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Silicon Valley

Sergey Brin confronted Gavin Newsom at a treehouse party - then launched a political war | Fortune

California

Voter ID is headed for California's November ballot

fromABC7 Los Angeles

US Elections

Voter ID measure qualifies for California's November ballot

California

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

Public health

fromKOMO

California moves toward banning 'predatory' social media for kids under 16

California is advancing a bill to ban social media accounts for children under 16 to combat addiction and mental health issues.

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

California's publicly-funded preschool programs are growing but lack quality measures compared to other states.

Silicon Valley

49 minutes ago

Sergey Brin confronted Gavin Newsom at a treehouse party - then launched a political war | Fortune

California's proposed billionaire tax prompts Sergey Brin to leave the state and fund political opposition against Governor Newsom.

Voter ID is headed for California's November ballot

California ballot measure requires photo ID for in-person voting and a PIN for mail-in ballots, verifying U.S. citizenship of registered voters.

US Elections

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Voter ID measure qualifies for California's November ballot

California will vote on a proposal requiring proof of citizenship and voter ID at polling places in November.

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

California's preschool programs are growing but lack quality measures compared to other states.

Public health

fromKOMO

California moves toward banning 'predatory' social media for kids under 16

California is advancing a bill to ban social media accounts for children under 16 to combat addiction and mental health issues.

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

California's publicly-funded preschool programs are growing but lack quality measures compared to other states.

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#online-sports-betting

America's online gambling addiction is driving young people to bankruptcy court

Online sports betting is leading to significant financial distress among Gen Z and young millennials, resulting in increased bankruptcy filings.

US online sports betting survey shows rising concerns

Online sports betting participation in the U.S. has increased to 27%, with younger men being the most active demographic.

America's online gambling addiction is driving young people to bankruptcy court

Online sports betting is leading to significant financial distress among Gen Z and young millennials, resulting in increased bankruptcy filings.

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US online sports betting survey shows rising concerns

Online sports betting participation in the U.S. has increased to 27%, with younger men being the most active demographic.

Silicon Valley real estate

fromTechCrunch

7 hours ago

To buy this Bay Area home, you'll need Anthropic equity | TechCrunch

A homeowner is offering a 13-acre property in Mill Valley in exchange for equity in Anthropic.

#prediction-markets

8 hours ago

US Elections

Kalshi and Polymarket are racing to ban insider trading. The economist who built the theory behind prediction markets says it's the whole point | Fortune

Poker

Kalshi's fight over sports betting is hurtling towards the Supreme Court-and the future of gambling is at stake | Fortune

fromEngadget

Poker

New York Attorney General sues two prediction markets on illegal gambling allegations

US politics

CFTC prediction markets guidance sparks sports betting debate

fromDefector

Poker

It's Gambling | Defector

Law

Super Bowl host California bans sports betting, but prediction markets found a loophole

US Elections

8 hours ago

Kalshi and Polymarket are racing to ban insider trading. The economist who built the theory behind prediction markets says it's the whole point | Fortune

Prediction markets face increasing scrutiny and restrictions due to insider trading concerns, despite their potential for accurate information dissemination.

Kalshi's fight over sports betting is hurtling towards the Supreme Court-and the future of gambling is at stake | Fortune

Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket face legal challenges over their sports betting operations, which dominate their business despite potential broader applications.

fromEngadget

Poker

New York Attorney General sues two prediction markets on illegal gambling allegations

US politics

CFTC prediction markets guidance sparks sports betting debate

fromDefector

It's Gambling | Defector

Prediction markets like Kalshi function identically to sports gambling despite claiming to be neutral transaction platforms, and Arizona's AG filed criminal charges against Kalshi for operating an illegal gambling operation.

Law

Super Bowl host California bans sports betting, but prediction markets found a loophole

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38 Attorneys General Back Massachusetts Lawsuit Against Kalshi Over Prediction Markets

A coalition of 38 attorneys general supports Massachusetts' lawsuit against Kalshi for alleged unlicensed sports betting activities.

