North America

Late former IGA chairman Erne Stevens Jr. with his successor David Bean

David Bean steps up as IGA Chairman after Ernie Stevens Jr.’s passing

David Bean, for years a prominent figure within the Indian Gaming Association (IGA), has officially taken over as chairman for the remainder of the...
Two people's arms reaching out to each other for help

Genius Sports suggests prediction markets may need its help

Genius Sports works with multiple sports leagues and several sportsbooks to provide official data, technology and integrity services. The company is open to doing...
Safety sign as Michigan's gaming regulator adds new safeguards amid the NBA's latest gambling scandal.

MGCB imposes new safeguards amid NBA’s latest gambling scandal

The NBA’s latest alleged gambling scandal spurred the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) to ensure it is fostering a safe and fair environment for...
A person putting U.S. banknotes in his back pocket

PrizePicks unveils new early exit payout feature

Daily fantasy sports (DFS) giant PrizePicks has replicated a feature found on several sportsbooks by introducing an Early Payout option for users.The new feature...
UFC logo as the organization faces more gambling woes.

UFC cuts fighter tied to suspicious wagers flagged by operators

A period of suspicious betting activity led to the release of an athlete from the UFC and a round of refunds issued by a...
Google sign as the company updates its gambling and games policy.

Google now considers sweepstakes casinos ineligible for ad certification

Google’s latest policy update includes new stipulations related to social casino advertising.The tech giant updated its Gambling and Games policy, providing clarification to the...
The New Jersey State House in Trenton, NJ, where some lawmakers are hoping to ban micro betting

New Jersey politicians double down on attempt to ban micro betting

A New Jersey Senator has filed a bill that would ban in-play prop bets on the next action in a sporting event.Sen. Paul Moriarty's...
NCAA March Madness ball as the tournament will require teams to provide player injury reports.

NCAA to require player availability reports for March Madness

The organization behind one of America’s most popular sporting events is making changes amid the popularity of regulated online sports betting.The NCAA announced the...
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Congress watching NCAA closely regarding athlete betting change

A Congressional committee that helps to oversee sports in the U.S. has written to the NCAA to question the wisdom of the league's decision...
Rep. Paul Tonko speaks to media as he asks U.S. sports leagues to support his SAFE Bet Act.

Tonko asks pro sports leagues to support the SAFE BET Act

The NBA’s latest gambling scandal led New York Rep. Paul Tonko to voice his desire for America’s professional sports leagues to support his federal...

Event News

SBC Summit Europe

SBC, VNLOK partner to strengthen licensed operator participation at SBC Summit Europe

SBC and Vergunde Nederlandse Online Kansspelaanbieders (VNLOK), the trade association for licensed Dutch online gambling operators, have agreed to a new multi-year strategic partnership...
SBC Summit 2026 ribbon-cutting

SBC Summit 2026 ends record week with 40,000 attendees as event commits to Lisbon...

SBC Summit's record-breaking 2026 edition delivered growth not only in overall attendance, but across some of the industry’s most commercially important audience groups.Operator numbers...
SBC Summit Europe Amsterdam announcement

SBC Summit Europe builds on Amsterdam move with regulated markets focus

SBC Summit Europe will bring together the businesses, regulators and policymakers shaping the future of regulated gambling across the continent when it takes place...
SBC Summit Lisbon

SBC signs long-term agreement to keep SBC Summit in Lisbon until 2030

SBC has signed a new long-term agreement confirming Lisbon as the host city of SBC Summit through 2030, formalizing the company’s commitment to the...