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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has taken legal action against Minnesota for its ban on prediction markets, arguing that states cannot preempt federal regulation. The law, signed by Governor Tim Walz, is set to take effect in 2026.
The Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) has issued warnings to licensed operators to comply with rules regarding promotional materials and wager types ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The KSA also vowed to monitor the illegal gambling market.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has issued fines totaling $180,000 against several operators for various violations, including underage gambling and poor KYC processes. This comes as gaming revenue in the state surges.
Maher Nouira is the chip leader with 9,900,000 in chips as the final 12 players remain in the $200,000 Triton Invitational. The event features a $27,400,000 prize pool and seven-figure paydays for the top seven finishers.
A 72-year-old woman from Macomb County, Michigan, won a $655,130 jackpot in the Michigan Lottery's Fantasy 5 game after buying a ticket at a Sunoco gas station. The odds of winning the Fantasy 5 jackpot are 1 in 575,757.
Spinomenal has partnered with Entain to bring its popular games to Boost Casino and Ninja Casino in Estonia. This marks the third European launch for the two companies, following successful deployments in Germany and Austria.
Turkey's Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz revealed that the country's illegal gambling market is valued between $20 billion and $60 billion. The government has been intensifying its crackdown on illegal gambling and related crimes.
BetRivers Poker's Spring Championship series concluded with record-breaking participation and prize pools, highlighting the platform's growing popularity among US online poker players.
Nate Diaz, a prominent MMA fighter, has a career spanning 15 years with notable wins and losses. His recent bout against Mike Perry and potential future fights with Conor McGregor are topics of interest.
PokerDom is hosting a 'Crazy Rake Race' from May 22 to May 31, 2026, with a total prize pool of 1,500,000 rubles. The event is divided into three leagues to cater to players with different bankrolls.