Poker

Capital Bra faces German regulator's illegal gambling fine

California

California cardrooms lawsuits challenges AG Bonta regulations

38 Attorneys General Back Massachusetts Lawsuit Against Kalshi Over Prediction Markets

A coalition of 38 attorneys general supports Massachusetts' lawsuit against Kalshi for alleged unlicensed sports betting activities.

Poker

Capital Bra faces German regulator's illegal gambling fine

California

California cardrooms lawsuits challenges AG Bonta regulations

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Public health

fromwww.theguardian.com

US gambling addiction is out of control' as betting markets boom, policy expert warns

Gambling addiction in the US requires urgent regulation similar to alcohol and tobacco due to its rapid expansion and public health impact.

EU data protection

Malta's Gaming Shield Faces Second EU Legal Setback in a Week

Malta's Bill 55 is incompatible with the EU's Brussels I bis Regulation, impacting the iGaming sector's legal framework.

MoffettNathanson Downgrades DraftKings: Are Prediction Markets Killing the Sports Betting King?

DraftKings received a downgrade to Neutral with a price target cut due to regulatory risks overshadowing valuation concerns.

Canada news

DraftKings targets Alberta amid Canada gambling case

DraftKings plans to launch its sportsbook and casino products in Alberta, pending regulatory approval, marking its second Canadian province after Ontario.

Business

from24/7 Wall St.

MoffettNathanson Downgrades DraftKings: Are Prediction Markets Killing the Sports Betting King?

DraftKings received a downgrade to Neutral with a price target cut due to regulatory risks overshadowing valuation concerns.

Canada news

DraftKings targets Alberta amid Canada gambling case

DraftKings plans to launch its sportsbook and casino products in Alberta, pending regulatory approval, marking its second Canadian province after Ontario.

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fromPadailypost

City wants to hit newspapers with a new fee

The proposal before council would require newspapers to pay an initial $373 fee for each rack. For a newspaper with 25 racks, that would be a $9,325 hit.

NYC parents

LA real estate

fromwww.housingwire.com

California court curbs Coastal Commission on building permits

California Supreme Court ruled against the Coastal Commission's denial of building permits, reinforcing local authority in housing development decisions.

East Bay real estate

fromSan Jose Spotlight

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

Campbell council closes housing development loophole - San Jose Spotlight

Campbell residents partially succeeded in closing a loophole allowing multifamily developments on occupied lots, but existing projects remain approved.

Privacy technologies

fromSan Francisco Bay Times

Act Now to Stop California's Paternalistic and Privacy-Destroying Social Media Ban

A.B. 1709 would ban social media for under-16s and require identity verification for all users, threatening privacy and online anonymity.

Real estate

California Just Changed the Rules on Probate and Medi-Cal - San Francisco Bay Times

Bay Area estate plans need review due to recent legal changes affecting probate and Medi-Cal eligibility.

Canada news

Ontario Liberals Move to Ban iGaming Advertising Four Years After Privatization

Ontario's Stop Harmful Gambling Advertising Act aims to ban online gambling ads to protect public health.

State employees are the latest targets of prediction market insider trading bans

"Getting rich by betting on inside information is corruption, plain and simple," Hochul said in a statement. "Our actions will ensure that public servants work for the people they represent, not their own personal enrichment."

SF politics

Exercise

Contributor: Regulate the 'Enhanced Games' as a medical experiment and a marketing stunt

The Enhanced Games promotes performance-enhancing drug use in sports, requiring athletes to enhance their abilities chemically.

Privacy professionals

fromAdExchanger

Does The New Federal Data Privacy Bill Have A Snowball's Chance Of Passing? | AdExchanger

House Republicans introduced the SECURE Data Act to create a national privacy standard that preempts state laws, targeting large data-handling companies.

