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Global sports entertainment group DAZN has announced three new appointments to strengthen its executive leadership team and support the company’s next phase of growth. The first appointment is Patrick Delany, who will become DAZN’s Chief Operating Officer. According to the group, Delany will be responsible for DAZN’s day-to-day trading performance, focusing on growing subscriber and... Read more »

South Korean police have arrested a group accused of creating and distributing 153 illegal gambling sites, as well as supplying gambling funds. According to Seoul Economic Daily, the Gyeongnam Provincial Police Agency’s Cyber Investigation Unit said on 15 September that three people, including the representatives of a software development company and a distribution company, had... Read more »

Ahead of a key vote that would either make or break the US Congress’ crypto regulation bill, the CLARITY Act, a bipartisan coalition of 17 attorneys general and the Indian Gaming Association (IGA) has called on senators to reject the current bill. The calls come after President Donald Trump reportedly agreed to provisions in the... Read more »

Global gaming supplier IGT has appointed Adam Chibib as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 November, as the company works to advance its financial and operational transformation. Chibib succeeds Fabio Celadon, who will remain in the CFO role through 31 October, before staying on as an advisor through the end of the year to... Read more »

Land-based casinos that are shifting into the online space have a long way to go in regards to the proper utilization of their data from their physical properties, with a group of industry experts noting, however, such operators have a huge advantage compared to before the smart-table era. The comments were shared during a panel... Read more »

The Chairman and CEO of the Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has announced that the group is planning to launch an official application within the fourth quarter of this year to help online players find legitimate online gaming platforms. Speaking at the opening day of the IAG Academy Summit at the Hilton at Newport World Resorts... Read more »

US President Donald Trump has reportedly agreed to provisions giving state attorneys general a role in enforcing Congress’s cryptocurrency bill, the CLARITY Act, according to three of the bill’s Republican authors. According to the Associated Press, the agreement came ahead of a key Senate vote on the bill Tuesday, with Democratic support needed for the... Read more »

Olympic athletes have criticized a sports prediction market campaign featuring actor Sydney Sweeney, accusing the makers of sexualizing women’s sport. Sweeney’s campaign with the prediction market platform Novig aired last week and featured the actress in various states of undress as she pretended to participate in multiple sports. The advert has prompted criticism from athletes... Read more »

A 53-year-old man has pleaded guilty to running an illegal gambling operation in Missouri that prosecutors said generated more than US$9.36 million. Sunilkumar N. Patel pleaded guilty in federal court to five charges, including wire fraud, operating an illegal gambling business and money laundering. Prosecutors said Patel and his co-conspirators used six businesses to run... Read more »

The inaugural CiG iDEA Summit, presented by Complete iGaming, made a confident debut today at the Hilton Ballroom, Newport World Resorts, opening IAG EXPO 2026 with a full day of regulatory and commercial insight into Asia-Pacific’s expanding igaming sector. Complete iGaming CEO Andrew W Scott welcomed delegates before PAGCOR Assistant Vice President, Remote Operations and... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has defended its revamped regulatory framework amid an accusation by veteran igaming executive Harmen Brenninkmeijer that the country’s “complicated and inconsistent” gaming regulations are preventing major suppliers from entering the market. In a lively clash with PAGCOR’s Assistant Vice President of the Remote Operations and Ancillary Services Department, Jessa Mariz R.... Read more »

Esports and sports content provider BETER has secured Gaming-Related Supplier Registration from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), marking its entry into the Canadian market. The registration allows BETER to supply Ontario-licensed sportsbooks with live streams, real-time data and odds across its exclusive content portfolio, including its ESportsBattle eLeagues, Setka Cup table tennis... Read more »

US-based video game developer of the popular franchises League of Legends and Valorant, Riot Games, has reportedly been in talks with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket to expand its esports sponsorships. According to Bloomberg, people familiar with the discussions said the talks are taking place ahead of the League of Legends World Championships, which... Read more »

Online gaming operator Codere Online has entered into a multi-year partnership with the National Football League (NFL) for Mexico, becoming the league’s Official Betting Partner. Under the deal, Codere Online will also become an Official Partner of Super Bowl LXI and the NFL Mexico Game, as well as the league’s Official Sports Betting Sponsor, according... Read more »

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has published new risk indicators including how money is moved through online gambling platforms and the risk of anonymous transactions across borders. In a recent report, the global financial watchdog, whose ratings of countries’ anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) frameworks have sizeable impacts on nations’ global status and... Read more »

Online gaming operator BetMGM has entered into a multi-year partnership with NFL team the Minnesota Vikings, becoming its official sports betting and online casino partner in Canada. Under the agreement, BetMGM will be able to use Vikings branding across its platforms and in its marketing activities. The operator will also release a Vikings-themed casino game,... Read more »

Moody’s Ratings has flagged an anticipated 20% year-on-year decline in the 2026 Adjusted EBITDA of leading Philippines online gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp but expects earnings to recover back to prior levels over the next two years. The forecast by the ratings agency formed part of a Thursday note in which it assigned DigiPlus a... Read more »

Top Philippines online casino platform Casino Plus has announced what it’s termed the largest verified jackpot in the nation’s online slot machine history, topping out at PHP122.5 million. The group held the check presentation this week at LaVie Resort & Casino to the lucky winner, who attended but took precautions to protect their identity. Present... Read more »

Prediction market and trading platform Robinhood has agreed to stop offering sports event contracts to customers in Michigan, following an agreement with the state’s gambling regulator, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). Under the court-approved agreement, Robinhood will stop accepting new positions in sports event contracts in the state, and any existing customer positions must... Read more »

Play’n GO has signed a new US operator partnership with Ember Entertainment, Delaware North’s rebranded interactive gaming division, launching its slot portfolio on Ember Casino in West Virginia. Further rollouts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey are planned in the coming months. West Virginia marks Ember Casino’s second market after its June debut in New Jersey... Read more »

The inaugural CiG iDEA Summit will dig into two of Asia-Pacific gaming’s most pressing questions – how to enter the Philippines, why the Philippines at all – in a dedicated session at Newport World Resorts on Monday 14 September. Running from 10:30 to 11:15am and sponsored by QTech Games, the panel will be moderated by... Read more »

Playtech has announced a significant increase in both revenue and profit for the first six months of the year, with revenue hitting €425.1 million, up 10% yearly, while adjusted EBITDA climbed 77% to €162.5 million. Adjusted post-tax profit rose 472% yearly to €95.0 million, while reported post-tax profit reached €98.1 million, reversing a €78.1 million... Read more »

A US federal judge has ruled that Utah’s anti-gambling laws apply to the prediction market operator’s sports betting contracts, even as the platform appeals a lower court ruling. According to Utah Politics, a two-judge panel rejected Kalshi’s request for an injunction that would have stopped the state from taking enforcement action during the appeal. The... Read more »

Following a cease-and-desist letter sent in June last year, online sweepstakes casino operator VGW Holdings has been forced to pay New York regulators a fine totaling US$8 million, including penalties. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that she had secured the US$8 million in a statement released on Wednesday. VGW was accused of offering... Read more »

Game developer Zitro has been awarded a Gaming-Related Vendor License from the UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), allowing the supplier to provide its gaming products to licensed gambling operators in the country. This approval adds another regulated market to Zitro’s international expansion, with the Luxembourg-based developer recently expanding across Latin America and launching... Read more »

