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If it Looks Like a Duck and Walks Like a Duck…

Prediction markets have emerged as a new kind of gray-area sector that blends wagering with economic trading. But many, including Bruce Merati (l.), argue that they are simply betting platforms that regulators should take heed of.

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U.S. IN FOCUS

Cannibalization continues to polarize Marylanders, Tysons casino dies in subcommittee, new anti-online gambling group emerges and more.

EUROPE IN FOCUS

Stake pulls out of the U.K., Superbet gets massive refinancing and Latvian operators to be compensated for Covid shutdowns.

SPORTS BETTING IN FOCUS

Sports betting moving in Hawaii, GRIT Act reintroduced, legal operators see account boost from Super Bowl and more.

TRIBAL GAMING IN FOCUS

Oklahoma sports betting bills move to full committee, Navajo Nation announces new casino, Kewadin Casinos hit with cyberattack and more.

ASIA IN FOCUS

Thai PM pledges to combat illegal iGaming, Macau sees uptick after CNY comes up short, Hoiana Resort announces massive new investment and more.

LATIN AMERICA IN FOCUS

New round of operators licensed in Brazil, Colombian VAT raises questions, Betano re-ups deal with F1’s Massa and more.

FANTINI’S FINANCE: The Goldilocks Operators

All too often, the biggest-name operators and the flashy startups are the ones who receive all the coverage. But there are some mid-size companies that have the total package: strong leadership, growth plans and exposure to the right markets.