Kalshi launches preemptive lawsuit against Iowa AG over prediction markets. Federal courts divided on whether event contracts qualify as swaps under CFTC.
Browsing: Regulation
Blask 2025 analysis reveals fully regulated states capture 62% of gambling revenue domestically, while sports-only states lose 74% to offshore operators.
Uruguay Senator Felipe Carballo proposes comprehensive online gambling regulation featuring state-run platform, licensing system, and new regulatory agency.
Brazil’s tax authority unveils income tax rules for sports betting winnings, taxing net annual profits over BRL 28,467.20 at 15% with installment options.
Sweden bans Novatech for unlicensed gambling operations. The move follows a record €24.9M fine from Dutch authorities for targeting local players.
An Ohio federal judge denied Kalshi’s injunction request, ruling prediction markets aren’t exempt from state gambling regulations despite federal oversight.
German research analyzing 4,795 gamblers shows betting ads affect problem gamblers more intensely, strengthening arguments for stricter advertising controls.
Finland liberalizes its iGaming sector in 2027, ending Veikkaus monopoly. License applications now open for international operators in historic shift.
Ukraine’s online gambling deposits hit €3.95 billion in 2025, exposing money laundering risks and regulatory gaps during wartime economic pressure.
Brazil’s President Lula advocates banning online betting just over a year after his government regulated the market, sparking industry criticism and concern.