Global gaming group bet365 has continued its expansion in the US regulated market after partnering with management company Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) to launch its online sportsbook in Washington, D.C. Under the agreement, D.C. bettors will now have access to bet365’s extensive betting markets that cover more than 100 sports and also feature live... Read more »

Philippines gaming platform provider PhilWeb Corp says a cross-investment deal entered into this week with local Philippine B2B technology, platform and digital infrastructure company JKS Tech Solutions Inc is seen as “complementary” to its existing gaming ecosystem and an important part of its strategic investment initiatives. The company first announced the investment deal on Monday,... Read more »

The “channelization” of players from the black market into the regulated sphere should be a primary goal of any government offering or looking to introduce a regulated gaming sphere, while the success of the regulatory system should at least be partly judged on the extent to which it achieves this channelization goal, according to a... Read more »

Complete iGaming (CiG) has announced the Official Sponsors of the inaugural CiG iDEA Summit, taking place on Monday 14 September 2026 at the Hilton Ballroom, Newport World Resorts as part of IAG EXPO. The IAG EXPO series of events, which also include networking reception Manila After Dark, the IAG Academy Summit, the IAG Academy IR... Read more »

Norwegian company Intro recently confirmed a board and investor line-up from across igaming, sports media and Nordic banking, ahead of opening its professional network more widely this autumn on an invite-only basis. The appointments are: “With 26 investors across 11 countries, Intro is backed by an incredibly strong network across igaming and the Nordic investor... Read more »

Complete iGaming sister publication Inside Asian Gaming is pleased to announce the launch of the IAG EXPO WhatsApp Channel, designed to keep all participants informed with real‑time updates throughout the event. Running across the first three days of IAG EXPO – from 14 to 16 September at Manila’s Newport World Resorts – the channel will... Read more »

Digital marketing and acquisition group Pennsylvania-based Media Troopers, a d, has positioned its MediaCruiser platform as a tool for operators looking to capitalize on the NFL season, which kicks off 9 September with reigning Super Bowl champions the Seattle Seahawks facing the New England Patriots. MediaCruiser gives operators access to Media Troopers’ affiliate network, along... Read more »

DraftKings has partnered with compliance consultancy IC360 to use its compliance and integrity technology across its sportsbook and prediction market platforms. As part of the deal, DraftKings will have access to IC360’s suite of compliance and anti-harassment technology, including ProhiBet, ProhiTrade, ProhiBet Bad Actors (BA), and its Integrity Monitoring dashboard. Through IC360’s integrity monitoring dashboard,... Read more »

Table tennis has become an unusually large part of Colorado’s sports betting market, with the state’s gambling regulator, the Colorado Division of Gaming, finding that bettors wagered US$346 million on the sport last fiscal year. This is equivalent to almost US$1 million every day. According to CPR News, the popularity is partly driven by the... Read more »

Swedish-based igaming studio has expanded its presence worldwide after entering into a global distribution agreement with igaming supplier Playtech. The deal is expected to go live later in 2026 and will see Gaming Corps’ portfolio distributed through Playtech’s online network of operators, including casino slots, table games, Plinko titles, Instant Blitz, and its Smash4Cash series.... Read more »

Legal betting on the 2026 NFL season through sportsbooks is expected to remain flat compared to last year, according to the American Gaming Association (AGA), warning of the impact of “backdoor sports betting” on prediction markets. In a recent release, the AGA indicated that Americans are estimated to wager US$29.5 billion on the NFL season... Read more »

Online gaming supplier Games Global has expanded its presence in the North American regulated market following its launch in Alberta. Games Global secured a supplier license from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), with its popular slot franchises Gold Blitz, 12 Masks of Fire, and Fishin’ Pots of Gold being made available to Alberta... Read more »

NBA star LeBron James is set to partner with prediction market platform Polymarket following the expiration of his endorsement deal with gambling operator DraftKings earlier this year. James announced the partnership on social media on 5 September, posting a short video from a fictional Polymarket headquarters on X. The post received almost 10 million views... Read more »

Caesars Sportsbook has asked a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the Cayuga Nation of New York over mobile sports bets allegedly accepted from within its reservation in the state. The Cayuga Nation filed the federal lawsuit in the US District Court for the Northern District of New York in June, claiming Caesars... Read more »

Cambodia’s government is further cracking down on online gaming in the country, aiming to prohibit live-dealer streaming from October. According to the Khmer Times, Interior Minister Sar Sokha made the announcement over the weekend, saying the suspension is based on a decision by Prime Minister Hun Manet. The official noted that investigations had found some... Read more »

Blockchain solution group Ripple, which operates cryptocurrency token XRP, is moving further into the college football space, signing a multi-year agreement with Florida Athletics ahead of the 2026 Florida football season. The agreement includes the XRP logo “prominently featured on the field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.” The move comes after an early July announcement... Read more »

The Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission has issued a US$20,000 fine to Fanatics after the brand sent promotional messages to a customer who had enrolled in Colorado’s self-exclusion program. The fine was issued during the Commission’s monthly meeting, following an agreement between Fanatics and the Colorado Division of Gaming over the violation. The customer signed... Read more »

The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has imposed penalties on two government gaming corporations amounting to a total of CA$631,538.50 for breaching anti-money laundering (AML) rules. The fines are reportedly linked to the Atlantic Lottery Corporation’s online gaming operations. FINTRAC imposed a CA$399,712 administrative monetary penalty on New Brunswick Lotteries and... Read more »

Prediction market operator Kalshi has removed markets related to athlete injury and return timelines from its platform, following a request from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). So far in 2026, Kalshi has offered multiple markets based on when athletes such as Luka Dončić, Anthony Edwards and Malik Nabers would next play, which facilitated hundreds... Read more »

The Chairman of the Indian Gaming Association highlighted the group’s efforts to “protect Indian gaming at its core,” while also warning that prediction markets “should concern every Tribal gaming regulator in this country.” Gathered together at the National Tribal Gaming Commissioners & Regulators Conference – running from 1 to 3 September in Minnesota – IGA... Read more »

Lottery operator Scientific Games is seeing strong feedback from its Scratch Connect product, which moves players from a scratch-off lottery ticket to a mobile digital game. The group announced on Thursday that the Ohio Lottery’s first Scratch Connect game saw nearly 570,000 Ohio players (as of 22 August) scan their US$5 Bonus Cash Wheel retail... Read more »

Aristocrat Interactive on Thursday introduced the expansion of its Lightning Link slot brand with the title Tiki Fire to the igaming platforms. “When we launched Lightning Link in July, we conducted a full-scale network rollout in all regulated Canadian provinces and US states, supported by the industry’s largest operators,” Aristocrat Interactive CEO Dylan Slaney said... Read more »

Taiwan’s sports betting operator, the Taiwan Sports Lottery, took NT$8.93 billion in bets during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with online wagers overtaking in-person bets. Speaking at an awards ceremony for lottery retailers, the President of Taiwan Sports Lottery, Ted Lin, said the shift toward online betting marked the first time digital wagering had overtaken... Read more »

Betting operator Fanatics has launched an app that combines its sportsbook, online casino and event contracts products in one place. Called Fanatics Sports & Casino, the app brings together Fanatics Sportsbook, Fanatics Casino and Fanatics Markets. According to Fanatics, the three products are all connected to the same rewards and loyalty system, Fanatics ONE, through... Read more »

