activity.Each Friday at SBC Americas, we highlight some of the biggest headlines and...
An NCAA basketball as the organization reaches a resolution tied to gambling violations.

Former NCAA basketball player agreed to help bettors by poor performance

The NCAA determined that former Abilene Christian men’s basketball player Airion Simmons violated the organization’s sports betting rules as part of a gambling scheme...
Oklahoma sweepstakes

Oklahoma sweepstakes banned as legislature overrides Gov. Stitt

A bill to ban Oklahoma sweepstakes games will become law after state legislators again broke with Gov. Kevin Stitt on a gaming issue and...
SBC Americas provides the latest workforce changes in gaming.

Hires and Higher-Ups: Kalshi, Scientific Games, Accel and more

The second week of May proved to be another busy week for key stakeholders in gaming.Each week, SBC Americas highlights the latest workforce and organizational changes...
UFC President Dana White, who wrote a letter to President Donald Trump.

UFC head White urges Trump to restore gambling tax deduction

After lawmakers failed to repeal a controversial provision related to gambling tax deductions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) last year, UFC...

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...