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Beyond the Approval: 3 Critical Tips for Renewing Your Gambling License
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February 3, 2026
Beyond the Approval: 3 Critical Tips for Renewing Your Gambling License
By: Amanda Holi
As a former regulator, I’ve sat on the other side of the desk, reviewing hundreds of applications and watching promising applicants stumble over the same hurdles. Now, as a licensing specialist at a law firm, I help my clients avoid those “regulatory red flags” before they happen. Securing your initial license is a monumental achievement, but maintaining it is where the real work begins. In the world of i-gaming and sports wagering, compliance isn’t a “one and done” task; it is a continuous cycle. Here are 3 essential tips for navigating the complexities of gambling license renewals and maintenance. Understand License Expiration Dates A common misconception is that all licenses under one roof share the same timeline. In reality, license…
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Prediction Markets Raising Predictable Questions of Regulation, Public Policy
January 27, 2026
Prediction Markets Raising Predictable Questions of Regulation, Public Policy
By: John Mikuta
On January 3, 2026, the United States carried out a shocking military strike against Venezuela, resulting in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.[i] Maduro was taken from his home in Caracas and flown to New York, where he faces narco-terrorism conspiracy, cocaine importation conspiracy, and weapons possession conspiracy charges.[ii] While the strike surprised most of the world, a few traders on Polymarket seemingly anticipated…
Virginia Poised to Legalize iGaming
January 14, 2026
Virginia Poised to Legalize iGaming
By: Sara Dalsheim
There has been chatter for some time that Virginia will soon become the next state to join in on the fun of legalized iGaming. Today, House Bill 161 and Senate Bill 118 will be officially offered as proposed legislation (the bills were pre-filed on January 6, 2026). House Bill 161 will officially be introduced by Delegate (“Del.”) Marcus Simon proposing to amend and reenact the…
A Modest Proposal to Reduce AI Liability: Add Warnings
November 4, 2024
A Modest Proposal to Reduce AI Liability: Add Warnings
By: Abbey Block
CONTENT WARNING: This blog includes discussion of suicide.[1] Imaginary friends are a common staple of childhood. Indeed, many children invoke the companionship of imaginary friends – relying on their creativity and imagination for entertainment and friendship. However, nowadays, young people no longer need to rely solely on their own creativity to conjure up a fictional companion. Rather, generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) programs such as Character.AI…
CFTC “Special Rule” Interpretation Led to an October Surprise
October 23, 2024
CFTC “Special Rule” Interpretation Led to an October Surprise
By: Robert Ward
On October 2, 2024, the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit issued a decision that permitted KalshiEx LLC (“Kalshi”) to legally offer election contracts, which allow buyers to put down money based on their predictions as to party control of Congress and presidential election results.[1] This decision, and the district court decision that the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) sought to stay,…
SAFEly symbolic?
October 14, 2024
SAFEly symbolic?
By: Sara Dalsheim
Last month two U.S. lawmakers, Rep. Paul Tonko D-N.Y. and Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act (i.e., the SAFE Bet Act).[1] The Act sought to implement federal minimum standards for all sports betting operators throughout the United States. The lawmakers seemingly put forth the bill because of concerns that citizens are being subject to too many sports…
When Sports Bettors Win, So Does the IRS
October 7, 2024
When Sports Bettors Win, So Does the IRS
By: George Calhoun
Sports betting and adjacent industries have exploded in the United States. One area that continues to cause confusion is the taxation of these businesses – both for the companies and the individual players. For individual bettors, the IRS has clear rules on gambling income that predate the recent explosion of the sports betting industry. In short, the proceeds from a successful sports wager are taxable…
Illinois Expanding Regulations over Gaming Ads
October 2, 2024
Illinois Expanding Regulations over Gaming Ads
By: Jordan Briggs
The Illinois Gaming Board (“IGB”) adopted a new proposed uniform advertising regulation for sports wagering, casino gambling, and video gaming operators at its September meeting. Sports wagering is already subject to certain advertising and marketing restrictions, captured in “Rule 340.”[1] IGB proposed amendments to strengthen Rule 340 for sports wagering, and, for the first time, proposed to extend Rule 340 to casino gambling and video…
