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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 24 MIN

Ep 730: MLS Gambling Scandal, Georgia Betting Bill Fails & Kalshi Eyes Brazil

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In today's episode of iGaming Daily SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Americas Senior Journalist Tom Nightingale as the duo discuss the latest US gambling legislation, an MLS betting scandal that has seen two players banned for life, the latest developments in prediction markets, and Kalshi’s ambitions to expand globally despite ongoing regulatory battles.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Why two MLS players have reportedly been handed lifetime bans for gambling violations and what it means for sports integrity in the USHow another attempt to legalise sports betting in Georgia collapsed during the 2026 legislative sessionWhy Massachusetts lawmakers are proposing an even tougher tax regime for sports betting operatorsWhat Kalshi’s expansion into Brazil signals for the future of prediction markets globallyWhat recent court rulings in Ohio and Michigan mean for Kalshi and Polymarket’s sports-related ambitions in the USHost: Charlie HornerGuest: Tom NightingaleProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.To see how this approach comes to life, Optimove Connect returns to London on March 11 and 12, 2026. It is the only user conference where marketers from around the world share real-world results of Positionless Marketing driving efficiency and ROI. Register at connect.optimove.com.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Americas Senior Journalist Tom Nightingale as the duo discuss the latest US gambling legislation, an MLS betting scandal that has seen two players banned for life, the latest developments in prediction markets, and Kalshi’s ambitions to expand globally despite ongoing regulatory battles.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Why two MLS players have reportedly been handed lifetime bans for gambling violations and what it means for sports integrity in the USHow another attempt to legalise sports betting in Georgia collapsed during the 2026 legislative sessionWhy Massachusetts lawmakers are proposing an even tougher tax regime for sports betting operatorsWhat Kalshi’s expansion into Brazil signals for the future of prediction markets globallyWhat recent court rulings in Ohio and Michigan mean for Kalshi and Polymarket’s sports-related ambitions in the USHost: Charlie HornerGuest: Tom NightingaleProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.To see how this approach comes to life, Optimove Connect returns to London on March 11 and 12, 2026. It is the only user conference where marketers from around the world share real-world results of Positionless Marketing driving efficiency and ROI. Register at connect.optimove.com.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

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