Japanese Startups Use Points to Build Prediction Apps
Japanese startups are turning prediction markets into a loyalty-points product. The format keeps cash out of user stakes, but it may still invite regulatory scrutiny.
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Australia Targets Clone Domains in New Gambling Blocks
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Casino Plus Puts PAGCOR Helpline Inside Player Support
Casino Plus has added PAGCOR’s 24-hour problem gambling helpline to its digital platform. The update brings official support tools closer to players and families…
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Illinois Prediction Market Law Draws Kalshi Lawsuit
Kalshi has gone to federal court before Illinois begins enforcing its new prediction-market rules. The case pits state gambling control against federal commodities oversight.
South Africa Seeks Site Blocks in Offshore Casino Crackdown
South Africa’s National Gambling Board is pushing for stronger action against offshore gambling sites. The regulator wants communications authorities to help restrict access to…
Kalshi Draws Line After Slot-Style API Test
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Caesars Prepares Three Casino Brands for Maine iGaming
Caesars has moved closer to a possible online casino launch in Maine. The operator has expanded its Wabanaki partnership as the state prepares a…
CoinBox Taps Yggdrasil Tech for Wider Casino Reach
CoinBox Studio has joined Yggdrasil’s YGG Masters program. The deal gives the independent supplier access to Game in a Box and Yggdrasil’s operator network.
Stakelogic Settlement Puts Slot Testing Under UK Spotlight
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Google Spam Update Puts Search Traffic Under Review
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Polymarket Brings Prediction Markets Into Telegram
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