New Jersey has requested that the US Supreme Court determine whether states can regulate sports betting offered through prediction market platforms such as Kalshi. The petition, a 332-page filing submitted by New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, asks the Supreme Court to overturn an April 2026 ruling from the US Third Circuit Court of Appeals.... Read more »

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) has again warned that the jurisdiction’s high betting duties and limit on sports betting options is leaving room for illegal operators to rule the local market. The group included the advice in its results release on Wednesday, where it highlighted a 3.6% increase in revenue, to HK$50.8 billion for... Read more »

Italian sports betting and online gaming giant Lottomatica is acquiring its Spanish rival CIRSA for some €2.8 billion, creating the world’s second-largest listed gaming and sports betting firm. The deal is backed by CIRSA’s main shareholder Blackstone, who will be the largest investor in the joint group, with a 24% stake. Lottomatica shareholders will retain... Read more »

Games developer Pragmatic Play is partnering with actor and comedian Kevin Hart for a live casino event on 6 and 7 November. According to a company release, the actor will “step onto the live casino studio floor to host some of Pragmatic Play’s fan favorite titles.” Speaking of the collaboration, Hart noted, “When the opportunity... Read more »

BetMGM has launched a new campaign in anticipation of football season, marking the next chapter in its “Make It Legendary” platform, collaborating with EMMY and Golden Globe Award-winning actor Jon Hamm. The move accelerates the group’s move to bring together “sports betting, igaming, rewards, entertainment and fandom in one destination.” Speaking of the release, BetMGM... Read more »

Sports betting technology supplier Kambi has announced a brand refresh, aimed at reflecting its “ambition to shape the next generation of sports betting through AI, network intelligence and more dynamic betting experiences.” The group has labelled the new identity “Powerful Network. Proven Edge.” Kambi highlights how “the industry is entering a period of major change,”... Read more »

Hacksaw Games is expanding its presence in Latin America, with a new partnership with Caliente.mx, Mexico’s leading online gaming operator. According to a release on Wednesday, the partnership is “an important step” in its expansion in the region, with Caliente.mx having an estimated 80% of online gaming market share in the country. Under the agreement,... Read more »

Australia’s recently passed gambling laws, the Interactive Gambling Amendment (Gambling Reform) Act 2026, will prohibit foreign-matched lotteries and online keno from 1 January, 2027, bringing both products under tighter restrictions. The changes form part of a wider revamp of Australia’s gambling rules, with the government also introducing measures targeting online gambling. The reforms include stricter... Read more »

Lawyers for prediction market platform Kalshi have sent a letter to the Washington State Gambling Commission and the state attorney general’s office, accusing both of “selective non-enforcement” when it comes to targeting prediction markets aside from Kalshi. The letter, sent last Friday and obtained first by The Spokesman-Review, argues that Washington is treating Kalshi differently... Read more »

Canada’s provincial lottery corporations are seeking stricter controls on prediction markets, arguing that some event contracts available through investment platforms resemble betting and should be subject to additional safeguards. This comes after last week the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) clarified in a joint statement that contracts based on... Read more »

Representatives from 20 Oklahoma tribal nations expressed concern over the growth of prediction markets at a quarterly meeting of the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, lobbying for the contract issuers to abide by gaming laws. According to Kosu, Matthew Morgan, Chairman of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association, said prediction market platforms like Kalshi could challenge... Read more »

Investment company 1789 Capital, in which Donald Trump Jr. is a partner, is expected to lead a US$1 billion funding round for prediction market platform Polymarket, which would see the operator’s valuation top US$21 billion. According to the Wall Street Journal, sources familiar with the matter said that Trump Jr.’s venture firm would invest US$300... Read more »

Philippine Representative Karen Hope Garcia is pushing for legislation that would prohibit the advertisement and promotion of online gambling across the country, citing problem gambling. House Bill No. 10982, also referred to as the Online Gambling Advertising Prohibition Act of 2026, would ban online gambling marketing across social media platforms, mobile applications, websites, TV, radio,... Read more »

Prediction market platform Kalshi has permanently banned former US Representative George Santos – its first-ever lifetime ban, imposing a US$71,356 penalty after its Compliance Department found reasonable cause to believe he engaged in insider trading tied to his own attendance at the 2026 State of the Union address. Kalshi said its Compliance Department established that... Read more »

Complete iGaming and its sister company Inside Asian Gaming have issued a reminder to prospective attendees of the 2026 IAG EXPO at Newport World Resorts from 14 to 17 September that everyone who registers as a trade visitor or delegate at this year’s event will be upgraded to a three-day Summit delegate pass, completely free of charge. ... Read more »

An 11.8% hold percentage helped sportsbooks in Missouri in July, as they grossed US$29 million on handle of US$247 million. Sports wagering in the Show-Me State went live on 1 December. DraftKings gained handle share, partly at the expense of FanDuel. DraftKings’ share of handle grew from 40% to 44%, while that of FanDuel dwindled... Read more »

Prediction market operator Kalshi has been was reined in, after a federal appeals court in Nevada refused to allow it to resume trading sports and election contracts in the state without a gambling license. A panel of judges from the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Kalshi had not made a persuasive case... Read more »

English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur announced a three-year deal with digital sports betting and online gaming operator VSbet, naming the company its Official Regional Betting Partner in Asia. The agreement will see the two companies collaborate on marketing campaigns, digital content and fan engagement initiatives across the region. VSbet was founded in 2012 as... Read more »

A “near-term positive” has come for DraftKings and for FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment, according to J.P. Morgan analyst Daniel Politzer. In a 28 August investor note Politzer highlighted how shares of both had shot up on the heels of a favorable ruling from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The appellate court ruled 3-0 that... Read more »

A subsidiary of Hong Kong-listed International Entertainment Corp (IEC) linked to the group’s LaVie Resort & Casino in Manila says it is ready to launch a new online gaming platform in the Philippines after receiving all required licenses from gaming regulator PAGCOR. IEC said that New Coast Leisure Inc (NCLI) would launch the platform “in... Read more »

Inside Asian Gaming and its sister brand Complete iGaming (CiG) are pleased to announce the full program for the inaugural CiG iDEA Summit, a new high-level B2B forum examining the rapidly evolving online gaming landscape across Asia-Pacific, with a particular focus on the Philippines. The one-day summit will take place on Monday 14 September 2026 at Hilton Manila,... Read more »

Two 27 August revelations could provide a pair of tailwinds for Sportradar, Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz expressed in an investor note the same day. The first boost came in the form of a disclosure that Polymarket had expanded its ties with Sportradar. The latter is to provide marketing services, odds, data and visualization... Read more »

Sports technology company Sportradar has expanded its partnership with prediction market platform Polymarket to cover over 20 global sports leagues and competitions spanning around 300,000 matches per year. The expanded agreement will provide Polymarket with Sportradar’s sports data, live streaming, and integrity services across competitions like Germany’s Bundesliga, Euroleague Basketball, the Chinese Basketball Association, Australia’s... Read more »

Global gaming group Allwyn has reported a 27% yearly increase in net revenue in 2Q26, to €1.25 billion, with growth supported by its acquisition of US daily fantasy sports (DFS) platform PrizePicks. Allwyn’s adjusted EBITDA also increased 29%, rising from €355 million last year to €458 million in 2Q26, while its adjusted EBITDA margin expanded from... Read more »

