FIFA Player Transfer Reform Uncompensated
Reforms stem from Lassana Diarra’s challenge to FIFA’s transfer rules, yet he remains uncompensated for the losses the court found unlawful.
Regulation
Wisconsin Governor Initiates Tribal Talks for Online Sports Betting
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has begun discussions with leaders of the state's 11 federally recognized tribes on implementing legal online sports betting, marking the next step toward launching statewide mobile wagering following the passage of enabling legislation.
Florida Officials Crack Down on Illegal Gambling
Florida is taking an aggressive stance against illegal gambling with new large-scale enforcement efforts.
CFTC Unveils Proposed Prediction Market Rules for Sports and Gaming
Michael Selig’s Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) officially published its proposed prediction markets rules on Wednesday after months of review and thousands of public comments.
CFTC Unveils Prediction Market Proposal for Sports Contracts
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a proposed regulatory framework for prediction markets that would preserve most sports-related event contracts while imposing restrictions on markets deemed vulnerable to manipulation or contrary to the public interest.
CFTC Proposes Update to Rules for Prediction Markets
With US regulators taking bold steps to shape the future of prediction markets, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a proposal to update the process by which certain event-based contracts are analyzed.
Chinese Court Issues Public Warning Over Go Gambling
A Chinese court has warned citizens they could face lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines if they are found gambling on the board game Go.
UK: Betting and Gaming Council Reveals Plan to Combat Black Market
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) unveiled a five-point plan to address the UK's growing illegal gambling market.
Bipartisan Congressional Bill for Federal Study on Gambling Disorders
Two Congressmen have introduced new federal legislation that would mandate the U.S. government to conduct a multiyear study into the causes, long-term effects, and treatment of gambling disorders, particularly those related to online sports betting.
Embassies Warn Chinese Tourists After Citizens Arrested in Illegal
Chinese embassies have warned overseas tourists to stay away from illegal betting dens after Israeli and Thai police raided dens that allegedly catered to Chinese speakers.
Singapore to Boost Illegal Gambling Crackdown During World Cup
Singapore will step up enforcement against illegal gambling during the FIFA World Cup 2026, which runs from June 11 to July 19.
Bettors urged to maintain composure ahead of World Cup
The summer football fever is upon us, with mere hours to go until the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This has prompted gambling regulators across Europe to ask bettors not to let excitement cloud their rational judgement.