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G2E Main Stage to spotlight tribal gaming response to prediction markets
Next week in Las Vegas, tribal gaming leaders and advocates will discuss prediction markets, tribal sovereignty and efforts to protect the tribal gaming market during a featured G2E 2026 session.
09/24/2026

New York sues Polymarket over alleged illegal gambling
Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James have sued Polymarket, alleging its prediction market platform operates as an unlicensed gambling business in the state.
09/24/2026

1xBet and 9z at ESL Pro League Season 24
From 3-11 October, the Polish city of Katowice will host ESL Pro League Season 24, a big international event that will bring together the world’s esports elite under one roof.
09/24/2026

Ksa adds new guidance on account closure
The Dutch Gambling Authority's main principle is that it must be made as easy as possible for gamblers to close their account when they request to do so.
09/23/2026

UKGC suspends Targetlocal license
The suspension of Targetlocal, which trades as Ken Howell's Sports betting, follows U.K. Gambling Commission inquiries which revealed anti-money laundering failings.
09/23/2026

Fast Track launches True Value
True Value is a new product that measures the underlying economic value of player activity from the first completed session.
09/23/2026

CFTC warns exchanges over prediction market risks
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is setting limits around “mention market” contracts, outlining when event contracts based on personal statements, appearances and interactions may be permissible.
09/23/2026

Second annual G2E Dealer Championship
The next week's three-day tournament will feature 50 dealers from casinos across North America, and offers a chance to vie for the coveted title of “Best Dealer in North America.”
09/23/2026

NCPG: The risk of prediction markets harm is real
The National Council on Problem Gambling issued a statement from Board President Derek Longmeier on the rapid growth of prediction markets and the organization’s approach to the gambling-related harm associated with them.
09/23/2026

1xBet follows Barcelona's latest Champions League title bid
The five-time European champions enter the new campaign with a blend of established stars and emerging talent as they look to end an 11-year wait for another crown.
09/22/2026

Big battle in Shenzhen with 1xBet
Eight national teams will battle it out over six days in a knockout format to crown the new Billie Jean King Cup champion, one of the most prestigious team competitions in women’s tennis.
09/22/2026

BC Engine surpasses $8.6 million in cumulative rewards
BC.GAME's BC Engine has surpassed 8.6 million BCD in cumulative rewards, marking a major milestone just over five months after the platform launched.
09/18/2026

1xBet bingo set for SBC Summit Lisbon
1xBet invites you to experience the event through a six-square bingo card. Each square represents a touchpoint with the brand: from an immersive booth and interactive activities to networking and new partnership avenues.
09/18/2026

Genius Sports launches Prediction.com
Prediction.com brings markets and pricing from major prediction platforms into a single destination, allowing users to see how equivalent contracts are priced across different venues.
09/17/2026

Gambling loss deduction fix clears House Committee
Rep. Dina Titus is urging House leadership to move legislation restoring the 100% federal deduction for gambling losses before the 90% limit takes effect in 2027.
09/17/2026

BC.Game set for SBC Summit 2026
Throughout the event in Lisbon, BC.GAME will be discussing the continued evolution of BC Engine, its rewards ecosystem, which applies a crypto staking-inspired model to reward distribution.
09/16/2026

Two Robinhood employees charged with fraud
Two former Robinhood engineers face fraud charges over alleged insider trading tied to upcoming cryptocurrency listings.
09/15/2026

Morgan Stanley to lead Institutional Capital conversation at NEXTPredict NYC
The discussion will examine where institutions see opportunity, the barriers preventing broader participation, and the questions around capital, market structure and risk.
09/15/2026

1xBet wins award at SiGMA North America 2026
Earlier this month in Mexico City, the brand was nominated for Best Casino Operator and Best Sportsbook Operator in Latin America and took home the Best Affiliate Program 2026 award.
09/15/2026

Makeberry Affiliates to attend SBC Summit 2026
The affiliate program will be in Lisbon at the end of this month to discuss traffic sources, payment options, traffic performance and more.
09/15/2026

1xBet extends PGL partnership
As a result of the agreement, 1xBet will remain the exclusive betting partner for all PGL Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2 tournaments.
09/14/2026

CFTC updates whistleblower award rules
A new Commodity Futures Trading Commission rule establishes a 30% presumption for qualifying whistleblower awards while aligning the agency’s process more closely with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
09/11/2026

Connecticut orders nine prediction markets to cease operations
The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection issued cease-and-desist orders to nine prediction market operators while also subpoenaing gaming service providers, media outlets and other businesses as part of its investigation into illegal sports betting.
09/11/2026

New York AG secures $8 million from VGW over illegal online gambling
Attorney General Letitia James reached an $8 million settlement with VGW, alleging the operator’s sweepstakes casino platforms unlawfully allowed New Yorkers to gamble with redeemable virtual coins.
09/11/2026

Two more guilty pleas in UK election betting investigation
Anthony Lee and Laura Lee have admitted cheating offenses in the U.K. Gambling Commission's investigation into betting on the date of the 2024 General Election.
09/10/2026

