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The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Ohio and Tennessee can regulate Kalshi’s sports-related event contracts under state gambling laws, adding to a growing split among federal appeals courts over whether prediction markets fall under state gambling rules or federal derivatives regulation. The unanimous ruling by a three-judge panel in Cincinnati found that Kalshi had not shown its sports-event contracts qualified as “swaps” subject to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) exclusive jurisdiction. “We hold that Kalshi has not shown that its sports-event contracts satisfy the statutory definition of a ‘swap’ so as to fall within the scope…

Voltplay will showcase its new crash game, ‘WTF: What’s That Flying?,’ at SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon. The game combines fast-paced crash mechanics with a humorous UFO theme, putting players behind the controls of a flying saucer navigating the streets of New York during Independence Day celebrations. Players must decide whether to cash out as the multiplier rises or continue the round for a potentially higher reward. The UFO can be stopped by random fireworks, road hazards, or unexpected obstacles, ending the round prematurely. The game offers four difficulty levels, allowing players to adjust the intensity of gameplay.  The game…

Graton Resort & Casino has hosted the global debut of IGT’s Wheel of Fortune Magic Coins, giving players the first opportunity to experience the latest premium gaming title from the gaming technology company. The game combines the Wheel of Fortune slot theme with established game mechanics and IGT’s RISE55 cabinet, delivering what the company describes as “a high-energy gaming experience focused on player engagement and casino-floor excitement.” “Graton Resort & Casino is proud to be the first casino in the world to offer IGT’s Wheel of Fortune Magic Coins to players,” said David Green, Chief Operating Officer of Graton Resort…

New York officials have filed a major lawsuit against QCX LLC, the operator of Polymarket US, accusing the company of running an illegal gambling business. The legal action, brought jointly by New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James, claims that Polymarket has been operating an unlicensed sports betting and event prediction service across the state since launching its domestic platform in December 2025. Following an extensive investigation, the Office of the Attorney General determined that the event contracts offered by Polymarket meet the legal definition of gambling under state law because the wagering outcomes depend on chance…

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced a bill to amend the country’s Gambling Act, which includes a near-total ban on gambling advertising and a revised financial framework for operators. The proposals aim to limit the presence of betting and gambling promotions across Bulgaria, where such ads are often endorsed by Bulgarian celebrities and entertainers, and to address gambling addiction. Under the draft amendments, billboards, posters and other public displays promoting gambling would be prohibited. Casinos and gaming halls would also no longer be allowed to use bright, flashing or illuminated signs and promotional window displays. Radev said the goal is…

iGaming content provider FA CHAI Gaming will showcase new games, interactive experiences and a refreshed stand concept at Booth A321 during SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, including an exhibition debut for its upcoming slot POWER OF VIKINGS. The company will also present recent titles QUEEN OF INCA 2 and APOLLO, while bringing back its SPACE ATM Challenge after strong demand at SBC Summit Rio. POWER OF VIKINGS will be available for operators, partners and industry visitors to experience ahead of its official release. The game features a mechanic in which every winning combination generates…

Expanding without rebuilding. Creating a sportsbook with its own identity. Managing a business without switching between disconnected systems. These are some of the ambitions operators bring to Uplatform’s sales team and the thinking behind “Your Dreams. Our Platform”, the company’s theme for SBC Summit 2026. Ahead of Lisbon, the team shares four operator wishes and the solutions that bring them closer to reality. “We want to reach new markets without starting again.” Different audiences bring different expectations around languages, payments, and content. Uplatform’s Full-Service Platform gives operators the flexibility to adapt through 68+ languages, 600+ payment service providers, local content,…

Betable will showcase its single-stack iGaming platform and AI data layer, Copilot ATOM, at SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, positioning the technology as a way for operators to turn live data into direct answers rather than relying on dashboards. Copilot ATOM allows operators to ask questions in plain language, such as why gross gaming revenue (GGR) has declined in a market or where a payment issue is coming from, and receive answers based on live data. “Operators don’t want another dashboard; they want an answer,” Daniel Shannon, VP of Marketing at Betable, said. “Copilot is built to close that gap:…

