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Playtech labels sweepstakes operations ‘immaterial’ after California exit

Playtech leaders sought to minimize their sweepstakes-related operations at their H1 2025 earnings call on Thursday, calling the vertical "immaterial" in the context of...
The MGM Grand Lion in Las Vegas, Nevada

BetMGM to sponsor The Price is Right game, launch online casino version

BetMGM will sponsor the first-ever custom-branded game on longtime TV staple The Price is Right.As the next step in the partnership between the gaming...
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AGA: Most people say sports contracts ‘exploiting loophole,’ should be regulated

New research from YouGov commissioned by the American Gaming Association (AGA) suggests that a large majority of the public believes that prediction markets are...
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Pechanga’s Sean Vasquez on how California tribes are lifting each other up

California’s gaming market is drawing nationwide attention with emerging verticals sparking regulatory and legal concerns while also providing players in a market with no...
NCAA basketball as the organization bans three players.

Three former Fresno State basketball players receive NCAA ban for betting

Three men’s college basketball players had their NCAA eligibility permanently revoked on Wednesday following an investigation by the organization into gambling-related infractions.Three former Fresno...
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SBC Summit on track to welcome 30,000 attendees to Lisbon

SBC Summit returns to Lisbon next week with its biggest edition yet, delivering 20% year-on-year growth to reach 30,000 delegates. The event will also...
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Titus’ attempt to add FAIR BET Act to defense bill goes nowhere

The effort to push through a measure to restore the 100% gambling loss tax deduction as a fast-tracked amendment to the 2026 National Defense Authorization...
Apple in an orange peel

CA tribes want court to stop Kalshi calling its product sports betting

The group of California tribes suing Kalshi in California Northern District Court have more requests for the judge.In addition to suing Kalshi and...
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Nevada judge says discovery will proceed in Kalshi case

Kalshi made a valiant attempt to argue to the Nevada District Court that the lawsuit the group filed against Nevada state gaming regulators does...
A scoreboard as Kalshi partners with STATSCORE.

STATSCORE to provide Kalshi with live updates for sports contracts

A European sports data provider is delivering its services to Kalshi as the prediction market bolsters its sports contracts following a strong start to...

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SBC Global Prediction Markets Forum

SBC unveils new Global Prediction Markets Forum in Lisbon 

SBC has announced the launch of the Global Prediction Markets Forum, a new standalone event dedicated to one of the fastest-evolving sectors in betting...
SBC Summit

SBC Summit’s new masterclasses bring hands-on training to delegates

SBC Summit will introduce three expert-led Masterclasses in 2026, giving delegates practical training in sportsbook trading, electronic gaming and responsible gaming marketing.Running from September...
Affiliate Leaders Awards Shortlist

Meet the Nominees: Affiliate Leaders Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed

SBC has revealed the shortlist for the second edition of the Affiliate Leaders Awards, taking place at Lisbon’s MEO Arena on Wednesday, September 30.More...
Loserball CEO Jonathan Gruber, who spoke with SBC Americas.

Q&A: Loserball’s Jonathan Gruber on entering a competitive gaming market

SBC Summit Americas 2026 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., provided key stakeholders from around the world an opportunity to discuss the landscape of online gaming.Loserball...