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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
Gary Gensler, who spoke with IGA leadership about event contracts.

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...
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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...
SBC Americas provides the latest workforce changes in gaming.

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...
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, who is expected to sign a new sports betting tax into law

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...
Maine welcome sign as Caesars prepares to offer online casino gaming in the state.

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...

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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...
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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...
Snoop Dogg revealed as SBC Summit 2027 headliner

SBC Summit Live Blog: Snoop Dogg reveal highlights final day

LISBON, Portugal — We’re back to wrap up SBC Summit on the third and final day of the biggest show in in the industry....
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SBC Summit Live Blog: Michael Jordan leads Day 1 in Lisbon

LISBON, Portugal -- Welcome to SBC Summit, the biggest show in town headlined by the biggest name in sports, Michael Jordan.SBC Americas Editor Adam...