17 March 2026
Governors calling for oversight of prediction markets to be passed from federal regulators to state officials received a boost today after a former cabinet member leading an anti-prediction market coalition called it “just gambling”. In an interview with CNBC, former Donald Trump Chief Of Staff Mick Mulvaney referred to the exploding market as “just gambling”
The gambling regulator in The Netherlands is raising concerns on the increasing number of athletes in the country who are betting on events involving themselves. The country’s latest match-fixing report, compiled by Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), revealed 12 reports of match-fixing from nine gambling licence holders in 2025, down one from last year.
A statutory review of Australia’s BetStop register highlights loopholes, low awareness, and calls for tighter national integration.
New Zealand will begin its first online casino licensing process in July, launching a capped 15-licence regime with auctions, duty, and a 2026 compliance deadline.
A federal judge has sent Nevada’s enforcement case against Kalshi back to state court, allowing regulators to pursue injunctive relief.
Sweepstakes casinos are in the crosshairs of Louisiana lawmakers after a pair of House Bills were filed ahead of the legislative session. They would revamp current laws on online gambling and broaden enforcement authority to target not only sweepstakes operators but also the companies that support their operations.
Prediction markets are coming under intense scrutiny after both Kalshi and Polymarket accepted bets on the Khomeini Out market. More than $500 million was traded on the timing of the outcome, which has triggered lawmakers to demand an investigation into the practice.
Wales will launch its first NHS Gambling Helpline and specialist treatment service on April 1, funded through the UK gambling levy.
Authorities dismantled an eight-location illegal storefront casino network in Northern California tied to $1.4 million in alleged money laundering.
Atlantic City casino workers petition the New Jersey Supreme Court, arguing the casino smoking exemption violates their constitutional right to safety.