Global online gaming operator bet365 has expanded its presence in the United States after entering West Virginia, marking the 18th US state in which it operates. The group will launch both its online casino and sportsbook in the state. According to bet365, players in the state will be able to access a range of its... Read more »

Canadian regulators have published a joint notice rejecting sports prediction markets, indicating that they don’t consider them to qualify as securities or derivatives. The letter was issued by the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). The CSA is the umbrella organization for Canada’s provincial and territorial securities regulators, while CIRO... Read more »

The National Football League (NFL) has announced three commercial agreements with sports betting operators ahead of the 2026 season, re-signing with partners DraftKings and FanDuel and expanding a relationship with Fanatics Betting and Gaming. The news of the Fanatics deal broke earlier this month, with an official NFL release on 27 August noting that the... Read more »

Online gaming platform provider PhilWeb Corporation has appointed Philippine businessman Lance Gokongwei as its new Chairman of the Board of Directors, replacing Crisanto Roy B. Alcid. The move comes just a month after Gokongwei joined as a director of the company, following a PHP2 billion investment into PhilWeb. The investment followed an ownership transfer early... Read more »

Canadian igaming and sportsbook operator ToonieBet has signed an agreement with professional Canadian Football League (CFL) team the Ottawa Redblacks to become the team’s exclusive sportsbook partner. The deal will give ToonieBet branding across Redblacks player jerseys, TV and LED displays at the team’s stadium TD Place and integration in the team’s social media channels.... Read more »

iGaming Ontario has reported that total cash wagers for July reached CA$9.9 billion, the highest recorded figure since the legalization of Ontario’s online gambling market in 2022, representing a yearly increase of 30.7%. Total non-adjusted gross gaming revenue (NAGGR) also increased year-on-year, up 33.1% to CA$414 million, the second-highest recorded figure since December 2025’s peak... Read more »

Connecticut has filed a lawsuit against prediction market operator Kalshi, seeking a court injunction to prevent the platform from offering what state officials describe as unlicensed sports betting, according to a press release. The lawsuit was announced by Attorney General William Tong, Governor Ned Lamont, and Department of Consumer Protection Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli. The state... Read more »

A veteran tribal-gaming attorney has strongly criticized the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for directing Kalshi to defy a state court order, questioning the lawfulness of the move. The CFTC invoked emergency authority on 11 August, ordering Kalshi to keep trading in New York after the company flagged a market emergency following New York Attorney... Read more »

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has cancelled its boycott of FIFA competitions, after negotiations with the group resulted in guarantees that the body would no longer try and essentially sell stakes in the World Cup to private entities. At the end of July, FIFA announced that the plan to raise up to US$4.2... Read more »

Australia-based sports betting operator PointsBet has taken aim at the government’s wagering advertising reforms, warning that further restrictions risk handing the market advantage to illegal offshore operators. The reforms will also make the operating model for licensed operators “more complicated and more expensive,” according to comments from PointsBet Group CEO Andrew Catterall at the company’s... Read more »

The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has reportedly flagged 4,858 gambling ads in the year since India’s Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act (PROGA) came into force. Of that number, almost 97% were found on digital platforms, according to the ASCI. PROGA received presidential approval on 22 August of last year, while the... Read more »

New Zealand-based casino and igaming operator SkyCity Entertainment Group has rejected two takeover proposals, after its board determined the offers didn’t adequately reflect the company’s value. In a statement released on Tuesday, SkyCity said one proposal came from a special situations fund managed by investment management firm Oaktree Capital Management, which offered NZ$0.70 in cash... Read more »

Financial services holding company Mizuho has said that the ongoing legal action against prediction markets in the US could influence gambling operator DraftKings’ share price, with a potential Supreme Court review emerging as a key factor in the company’s future performance. DraftKings’ shares have fallen 27% this year, with Mizuho citing concerns over competition from... Read more »

Australian gaming group Tabcorp has announced a 10.3% increase in group EBITDA for its financial year ended 30 June, totaling AU$431.7 million. In results released on Wednesday, the group also noted a 43.6% yearly increase in net profit after tax (NPAT), totaling AU$71.1 million. Group revenue for the 12-month period rose by just 0.8% yearly... Read more »

Alberta’s largest land-based casino operator and newly licensed online gaming group Pure Casino has joined the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), reinforcing its commitment to betting integrity after Alberta launched its regulated igaming market in July. Pure Casino currently operates seven casino properties across Alberta, after the June acquisition of Gamehost Inc. The group says... Read more »

UK-based igaming and sportsbook operator Midnite is expanding beyond the UK and Ireland into Canada, appointing former FanDuel Canada executive Dale Tang as General Manager. The group notes that Tang is going to lead Midnite’s Canada market strategy and oversee its plans to launch the brand in regulated Canadian markets. Currently only Ontario and Alberta... Read more »

Sports betting data provider BETER has secured regulatory approval to supply its exclusive content to sports betting operators in Virginia, bringing its US presence to 10 states. The operator’s vendor registration license from the state’s gambling regulator, the Virginia Lottery, enables BETER to provide operators with live streams and real-time betting data from its Setka... Read more »

Kalshi has silently entered into sponsorship deals with Major League Baseball teams the Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox. Although not publicly announced, the partnerships come at a time when Kalshi sees heavy opposition in the states where the teams are based. Sportico was the first to report the news, adding that the lack... Read more »

Industry trade and lobbying group the Coalition for Prediction Markets has increased its spending on both state and federal lobbying on behalf of prediction market operators. The coalition – which represents prediction market platforms like Coinbase, Crypto.com, Kalshi, Robinhood and Underdog – spent US$50,000 on California lobbying between April and July this year, according to... Read more »

The Philippines’ gaming regulator PAGCOR is launching an application to steer online gaming players toward licensed platforms. PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco told the House Committee on Appropriations that the app, set to launch before the end of this year, aims to strengthen player protection as illegal online gaming platforms continue to proliferate.... Read more »

In a special article, CiG’s expert contributor Tonet Quiogue outlines the repercussions of gambling advertising bans, the methods being deployed to avoid gambling harm in the Philippines and what the data show about how regulatory efforts have been effective in managing the balancing act of active industry and public safeguards. Market data, the experience of... Read more »

Complete iGaming (CiG) is pleased to announce Jessa Mariz R. Fernandez – Assistant Vice President of the Remote Operations and Ancillary Services Department and the Electronic Gaming Licensing Department for Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR – as Keynote Speaker for the CiG iDEA Summit, taking place at Hilton Manila, Newport World Resorts on Monday 14 September... Read more »

Gambling operator FanDuel has rejected calls to shut down its VIP program after three members of the US Congress requested details about the scheme’s operation and its connection to a promotional video featuring Philadelphia Phillies player Bryce Harper. Alongside contacting the MLB and the MLB Players Association (MLBPA) for information on the league’s rules around... Read more »

The Philippines’ gaming regulator has fined an igaming company PHP1 million over an unauthorized mobile phone giveaway by top influencer Ivana Alawi, as well as ordering the group to stop the promotion. According to the Inquirer, PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro H. Tengco on Monday stated that the company involved could face stricter penalties or even the... Read more »

