DAZN launches free-to-play prediction platform for World Cup
DAZN prediction market goes live with ADI Predictstreet, giving fans predictions, leaderboards and World Cup ticket rewards.
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74% struggle to identify illegal betting ads
Illegal gambling ads leave UK consumers exposed, with 74% unable to identify unlicensed betting promotions online.
Spain online gambling GGR reaches EUR 454.2m in Q1 2026
Spain online gambling revenue rose to EUR 454.2m in Q1 2026, driven by casino growth and higher player activity.
Portugal online gambling GGR reaches EUR 323.7m in Q1 2026
Portugal online gambling revenue climbed 13.7% year-on-year to EUR 323.7m as casino activity continued to drive market growth.
Wealthsimple launches prediction market app with Kalshi
Wealthsimple launches a new app through the Kalshi Canada partnership, bringing regulated prediction markets to Canada.
Sweden updates technical gambling rules
Swedish technical regulations proposal introduces updated compliance and security requirements for licensed gambling operators.
Illegal gambling spend nears 50% of UK market
Illegal gambling black market growth prompts BGC to urge tech platforms to take stronger action against unlicensed operators.
Novig secures CFTC designation after USD 5bn trading volume
Novig prediction market expands nationwide after receiving CFTC designation and surpassing USD 5 billion in cumulative trading volume.
21.com combines crypto casino and sportsbook
21.com crypto casino expands its offering with sportsbook betting, live casino content and cryptocurrency payment options.
Swedish gambling channelisation rate falls to 84% in 2025
Swedish gambling channelisation declined to 84% in 2025, with online casino continuing to trail betting activity.
Online gambling harms hit 82% in GamCare helpline data
Online gambling harms now account for 82% of disclosed National Gambling Helpline cases, GamCare says ahead of the World Cup.
Argentinian Football Association partners with Kalshi for 2026 World Cup
Kalshi AFA sponsorship brings prediction markets, official data and Argentina’s World Cup campaign together.
Netherlands plans online gambling ad ban and affordability checks
Dutch online gambling reforms include an ad ban, affordability checks and stronger action against illegal operators.
ProphetX secures CFTC market designation
ProphetX CFTC approval allows the prediction market operator to launch federally regulated event contracts in the US.
Matchbook promotes FIFA World Cup prediction markets partnership
Matchbook prediction markets are offered through an ADI PredictStreet partnership, including FIFA World Cup 2026 event contracts.
Flutter to end London listing on 3 August 2026
Flutter LSE delisting will leave the betting group solely listed in New York from August 2026.
Gibraltar eyes prediction markets for future growth
Gibraltar prediction markets were highlighted as a new growth area alongside regulatory reform and industry innovation.
CFTC moves to define rules for prediction markets
Prediction markets face closer regulatory scrutiny as the CFTC proposes a new framework for reviewing event contracts.
Esoccer betting can drive engagement during World Cup
Esoccer betting helps sportsbooks keep players engaged between World Cup matches while supporting retention and revenue growth.
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