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fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

Galatasaray accuse referees of having 'evil inside' them

Galatasaray stated, 'Despite the two penalties not awarded to us, we're closing out the first half 1-0 ahead. Despite these referees, we're still leading 1-0. We see what you're doing, your plans, the evil inside you. This order won't go on like this. We're here, we won't be silent! In the end, the good ones will win again!'
Soccer (FIFA)
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
10 hours ago

What is the Sports Gambler's Fallacy? - Bleacher Nation

The gambler's fallacy leads bettors to mistakenly believe past outcomes affect future independent events in sports betting.
AC Milan
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Italian referee chief suspends himself over allegations

Gianluca Rocchi has suspended himself amid an investigation into alleged sporting fraud in Italian football.
Bayern Munich
fromBavarian Football Works
15 hours ago

UEFA fine Bayern Munich nearly 100,000 for infringements in UCL match vs Real Madrid

Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 6-4 on aggregate, advancing to the semifinals despite facing fines from UEFA for various violations during the match.
EU data protection
fromReadWrite
3 days ago

Sportradar rejects short seller report over illegal betting claims

Sportradar strongly refutes allegations of links to unlawful betting sites, asserting compliance with regulations and ethical standards.
Poker
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Betting shop bug ends in kidnap, staff turns ransomer

A computer glitch led to the kidnapping of a betting shop manager for ransom by an employee and an accomplice.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Did gamblers fix Paris weather station data for profit on US betting site?

High temperatures in Paris prompted a criminal investigation for suspected data manipulation by gamblers on weather betting platforms.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Hair pulling ought not to be tolerated - FA panel

Hair pulling in football is deemed unacceptable and should be consistently punished, as upheld by a disciplinary panel's decision regarding Lisandro Martinez.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US gambling addiction is out of control' as betting markets boom, policy expert warns

Gambling addiction in the US requires urgent regulation similar to alcohol and tobacco due to its rapid expansion and public health impact.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

MoffettNathanson Downgrades DraftKings: Are Prediction Markets Killing the Sports Betting King?

DraftKings received a downgrade to Neutral with a price target cut due to regulatory risks overshadowing valuation concerns.
Education
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Gambling addict principal who stole 100,000 from school has suspension confirmed by High Court

A principal was suspended for stealing over €100,000 from his school due to a gambling addiction.
MMA
fromCageside Press
3 days ago

'Uncharted Territory': Alexander Hernandez Questions System After Betting Allegations

Hernandez anticipates a strong matchup against Garcia, expecting to exploit openings with his sharper boxing and wrestling skills.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office

The EU's anti-fraud office is investigating Lord Peter Mandelson over allegations of misconduct related to Jeffrey Epstein during his tenure as trade commissioner.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

CFTC Charges Polymarket Trader in First Event Contract Insider Trading Case

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filed a complaint alleging insider trading tied to sensitive government operations, highlighting concerns about how nonpublic information intersects with emerging betting markets.
Law
Real Madrid
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

European football: Betis and Bellerin deny Real Madrid, Eta's Union lose at Leipzig

Hector Bellerin scored in stoppage time to secure a 1-1 draw for Real Betis against Real Madrid, impacting Madrid's title hopes.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Leicester 'face 70m black hole' after disastrous football-on-credit-card gamble

Leicester City faces severe financial challenges and has been relegated to League One after a poor season and mounting debts.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

What next in battle to avoid Premiership play-off?

Livingston faces relegation in the Scottish Premiership, with their fate potentially sealed if Kilmarnock earns more points this weekend.
#uk-gambling
UK news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Unlicensed Operators Set to Overtake UK Regulated Gambling Ad Spend by 2028

Unlicensed operators in the UK gambling sector are projected to exceed 1 billion in ad spend by 2028, while licensed operators will reduce their spend.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Inside the UK's Online Gambling Industry: Technology, Regulation, and What Businesses Can Learn

The UK online gambling sector thrives despite strict regulations, using compliance as a competitive advantage.
Exercise
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Contributor: Regulate the 'Enhanced Games' as a medical experiment and a marketing stunt