Two ballot measures aimed at regulating and legalizing online sports betting in Nebraska have secured a place on the state’s November election ballot. According to the Nebraska Examiner, the Nebraska Secretary of State’s Office confirmed that the two petitions, backed by Tax Relief Nebraska, had secured enough valid signatures to proceed to the 3 November... Read more »

Gaming technology group Evolution has urged shareholders to not accept a cash offer of about SEK131.7 billion, after investment group Candle Lake – led by billionaire Kenneth Dart – increased its holdings in the company sufficiently to make the takeover bid mandatory. In a Monday note, Evolution noted that Candle Lake had crossed the 30%... Read more »

German football team FC Bayern Munich has entered into a three-year deal with Asian igaming group Mega Casino World (MCW), becoming its Official Regional Partner across multiple regulated markets in Asia. Under the partnership, MCW will propel Bayern to its Asian fans across South, Southeast, Central and East Asia. According to Bayern, the partnership allows... Read more »

The Philippines’ leading igaming operator DigiPlus has announced the launch of ArenaSocial Arcade, a new game suite within its social gaming platform ArenaSocial. In a Monday release, the company notes that the release “marks another step in DigiPlus’ long-term evolution beyond its traditional gaming portfolio toward becoming a broader, technology-enabled entertainment company.” ArenaSocial was launched... Read more »

Over 67,000 individuals have registered with Australia’s national BetStop self-exclusion scheme since its launch in August 2023. According to The Straight, a total of 41,290 exclusions remained active at the end of July this year. Figures from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) showed that over six in 10 people who have used BetStop... Read more »

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against several online sweepstakes casino operators, arguing that their platforms are running unlawful online gambling operations under state law. Two lawsuits filed in Hillsborough County Circuit Court target online sweepstakes casino operators like Stake and VGW, which run sweepstakes platforms Chumba Casino, LuckyLand, and Global Poker.... Read more »

Casino game provider Booming Games has been handed a CA$70,000 penalty by Ontario’s gambling regulator, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), after a banned auto-play feature was made available to players in Ontario and enabled across several games for a period of months. The AGCO found that Booming Games had fallen short of... Read more »

A moratorium on applications for new online gaming operators in the Philippines and a changed fee structure is causing consolidation in the market, with many owners considering the sale of their businesses. But Philippine legal gaming experts Arden Consult warn that PAGCOR-accredited gaming companies might not be as attractive to outside investors as they may... Read more »

BetMGM has announced that live dealer casino games streamed from Las Vegas are now available in Canada’s second online regulated market Alberta. The operator notes that players at BetMGM Casino Alberta can now access real-time blackjack, roulette and baccarat, hosted by professional dealers and broadcast from MGM Resorts International’s venues in Las Vegas. Speaking of... Read more »

The Chairman of CME Group, the world’s largest futures exchange by volume, exchanged heated comments with the co-founder of prediction market operator Kalshi, criticizing possible market manipulation and alleging differing applications of regulations. The exchange took place during a Thursday Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) meeting in Washington D.C. The Innovation Advisory Committee meeting gathered... Read more »

A new report from Gaming Compliance International (GCI) claims that there were some 174.3 billion illegal stream views of the 2026 FIFA World Cup worldwide, with 95% carrying advertising for unregulated gambling. This figure covers illegal stream views that lasted 90 seconds or more and doesn’t represent the number of individual viewers. GCI calculated an... Read more »

Several Australian gambling companies are among the group of operators seeking entry into New Zealand’s upcoming regulated online casino market. Perth-based online gaming company Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), founded by Australian entrepreneur Laurence Escalante, is understood to have considered applying for one of the 15 available online casino licenses in New Zealand. According to The... Read more »

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released new rule changes regarding crypto assets, providing what it describes as a “clear” regulatory framework that will enable easier development of crypto markets. The new rules, which the SEC named “Regulation Crypto Assets,” are the first changes since the SEC issued its interpretation of how federal... Read more »

The Philippines’ Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is going after a former Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) for tax evasion, pursuing PHP2.23 billion in alleged unpaid dues. According to the Manila Bulletin, BIR Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza indicated that the tax department had lodged a criminal complaint with the Department of Justice early this... Read more »

Turning adversity into opportunity, Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz described recent weakness in Rush Street Interactive as a good chance to accumulate the stock. He reiterated a US$39 per share price target for RSI in a 19 August investor note. The shares were trading at US$24.55 apiece at the time. Katz contrasted “outsized growth”... Read more »

Online sports betting win and handle soared by double digits in Michigan in July, state results reported by J.P. Morgan analysts on 18 August show. Revenue was US$44 million, a 26% leap from July 2025. Handle grew 25% to US$361 million. Igaming venues grossed US$303 million, a 21% jump. Dramatic gains in revenue were made... Read more »

Two petitions to legalize online sports betting in Nebraska have faced fraud concerns over potentially fake signatures, despite Tax Relief Nebraska – the organization behind the petitions – saying it remained confident the matter would reach the November ballot. The two petitions were filed earlier in January and were approved by the Nebraska Secretary of... Read more »

Sports betting operator Fanatics has signed a deal with the NFL to become its official sportsbook ahead of the new season, following the expiration of multi-year partnerships the league held with other operators. Sports Business Journal senior writer Bill King was the first to break the news, adding that an official announcement between Fanatics and... Read more »

Shareholders in Evoke have approved a proposed all-share acquisition by Bally’s Intralot, according to a press release from the company. The deal received overwhelming support at both shareholder meetings, as at the Court Meeting 99.91% of votes cast (or 30 shareholders), representing over 268.2 million shares, supported the scheme. In total, supporters covered 59.55% of... Read more »

The gaming watchdog in Australia’s state of Victoria has laid out its strategy for the next three years, with a specific focus on “online products, promotions and payment options.” That’s according to the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) CEO Suzy Neilan, who indicated that the efforts were reflecting increasingly sophisticated technology to attract... Read more »

BetMGM has announced the launch of new jackpots in the US state of Michigan, as its Vice President of Gaming notes that “igaming continues to be the growth engine of our business.” According to a Tuesday release, the company is not only launching the new jackpot product but plans to “expand SideBet Jackpots into additional... Read more »

The Responsible Online Gaming Association on Tuesday released its Marketing and Advertising Code, representing a commitment by ROGA’s members to uphold a set of consistent marketing standards that advance consumer protection. The voluntary code has been adopted by every ROGA member and establishes a benchmark for how the regulated igaming industry should communicate with its... Read more »

A recent poll from analytics and advisory company Gallup found that fewer US adults are partaking in gambling than a decade ago, with 45% of adults reporting to have gambled in the last year compared to 64% in 2016. In comparison, Gallup’s earlier studies, dating back to 2003, generally found that approximately two-thirds of adults... Read more »

Prediction market platform Polymarket has faced another setback after being blocked by South Korea’s media regulator, the Korea Media and Communications Standards Commission (KMCSC), for alleged illegal gambling. The decision was made on 18 August, following a review led by the KMCSC Communications Deliberation Subcommittee. The review was brought to light earlier in May, after... Read more »

FanDuel has renewed its partnership with data compliance firm GeoComply in a multi-year deal covering identity verification, geolocation services and fraud prevention. The deal extends a long-standing partnership that dates to 2013, during which FanDuel has expanded from its 2018 online gambling launch in New Jersey to now operating in over two dozen US states.... Read more »

