JPMorgan Chase examines prediction markets centered on economic data while CEO Jamie Dimon rules out sports betting and political wagers amid regulatory concerns.

Sweden’s gaming authority details strict geo-blocking, payment restrictions, and registration controls to eliminate unlicensed gambling operators’ access to Swedish players.

Belgium’s gambling revenue declined 4.86% to €1.61B in 2024—the first yearly drop since COVID-19—as new regulations reshaped the gaming landscape.

Evoke to close 200 William Hill betting shops starting May 2026 following UK tax increases. Deutsche Bank slashes earnings forecasts by up to 52%.

Alberta opens its regulated online gambling market July 13, charging operators $150K annually plus 20% revenue tax. Second Canadian province after Ontario.

Gibraltar approves Predict Street Ltd as its first prediction market operator, contrasting with European nations banning platforms like Polymarket.