The Enhanced Games promotes performance-enhancing drug use in sports, requiring athletes to enhance their abilities chemically.
Media industry
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Former Live Nation executive says he was fired after raising 'financial misconduct' concerns

A former Live Nation executive alleges wrongful termination after raising concerns about financial misconduct and seeks $35 million in damages.
#fifa
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Soccer fans slam FIFA's lack of transparency after fresh batch of World Cup tickets released | CBC News

FIFA's new World Cup ticket sales have frustrated fans due to perceived transparency issues and the introduction of previously unavailable premium seating options.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Leagues to be allowed one game abroad a season under new Fifa proposals

Fifa proposes limiting domestic leagues to one foreign game per season with strict regulations and stakeholder approval required for international matches.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Soccer fans slam FIFA's lack of transparency after fresh batch of World Cup tickets released | CBC News

FIFA's new World Cup ticket sales have frustrated fans due to perceived transparency issues and the introduction of previously unavailable premium seating options.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Leagues to be allowed one game abroad a season under new Fifa proposals

Fifa proposes limiting domestic leagues to one foreign game per season with strict regulations and stakeholder approval required for international matches.
fromBarca Universal
3 days ago

Referees Committee backs controversial VAR decision in Barcelona vs Celta Vigo clash | Barca Universal

The goal, a clinical finish by Torres that should have cushioned Barcelona's lead, was scrubbed from the scoreboard after the Semi-Automated Offside Technology (SAOT) flagged a 'very tight' offside.
FC Barcelona
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

Inflated AI Claims Are Under Fire-and the Regulatory Reckoning Is Coming | Fortune

Artificial intelligence is a significant capital markets issue, with regulators increasingly scrutinizing companies' claims about their AI capabilities.
#insider-trading
SF politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

State employees are the latest targets of prediction market insider trading bans

State government employees are banned from insider trading on prediction market platforms to prevent corruption and ensure public service integrity.
NYC politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

New York Bans Government Employees from Insider Trading on Prediction Markets

New York has banned state employees from using insider information for prediction market trading to prevent corruption.
SF politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

State employees are the latest targets of prediction market insider trading bans

State government employees are banned from insider trading on prediction market platforms to prevent corruption and ensure public service integrity.
NYC politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

New York Bans Government Employees from Insider Trading on Prediction Markets

New York has banned state employees from using insider information for prediction market trading to prevent corruption.
Privacy professionals
fromReadWrite
3 days ago

Caesars sued over 2026 data breach claims

Caesars Entertainment faces a class action lawsuit for failing to protect customer data during a second cyber incident after a previous breach in 2023.
US news
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Kalshi suspended three political candidates from its platform for insider trading

Kalshi has taken action against three political candidates for insider trading, implementing new rules to prevent such activities.
#prediction-markets
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
fromEngadget
5 days ago
Poker

New York Attorney General sues two prediction markets on illegal gambling allegations

Poker
fromDefector
1 month ago

It's Gambling | Defector

Prediction markets like Kalshi function identically to sports gambling despite claiming to be neutral transaction platforms, and Arizona's AG filed criminal charges against Kalshi for operating an illegal gambling operation.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
fromEngadget
5 days ago
Poker

New York Attorney General sues two prediction markets on illegal gambling allegations

Poker
fromDefector
1 month ago

It's Gambling | Defector

Prediction markets like Kalshi function identically to sports gambling despite claiming to be neutral transaction platforms, and Arizona's AG filed criminal charges against Kalshi for operating an illegal gambling operation.
#online-gambling
Marketing tech
fromReadWrite
5 days ago

Google reports gambling ads enforcement surge in 2025

Google intensified enforcement on online gambling ads in 2025, blocking 270.7 million ads for policy violations, reflecting stricter regulations in the sector.
Law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Bet365, Super Group, Skycity Face Coordinated New Zealand High Court Action Over Offshore Gambling

Three High Court proceedings filed against bet365, Super Group, and Skycity over online gambling operations in New Zealand.
Marketing tech
fromReadWrite
5 days ago