LA Clippers

Steve Ballmer blasts Aspiration co-founder Joe Sanberg's bid for leniency ahead of sentencing

Joe Sanberg faces a potential 17-year sentence for defrauding investors, including Steve Ballmer, who lost $60 million and suffered reputational damage.

Games

fromBloomberglaw

Papaya Gaming Found Liable by New York Jury in Skillz Case

Papaya Gaming Ltd. was ordered to pay $1.072 billion in damages for false advertising to Skillz Platform Inc.

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UK news

Unlicensed Operators Set to Overtake UK Regulated Gambling Ad Spend by 2028

Unlicensed operators in the UK gambling sector are projected to exceed 1 billion in ad spend by 2028, while licensed operators will reduce their spend.

fromBusiness Matters

EU data protection

Inside the UK's Online Gambling Industry: Technology, Regulation, and What Businesses Can Learn

The UK online gambling sector thrives despite strict regulations, using compliance as a competitive advantage.

UK news

Unlicensed Operators Set to Overtake UK Regulated Gambling Ad Spend by 2028

Unlicensed operators in the UK gambling sector are projected to exceed 1 billion in ad spend by 2028, while licensed operators will reduce their spend.

EU data protection

fromBusiness Matters

Inside the UK's Online Gambling Industry: Technology, Regulation, and What Businesses Can Learn

The UK online gambling sector thrives despite strict regulations, using compliance as a competitive advantage.

'They're Bleeding Us Dry': Rent Hikes, Evictions in California Mobile Home Parks | KQED

Residents face significant rent increases and feel powerless against management's decisions.

Cannabis

fromThe Oaklandside

Equity cannabis products in Oakland are getting their own special certification

Oakland launches a certification program for cannabis businesses founded by those impacted by the War on Drugs.

Brooklyn

fromPolitics NY

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with NYS Gaming Commission's Division of Gaming Director Thomas Fattorusso

The New York State Gaming Commission oversees a billion-dollar industry that benefits public education and local governments.

Kalshi suspended three political candidates from its platform for insider trading

Kalshi has taken action against three political candidates for insider trading, implementing new rules to prevent such activities.

Kalshi penalizes three US candidates over self-bet election markets

Kalshi identified three political candidates for violating rules against insider trading in political contests.

Kalshi's not having a good time in Ohio

Kalshi was fined $5 million by Ohio for unlicensed sports betting after a court ruled its prediction market bets are considered gambling.

New Jersey Loses Bid to Shut Down Kalshi Sports Contracts After Federal Appeal

A federal appeals court ruled that New Jersey cannot enforce state gambling laws against Kalshi's sports prediction market.

US news

fromEngadget

Kalshi suspended three political candidates from its platform for insider trading

Kalshi has taken action against three political candidates for insider trading, implementing new rules to prevent such activities.

Kalshi penalizes three US candidates over self-bet election markets

Kalshi identified three political candidates for violating rules against insider trading in political contests.

Kalshi's not having a good time in Ohio

Kalshi was fined $5 million by Ohio for unlicensed sports betting after a court ruled its prediction market bets are considered gambling.

Intellectual property law

New Jersey Loses Bid to Shut Down Kalshi Sports Contracts After Federal Appeal

A federal appeals court ruled that New Jersey cannot enforce state gambling laws against Kalshi's sports prediction market.

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Comanche Nation lawsuit revived over Warm Springs Casino

The Comanche Nation can continue its lawsuit against the Fort Sill Apache Tribe regarding the Warm Springs Casino under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.

fromwww.theguardian.com

For billionaires, not boxers': De La Hoya warns over Ali Act overhaul in Senate hearing

When one system controls access, choice becomes theoretical, not real, professional boxer Nico Ali Walsh told lawmakers, framing the stakes of a debate that could dramatically reshape boxing's economic model.

