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SGLA pushes back as Maine bill seeks sweeping ban on online sweepstakes

The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) has spoken out against a proposed bill in Maine which would see sweepstakes banned. The bill, if passed, would mean that online sweepstakes games are prohibited and a person that operates or promotes an … Continue reading

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Turkey orders arrest of top-tier soccer players, officials in gambling probe

A total of 46 people in Turkey have been ordered to be detained, some including soccer players, club presidents, and others, with this being the latest in a gambling investigation. It was in November when Turkish soccer plunged into disarray … Continue reading

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Does the betting world skew male? Inside the industry’s growing gender imbalance

The betting and gambling world has grown at a rapid pace over the last few years, with technology making it easier than ever to access sports and casino operations online. While the industry is gaining major traction, some studies suggest … Continue reading

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How the Turkish soccer gambling scandal emerged and what happens next

Turkish soccer has been rocked by the ongoing gambling scandal that implicated hundreds of its match officials when the news broke in late 2025. A far-reaching investigation ordered by Turkish Football Federation President, Ibrahim Haciosmanoglu, was instigated to “drain the … Continue reading

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Lawsuit has been filed against Resorts World from high-stakes gambler

A lawsuit has been filed this week in Nevada by a high-stakes gambler and a businessman, which alleges violations of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) against executives at Resorts World Las Vegas. Gambler Robert (R.J.) Cipriani and … Continue reading

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Arrests made in alleged illegal gambling operation with €25 million turnover

Three people in Italy have been arrested over alleged illegal gambling, with local media reporting that it generated more than €25 million in illegal revenue. According to a daily Naples newspaper, the ‘millionaire turnover’ allegedly occurred from 2019 to 2022 … Continue reading

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Fanatics fined $20K by Massachusetts Gaming Commission

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has fined Fanatics Betting and Gaming $20,000, following a vote that landed at 4-1. The issue was due to accepting prohibited bets on a non-tournament Massachusetts collegiate football team, with the item discussed in a recent … Continue reading

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CNBC and Kalshi Strike Exclusive Partnership

Broadcasting giant CNBC and prediction market Kalshi have penned a multi-year partnership. The media conglomerate will, as a result of the deal, incorporate Kalshi’s real-time data into its broadcast media, digital platforms, and paid-for content. CNBC and Kalshi strike deal … Continue reading

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NBA Star James Harden Teams Up with MyPrize Amid Sports Betting Controversies

One of the NBA’s most legendary figures in recent times, James Harden, has announced a partnership with sweepstakes platform MyPrize. The pairing seems surreal, given that the NBA is in the midst of a prop-betting scandal that has prompted the … Continue reading

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Builder ordered to repay $255K after using company assets to fund gambling

A builder who used company money and the sale of hired machinery to bankroll a gambling habit has been ordered to repay £190,577 ($254,558) following an investigation by the UK’s Insolvency Service. According to a press release, Vasile Hrusca, director … Continue reading

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