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Virginia punts sweeps ban to 2027 as Indiana moves ahead

Legislative proposals to ban sweepstakes gaming went in different directions in two states on Wednesday.In Virginia, the idea was kicked down the road to...
A person looking in mirror as Michigan considers the same per-wager tax that is active in Illinois.

Michigan governor wants to mirror Illinois’ per-wager tax flex

Michigan could become the second state to implement a per-wager tax on online sportsbooks.The latest executive budget drafted by Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer aims...
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Dina Titus’ federal bill latest legislative effort to shackle prediction markets

New legislation from Nevada Rep. Dina Titus is the latest legislative effort to halt the spread of sports-focused prediction markets in the U.S.The Co-Chair...
Court dispute as Kalshi faces a civil enforcement action in Nevada.

Nevada vows to launch state civil enforcement action against Kalshi

Nevada is ready to step up the fight against Kalshi.The office of Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford sent a letter to a U.S....
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FanDuel joins DraftKings in banning credit card deposits in US

Users of the two biggest online gambling operators in the U.S. will no longer be able to fund their betting activity with a credit...
Dead end sign as NOVOMATIC's deal to acquire full control of Ainsworth hits a dead end.

Novomatic’s deal to fully acquire Ainsworth hits dead end

Novomatic AG Group’s quest to acquire the remaining shares of Ainsworth Gaming Technology has come to an abrupt end.The European gaming tech giant will...
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Oddin.gg continues US growth momentum with Maryland entry

Oddin.gg has continued to expand its footprint in the North American market after being given the green light to enter Maryland’s regulated sports betting...
A phone as the NCPG calls on prediction markets to use its gambling helpline.

NCPG wants prediction markets to promote its problem gambling helpline

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is requesting prediction markets to promote its new problem gambling helpline amid the growing popularity of event...
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NCAA Big Ten athletes say it’s time to shut the door on prop betting

NCAA student-athlete leaders have spoken out about prop betting, calling on NCAA President Charlie Baker to work to restrict or ban player-specific wagers on...
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Illinois gaming committee chair attempting to repeal per-wager tax

The chair of Illinois' House Gaming Committee wants the state to abandon its controversial per-wager tax on online sportsbooks.Rep. Daniel Didech's HB 5143 proposes...

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SBC Events announcement on recognized hours

SBC brings CPD-accredited learning to SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit

Professionals attending SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit this September will be able to turn three days of industry learning into recognized Continuing Professional...
SBC Summit AI Academy

SBC Summit’s AI Academy to cover AI agents, deepfake threats, human-AI collaboration

From spotting deepfake fraud to building your own AI assistant, SBC Summit's new AI Academy will take delegates beyond the theory of artificial intelligence...
SBC Summit gives delegates direct access to regulators through new regulatory gaming meet-ups

SBC Summit gives delegates direct access to regulators through new regulatory gaming meet-ups

SBC Summit has launched the Regulatory Gaming Meet-Ups, a new networking initiative that will connect delegates with regulators, market experts, and industry leaders from more than 20 gaming...
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Michael Jordan, Carsten Koerl, Jason Robins to open SBC Summit 2026

Lisbon, Portugal — SBC Summit 2026 will host one of the most high-profile keynote sessions ever staged in Europe by bringing together three of...