MMA

Google reports gambling ads enforcement surge in 2025

Google intensified enforcement on online gambling ads in 2025, blocking 270.7 million ads for policy violations, reflecting stricter regulations in the sector.

Bet365, Super Group, Skycity Face Coordinated New Zealand High Court Action Over Offshore Gambling

Three High Court proceedings filed against bet365, Super Group, and Skycity over online gambling operations in New Zealand.

Marketing tech

Google reports gambling ads enforcement surge in 2025

Google intensified enforcement on online gambling ads in 2025, blocking 270.7 million ads for policy violations, reflecting stricter regulations in the sector.

Bet365, Super Group, Skycity Face Coordinated New Zealand High Court Action Over Offshore Gambling

Three High Court proceedings filed against bet365, Super Group, and Skycity over online gambling operations in New Zealand.

William Hill Parent Evoke in 225M Bally's Intralot Sale Discussions

Evoke is in takeover talks with Bally's Intralot at 50 pence per share, valuing the company at 225.3 million.

UK news

Evoke takeover talks with Bally's Intralot emerge

Evoke is in talks with Bally's Intralot S.A. for a potential takeover valued at 50 pence per share.

Venture

William Hill Parent Evoke in 225M Bally's Intralot Sale Discussions

Evoke is in takeover talks with Bally's Intralot at 50 pence per share, valuing the company at 225.3 million.

UK news

Evoke takeover talks with Bally's Intralot emerge

Evoke is in talks with Bally's Intralot S.A. for a potential takeover valued at 50 pence per share.

Chicago Cubs

What is a Consensus Line in Sports Betting? - Bleacher Nation

US politics

Billions of tax revenue to be generated if all states legalized betting

fromwww.npr.org

Poker

When legal sports betting surges, so do Americans' financial problems

fromBleacher Nation

9 hours ago

Chicago Cubs

What is a Consensus Line in Sports Betting? - Bleacher Nation

US politics

Billions of tax revenue to be generated if all states legalized betting

fromwww.npr.org

When legal sports betting surges, so do Americans' financial problems

Sports betting leads to financial strain, with increased credit delinquency rates among bettors in states where it is legal.

Poker

Wisconsin lawsuit targets Kalshi, Robinhood and Coinbase over prediction markets

Poker

Gov. Evers signs Wisconsin tribal mobile betting expansion

Poker

Wisconsin lawsuit targets Kalshi, Robinhood and Coinbase over prediction markets

Poker

Gov. Evers signs Wisconsin tribal mobile betting expansion

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fromwww.theguardian.com

Superhighways for child sexual abuse': California lawmakers seek tougher rules for big tech

California lawmakers propose a bill to hold social media companies accountable for child sexual abuse material on their platforms.

Privacy professionals

Caesars sued over 2026 data breach claims

Caesars Entertainment faces a class action lawsuit for failing to protect customer data during a second cyber incident after a previous breach in 2023.

CA marijuana industry facing challenges as 420 comes and goes

The legal market in California, despite being 10 years legal, is still less than 40% of the cannabis consumed in this state so we are still fighting every day against folks that are unregulated, they're untaxed, and we don't know the safety of their products.

Cannabis

SF politics

fromsfist.com

Becerra, Steyer Tie For Democratic Lead In Governor's Race Following Endorsements

Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer are tied for the Democratic lead in the California governor's race after key endorsements.

Business

from24/7 Wall St.

Is Las Vegas Sands Big Macao Push Going to Hurt?

Las Vegas Sands reports Q1 2026 results with a focus on Macao margins and a strategic shift towards premium mass and rolling segments.

Here's how Amazon's price fixing allegedly drove up prices everywhere

California's lawsuit alleges Amazon engaged in price-fixing with companies like Levi's to inflate prices at other retailers.

California says Amazon coerced companies like Walmart and Levi's into illegally raising prices

California accuses Amazon of illegal price fixing and collusion with vendors to raise prices for consumers.