Google reports gambling ads enforcement surge in 2025

Google intensified enforcement on online gambling ads in 2025, blocking 270.7 million ads for policy violations, reflecting stricter regulations in the sector.
Law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Bet365, Super Group, Skycity Face Coordinated New Zealand High Court Action Over Offshore Gambling

Three High Court proceedings filed against bet365, Super Group, and Skycity over online gambling operations in New Zealand.
Barcelona
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Supreme Court upholds acquittal of Neymar, Barcelona in Santos fraud case

Spain's Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of Neymar and former Barcelona presidents on fraud and corruption charges related to his 2013 transfer.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

William Hill Parent Evoke in 225M Bally's Intralot Sale Discussions

Evoke is in takeover talks with Bally's Intralot at 50 pence per share, valuing the company at 225.3 million.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
11 hours ago

Can I Set Deposit Limits on Sportsbooks Like DraftKings and FanDuel in 2026? - Bleacher Nation

Setting deposit limits on betting apps helps manage finances and prevents impulsive betting after losses.
#ac-milan
fromSempreMilan
1 day ago
AC Milan

Guardian: Games abroad allowed under new FIFA proposals - the situation after Milan-Como

fromSempreMilan
1 day ago
AC Milan

Guardian: Games abroad allowed under new FIFA proposals - the situation after Milan-Como

Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
15 hours ago

Pre-Match Poser no.24: Can you answer this elite-level football quiz question?

The Pre-Match Poser challenges football knowledge with trivia about World Cup achievements and player milestones across European leagues.
#uk-gambling-commission
Poker
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

The hidden costs of gambling compliance: Why UK operators are spending millions on RegTech - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK Gambling Commission's compliance actions have surged, driving growth in the RegTech sector and highlighting the need for improved compliance among operators.
Poker
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

The hidden costs of gambling compliance: Why UK operators are spending millions on RegTech - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK Gambling Commission's compliance actions have surged, driving growth in the RegTech sector and highlighting the need for improved compliance among operators.
France news
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Someone allegedly used a hairdryer to rig Polymarket weather bets

A hairdryer was allegedly used to manipulate temperature readings for betting on Polymarket at Charles de Gaulle airport, resulting in significant financial gains for gamblers.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Peter Mandelson investigated by European anti-fraud office

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Real Madrid
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UEFA bans Benfica's Prestianni for six games for verbally abusing Vinicius

Gianluca Prestianni received a six-match suspension for homophobic conduct during a Champions League match against Real Madrid.
Liverpool FC
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Prediction: Liverpool vs Crystal Palace - Soccer News

Liverpool is in a strong position for Champions League qualification after a recent dramatic victory over Everton.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trustpilot hosts reviews of illegal casinos, raising concern among MPs

Trustpilot hosts reviews of illegal casinos, raising consumer safety concerns amid rising unlicensed gambling in the UK.
#sports-betting
Poker
fromFuturism
1 week ago

More Than Half of Men Aged 18 to 49 Have Already Fallen Into Online Sports Betting

Sports betting has surged in popularity since 2018, raising concerns over addiction and financial issues among Americans.
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

Sports betting reshaped newsrooms, and it's "a little gross." Now, here come the prediction markets

Poker
fromFuturism
1 week ago

More Than Half of Men Aged 18 to 49 Have Already Fallen Into Online Sports Betting

Sports betting has surged in popularity since 2018, raising concerns over addiction and financial issues among Americans.
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

Sports betting reshaped newsrooms, and it's "a little gross." Now, here come the prediction markets

Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

April 26th: Sunday's European Double - 3/1 Special, Betting Tips & Predictions - Soccer News

Rennes is in strong form, aiming for Champions League spots, while Nantes struggles near the relegation zone.
Poker
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

America's online gambling addiction is driving young people to bankruptcy court

Online sports betting is leading to significant financial distress among Gen Z and young millennials, resulting in increased bankruptcy filings.
English Premier League
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
4 days ago

Newcastle United 'in talks' with UEFA over financial rule breach as possible 60m fine looms: report

Newcastle United faces UEFA scrutiny over financial maneuvers, particularly the sale of St James' Park leasing rights, risking severe trading restrictions.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Michail Antonio faces ban for failing to name driver

