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What we cover
State bans, cease-and-desist orders, AG enforcement actions, and emerging legislation targeting sweepstakes casino operators. 16 states have banned or are actively enforcing — we track every new development.
State gaming commission rule changes, new licensing requirements, vendor registration updates, fee schedule changes, and licensing deadline alerts across all 50 states.
CFTC prediction market rulemakings, FTC promotional guidelines, DOJ Wire Act guidance, congressional activity, and appellate court decisions affecting gaming technology nationwide.
Recent highlights
Legislature overrode Governor Stitt's veto (Senate 34-10, House 68-19). Effective November 1, 2026. Felony offense with $500–$2,000 fines. Extends criminal liability to tech suppliers, payment processors, and geolocation providers.
Enacted final day of 2026 session. Amends the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act to classify sweepstakes casino operations as unfair and deceptive. Immediate effect. Major platforms had already exited following AG cease-and-desists.
First federal appellate preemption ruling on prediction markets. 2-1 decision holds that the Commodity Exchange Act preempts state gambling laws for CFTC-registered DCM event contracts. Preliminary injunction affirmed.
Supportive staff advisory to DCMs on event contract listing requirements. Simultaneously issued ANPRM on prediction markets regulation. CFTC withdrew prior restrictive proposals from June 2024 and September 2025.
New York State Gaming Commission secured major DFS enforcement settlements. PrizePicks paid $15M and Underdog Fantasy paid $17.5M. Sets precedent for DFS enforcement posture in other licensed states.
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