Philippine online gaming giant DigiPlus has appointed global CEO advisory firm Teneo as its strategic advisor, as the company continues to pursue growth opportunities beyond its home market. In a statement, DigiPlus said Teneo will provide “global perspective and senior counsel” to help it “navigate complex business environments, assess emerging opportunities and risks and make... Read more »

The UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market, establishing a formal framework for regulatory cooperation and information exchange between the two. In a joint release, the agencies said the pact supports coordinated supervision of regulated entities while... Read more »

Australia is planning to introduce a Wagering Advertising Opt-out Register allowing individuals to choose to not receive wagering ads from online sportsbooks, under a new bill funded via a levy imposed on wagering service providers. Details of the Interactive Gambling (Cost Recovery Levy) Bill 2026 were introduced to parliament on Monday, aimed at finding a... Read more »

US President Donald Trump is anticipated to meet senior figures from the cryptocurrency, prediction market, and AI industries at the White House on Wednesday, according to individuals familiar with the plans. According to CoinDesk, the meeting will bring together members of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) Innovation Advisory Committee, and it will take place... Read more »

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) said in a Friday filing in Carson City that prediction market platform Kalshi had failed to comply with a court order to stop offering certain event contracts in the state. Kalshi responded by accusing state investigators of breaking federal law. First reported by Reuters, the NGCB claimed that Kalshi... Read more »

Sports prediction market operator Novig has filed a federal lawsuit against Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul and state gaming administrator John Dillett in an effort to prevent enforcement action over its sports-related events contracts. Following the platform’s recent launch in Wisconsin, Novig’s exchange subsidiary, Ludlow Exchange LLC, filed a 45-page complaint on Friday in the... Read more »

The Philippine National Police has reaffirmed its crackdown on former Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), with increased surveillance on underground POGOs and scam hubs across the country. PNP Chief General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. noted that “Our personnel are on the lookout for clandestine POGO hubs that may have re-emerged despite the ban on POGO... Read more »

A Philippine Senator is pushing for a comprehensive ban on gambling advertisements across all media platforms. On Sunday, Senator Francis Escudero lauded the points of Senate Bill No. 2347, saying that the nationwide ban could help curb addiction. According to the Manila Bulletin, the official noted that “That is the logic behind our proposed legislation—not... Read more »

The head of the Philippines’ integrated resort and online gaming operator Bloomberry Resorts Corp, Enrique Razon Jr., indicated in the recent 2Q26 results that the group’s Solaire Online gaming platform is going to be joining its FUNaloMAX on its proprietary platform very soon. The Chairman and CEO of Bloomberry noted that, “we are advancing our... Read more »

Bragg Gaming Group recorded revenue of €22.9 million in the second quarter of 2026, which is down 12% year-on-year from €26.1 million in 2Q25. According to the company, the decline was largely linked to a 14% annual revenue drop in the Netherlands, from €6.3 million in Q2 2025 to almost €3.9 million in Q2 2026,... Read more »

In the last week, prediction market operator Kalshi has faced back-to-back regulatory setbacks across multiple states as the company holds funding round talks with investors to raise its valuation to US$40 billion. On Thursday, Kalshi was hit with a final order from a King County Superior Court Judge to cease the majority of its operations... Read more »

Brazil’s fixed-odds betting market is under discussion, as industry representatives come together to discuss enforcement, taxation, consumer protections, and the market’s sustainability. The event, Post-regulation Challenges of the Betting Market, has been organized by the National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) and produced by publishing company Editora Globo. It comes after Brazil’s regulated online... Read more »

NBA franchise, the Los Angeles Lakers, has been sold in an alleged US$12.5 billion deal, but controversy has arisen over links to the White House, particularly President Donald Trump. The Lakers takeover bid was led by US venture capitalist Josh Kushner and ex-Disney CEO Bob Iger. Kushner is also the younger brother of Jared Kushner,... Read more »

Investment bank JPMorgan Chase ceased to provide banking for Polymarket, as early as October of last year, reportedly over regulatory concerns. As reported by the Financial Times, JPMorgan cut ties in October with the operator but is still keeping close contact, with its CEO even invited to address a private client conference early this year.... Read more »

Awager, an Aristocrat Gaming company, on Thursday announced a new partnership with BetMGM. The partnership makes Awager’s live-streamed slots experience available to BetMGM and Borgata Online players in New Jersey. The launch combines online play with real land-based slot machines, allowing players to access and play physical slot machines remotely through a live streaming experience.... Read more »

Results are in for Evoke, which recorded a £46 million year-over-year increase in gaming duties during the first half of 2026, contributing to a 10% decline in adjusted EBITDA to £150 million. This comes as the owner of gambling brands William Hill and 888 prepares for its proposed takeover by gaming firm Bally’s Intralot. In... Read more »

Entain saw 5% yearly growth in net gaming revenue (NGR), to £2.5 billion, in the first half of the 2026, with growth driven by its online operations. In its 1H26 results released on 13 August, the company revealed its online NGR rose 7% year-on-year, supported by a 9% increase in betting and gaming volume. Australia... Read more »

As announced on 14 April 2026, the IAG Exhibition component of the IAG EXPO will pause for one year due to venue sponsor Newport World Resorts’ commitments relating to the Philippines’ Chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) political conference, together with delays to ASEAN arising from the Iran crisis. The IAG Exhibition will return... Read more »

Mindway AI and GamScore on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership for enhancing safer gambling frameworks across the global igaming sector. The collaboration combines user-controlled financial health tracking with advanced artificial intelligence and neuroscientific profiling for player protection. The partnership unites GamScore’s independent, bettor-focused platform, which enables players to monitor, understand and demonstrate their betting health, with Mindway AI’s early detection... Read more »

Galaxy Gaming on Wednesday announced a new strategic content partnership with Ruby Seven Studios, an online social casino operator and technology provider. Ruby Seven will develop, publish, market, and distribute digital social casino versions of Galaxy’s proprietary table games across its network of social casino applications and partner-operated platforms. Ruby Seven has secured rights to... Read more »

“Material underperformer” Flutter Entertainment “is still trying to get back some of its online sports betting mojo against an increasingly cloudy industry backdrop,” says J.P. Morgan analyst Daniel Politzer, giving the Fan Duel parent a “Neutral” rating in a 12 August note. Politzer set a price target for Flutter stock of US$114 per share. The... Read more »

Three members of the US Congress have called on the MLB and the MLB Players Association (MLBPA) to ban individuals from taking part in promotional agreements with gambling operators, following a video featuring Philadelphia Phillies player Bryce Harper sent by FanDuel. Senator Richard Blumenthal and Representatives Paul Tonko and Valerie Foushee sent a letter to... Read more »

A study conducted by Brazilian consulting firm LCA Consultores found that Brazil’s illegal online betting market accounted for between 38% and 44% of betting activity during the first half of 2026, which is down from the 41% to 51% estimated in a previous study published in 2025. Titled “Sizing and Combating the Illegal Betting Market... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has ordered prediction market operator Kalshi to continue operating in New York despite ongoing state legal action. In a statement, CFTC Chairman Michael Selig said the agency had used its emergency authority to assert federal jurisdiction over prediction markets, stating that New York had no business regulating what he... Read more »

