World News.
Week 24

16.06.2025
🏀🇺🇸 The First AI-Created TV Commercial

The American prediction platform Kalshi has unveiled a unique TV ad entirely generated by artificial intelligence. The script and visuals were developed in just 48 hours with minimal costs. The video highlights the platform’s wide range of markets — from sports to economics and politics. One memorable scene features an alien and a beer, reflecting the slogan: "The world has gone mad — trade on it."

🇸🇪 Sweden Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling on Twitch

The regulator Spelinspektionen has intervened in the promotion of unlicensed gambling operators on Twitch. Popular influencers were advertising casinos without proper licenses, which violates Swedish law. The authority continues to monitor the situation, focusing on protecting minors and young players.

🤝 X Chooses Polymarket Over Kalshi

Platform X has announced a partnership with Polymarket for betting on real-world events. Interestingly, a deal with Kalshi was previously under discussion but did not materialize. Rumors suggest a potential conflict of interest between Musk and Trump may have influenced the decision.

🎰🚫 CEGA Urges Clubs to Drop Unlicensed Gambling Sponsors

The public organization CEGA has called on Everton and Leicester City to end their partnerships with unlicensed gambling operators Stake and BC Game. Leicester has already removed the BC Game logo.