E-Commerce

fromThe Verge

Here's how Amazon's price fixing allegedly drove up prices everywhere

California's lawsuit alleges Amazon engaged in price-fixing with companies like Levi's to inflate prices at other retailers.

California says Amazon coerced companies like Walmart and Levi's into illegally raising prices

California accuses Amazon of illegal price fixing and collusion with vendors to raise prices for consumers.

What is the Sports Gambler's Fallacy? - Bleacher Nation

The gambler's fallacy leads bettors to mistakenly believe past outcomes affect future independent events in sports betting.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The hidden costs of gambling compliance: Why UK operators are spending millions on RegTech - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK Gambling Commission's compliance actions have surged, driving growth in the RegTech sector and highlighting the need for improved compliance among operators.

Effort to hold Uber legally responsible for sexual assaults by drivers heads to ballot

Voters will decide if rideshare companies should be liable for sexual assaults during trips in November.

CA State Senate to vote on slew of insurance reform bills, addressing transparency, non-renewals

California is voting on insurance reform bills aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the insurance market.

Privacy professionals

fromAdExchanger

Think You're Not A Data Broker? California's Delete Act Might Say Otherwise | AdExchanger

California's data broker registration requirements mandate businesses to register and comply with consumer data deletion requests or face significant penalties.

Cannabis

fromAbove the Law

What Happened After A Decade Of Legal Weed In California? - Above the Law

Legislation around marijuana has failed to curb illegal cultivation and has not led to the predicted negative societal impacts.

fromwww.housingwire.com

States' deed theft protection measures tracked by new tool

EquityProtect launched a Scorecard to track deed theft and property title fraud legislation across all states, revealing significant vulnerabilities in property protection.

SF politics

Yocha Dehe blasts Vallejo Council casino approval process

Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation criticized Vallejo leaders for rushing a casino agreement, limiting public input and transparency.

fromGadgets 360

Online Gaming Rules Notified, Will Go Into Effect From May 1

The government has established rules for online gaming regulation, introducing user safety features and a classification system for online games.

#clergy-abuse

California

Tenants in California Mobile Harm Parks Grapple with Rent Hikes and Evictions | KQED

California's first clergy abuse verdict since 2019 may impact ongoing cases against the Diocese of Oakland.

California

Tenants in California Mobile Harm Parks Grapple with Rent Hikes and Evictions | KQED

California's first clergy abuse case verdict since 2019 may impact ongoing litigation against the Diocese of Oakland.

Tenants in California Mobile Harm Parks Grapple with Rent Hikes and Evictions | KQED

California's first clergy abuse verdict since 2019 may impact ongoing cases against the Diocese of Oakland.

Tenants in California Mobile Harm Parks Grapple with Rent Hikes and Evictions | KQED

California's first clergy abuse case verdict since 2019 may impact ongoing litigation against the Diocese of Oakland.

Robinhood faces federal lawsuit over sports prediction contracts

Robinhood faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly operating an illegal sports gambling business through its prediction markets platform.

NY sues prediction markets over running illegal gambling platforms | amNewYork

New York Attorney General Letitia James filed lawsuits against Coinbase and Gemini Titan for operating illegal gambling schemes under state law.

fromPolitics NY

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York State Gaming Commission Chair Brian O'Dwyer

New York's racing and gaming industries generate significant revenue for public services while maintaining strict regulations to mitigate gaming-related issues.

fromwww.amny.com

NY sues prediction markets over running illegal gambling platforms | amNewYork

New York Attorney General Letitia James filed lawsuits against Coinbase and Gemini Titan for operating illegal gambling schemes under state law.

fromPolitics NY

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York State Gaming Commission Chair Brian O'Dwyer

New York's racing and gaming industries generate significant revenue for public services while maintaining strict regulations to mitigate gaming-related issues.

more#new-york

fromCard Player

Lawsuit Claims Online Casino Allowed Underage Gambling - Poker News

He actually cannot stop. He's really addicted to this. This case is an important first step in holding these gambling platforms accountable. Gambling addiction in minors is steadily increasing, and it's not happening by accident.

