Day: 2 February 2026

Key Moments: California has seen a surge in prediction market activity around the Super Bowl, despite its ban on legal sports betting Platforms like Kalshi are leveraging federal regulations to offer sports-based contracts, bypassing state gambling laws Regulatory uncertainty and mounting legal challenges are placing the future of prediction markets in question Alternative Betting Channels Gain Traction Although California continues to prohibit legal sports betting, the arrival of the Super Bowl has intensified interest in alternative wagering options. In particular, prediction markets have enabled state residents to participate in activities…

Key Moments: The Malta Gaming Authority has identified four websites that falsely claim to operate under its license. The regulator emphasized that these sites are not authorized to provide gaming services under Maltese law. Recent actions form part of the MGA’s ongoing effort to protect consumers and combat misuse of its brand. Websites Cited for False Licensing Claims The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) released a notice on 29 January 2026 announcing that four gambling sites are improperly associating themselves with the regulator. According to the statement, slotvocalnocasheu.vip, joypang-0907.com, nobet177.com, and…

Key Moments: Consultation documents from the Department of Culture, Media and Sport point to potential gambling licence fee increases of up to 30% Without new funding, the UK Gambling Commission expects its reserves to run out by 2026/27 Any revised fee structure would take effect from October 1, 2026, following industry consultation Fee Restructuring Under Consideration The British government is reviewing proposals to raise gambling licence fees, with increases potentially reaching 30%. According to newly published documents from the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), officials are assessing several…