Michail Antonio faces a driving ban for failing to identify the driver of his speeding Lamborghini.
#premier-league
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Premier League clubs unhappy at rising costs of Independent Football Regulator

Premier League clubs are frustrated with rising costs and uncertainty regarding the Independent Football Regulator's budget and future financial commitments.
France news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

French police probe suspected weather device tampering after odd Polymarket bet

Authorities are investigating possible tampering with a weather monitoring device at Charles de Gaulle Airport after an unusual temperature spike coincided with a trader's bet.
Poker
fromReadWrite
2 days ago

Wisconsin lawsuit targets Kalshi, Robinhood and Coinbase over prediction markets

Wisconsin accuses Kalshi, Robinhood, and Coinbase of illegal sports betting through prediction markets and event contracts under state law.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

UK Football Policing Unit chief says X is hiding behind' legal processes and delays

The ability to secure identifying information from X has significantly worsened, impacting successful prosecutions of online abuse.
fromSempreMilan
4 days ago

Reports: Escorts and laughing gas - Milan and Inter players linked to latest Serie A scandal

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, around 50 Serie A players - including some from Milan and Inter - were involved as customers. The Milan Court are investigating things at the request of the Public Prosecutor's Office, and four people were placed under house arrest.
AC Milan
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NY sues prediction markets over running illegal gambling platforms | amNewYork

Gambling by another name is still gambling, and it is not exempt from regulation under our state laws and Constitution, James said in a statement on the suits, filed in Manhattan Supreme Court.
Law
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

EFL clubs reject VAR challenge system for Championship

EFL clubs rejected the introduction of a video assistant referee challenge system for the Championship next season after a majority consultation.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago

Barcelona president confirms club will report refereeing vs Atletico to UEFA - 'Happened too many times' | Barca Universal

Barcelona lost 0-2 to Atletico Madrid amid refereeing controversies, prompting the club to consider filing a complaint with UEFA.
Poker
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Starting An Online Casino Business In The UK: What Software Do You Actually Need?

Launching an online casino in the UK requires a robust, modular software stack to meet high player expectations and regulatory standards.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Former footballers to meet government over 'financial abuse'

Working-class footballers lost hundreds of millions to financial mis-selling, but the V11 group is still being pursued for tax on money they never had.
UK politics
#uk-gambling-regulation
UK news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 weeks ago

UK Betting Industry Warns Affordability Checks Will Push Punters to Black Market

65% of UK bettors refuse to submit financial documents amid rising Remote Gaming Duty and calls to pause regulatory changes.
Poker
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

The Gambling Commission's Reforms Separate the Best From the Rest

Five UK online casino operators shut down due to high compliance costs from new regulations, highlighting the impact of increased regulatory burdens on businesses.
#var
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'Turning football into rubble' - fury over VAR ruling

A controversial VAR decision led to chaos in the Asian Champions League semi-finals, resulting in a referee needing police escort off the pitch.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Championship clubs reject bringing in VAR next season

Championship clubs rejected the introduction of Football Video Support for next season, citing concerns over costs and impact on the game.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'Turning football into rubble' - fury over VAR ruling

A controversial VAR decision led to chaos in the Asian Champions League semi-finals, resulting in a referee needing police escort off the pitch.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Championship clubs reject bringing in VAR next season

Championship clubs rejected the introduction of Football Video Support for next season, citing concerns over costs and impact on the game.
fromCard Player
5 days ago

Lawsuit Claims Online Casino Allowed Underage Gambling - Poker News

He actually cannot stop. He's really addicted to this. This case is an important first step in holding these gambling platforms accountable. Gambling addiction in minors is steadily increasing, and it's not happening by accident.
Poker
UK politics
fromReadWrite
1 week ago

Calls grow to pause UK gambling risk checks

UK government urged to pause financial risk checks for gamblers until full evaluation of pilot scheme is available.
Poker
fromReadWrite
5 days ago

Capital Bra faces German regulator's illegal gambling fine

Germany's gambling regulator intensifies action against rapper Capital Bra for promoting illegal online gambling on social media.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
2 weeks ago

