South Korean Prosecutors to Try $3.5B Illegal Gambling Site
South Korean prosecutors will try two men accused of running illegal gambling platforms after extraditing the duo from the UAE.
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Nebraska Online Betting Initiative Progresses Towards 2026 Ballot
Campaign organizers turned in a big batch of petition signatures before the official deadline, giving a big boost to efforts to get online sports betting on the Nebraska ballot.
Indiana Online Sweepstakes Casino Ban Leads Operators to Exit State
Indiana's ban on online sweepstakes casinos using a dual-currency model took effect on Wednesday after House Bill 1052 became law, prompting many of the industry's largest operators to stop offering redeemable sweepstakes games in the state.
Australia Government Stands Firm on Gambling Reforms
The Australian government is sticking to its guns on gambling regulation in the face of mounting criticism from the backbenches.
Lisa Nandy Steps Away from Social Media Platform X
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has quit social media platform X, citing an influx of “abuse and misinformation” which is plaguing the site.
Russian Lawmakers Warn 12% of Population are Gambling Addicts
Almost 13 million Russians are addicted to gambling, lawmakers say, with compulsive bettors staking 21% of their monthly income on wagers and online casinos.
Michigan Regulators Intensify Battle Against Kalshi
Michigan regulators escalate their fight against Kalshi, expanding beyond the courtroom into responsible gambling after obtaining a restraining order on sports event contracts. The Michigan Gaming Control Board withdraws from the National Council on Problem Gambling.
New Jersey Democrats Advance Bill to Tax Prediction Markets
The idea of taxing prediction markets is gaining traction in New Jersey as Democratic lawmakers in both chambers of the Garden State legislature advanced bills on Sunday.
South Africa Tightens Gambling Laws and Advertising Rules
South Africa’s National Gambling Policy Council is accelerating new gambling legislation and developing stricter advertising regulations to strengthen oversight of the country’s gambling industry.
Chinese Police Intensify Crackdown on Illegal World Cup Betting Rings
Illegal Chinese World Cup betting rings are growing fast, but police say they are stepping up a crackdown in response, arresting scores of people nationwide.
Australia’s Gambling Advertising Reform Enters Parliament, Faces
Australia’s Interactive Gambling Amendment Bill 2026 aims to heavily restrict gambling advertisements on traditional media and online platforms. The proposed law faced strong criticisms by the opposition.
Kalshi Faces Setback in Michigan Sports Betting Market
Days after losing a bid to move into federal court, Kalshi suffered another defeat Monday when a Michigan judge temporarily barred the company from offering sports event contracts.