25 February 2026
New Jersey senators have introduced bills to restrict push promotions, ban credit card deposits, and formalize sportsbook account limitation rules.
Tabcorp has been slapped with a AU$158,400 penalty after offering live bets on an event after it had started, breaching the country’s Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA). The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) found the company accepted 426 in-play bets across 32 tennis matches between February 2024 and June 2025.
Nevada plans a Feb. 17 enforcement filing to shut down Kalshi’s sports prediction markets in the state.
Illinois lawmakers are moving to repeal the state’s per-bet sportsbook tax after four months of falling wager counts.
A federal judge in Tennessee is questioning whether sports prediction contracts fall under commodities law, raising new uncertainty for nationwide platforms.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), is set to strengthen regulations against its thriving gambling industry, officials have confirmed. The agency could introduce more stringent player verification checks, the introduction of a dedicated problem gambling helpline, stricter licensing conditions for operators.
UKGC chief Andrew Rhodes will step down in April, leaving a leadership transition during a major reform cycle.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s investment in Kalshi raises conflict concerns after a market tied to his trade status drew heavy volume.
GamCare recorded a sharp rise in treatment referrals at the start of 2026, pointing to sustained demand for structured gambling-harm support.
could shift the focus away from harm prevention and toward revenue. The liberalised system, due to launch in July 2027, will allow operators beyond Veikkaus’ monopoly to enter the market.