What are Some of the Biggest NBA Betting Scandals Over the Years? - Bleacher Nation

The NBA faces ongoing challenges with gambling scandals, impacting its reputation for integrity.
Europe news
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Czech police detain dozens in league match-fixing scandal

Czech police detained 47 individuals in a match-fixing scandal involving top football leagues and youth competitions.
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Chaos reigns in Asian Champions League after VAR intervenes over substitution

Shabab Al Ahli's hopes of becoming champions of Asia had just come to an end in the penultimate stage of the tournament with a 1-0 loss, but they were adamant that tie should have been headed for extra-time after their 92nd-minute equaliser was disallowed.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

The UK online casino market in 2026: Regulation, revenue, and what's driving growth - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The remote casino sector, which is industry jargon for online gaming, is the undisputed heavyweight champion of the market. It quietly overtook traditional sports betting a few years ago and hasn't looked back since.
Poker
Major League Baseball
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

MLB Strikes Deal with Top Prediction Market as League Grapples With Multiple Betting Scandals

MLB partnered with Polymarket on a multi-year licensing deal granting exclusive access to baseball data and iconography for prediction market trading.
Poker
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Vibrating crotches, anal beads and suspicious minds: the long, strange history of chess cheats | Sean Ingle

A 1993 chess cheating scandal involved a player using technology to receive moves, leading to a significant controversy in the chess community.
Poker
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

London built the payment rails that made instant casino withdrawals possible - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The iGaming industry has transformed payment processes, enabling instant withdrawals for players due to advancements in payment infrastructure.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Gambling is easy, right? Wrong: it turns out betting on sport is designed to disturb you | Barney Ronay

Nearly everyone is losing money, a club executive is quoted as saying, presumably while dressed in a suit made entirely from gold leaf, bitcoin shavings and vintage parmesan cheese.
Poker
National Basketball Association
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

NCAA to use tech to monitor tournament officials for betting

The NCAA will monitor basketball, baseball, and softball championship officials using ProhiBet technology to detect any betting account openings or wagers by officials.
#illegal-gambling
Poker
fromReadWrite
2 weeks ago

Ex Philadelphia probation officer sentenced in illegal gambling case

A former probation officer was sentenced for running an illegal sports betting operation, facing jail time, home confinement, and financial penalties.
Poker
fromReadWrite
2 weeks ago

Ex Philadelphia probation officer sentenced in illegal gambling case

A former probation officer was sentenced for running an illegal sports betting operation, facing jail time, home confinement, and financial penalties.
Poker
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

NFL asks prediction markets to stop manipulable trading

The NFL requested prediction market operators to avoid trades on easily manipulated events to protect game integrity and prevent unfair allegations.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Unlicensed betting firms face sponsorship ban

Unlicensed gambling firms could be barred from sponsoring UK sports teams to protect consumers and reduce links to fraud and organised crime.
fromReadWrite
2 months ago

Study finds gambling ads increase soccer betting

The study, published in Addictive Behaviors Reports and titled "The effect of television advertising on gambling behaviour: a quasi-experimental study during the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup," analyzed betting behaviour among 365 men aged 18-45 in England during the 2022 tournament. According to the paper's abstract, "Frequency of betting on football was 16% to 24% higher during games televised on a channel with gambling advertising compared to one without."
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Football Daily | Refereeing is stuck in a frustrating feedback loop, with no easy way out

One poor decision is forgivable, two is careless, but there were a hat-trick of howlers, with Tammy Abraham clearly offside for Aston Villa's opener. Lucas Digne needed his own dedicated review booth, escaping with a yellow card for an agricultural tackle on Jacob Murphy and avoiding a penalty for handball. Officials ruled that Digne handled the ball outside the penalty area, an impressive feat given that he both took off and landed inside the box as he jumped to block a cross.
Soccer (FIFA)
Poker
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Dutch regulator flags athletes betting own matches

Dutch gambling regulators identified a new integrity concern where athletes are placing bets on competitions in which they are directly involved, representing a serious conflict of interest and potential gateway to manipulation.
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