Kalshi reportedly raises $1 billion, doubling valuation to $11 billion amid rapid industry expansion Summary Prediction-market operator Kalshi has reportedly closed a $1 billion funding round that pushes its valuation to $11 billion, coming less than two months after a $300 million raise that valued the firm at $5 billion. Existing backers and new investors […]
UK Treasury ‘has a way to go’ to understanding industry complexities, says CMS tax co-head Summary Stephen Hignett, CMS co-head of tax, tells iGB the UK Treasury still struggles to grasp the nuances of the gambling sector ahead of the Budget. The article explains why many UK-facing operators keep an offshore presence (Gibraltar, Malta) — […]
NCAA continues prohibition on pro sports betting while announcing new infractions in Temple’s basketball programme Summary The NCAA has reversed a planned rule change that would have allowed student-athletes to bet on professional sports after more than two-thirds of Division I schools voted to rescind the proposal. Separately, the NCAA Committee on Infractions disclosed betting […]
Don’t take the bait: Recognise and avoid phishing attacks – ITSAP.00.101 – Canadian Centre for Cyber Security Summary This Canadian Centre for Cyber Security guidance explains what phishing is, the many forms it can take (email, SMS, voice, QR codes, social media and more), and how artificial intelligence is changing the threat and the defence […]
The cyber threat to Canada’s water systems: Assessment and mitigation – Canadian Centre for Cyber Security Summary This Canadian Centre for Cyber Security assessment (current to 31 May 2025) examines cyber threats to water and wastewater systems, identifies most-likely actors and tactics, and sets out practical mitigations mapped to the Cyber Security Readiness Goals (CRGs). […]
Philippines government asks Interpol’s help in apprehending fugitive lawyer connected to POGO human trafficking Summary The Philippine government has asked Interpol to help locate and arrest Harry Roque, a former presidential spokesman now accused of involvement in human trafficking connected to a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operation (POGO) in Pampanga. Roque acted as legal counsel to […]
Florida AG urges lawmakers to make illegal gambling a felony | Yogonet International Summary Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has urged state lawmakers to raise penalties for illegal gambling from a misdemeanor to a felony, arguing current punishments are insufficient to deter large, profitable criminal operations. He highlighted links between unlawful gambling and serious crimes […]
Kalshi reportedly raises $1 billion, doubling valuation to $11 billion amid rapid industry expansion | Yogonet International Summary Prediction market operator Kalshi has reportedly closed a $1 billion funding round that lifts the company’s valuation to $11 billion. The round follows a $300 million raise less than two months earlier and included returning investors alongside […]
Don’t take the bait: Recognize and avoid phishing attacks – ITSAP.00.101 – Canadian Centre for Cyber Security Summary This guidance from the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security explains what phishing is, the many forms it takes, and practical steps organisations and employees can use to spot and mitigate attacks. It covers common techniques (deceptive phishing, […]
Genius Sports announces strategic partnership with Publicis Sports | AGB Summary Genius Sports has entered a global strategic partnership with Publicis Sports to drive fan engagement through FANHub, Genius Sports’ AI-driven, omnichannel sports advertising platform. The tie-up gives Publicis Sports clients access to live, proprietary data signals and identity capabilities — enabling brands to target […]
