Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling has ended its affiliation with the National Council on Problem Gambling due to the NCPG’s partnership with Kalshi. Nevada’s regulator has been involved in ongoing court actions and enforcement against Kalshi, which intensified legal and organizational friction. Michigan previously withdrew from the NCPG, signaling a broader division among state authorities over partnerships with prediction-market operators. Fractures Deepen Over Kalshi Partnership The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling has formally ended its relationship with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), a move prompted…

Key Moments: Abelson Sports has partnered with SABA Sports to supply its Football Player Markets (FPM) product. SABA Sports will integrate Abelson’s player performance data, including extra-time pricing and ‘score or assist’ combinations. The partnership expands Abelson’s presence in Asia and strengthens SABA’s global football betting offering. Comprehensive Player Performance Data Integrated Abelson Sports has partnered with SABA Sports to add Football Player Markets (FPM) to its platforms. Through the agreement, SABA Sports gains access to a broad range of player performance data. The offering covers goalscorers, cards, shots, shots…

Key Moments: Pikkit has adopted ProphetX’s prediction market technology, giving users access to sports event contracts. The partnership will offer game outcomes, player props, and season-long futures for the NFL, NBA, and international soccer. Pikkit plans to launch the integration before the upcoming NFL season in September. Strategic Partnership Between ProphetX and Pikkit ProphetX continues to expand its business-to-business segment through a new partnership with Pikkit, a sports tracking and analytics platform. As part of the deal, Pikkit users will gain access to sports event contracts powered by ProphetX. Pikkit…

United Racing Şans Oyunları assumed control of Turkey’s pari-mutuel betting system in early 2026 Agent commissions for Turkish racing bets were reduced, triggering discontent among retail and online operators Ownership ties and transparency regarding United Racing’s contract have drawn parliamentary and media attention Transition to United Racing and Market Objectives United Racing Şans Oyunları began overseeing the pari-mutuel betting system affiliated with Türkiye Jokey Kulübü (TJK) at the start of 2026, following support from the Türkiye Wealth Fund (TVF), which maintains statutory oversight of Turkish horse racing. The contract, set…

Key Moments: Industry analysis finds EU governments missed out on €22.9bn in tax revenue due to illegal online gambling in 2025 Estimates of the black market’s size remain highly disputed among industry groups Multiple regulatory strategies have been proposed to counter illegal operators across Europe Major Findings from Latest Study A recent impact study commissioned by the European Casino Association (ECA) and conducted by Gambling Compliance International (GCI) reports that illegal online gambling targeting EU consumers reached €91.6bn in 2025, an increase of approximately 14 percent from the prior year.…

Key Moments: Authorities confiscated over £110,000 in cash, gold bars, coins, and jewelry during raids in Sheffield and Doncaster targeting illegal gambling operations. Sixteen unauthorized betting terminals and substantial amounts of illicit goods, including stolen motorbikes and counterfeit tobacco, were found during the enforcement activity on August 4 and 5. Seven arrests have taken place in relation to suspected immigration violations, possession of a bladed article, and gambling crimes, with further investigations ongoing. Extensive Raids Target Unlawful Gambling and Linked Crimes Joint operations led by South Yorkshire Police, the Gambling…

Key Moments: Hard Rock Bet has entered Ontario, marking its first expansion outside the United States Ontario operators generated more than $4 billion in revenue in 2025, a 34 per cent increase year-on-year Alberta’s gambling market recorded $1.28 billion in consumer spending in the 12 months ending June 2026 Hard Rock Bet Begins Operations in Canada Hard Rock Bet has officially launched in Ontario, establishing itself as a new participant in the province’s regulated gambling landscape. This move represents the brand’s inaugural venture outside the United States and intensifies competition…

Key Moments: Serbia’s Ministry of Finance rejects proposed limitations on new betting outlet locations Officials argue that the distance rule would favor existing operators and hinder new market entrants Licensed slot machine venues in Serbia have fallen from 61 in 2024 to 50, according to government data Debate Over New Betting Shop Regulations The Serbian government is at odds with a parliamentary initiative that seeks to impose minimum-distance requirements for new betting shop openings. Lawmakers Vaso Obradović and Milica Rondović from Serbian Democracy (NSD) have advocated for a rule mandating…

Key Moments: ENJOY launched its slot games on Lottomatica.it and GoldBet, both operated by Lottomatica Group The rollout was finalized via Microgame, providing immediate access to major ENJOY titles This initiative follows ENJOY’s recent market entry in Italy earlier in the year New Distribution Channels in Italy ENJOY has expanded its footprint in Italy’s regulated iGaming sector by introducing a suite of its slot games on Lottomatica.it and GoldBet. Both platforms are managed by the Lottomatica Group and represent two of the country’s most established gaming destinations. The launch was…

Key Moments: All Diamond Casino games in GTA Online have been disabled for Australian players this week No explanation has been given by Rockstar for the sudden restriction Australia joins approximately 50 regions where betting features are blocked in GTA Online Casino Gameplay Suspended for Australian Users This week, Australian players logging into GTA Online found that major gambling features within the Diamond Casino had been deactivated. All casino-related activities, including blackjack, roulette, poker, slot machines, Inside Track horse racing, and the Lucky Wheel, have become inaccessible. Attempting to interact…