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High Roller Technologies Launches ROLR Prediction Market Platform
High Roller Technologies debuted its ROLR prediction market in partnership with Crypto.com, with the company forecasting revenue generation in Q4 2026.
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Taiwan Lottery Fraud Case Exposes Vulnerability in Receipt-Based Betting System
Three suspects in Taiwan allegedly exploited the country's unique Uniform Invoice Lottery to fraudulently claim over $612,000 in prizes using genuine winning tickets belonging to other players.
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New Brunswick Explores Regulated iGaming Market to Compete Against Unregulated Operators
New Brunswick is considering opening its iGaming market to private operators, following Ontario and Alberta's lead as the province seeks to recapture an estimated CA$200 million in annual revenue lost to unregulated sites.
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UK Regulator Fines L&L Europe 900K Pounds for Withdrawal Delays and AML Failures
The UK Gambling Commission settled with L&L Europe over unfair withdrawal practices, AML shortcomings, and inadequate safer gambling controls affecting seven licensed brands.
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Fanatics Expands Free Player Injury Protection to Full NFL and NBA Game Coverage
Fanatics Sports & Casino has extended its FAIR PLAY Max Pledge injury protection program to cover entire NFL and NBA games at no cost to bettors, automatically protecting eligible player prop wagers.
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FIFA World Cup Prediction Market Partner Faces Wash Trading Investigation
ADI Predictstreet, FIFA's official prediction market partner for 2026, is under scrutiny after blockchain analysis revealed $108M in trades from company-linked wallets, raising questions about market authenticity.
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Nevada Culinary Union Mobilizes for Midterm Elections Amid Casino Industry Labor Tensions
Vice President Kamala Harris will address Nevada's Culinary Union on October 21 to endorse Attorney General Aaron Ford's gubernatorial campaign, as the 60,000-member hospitality workforce expresses discontent with current economic policies.
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Ohio Escalates Legal Campaign Against Prediction Market Operators
Governor Mike DeWine announces enforcement action against prediction market platforms including Kalshi and Polymarket, challenging their federal regulatory exemption from state gambling laws.
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FanDuel Defends VIP Program Amid Lawmakers' Scrutiny Over Harm Prevention
FanDuel released a new transparency webpage addressing congressional concerns about its VIP program and personalized marketing practices following a $1.5 million lawsuit alleging the operator encouraged compulsive gambling.
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Clark County's Street Performer Warning Campaign Misses Mark on Strip Harassment
Las Vegas authorities launched digital warnings telling tourists tipping street performers is optional, but critics argue the messaging fails to address the core issue of aggressive extortion tactics that led to a violent assault.
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South Korea Dismantles $17.2B Illegal Gambling Network Built on Rapid-Deploy Casino Sites
South Korean police have shut down one of the country's largest illegal online gambling operations, which used specialized software to launch fully functioning casino websites in approximately 10 minutes.
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Caesars Palace Solidifies Entertainment Strategy with Motley Crue Residency, J-Lo Broadcast
Caesars Palace is doubling down on marquee entertainment with Motley Crue's spring residency and a nationally televised Jennifer Lopez concert special, signaling continued investment in high-profile Vegas attractions.
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NBA Implements Sweeping Player Prop Bet Restrictions Following Gambling Scandals
The NBA has ordered DraftKings and FanDuel to eliminate certain player prop bets this season, citing integrity concerns linked to recent gambling conspiracies involving NBA players Jontay Porter and Terry Rozier.
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Hacksaw Gaming Pivots to Prediction Markets as Slot Revenue Growth Slows
Swedish iGaming supplier Hacksaw Group has launched a B2B prediction markets platform, targeting an estimated $1 trillion market by 2030 as its traditional gaming revenue growth decelerates to 11-12% in Q3 2026.
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Ontario Regulator Allegedly Withheld Problem Gambling Study Ahead of Market Launch
Internal documents suggest iGaming Ontario concealed research showing higher-than-expected problem gambling rates when the province's regulated online market launched in 2022.
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Sportsbook-Backed PACs Resume Multimillion-Dollar Political Push Ahead of November Midterms
Major US sportsbook operators have invested nearly $100 million into political action committees targeting state-level races, resuming advertising efforts as midterm elections approach on November 3.
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DraftKings Loses Full License Renewal in Louisiana Amid AI and Disclosure Review
Louisiana regulators declined to renew DraftKings' full gambling license, instead granting a conditional extension while investigating shareholder disclosures and the operator's use of artificial intelligence in customer targeting.
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Florida Gambling Helpline Director Sentenced to 10 Years for $1.4M Theft
Philip Sullivan, who led Florida's problem gambling helpline after his own recovery, was sentenced to 118.5 months in prison for stealing $1.4 million from his former employer to fund a gambling addiction.
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BGaming Expands Halloween Casual Lineup With Aviamasters 2 Halloween Release
BGaming has launched Aviamasters 2 Halloween, a seasonal variant of its popular casual flight game featuring a pumpkin-headed pilot navigating a dark, supernatural setting with familiar mechanics and a 97% RTP.
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FBI Connects Casino Bomb Threat Suspect to Child Exploitation Network
A 21-year-old Northern Ireland man accused of making extortion threats against US casinos has been identified by the FBI as a high-ranking member of an online network that coerces children into self-harm.
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Sports Betting Ad Spend Expected to Double to $7B in 2027, CEO Projects
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin forecasts the U.S. sports betting industry will spend $7 billion on marketing next year, more than double 2025 levels, as competition intensifies among major operators.
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High-Stakes Gambler Shane Hennen Pleads Guilty Across Three Major Sports Betting Scandals
Las Vegas gambler Shane 'Sugar Shane' Hennen has admitted guilt in interconnected schemes involving NBA insider trading, NCAA point-shaving, and rigged poker, facing up to 125 years in prison across two cases.
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BC.GAME's BC Engine Surpasses $10 Million in Rewards Six Months After Launch
BC.GAME's native reward mechanism, BC Engine, has distributed over $10 million in BCD tokens to eligible holders since its April 2026 debut, marking rapid adoption across the platform's ecosystem.
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German Court Rulings Could Expose Operators to Thousands of Refund Claims
A series of German and European court decisions may allow players to reclaim losses from unlicensed online gambling operators, potentially opening the door to mass compensation cases.
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BetMGM Reports 27% Deposit Limit Adoption Surge as McDavid Partnership Renewal Emphasizes Player Protection
BetMGM has renewed its partnership with NHL star Connor McDavid, citing a 27% year-over-year increase in accounts using deposit limits following its 'Mullet Over' responsible gambling campaign.
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UK gambling sector risks weakening tax argument by dividing against itself
As machine games duty hike threats loom, industry voices warn that bookmakers and adult gaming centres attacking each other could concede the case for higher taxation to government.
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EU and UK Launch Antitrust Probes into Sportradar's Sports Data Monopoly
European regulators are investigating Sportradar after Altenar accused the data giant of restricting competitors' access to official sports betting odds and live data. Potential fines could reach 10% of annual turnover.
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Malta Media Journalist Michael Schmitt's Identity Questioned After AI Avatar Confirmation
An investigative journalist covering gambling industry finances has raised verification concerns after Malta Media confirmed his videos use AI avatars and his LinkedIn profile disappeared.
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SportsGrid Seeks Buyer as Sports Betting Media Partnerships Lose Financial Appeal
SportsGrid, a 24-hour sports wagering media network, is reportedly exploring a sale through investment bank Telos Advisors after years of declining revenue and the loss of major sportsbook partnerships.
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