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TikTok News 2026
News about TikTok, kept up to date by the Lustich editorial team.
AI-GENERATED Regulation·
Trade or Bet? TikTok Enforces Strict Advertising Rules for Prediction Markets
TikTok distinguishes between 'trading' and 'betting' in its ad policies. Prediction markets spent nearly $200 million on digital marketing between January and July 2026.
AI-GENERATED Player protection·
TikTok Faces Scrutiny as Safe Gambling Advocacy Triggers Account Bans
While illegal crypto casinos thrive on TikTok, the Better Gaming Show podcast was banned for discussing lottery compliance. Jim Curry highlights the failure of social media algorithms.
AI-GENERATED Regulation·
TikTok Tightens Gambling Rules: Ban on Surprise Sets and High-Value Electronics
Social media giant TikTok is cracking down on gambling-like features. In June 2026, iPhones, iPads, and luxury items were banned from controversial Surprise Sets.
AI-GENERATED Regulation·
Illegal TikTok Lotteries: UKGC Warns Consumers Against Social Media Raffles
The UK Gambling Commission shut down 252 illegal lotteries on social media. Research shows 18-24-year-olds are most likely to encounter these unlicensed games on TikTok.