Kalshi’s introduction of customizable same-game parlays created ripples well beyond its platform on Monday night, September 29, triggering steep stock losses for two of the largest players in the U.S. sports betting market. Although the prediction exchange collected less than $2,000 in fees during its first day with the new feature, its move unsettled investors and erased close to $7 billion in combined market value from...
A federal court has ruled that Apple, Google, and Meta Platforms must continue to defend themselves in lawsuits that accuse them of profiting from illegal gambling applications. The decision, issued Tuesday, September 30, by U.S. District Judge Edward Davila in San Jose, California, rejected the companies’ efforts to dismiss the proposed class actions by invoking immunity under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Allegations of...
Chicago’s River West neighborhood is undergoing a major transformation as Bally’s Corporation, supported by Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (GLPI), pushes ahead with the creation of a $1.19 billion flagship casino resort. The development, located on the site of the former Chicago Tribune headquarters, is expected to redefine downtown entertainment and open in the final quarter of 2026. The large-scale...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has widened its enforcement campaign against unlawful gambling platforms, issuing new cease-and-desist orders to multiple operators accused of targeting state residents without authorization. This latest development highlights the agency’s dual commitment to consumer protection and maintaining integrity in Michigan’s regulated betting market. New Round of Cease-and-Desist Orders The regulator announced that six additional operators were instructed to immediately halt operations...
A key round of decisions in New York’s competitive downstate casino race produced sharply different outcomes on Monday, September 29. While Bally’s proposal for a $4 billion resort in the Bronx secured near-unanimous backing from its community advisory committee, a rival bid to transform Coney Island into a year-round gaming destination collapsed after a decisive rejection. Bronx Project Clears a Critical Hurdle...
The Kansas City Royals and sports gaming operator Underdog have entered into a multi-year agreement that grants Underdog market access for sports betting in Missouri. The partnership, announced Monday, September 29, extends an already active relationship between the two organizations and positions Underdog to become a licensed sportsbook in the state once the market officially launches. Underdog Expands Beyond Fantasy Sports Underdog, recognized as the fastest-growing sports company...
Norway’s gambling regulator has formally warned Norsk Tipping that it may impose a penalty of up to NOK 25 million after a system failure in the April 19, 2025 super draw led to 52 players being incorrectly selected as winners of million-krone prizes. The Norwegian Lottery Authority says the incident undermined confidence in the integrity of the draw and is now weighing sanctions while giving the...
Greece is preparing to roll out sweeping new digital restrictions aimed at shielding minors from harmful online activities. Beginning in October 2025, children under the age of 15 will be automatically barred from accessing social media, while anyone under 18 will be blocked from entering online gambling platforms and digital tobacco shops. If fully enacted, this plan would make Greece...
Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance is moving forward with plans to significantly overhaul betting regulations, proposing to increase the maximum daily limit for international football wagers to VND10 million (US$380). This marks a sharp jump from the current cap of VND1 million (US$38) per betting category, which has been in place since 2016. The adjustment forms part of a new draft...
Boyd Gaming Corporation, a major casino and entertainment company headquartered in Las Vegas, has become the latest high-profile target of cybercriminals. The company revealed in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on September 23, 2025, that its internal systems had been breached, allowing unauthorized actors to steal confidential data. While Boyd has not disclosed the full...