Day: ខែ​មេសា 23, 2026

(AsiaGameHub) –   Kalshi detailed three insider trading enforcement cases linked to political event contracts, offering a clearer view of how the firm is implementing its revised compliance regulations.

Good to Know

Each of the three cases related to political event contracts governed by Rule 5.17(z).
Two candidates reached settlements and agreed to pay fines along with five-year suspensions.
Mark Moran declined to settle and is now subject to a heftier penalty and a clawback of any profits from the trades.

Kalshi Issues Warning to Political Contract Traders
On Wednesday, Kalshi made public details of three enforcement actions, all connected to insider trading in political markets. The firm stated that these cases demonstrate the safeguards it recently implemented.
Rule 5.17(z) is at the core of each case; it states:
“If a Trader is a decision maker, either directly or indirectly, or has any influence, directly or indirectly, no matter the scale and importance of the influence, on the outcome o…

(AsiaGameHub) –   FDJ United began 2026 with restricted growth in gross gaming revenue and lower revenue, as increased gambling taxes continued to weigh on online betting and gaming in the UK and Netherlands.

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Group GGR increased 1% to €2.175bn, while revenue decreased 3% to €895m.
Online betting and gaming revenue fell 8% to €213m.
FDJ United now anticipates only minimal GGR growth in 2026 and a slight revenue decline.

Tax Pressure Continues to Burden FDJ United
The most significant headwind originated from the UK and Netherlands, where rising taxes continued to impair results. Revenue for the Kindred-led online betting and gaming division fell 8% to €213m, while GGR declined 1% to €342m. However, excluding these two markets reveals a stronger performance. The unit’s GGR increased 6%, while revenue decreased by just 1%.
In the UK, Kindred business revenue plummeted 24.1%. In the Netherlands, revenue decreased by 19.9%. FDJ United noted this as a distinct improvem…

(AsiaGameHub) –   Executive orders have been issued in New York and Illinois to prohibit state employees from engaging in insider trading on prediction market platforms. These directives focus on public workers who utilize or share confidential data to trade event-based contracts.

Key Details

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker enacted his order on Tuesday with immediate effect.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul implemented a comparable restriction on Wednesday.
California Governor Gavin Newsom established a related policy earlier this March.

States Increase Oversight of Prediction Markets
Illinois led the way this week. Governor JB Pritzker signed a directive prohibiting any state worker, official, or board member from leveraging nonpublic data obtained through their roles to participate in prediction markets or event-based contracts. This prohibition extends to assisting others in such trades, regardless of whether a profit is realized.
Pritzker stated:
“Prediction markets have expanded into an unregu…

(AsiaGameHub) –   Oklahoma legislators halted another effort to legalize sports betting on Wednesday. A vote in the Senate defeated a proposal to authorize online sports wagering and physical sportsbooks, leaving minimal opportunity for revival before the legislative term concludes in late May.

Good to Know

The Oklahoma Senate turned down the bill in a 21 to 27 vote.
The legislation would have granted gaming tribes sole authority over mobile sportsbooks and the ability to offer retail betting.
Governor Kevin Stitt continued his opposition, maintaining a veto threat.

Senate Vote Deals Another Blow to Oklahoma Sports Betting
A renewed attempt to establish sports betting in Oklahoma failed as the Senate rejected a bill that had previously passed the House in a more limited version last year. The proposal had been dormant for over a year before being modified earlier this month and advanced to a Senate vote.
The vote revealed the persistent division that has stalled legalization for years. Certain senato…

(AsiaGameHub) –   Caesars and Westgate have finalized an agreement that will place Caesars in charge of Westgate SuperBook operations prior to the start of the NFL season, provided the deal receives approval from Nevada regulators.

Good to Know

Caesars is set to manage race and sportsbook operations and provide the betting odds.
The branding and atmosphere of the Westgate SuperBook will remain unchanged.
Upcoming features will encompass same-game parlays, expanded live betting options, and self-service kiosks.

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with @CaesarsSports that will bring an enhanced fan experience to the Iconic Westgate SuperBook. 
The SuperBook will continue operating under its legendary identity, with updates designed to make the in-person and digital experience… pic.twitter.com/Xq9AvHRwDY
— SuperBook Nevada (@SuperBookNV) April 21, 2026

Caesars Takes Over Operations at Westgate SuperBook
The Westgate SuperBook is transitioning to a new operational model. Caesa…