10 April 2026
Lithuania looks set to introduce physical cards for gamblers in an effort to better monitor player activity and prevent the manifestation of addiction taking hold in its society. The measure, announced by Lithuania’s Ministry of Finance, will mandate that all bettors carry a physical identification card.
Brazil has launched a national policy against match-fixing, adding a new integrity layer to its regulated betting market.
Tribal gaming groups are stepping up their fight against prediction markets as legal and political pressure grows.
Finland has opened the first licence window for its new gambling market, with outside operators due to go live in 2027.
Kentucky has sent a wide gambling bill to Gov. Andy Beshear after narrowing its earlier language on prediction markets.
Australia will tighten gambling ad rules from 2027, but campaigners say the reforms fall well short of a full ban.
South Carolina’s Republican governor candidates are split on gambling as the I-95 casino debate starts to take shape.
Wisconsin’s online sports betting bill is on Gov. Tony Evers’ desk after lawmakers approved a tribal mobile wagering model.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is fighting back in the legal battle unfolding between state governments and prediction market businesses by suing the state of Illinois. The government agency is targeting officials and authorities within the state, including Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, state Attorney General Kwame Raoul.
Massachusetts has launched PlayWell as its new responsible gaming and player health program. The rollout replaces GameSense across casinos and sports wagering platforms in the state.
