The Star Sydney Casino License Return
The Star Sydney could regain its suspended casino license by late September 2026, contingent on compliance with stricter regulatory frameworks and a pending AU$400 million penalty decision.
GC Suspends BresBet & Bet St George Licences
The Gambling Commission has suspended BresBet and Bet St George licenses due to anti-money laundering (AML) failures. Operators retain customer access but face indefinite suspension until compliance issues are resolved.
Ontario Teen Online Gambling Jumps 50%, Survey Finds
One in eight Ontario teenagers gambled online last year, a 50% jump from 2023. Sports betting surged tenfold since 2019, and four in five students saw gambling ads monthly.
Ninth Circuit Rules Kalshi Sports Contracts Are Gambling
The Ninth Circuit ruled Kalshi's sports event contracts are gambling, not federally protected swaps. The 3-0 decision conflicts with the Third Circuit, setting up a likely Supreme Court showdown over prediction markets.
Malaysia Denies New Gambling Permits Since 1990s, Court Backs Federal Control
Malaysia's finance ministry denies issuing new gambling licences since the 1990s, as the Federal Court rules Kedah cannot ban existing pool betting and lottery operations.
