President of the CFTC orders the development of a new regulatory framework for prediction markets
The CFTC Chairman, Michael Selig, ordered the drafting of new regulations for prediction markets, including sporting events.
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Constitutional Court of Colombia temporarily blocks increase in online gambling tax
In Colombia, the Constitutional Court suspended the decree that imposed a 19% VAT on iGaming. The court detected procedural irregularities in Petro’s economic emergency.
Costa Rica: legislative commission rejects update to gambling law in effect for half a century
Costa Rica rejected the bill to modernize gambling legislation. The file goes to the Plenary with a negative opinion.
Caja de Acción Social de San Juan registers growth in revenue during 2025 despite millions in unclaimed prizes
The San Juan Social Action Fund grew in revenue during 2025. More than 116 million pesos in prizes expired.
ICE Barcelona: Sports betting and World Cup 2026 at the center of the debate
ICE Barcelona 2026 focused on sports betting, technological innovation, and the opportunities generated by major events.
DGOJ of Spain prioritizes safe gambling and criticizes parliamentary blockade of protection measures
DGOJ: Mikel Arana defended safe gaming as a public priority and criticized parties for blocking protection measures.
Illinois consolidates its land-based casinos as one of the most dynamic markets in the USA.
Illinois casinos generated $1.94 billion in revenue during 2025, a 15% year-over-year increase.
Brasil toughens online gambling regulation: Lula warns about digital casinos in homes
The president criticized the expansion of online gambling in Brazil. The Ministry of Health launched a guide to address cases of gambling addiction.
Casino regulator in the Dominican Republic is released after cooperating with justice
Dominican Republic Lottery: Ex-regulator freed after returning USD 340,000 and testifying against former ministers in corruption case.
Maryland resumes legislative efforts to ban online sweepstakes casinos after new bills in 2026
Maryland presents bills to ban online sweepstakes casinos with criminal penalties for operators and consequences.