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) will highlight its compliance, testing, cybersecurity, and regulatory technology offerings at G2E 2026, where the company will exhibit and participate in several conference sessions. GLI will present its compliance services for land-based gaming, iGaming, lottery, sports betting, regulation writing and cybersecurity. Its compliance operations are divided into four categories: regulatory compliance, technical compliance, end-to-end testing and full-lifecycle compliance. The company operates a network of laboratories supporting testing and compliance services. Among the technology updates at the show will be GLIAccess, which provides suppliers with a streamlined process from initial submission through certification. Suppliers can use its revised…

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) arrested four people and seized more than £20,000 in cash during raids on four properties in Manchester city center on Monday night, September 21. The Gambling Commission and Manchester City Council’s Licensing Team supported the operation, which police said forms part of an ongoing investigation into reports of illegal gambling premises in the city. Officers executed four simultaneous warrants and carried out enforcement activity in Deansgate and other parts of the city center. According to GMP, the operation built on intelligence developed from a previous gambling operation in May, including information obtained from phones seized previously.…

Sphere Entertainment Co has unveiled upgraded 4D Wizard of Oz effects to enhance the immersive venue experience in Las Vegas. The announcement highlights a significant expansion of sensory technology designed to transport audiences deeper into the iconic storyline. Since launching in August 2025, the show has drawn massive crowds and generated high demand, making this update a major operational milestone for the entertainment complex. The newly introduced 4D show enhancements include animatronic Winged Monkeys, custom themed scents like scented apples, pyrotechnic fireworks, and special atmospheric elements dubbed Glinda Glitter. These physical sensory additions build directly upon the foundational technology that…

Brazil’s online betting market is awaiting the signing of the provisional measure (MP) this Friday, September 25, which could ban betting. According to CNN, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is expected to make the official announcement during an event in São Paulo. A candidate for re-election, the president has made the fight against online betting one of the main banners of his campaign and has intensified his criticism of the sector in recent weeks. On September 18, during an event in Guarulhos, the president said he had decided to “end betting.” On Tuesday, September 22, during the opening of…

Moon.com has launched an online market-betting platform allowing users to wager on whether the price of a financial asset will move Up or Down, with leverage ranging from 1x to 1000x depending on the market and prevailing conditions. Each position closes automatically once its loss reaches the original stake. Under this structure, users cannot fall into a negative balance, and they do not face margin calls that require additional funds. The platform pairs its leverage, which ranges from 1x to 1000x according to the market and prevailing conditions, with a predefined maximum loss. “This is the product retail traders have…

BetMGM has opened a cabana sportsbook at Tailgate Beach Club, a new sports and pop culture dayclub located at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The BetMGM Sportsbook at Tailgate Beach Club offers guests poolside access to an in-person outdoor wagering window, and it is the company’s first poolside sportsbook. Guests can place bets at the outdoor window, and they can also sign up for the BetMGM app while on-site. The operator’s single account and single wallet system allows players to use one account and the same funds at participating BetMGM mobile and retail sportsbooks. Digital and static…

People Inc. has officially withdrawn its $18 billion offer for an MGM Resorts buyout, ending months of detailed negotiations aimed at taking the major casino operator private. The decision was confirmed following extensive discussions between company executives and a special committee set up by the board of directors to evaluate the proposed takeover. The company, formerly known as IAC and chaired by media executive Barry Diller, originally submitted its transaction proposal on June 1st. The firm proposed buying out all remaining public shares at $48.30 per share in cash. People Inc. already owns 66.8 million shares, representing a 27% stake…

Shareholders have officially approved the Caesars Fertitta Buyout proposal during a special meeting held at the Eldorado Resort Casino in Reno. The decision marks a major milestone for Fertitta Entertainment as it moves forward with its plan to acquire the casino giant. According to documentation filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, investors overwhelmingly supported the acquisition, clearing one of the largest corporate hurdles in the transaction process. The official vote tallies showed 133,313,001 votes cast in favor of the merger proposal, while 4,276,986 votes were submitted against it. Another 5,687,952 shares were recorded as abstentions. Overall, the affirmative votes…