Prediction Markets Weekly: MLBPA wants prop contracts banned
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) sued Kentucky, Kalshi sued Illinois for similar reasons, and DraftKings finally launched its own prediction markets exchange, and...
DraftKings launches in-house prediction market exchange DKeX
DraftKings is taking its prediction markets in-house. It has launched its awaited proprietary prediction markets exchange, which it has called DKeX.Made possible by...
NCAA request for prop ban held over by Indiana gaming regulator
Integrity concerns surrounding NCAA prop bets were discussed during a business meeting Thursday between the NCAA and the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC).The meeting ended...
Problem gambling experts detail why young men are uniquely at risk
Read any reputable study about gambling disorders and one conclusion that will rise to the surface is that young men are perhaps the most...
How state regulators can adapt to fighting illegal gaming in digital age
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Fighting the massive unregulated and illegal gaming market presents a daunting challenge for state-level regulators.As discussed at this month’s SBC...
Former CFTC chairman Gensler on joining states in prediction markets battles
The growing popularity of prediction markets is creating new opportunities in gaming and finance, but the vertical is causing friction for states and tribal...
Fanatics, IC360 launch AI-powered program to target abusive bettors
Fanatics Sportsbook and Integrity Compliance 360 (IC360) are teaming up on a new program intended to detect and report social media abuse related to...
Hires and Higher-Ups: Novig hires ex-Kalshi and CFTC official, Bragg chair resigns
The first half of the year is coming to a close for a U.S. commercial gaming industry that is undergoing constant change.Each week, SBC Americas highlights...
Kalshi sues Illinois before new prediction markets law takes effect
Kalshi is suing Illinois in an attempt to block the state's plan to start requiring prediction markets operators to apply for licenses and pay...
Caesars expands Maine Wabanaki Tribes deal to include online casino
Caesars Entertainment will soon add online casino gaming to its online sports betting operations in Maine, thanks to an extension of its partnership with...
Event News
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...
Standing out in a crowded market: SBC Summit adds Marketing & CX Track to...
SBC Summit will explore how betting and gaming brands can cut through the noise with more distinctive, data-driven and effective marketing campaigns through its...
SBC Summit strengthens startup focus with BettingStartups collaboration
SBC Summit has partnered with BettingStartups to strengthen its support for early-stage betting and gaming companies, with the collaboration spanning both the Startup Hub...
SBC Summit’s Player Experience Academy explores engagement and its limits
SBC Summit will put player experience under the microscope this September in Lisbon, as its Academy brings together the operators, product leaders, and regulators...