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IGT Slot Portfolio Generates Five Million-Dollar Jackpots Across North America in June
IGT slots generated five jackpots worth nearly $17 million in the U.S. and over CAD$1.3 million in Canada during June 2026, led by a $10.3 million Megabucks win at Westgate Las Vegas. Wheel of Fortune Slots have now created more than 1,200 millionaires since 1996.
Merkur Group Acquires White Hat Studios, Excluding Platform and White Label Operations
Merkur Group has agreed to acquire White Hat Studios, a US slots supplier founded in 2021, while excluding the White Hat Gaming platform and white label businesses. The deal, which complements Merkur's recent acquisition of Gaming Arts, is subject to regulatory approvals and aims to bolster Merkur's presence in regulated American iGaming.
Better Markets Accuses CFTC of Directing Kalshi to Defy Michigan Court Order on Sports Event Contracts
Better Markets criticized the CFTC for ordering Kalshi to defy a Michigan court ruling that required the platform to void and refund sports bets, accusing the agency of inconsistency and overreach. The CFTC had previously allowed Kalshi to void bets in a separate case involving a contract on Ayatollah Khamenei, but now claims that reimbursing Michigan users would create a market emergency.
Google to Ban Real-Money Prediction Market Extensions from Chrome Web Store by August 2026
Google will ban Chrome Web Store extensions that facilitate real-money prediction markets by August 1, 2026, tightening data rules and expanding its gambling advertisement certification requirements. The move follows increased regulatory scrutiny and mirrors prior restrictions on social casino marketing.
Underdog launches wholly owned CFTC-licensed prediction market exchange amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty
Underdog has launched its own CFTC-licensed prediction market exchange, becoming the first sports company to hold the full regulatory license stack, as the industry faces ongoing legal disputes between federal commodities law and state gambling regulations.
MGM Forms Special Committee as Diller Takeover Talks Intensify
MGM Resorts has formed a special committee and hired advisers to evaluate Barry Diller's $12.4 billion takeover bid as talks advance, though the board considers the $48.30-per-share offer too low and no deal is guaranteed.
Danish Regulator Blocks 334 Sites in 2025; Amazon Settles Social Casino Suit for $201M
Denmark's gambling regulator blocked 334 unlicensed websites in 2025, up 106% year-on-year, and expanded dynamic blocking of mirror sites; separately, Amazon agreed to a $201 million proposed settlement in a U.S. social casino class-action lawsuit.
2026 WSOP Main Event heads into Day 4 with money bubble approaching
The 2026 WSOP Main Event enters Day 4 with the money bubble imminent, as Sasha Liu leads the chip counts and a $10 million top prize awaits. China's Zixuan Liu also claimed his first gold bracelet in Event #85, while upcoming highlights include mixed-game and high roller events.
Arizona Governor Signs Executive Order Barring State Workers from Insider Trading on Prediction Markets
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has signed an executive order prohibiting state executive branch employees from using nonpublic information to profit on prediction markets, following reports of similar insider trading by government workers in other jurisdictions.
Playtech lifts FY26 EBITDA target after better-than-expected H1 driven by Americas surge
Playtech raised its FY26 EBITDA guidance to at least €270 million after an H1 performance significantly above expectations, driven by strong US results and growth in Latin America, though H2 growth is expected to moderate due to investments and UK duty changes.
California Card Rooms Secure Victory as Court Rejects Blackjack and Player-Dealer Regulations
A California Superior Court judge has ruled in favor of state card rooms, striking down new regulations by the Bureau of Gambling Control concerning blackjack-style games and player-dealer rules, finding the agency exceeded its authority. This decision provides significant relief to the card room industry, which had faced substantial revenue losses under the proposed changes, while the Attorney General's office reviews its options.