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Kalshi's Bid to Block New York Gambling Laws Rejected by Federal Judge
A federal judge in New York denied Kalshi's request to block state gambling laws, ruling that federal regulations do not supersede New York's statutes for sports-event contracts. This decision was welcomed by New York officials, while Michigan also secured a temporary restraining order against Kalshi for online sports wagering.
2026-07-08
Greek Regulator Seeks Partner to Bolster Online Player Verification
The Hellenic Gambling Supervision and Control Commission (EEEP) has launched a tender for a legal and technical partner to enhance online player identification and monitoring systems in Greece. This initiative is part of a broader regulatory overhaul to strengthen oversight, combat illegal gambling, increase EEEP's powers, and introduce stricter penalties for offenders.
2026-07-08
UKGC Moves Forward with Financial Risk Assessments Amidst Strong Industry Objections
The UK Gambling Commission is proceeding with controversial Financial Risk Assessments (FRAs) despite significant opposition from the gaming and horseracing industries. Stakeholders, including the BGC and BHA, express deep concerns over data reliability, potential customer friction, and the risk of driving bettors to the illegal market, while the GC maintains the checks are necessary for harm prevention and will be largely frictionless.
2026-07-08
Infingame Bolsters Aggregation Offering Through AvatarUX Partnership
Infingame has partnered with AvatarUX to integrate the slot studio's portfolio, including titles featuring the PopWins™ mechanic, into its aggregation platform. This collaboration offers operators simplified access via a single API and strengthens Infingame's content library with unique, player-recognized games.
2026-07-08
Banijay Gaming to Assume Full Control of JOA, Expanding French Land-Based Casino Presence
Banijay Gaming has agreed to acquire JOA, France's second-largest casino operator, from Blackstone and Kings Park Capital, with completion expected by mid-2026. This move will significantly expand Banijay's land-based presence in France, complementing its recent Tipico acquisition, though French regulations limit online casino game offerings.
2026-07-08
Walters Lake Resort Proposal Targets Indiana Casino License for Steuben County
Developer Mark Hansbarger has proposed a more than $500 million lakeside resort and casino at Walters Lake in Steuben County, aiming to secure Indiana's newest casino license. The project emphasizes a full resort experience and leverages its strategic location near the Michigan state line, projecting significant revenue and job creation if voters approve casino gambling in a November referendum.
2026-07-08
New Tonybet Customer Wins Over CA$12,500 on First MLB Hot Combo Bet
A new Tonybet customer transformed a CA$40 first bet into over CA$12,500 by correctly predicting a 10-leg MLB accumulator using the sportsbook's "Hot Combo" and "ComboBoost" features. The win underscored the potential for significant payouts even in unpredictable sports like baseball.
2026-07-08
UKGC Initiates Staged Financial Risk Checks with Higher Initial Threshold
The UK Gambling Commission is rolling out financial risk assessments in a phased manner, beginning with a higher £5,000 net deposit threshold and a unique non-enforcement approach to allow for collaboration and refinement. This initial stage, with no set start date yet, aims to support vulnerable customers using high-quality data while minimizing friction for others, though industry concerns about the definition of 'frictionless' checks persist.
2026-07-08
DELULU Gaming Portfolio Goes Live on Stake Weeks Before Global Debut
DELULU Gaming has made its game portfolio available on Stake, a major crypto casino, weeks before its official global market launch on July 13, signifying strong industry validation. The studio aims to deliver unique, engaging titles and plans further expansion across its operator network.
2026-07-08
GRAI and Spillemyndigheden Formalize Cross-Border Regulatory Partnership
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) and Denmark's Spillemyndigheden have signed an MoU to enhance cross-border cooperation on compliance, monitoring, and enforcement. This agreement, following GRAI's recent launch of remote betting licenses, aims to improve information sharing and coordinated responses to digital gambling challenges.
2026-07-08
North Carolina Governor Enacts Budget Raising Sports Betting Tax to 23%, Introduces Prediction Market Levy
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has signed the state's $34 billion budget into law, increasing the online sports betting tax rate from 18% to **23%** and introducing a new 6% tax on prediction market operators. The budget also designates new recipients for the generated revenue.
2026-07-08
Play'n GO Introduces Mythological Adventure Slot 'Fate's Fortune'
Play'n GO is launching 'Fate's Fortune' on July 16, a five-reel, 10-payline Greek adventure slot featuring a perceived persistent layer, wheel-led features, and upgradable Free Spins with stickier Wilds.
2026-07-08