CFTC's Prediction Market Battle with States Unlikely to Reach
A compromise between the warring parties is unlikely in the increasingly bitter regulator-versus-states battle for control of prediction markets, say experts.
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Venetian Agrees to $7.2M Nevada AML Settlement
The operators of The Venetian Resort Las Vegas have agreed to pay a $7.2 million settlement to Nevada gaming regulators over anti-money laundering (AML) failures linked to convicted illegal bookmaker Mathew Bowyer.
Arizona Issues Cease-and-Desist Orders to 5 Operators
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) sent a series of cease-and-desist orders to a group of gambling operators, including a highly scrutinized social online poker platform.
Ex-Chief of Staff: Trump Not Focused on Prediction Market Regulations
During an opening panel at the annual National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) summer meeting, Mick Mulvaney, the former Chief of Staff of President Donald Trump, explained that while his son, Trump Jr., is a crucial player in the prediction markets scene, Trump Sr. isn’t prioritiz
Opposition Leader Criticizes President for Turning Korean Stock Market
The South Korean stock market has become a “gambling den,” claimed the leader of the largest opposition party, while accusing President Lee Jae-myung of causing the problem.
Wyoming Law Impacts Casper Gaming Development
A new Wyoming law has led the Casper City Council to impose a 180-day moratorium on new simulcasting and gaming development due to a requirement for local approval for historic horse racing locations.
Colorado Lottery to Promote NCPG’s 1-800-MY-RESET Helpline
The Colorado Lottery is making a major change to how it delivers problem gambling resources by promoting a new national hotline for gambling support.
Lio Chi Chong Named Acting Director of Macau Gaming Regulator
Lio Chi Chong has returned to the position of Acting Director at Macau's Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) for the second time in under two years.
MGA Annual Report Reveals €185,000 in Penalties and 19 New Licenses
The Malta Gaming Authority issued 30 penalties totaling €162,520 in 2025, along with other regulatory actions.
South Korea to Hear Polymarket's Defense on Gambling Concerns
South Korea’s Broadcasting, Media and Communications Review Committee will hear Polymarket’s response before deciding whether to take corrective action against the prediction market platform over gambling concerns.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs bans insider trading on prediction markets
Arizona’s Katie Hobbs is the latest state governor to issue an executive order to ban government employees from insider trading on prediction markets.
Quebec Gambling Addicts Neglect Province’s Rehabilitation Services
A study found that Quebec residents with gambling addiction seldom utilize the province’s rehab services.