Philippines technology and digital infrastructure group PhilWeb has posted a 96% yearly increase in total revenue for 2Q26, reaching Php352.4 million, boosted by significant growth in its digital solutions segment. The group has been significantly increasing its business recently, revamping leadership and partnering with key operators in both the land-based and online space to drive... Read more »

DraftKing’s online sports betting win catapulted 84.5% in July, reaching US$12.4 million. Handle vaulted 44.9%, to US$82.9 million. Hold was 14.9%, according to numbers released by the state on 9 August. DraftKings is the sole provider in the state. Hold was particularly tight on parlay bets, with DraftKings holding 23.2% of all monies wagered. Parlay... Read more »

Win for Maryland’s online sports books grew 25.6% in July, driven by a 36.8% surge in handle. Hold was 11.2%. Online operators made US$54.9 million on wagering of US$489.2 million. FanDuel led the Free State by a wide margin, amassing US$23.5 million in win off handle of US$187.9 million, double-digit increases in both cases. It... Read more »

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), the federal regulator for US tribal gambling, is facing severely limited enforcement powers due to its lack of a chairperson, being unable to undertake some of its key responsibilities. The chairperson of the NIGC is nominated by the US president and must be confirmed by the Senate. While the... Read more »

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has warned prediction market operators against displaying contract prices in a typical sportsbook format. On 7 August, the CFTC’s Division of Market Oversight and the Market Participants Division warned registered entities and individuals against displaying event contract pricing “in “American” odds format used by casino gambling bookmakers,” noting... Read more »

A report commissioned by the Campaign for Fairer Gambling estimates that unregulated online gambling generated approximately US$97.4 billion in gross gaming revenue in the US in 2025, up 45.2% from 2024’s US$67.1 billion. According to the report, which was published by Gaming Compliance International, the figure accounted for 77% of the country’s total online gambling... Read more »

Australia’s financial watchdog has suspended the registration of cryptocurrency ATM network operator Cryptolink Pty Ltd “amid ongoing concerns about its compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) obligations.” In a notice on Monday, the CEO of the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), Brendan Thomas, indicated that Cryptolink’s Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP)... Read more »

The US District Court of Connecticut has denied an appeal by prediction market operator Kalshi for a preliminary injunction, allowing the state to move forward in enforcing its gambling laws. District of Connecticut Judge Vernon D. Oliver on Monday denied Kalshi’s motion, affirming that sports events contracts don’t meet the statutory definition of a swap... Read more »

A new report highlights how four Singaporean businessmen were hired to work as personal assistants for individuals and companies linked to Cambodian national Chen Zhi, the chairman of Prince Group. Authorities in January announced that Chen Zhi had been detained and was in custody in China, after he was accused of running a network of... Read more »

The debate over gambling advertisements in Australia has not relented, with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meeting with the country’s opposition leader, the Liberal Party’s Angus Taylor, in Canberra to discuss a proposed agreement. According to the Guardian, the two met to negotiate a proposed deal that would limit incentives provided by gambling operators to... Read more »

New rules for the civil forfeiture of assets linked to illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) are coming into force on 24 August. The measures follow the Anti-POGO Act of 2025, which requires courts to deal with property or assets connected to offshore gaming operations that have been banned in the country. The Supreme Court... Read more »

Brazil’s central bank will implement a 24-hour delay on crypto transfers of over US$10,000 sent to foreign virtual-asset holding firms or self-custody wallets, starting 1 January 2027. According to The Block, the central bank introduced the holding period as a precautionary measure that will allow handling companies to assess the risk of fraud, requiring them... Read more »

Online gaming revenue in the Philippines saw an expected drop during the second quarter of this year, cited as one of the main contributors to the dip in the nation’s overall gaming revenue fall, detailed in new results on 10 August. According to the newly released figures, the Philippine gaming industry registered gross gaming revenue... Read more »

Winnings for online sports betting in New York State soared 37.8% in July. Books held at 11.4%. Bettors wagered US$1.9 billion online and books kept US$214.4 million, a dramatic reversal from June. The figures were released 7 August by the New York State Gaming Commission. The tightest hold was enjoyed by FanDuel at 13.2%. Although... Read more »

If there was any skepticism over whether DraftKings is committed to predictions markets, that doubt was allayed during last Friday’s second-quarter earnings call. All but a couple of questions from analysts during the call were pointed at DraftKings involvement in the controversial online exchanges. And DraftKings CEO and Co-Founder Jason Robins was prepared to answer... Read more »

US entertainment and gaming company PENN Entertainment has reported record retail revenue in the second quarter of the year, along with an improvement in adjusted EBITDA. According to a company statement, its retail segment generated US$1.5 billion in revenue during the second quarter, and nine of its retail properties scored second-quarter records for both revenue... Read more »

A US District Judge has ruled in favor of a Utah Governor and State Attorney General, rejecting prediction market platform Kalshi’s claim that federal law preempts the state from enforcing its anti-gambling laws against prediction markets. Kalshi had argued that the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has the sole authority to regulate its event contracts,... Read more »

The US Senate has postponed a procedural vote on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, delaying progress on legislation that would establish a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and digital assets. According to The Block, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the vote will take place after lawmakers return from their August recess in September. The... Read more »

Authorities in Brazil are pushing to ban online casino games – slots, table games and live dealer – while still leaving fixed-odds sports betting as a legal wagering option. The aim is to pass the initiative before the 4 October election. This comes after operators have already paid BRL2.6 billion in licensing fees, under the... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Total igaming revenue for June 2026 in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island added up to $925.3 million compared to $770.1... Read more »

DraftKings on Thursday reported revenue of US$1.4 billion in the second quarter, a decrease of US$69 million, or 5%, year-over-year. Sports consumer volume – the number of individual betting actions – increased to US$13.1 billion, a 15% rise compared to US$11.5 billion in 2025’s second quarter. “We delivered a strong second quarter and enter the... Read more »

The Sri Lankan government has ordered the blocking of 24 online gambling websites, including the global betting brand bet365, as part of a crackdown on operators operating illegally and offering services without the appropriate gambling licenses. The ban was issued by the Gambling Regulatory Authority, which functions under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic... Read more »

Lawmakers in Wyoming have delayed action on bills that would ban online sweepstakes, postponing any decision until their next meeting on 29 September. The Select Committee on Gaming met last week, according to Wyoming Public Radio, considered various proposals related to raffle regulations and a draft bill titled Online Casinos and Sweepstakes Prohibited that would... Read more »

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to begin the final hearing of petitions challenging the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, which came into effect on 1 May 2026 and introduced a nationwide ban on online real-money games. The wider legal challenge, led by Dr. K A Paul, questions whether the act’s prohibition... Read more »

Authorities in New Zealand have published the legislative guidance on “Online Casino Gambling: Advertising and Marketing,” including prohibiting references to luck, sports betting and prediction market-style betting on events. The guidance, published by New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs, comes ahead of licensed operators going live in December of this year, after legislation came into... Read more »

Global gaming supplier AGS recently debuted Bonus Spin Xtreme online in an exclusive partnership with Rush Street Interactive in the US and the rest of the Americas. This marks the first time the progressive platform and several of its linked games are available online for real-money play. AGS’ BSX is the first concentric wheel progressive released... Read more »