G2E 2026 unveils main stage lineup
Over three days at The Venetian in Las Vegas, G2E will feature gaming leaders for insightful discussions exploring the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of gaming.
09/09/2026

Ruth Evans appointed new Chair of the UKGC
The appointment follows Charles Counsell's period as Interim Chair, having stepped into the role following Marcus Boyle's departure in January 2025.
09/09/2026

1xBet taps Garcia-Benn hype with $100,000 promotion
The betting brand is using one of boxing’s biggest fall matchups and Conor McGregor’s massive social following to drive engagement.
09/09/2026

What’s behind 1xPartners’ win in Best Affiliate Program 2026 category
On 2 September, 1xPartners was named Best Affiliate Program 2026 at the SiGMA North America.
09/08/2026

Tonybet player turns CA$7 into CA$28,000
The player from Saskatchewan was playing Fire Stampede on the online casino when the Grand Jackpot worth 4,000x landed.
09/08/2026

N1 Insights: September 2026 iGaming expert roundup
In the latest edition of N1 Insights, experts from N1 Partners share their observations on how product, media buying, and SEO evolve as the high season begins.
09/05/2026

1xBet & FC Barcelona Femení: The team that turned winning into tradition
On 30 August, FC Barcelona Femení began a new Liga F season with a clear, yet no less challenging goal - to win their eighth consecutive league title.
09/04/2026

New Jersey takes Kalshi sports betting fight to Supreme Court
Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to resolve a growing legal battle over whether Kalshi and other prediction markets must follow state sports gambling regulations.
09/03/2026

AGCO issues $100,000 penalty to NorthStar Gaming
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario issued the fine for alleged failures to comply with provincial anti-money laundering requirements.
09/02/2026

UKGC suspends two operator licenses
The suspension of BresBet and Bet St George follows U.K. Gambling Commission inquiries which revealed suspected social responsibility and anti-money laundering failings.
09/02/2026

N1 Partners analyzes audience engagement at iGB L!VE 2026
N1 Partners and RexLab tracked anonymous visitor movements to uncover where attention was captured, where visitors dropped off and which booth experiences drove engagement.
09/02/2026

Tonybet secures Irish Champions Festival sponsorship for third consecutive year
The international iGaming operator will return to Leopardstown Racecourse on 12 September as a title sponsor of the Group 2 Tonybet Solonaway Stakes.
09/02/2026

Kendoo brings game portfolio to SBC Summit Lisbon 2026
The team will showcase its latest releases and connect with operators, aggregators, platform providers and other industry professionals from across the global iGaming market.
09/01/2026

Five reasons to not miss the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup
From 11-13 September, 12 men's and 12 women's teams who made it through qualifiers will compete, with 1xBet as the official FIBA partner.
08/31/2026

Ninth Circuit rules against Kalshi in sports betting case
Better Markets applauds Ninth Circuit decision rejecting Kalshi’s effort to shield its sports contracts from state gaming regulations.
08/31/2026

CFTC cracks down on prediction market insider trading
Former White House teleprompter operator Gabriel Perez must disgorge $107,539 in profits and pay a $65,000 penalty for trading presidential mention contracts using material, nonpublic information.
08/28/2026

GR8_TECH builds the Champions Arena for SBC Summit 2026
The Champions Arena will showcase GR8_TECH’s portfolio across sportsbook, casino, aggregation, affiliate operations, and turnkey delivery.
08/28/2026

Tonybet player reels in Big Bass Splash's 5,000x
The player from Ireland landed the max win on the Pragmatic Play slot when his €4.50 spin turned into €22,500.
08/28/2026

From Sydney to Berlin: The rise of women's basketball on the global stage
The FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup heads to Berlin with a record 16-team field, growing global audiences and rising commercial interest, including a new partnership between FIBA and 1xBet.
08/28/2026

UKGC penalizes QuinnBet (Gibraltar) Limited
The online gambling business that runs quinnbet.com is to pay £609,104 after a U.K. Gambling Commission investigation revealed anti-money laundering and social responsibility failures.
08/26/2026

SBC Summit reveals five First Pitch finalists
Taking place on 1 October, on the Product Innovation Showcase Stage at SBC Summit 2026, the competition will give five emerging companies the opportunity to present their products and growth plans.
08/26/2026

ACMA orders ISPs to block two illegal gambling sites
The Australian Communications and Media Authority requested that internet service providers block Casea and Crown96 after finding the sites were operating in breach of Australia’s Interactive Gambling Act.
08/26/2026

The Script to headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night
With six U.K. number one albums, 14 billion streams and five million album sales worldwide, the band will bring more than two decades of global hits to Lisbon as thousands of industry professionals gather to kick off the week.
08/26/2026

Premier League illegal betting could reach £1 billion a year
The Betting and Gaming Council warns that illegal operators could take up to £800 million in bets during the upcoming Premier League season, with that figure potentially rising to £1 billion next season.
08/25/2026

iGaming AFRIKA named as event partner for the Africa Gaming Forum
Taking place on 30 September at the Myriad Hotel, the invite-only Forum brings together senior stakeholders, regulators and operators from across Africa's gaming ecosystem for a focused day of conference content and networking.
08/25/2026