NEXT.io iGaming Digest – 5 February 2025

?? A Super Bowl-related sports event contract has been pulled just days before the game, new deposit limits are set to change how players manage their funds, and a major investment firm is exploring a casino takeover.

Here’s what’s making headlines today:

1. Robinhood Pulls Super Bowl Contracts

Despite initially partnering with Kalshi, Robinhood has withdrawn its Super Bowl event contracts just days before the big game once the CFTC intervened.

2. UK Gambling Commission Sets New Deposit Limit Rules

The UK Gambling Commission has introduced new deposit limits and customer fund transparency rules for licensees. Words from Tim Miller .

3. Texas Governor Confirms Support for Regulated Betting

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has voiced support for regulated sports betting in the state. He acknowledged that many Texans already place wagers through online platforms.

4. Georgia Lawmakers Renew Gambling Push

Georgia lawmakers are making another attempt to legalise gambling. The latest proposals aim to bring sports betting and casino gaming to the state.

Senators Brandon Beach , Billy Hickman, CPA/CFF , Lee Anderson, and Carden Summers introduced the proposed amendment.

5. BlueBet Acquires Australian Betting Operator TopSport

BlueBet has acquired TOPsport . BlueBet is raising A$15m to support the acquisition. Comments from Tristan Merlehan .

6. Blackstone Reportedly Considering Star Acquisition

Private equity giant Blackstone is exploring a potential acquisition of The Star Entertainment Group .

7. Wyoming Committee Fails to Advance Online Gaming Bill

Efforts to legalise online gaming in Wyoming have hit a roadblock after a key committee failed to advance a proposed bill.

8. EvenBet Gaming Looks Ahead to 2025

EvenBet Gaming is gearing up for 2025 with ambitious plans for enhancing user engagement. Check out comments from Dmitry Starostenkov .

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