“Tech‑Regulator Shift: Google Brands Sweepstakes Casinos as Gambling & Tightens Advertising Leverage”
A game‑changer in digital gambling oversight: Google has updated its global “Gambling and Games” advertising policy to classify sweepstakes casinos as real gambling products — meaning these previously grey‑area platforms can no longer advertise under “social casino” rules. SBC Americas+2World Casino News+2
The change took effect November 3, 2025, and signals heightened regulatory and tech‑platform risk for operators using dual‑currency or “sweeps‑coin” models. As Google states, sweepstakes casinos “fall outside the scope” of social‑casino certification. World Casino News+1
For strategic growth leaders like you, Big Hamp: if you’re advising operators or managing affiliates, treat this as a red flag. Marketing channels are shifting; sweepstakes models may face further regulatory scrutiny, partner‑network disruptions, and reduced ad‑reach. Adjust acquisition forecasts accordingly.
💥 TRI‑STATE HEAT
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New York: The New York State Gaming Commission has issued a notice to Kalshi accusing the prediction‑market operator of offering illegal betting contracts tied to sports outcomes — demanding a shutdown of certain event‑bet markets. Gothamist
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New Jersey: No verified updates in the last 48 hours on new regulation or revenue metrics for NJ’s wagering market.
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Philadelphia / Pennsylvania: No verified updates in the last 48 hours specific to PA’s casino, lottery or sports‑betting sector beyond status‑quo reporting.
🌍 GLOBAL GAMBLING BUZZ
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Wisconsin Heading Online: State lawmakers have introduced bipartisan legislation to permit online sports betting statewide — moving beyond tribal casinos only and allowing remote play via servers on tribal lands. Spectrum News 1
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Michigan Responds to Insider Betting Scandal: The Michigan Gaming Control Board is enhancing internal‑control mandates for operators after federal indictments revealed prop‑bet and insider wagering ties to major pro‑sports. Michigan.gov+1
🔮 HOROSCOPE HUSTLE (Entertainment only — not financial/strategic advice)
| Sign | Pick 3 | Pick 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Aries | 527 | 4109 |
| Taurus | 839 | 2756 |
| Gemini | 613 | 7284 |
| Cancer | 304 | 9921 |
| Leo | 781 | 6530 |
| Virgo | 458 | 3172 |
| Libra | 166 | 8745 |
| Scorpio | 999 | 4502 |
| Sagittarius | 222 | 6397 |
| Capricorn | 347 | 2089 |
| Aquarius | 902 | 5018 |
| Pisces | 140 | 8346 |
