2 May 2026
A large illegal gambling case in Eswatini has overwhelmed court capacity after 146 foreign nationals were arrested. The case highlights cross-border fraud concerns.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has vetoed a broad gambling bill over concerns about agency oversight powers. Lawmakers may attempt to override the decision.
Thai police have arrested a suspected Chinese iGaming figure linked to a large illegal gambling network. The case highlights ongoing cross-border enforcement efforts.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has rejected bills on skill games and a Fairfax casino project. The decisions highlight a focus on oversight and local control.
Ukraine’s gambling industry has proposed targeted limits on military personnel instead of a full ban. The government is weighing stricter rules during martial law.
The White House has sent an email to staff warning them to stay clear of prediction markets after a spate of suspiciously-timed trades on platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi over the course of the Iran war and other geopolitical events.
Ohio lawmakers have proposed sweeping changes to the betting market, including banning online wagering and limiting bets to casinos. The plan would reshape the state’s industry.
The Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) in the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) revealed on Tuesday its plans to allocate £25.4 million to gambling-harms prevention measures. The funding package will stretch from 2026 until 2028 and support 33 voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations.
Lithuania has proposed mandatory gambling player cards from 2029 as part of wider reforms. The plan also includes removing cash from gambling transactions.
Maine has banned sweepstakes casinos after Governor Janet Mills signed LD 2007 into law. The measure targets dual-currency gaming models and includes fines and licence penalties.
