Goodwood Shocker 97% Favorite Loses
Najidi Storm loses at 1-33 odds, becoming the shortest-priced loser in British racing history. Major sportsbooks report net losses due to unexpected winner Wreck It Ronnie. #Update #Sports
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UK Revisits 2019 Prediction Markets Ban
The UK Financial Conduct Authority is considering easing its 2019 ban on retail prediction markets, following discussions with trading platforms. #Update #Legal FCA
Bitcoin Reclaimed $4.4M After 12 Years
Chris recovers 61 $BTC worth $4.4M after a 12-year legal battle over funds trapped in the 2014 Intersango exchange collapse. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC
Bitcoin Alliance Launches Against Crypto Scams
U.S. and U.K. agencies form a joint alliance to tackle crypto scams costing Americans nearly $10 billion annually, with a disruption event planned in October. #Breaking #Legal
UK Parliament Bans Crypto Donations in Elections
The UK Parliament will address cryptocurrency donations in elections, potentially formalizing a ban as part of the Representation of the People Bill to enhance political financing controls. #Update #Legal
Bitcoin Ethereum ETNs Launch for UK Investors
Hargreaves Lansdown offers nine bitcoin and ether ETNs from Blackrock and others to eligible UK investors, expanding retail crypto access with eligibility checks. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Bitcoin: UK Unveils 240 Crypto Millionaires
The UK reveals 240 crypto millionaires with over £1 million in gains each, totaling £717 million collectively. HMRC’s first report shows £1.38 billion in taxable gains. #Update #Crypto
Crypto Casino Network Crashes 20 Hours
Mystake and sister sites went offline for 20 hours after B2B slot suppliers withdrew games, but crypto payment rails kept them operational. GAMRS links the ~$4.7B Santeda network to UK black-market play. #Update #Crypto
SEC Targets Binance in $5B Crackdown
France warns crypto firms of prosecution under MiCA; Coinbase and Kalshi introduce regulated perpetual futures in the U.S.; Japan pushes for yen stablecoins. #Update #Legal
Premier League Bans Gambling Wolves Relegated
@Midnite becomes Wolves’ front-of-shirt sponsor for 2026/27, replacing DEBET, as Premier League gambling ban looms. Relegation allowed the deal; ends if Wolves return to top flight. #Update #Sports
Bitcoin Sponsorship Risks Flagged by FCA
The UK Financial Conduct Authority warns Premier League clubs against unauthorised crypto sponsorships, citing risks to fans and potential legal liabilities. #Breaking #Legal
Bitcoin Scandal: CJ Ujah in Court
Olympian CJ Ujah and nine others charged in UK court for a $403,500 cryptocurrency fraud scheme; next hearing at Chelmsford Crown Court on July 24. Legal
Bitcoin Bans Russia-Linked Crypto Networks
Britain sanctions 18 crypto exchanges and individuals linked to Russian financial networks, targeting A7 network for military procurement and oil proceeds. #Breaking #Legal @Chainalysis
Bitcoin Bans Premier League Sponsorships
Entain’s general counsel warns six Premier League clubs over unlicensed gambling sponsors, citing cryptocurrency reliance and regulatory concerns. #Update #Legal