Poker

Bet365 Launches in Michigan as 17th US State, Eyes Massachusetts Next

Bet365 launched its sportsbook and online casino in Michigan, becoming the 17th U.S. state for the operator's sports betting services.

fromBusiness Matters

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Starting An Online Casino Business In The UK: What Software Do You Actually Need?

Launching an online casino in the UK requires a robust, modular software stack to meet high player expectations and regulatory standards.

The UK online casino market in 2026: Regulation, revenue, and what's driving growth - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The remote casino sector, which is industry jargon for online gaming, is the undisputed heavyweight champion of the market. It quietly overtook traditional sports betting a few years ago and hasn't looked back since.

Poker

#michigan

Poker

bet365 approved for Michigan online launch

Michigan targets 45 illegal offshore gambling sites in crackdown

Michigan officials are taking action against 45 illegal offshore gambling sites targeting players without state approval.

Poker

bet365 approved for Michigan online launch

Michigan targets 45 illegal offshore gambling sites in crackdown

Michigan officials are taking action against 45 illegal offshore gambling sites targeting players without state approval.

Louisiana bill targets online sweepstakes in crackdown

Louisiana lawmakers are advancing legislation to regulate illegal online sweepstakes-style gaming with strict penalties for operators and users.

Arizona gambling case against Kalshi moves forward

Arizona can proceed with its gambling case against Kalshi as a federal judge denies Kalshi's request for an injunction.

California Gaming Assoc. sues over state-proposed restrictions to player-dealer games in card rooms

The California Gaming Association is suing to block new rules that threaten card rooms' operations and revenue.

Washington State Targets Kalshi in Illegal Online Betting Lawsuit

Washington's lawsuit against Kalshi claims its binary event contracts constitute illegal gambling under state law.

Business

AGA reports record 2025 US commercial gaming revenue growth

US commercial gaming revenue reached $78.72 billion in 2025, a 9.2% increase, generating record $18.09 billion in state and local gaming taxes.

California approves stricter cardroom gaming rules

"These regulations are an important step in combating unscrupulous and illegal gaming in California," CNIGA Chairman James Siva said in a statement sent to ReadWrite. "The regulations further clarify that games and practices employed by commercial card rooms are indeed prohibited under California law. Running a business contrary to that law is an illicit business, period. We hope that Department of Justice will now enforce these regulations so California can ensure a well-regulated gaming industry that is safe for consumers."

California

Tribal sportsbooks report surge in betting activity

Tribal casinos are rapidly expanding sports betting operations, with over 10 million wagers placed in 2025, driven by self-service kiosks and live betting technology partnerships.

fromSan Jose Spotlight

State card room crackdown could cost San Jose - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose officials urge California regulators to rescind new card room rules, citing $30 million annual tax revenue loss and severe disruption to city services and employee positions.

New California gambling regulations soon taking effect threaten San Jose card rooms: Here's how

California's new gambling regulations effective April 1 will ban traditional blackjack and restrict player-dealer rotation, threatening card rooms with significant revenue loss and impacting city services funded by casino taxes.

Expert unpacks California's crackdown on blackjack-style games

California's gambling law requires the dealer role to rotate in cardrooms, prohibiting banking games where one player continuously faces all others, a rule now being enforced through new regulations effective April 1.

fromCard Player

California Cardrooms File A Lawsuit To Block New Blackjack Rules - Poker News

Attorney General (Rob) Bonta's regulations threaten to eliminate more than half of California's cardroom jobs and wipe out a critical source of revenue for dozens of cities. These games have operated legally for decades under multiple attorneys general, yet one public official is now moving to shut them down without identifying a single public safety concern or addressing the 1,764 public comments about these regulations.

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