In his final earnings call as Flutter Entertainment CEO, Peter Jackson was obliged to reduce earnings guidance for the FanDuel parent company. Full-year revenue projections were lowered by US$395 million and cash flow by US$210 million. The reductions were attributed, in part, to “strengthen our proposition and accelerate FanDuel’s sports book momentum,” according to Flutter’s... Read more »

Peter Jackson is stepping down as the CEO of Flutter Entertainment, effective 1 October, with Flutter International President Dan Taylor to fill the role. Explaining his resignation, Jackson wrote, “after nearly nine years as CEO, I believe this is the right point in Flutter’s journey for me to hand over the leadership of the business... Read more »

Global gaming giant Light & Wonder saw a 26% rise in net income for 2Q26, reaching US$120 million, amongst strong growth in its Gaming and iGaming segments. In results published on 4 August, the group indicated that its iGaming segment saw another quarter of double-digit growth, with revenue up by 14%, to US$92 million and... Read more »

A Philippine lawmaker has suggested raising taxes on online gaming companies in the country to offset other corporate tax exemptions and relief. According to the Inquirer, Lapu-Lapu City district Representative Junard Chan suggested the move during a House Ways and Means Committee meeting on Tuesday. The politician reportedly asked “Are there ways of raising revenues... Read more »

Concerns are being raised about potential insider trading after US President Donald Trump introduced a service for his social media platform, Truth Social, that allows users, such as Wall Street businesses and institutional investors, to pay for faster access to posts from the “highest-ranking Truth Social accounts.” The subscription-based feature, called Truth API, has faced... Read more »

Tribal gaming representatives and US lawmakers are calling for changes to the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act that would prevent prediction market platforms from offering sports-related contracts without following existing state and tribal gambling regulations. Speaking at a Senate Indian Affairs Committee roundtable, the Vice Chairman of the Indian Gaming Association (IGA), Tehassi Hill, urged... Read more »

Global betting, gaming and technology company Super Group reported an 18% increase in revenue for 2Q26, totaling US$684 million, attributed to growth of its operations in Africa, Europe and the Rest of the World. Super Group operates brands including online global sportsbook Betway, Jackpot City Casino, Lucky Nugget Casino and more. The company left the... Read more »

The drop in online gaming revenue in the Philippines in the first half of the year was part of a two-step process that started with making the market more attractive to operate in legally, then improving standards and enforcement, according to a recent white paper by Arden Consult. Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR reported a 41.9%... Read more »

The CEO of gaming technology company Scientific Games Pat McHugh will retire on 8 September this year after over 20 years with the company. Kevin Schneider will take over as Interim Chief Executive while the Board of Directors searches for a permanent replacement. McHugh will move into a Vice Chair position after his retirement, remaining... Read more »

Gaming technology company Continent 8 Technologies has appointed Mike Small as its new CEO. This comes as founder Michael Tobin steps down from 28 years in the role and transitions to the company’s Chairman. Small joins the company after more than 25 years in the global technology sector. Before joining Continent 8, Small was President... Read more »

Philippine online gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp recorded a 124% quarterly increase in net income for the three months ended 30 June, totaling PHP6.98 billion, while net gaming revenue increased 0.9% sequentially to PHP5.52 billion. The group highlighted its new use of net gaming revenue (NGR) starting from the second quarter, noting the metric will “provide... Read more »

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is warning citizens that prediction markets are not licensed in the country and that contracts on the offshore sites can be manipulated. In a message via financial guidance website Moneysmart, operated by ASIC, the watchdog warns that punters “may be betting against other traders with confidential or inside... Read more »

Instant Win Gaming, a supplier of eInstant games to the North American Association of State & Provincial Lotteries and World Lottery Association member lotteries, on Monday added Georgia Lottery and the New Hampshire Lottery to its Super Spin Jackpots multi-state network. “We’re delighted to welcome the Georgia Lottery and the New Hampshire Lottery to the... Read more »

According to top brass for Sportradar Group, the company was impeded in the second quarter by slowing growth in the United States market for online sports betting. Unfavorable currency-exchange rates also constituted a headwind, they said. Sportradar updated earnings guidance to reflect these factors. Revenue was now modeled to increase 19% to 20%, reaching €1.5... Read more »

Sportradar recorded a loss of €3.5 million in the second quarter, marking a reversal of a €49.1 million profit seen in 2025’s second quarter and a miss of its earnings projections. The turnabout came despite an 18.9% yearly increase in revenue. The company’s Betting Technology & Solutions division saw revenues rise 21.2% to €313.6 million.... Read more »

Former US Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay US$35,000 to settle a federal investigation into trading activity on the prediction market platform Kalshi. The settlement with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) follows allegations that Santos unlawfully traded on a Kalshi market over whether he would attend President Trump’s State of the Union address... Read more »

Philippine online gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive has expanded the live bingo range on its BingoPlus platform with the launch of Bingo Speed, a new digital bingo game that gives shorter rounds and faster gameplay. According to DigiPlus, the new game is based on the traditional bingo-hall format but has been adapted for online play, featuring... Read more »

Online gaming group Betsson AB has completed its acquisition of Canadian-licensed B2C gambling group Rhino Entertainment, including a set of proprietary technology assets. In a statement, Betsson noted that the acquisition includes a range of Rhino entities “that collectively hold assets, licenses, personnel, and operational capabilities related to Rhino’s B2C activities in Ontario and the... Read more »

GeoLocs by mkodo recently announced a partnership with Ventures Lab and their next generation online gaming site, Miki. The partnership will allow Miki players across Ontario, via its casino, sportsbook and live gaming, to play safely, securely, and in compliance with regulations without friction or interruptions. In a release, Ventures Lab stated it partnered with... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has extended by two months the deadline for Business-to-Business (B2B) suppliers to the domestic online gaming industry to fully comply with and complete all accreditation requirements under the regulator’s new regulatory framework. As per the extension, issued by way of a memo signed by PAGCOR’s Jessa Fernandez – Concurrent Officer-In-Charge of... Read more »

Promotional outlays in Missouri consumed 37% of operator revenue in June. Online sports betting providers spent 3.5% of handle on promotions, a sequential increase from 2.9% of handle and 25% of revenue in May, according to figures released 30 July by J.P. Morgan analysts. Handle statewide was US$258.3 million, of which operators kept US$24.6 million,... Read more »

New York has sued prediction market operator Kalshi over allegations that it is operating as an illegal, unlicensed gambling business. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James announced the lawsuit against the company, which allows users across the US to wager on the outcome of sports events and markets linked to elections,... Read more »

Ontario’s igaming market recorded CA$9.5 billion in total cash wagers for June, up by 30.3% yearly and stable compared to May, according to figures posted by iGaming Ontario. Total non-adjusted gross gaming revenue (NAGGR) reached CA$400.6 million during the month, down 3% from May’s CA$413 million figure, but up 30.6% compared to CA$307 million posted... Read more »

London-based FTSE 100 derivatives trading company IG Group has agreed to acquire DFS and sports predictions platform Underdog for between US$1.1 billion and US$1.3 billion. Underdog will continue to operate as a commercially standalone business, with its own brand, management team and operational platform. The US$1.3 billion valuation includes an enterprise value of around US$1.1... Read more »

New Zealand has banned online casino companies from using AI-generated celebrity endorsements as part of the country’s new online gambling sector. According to The New Zealand Herald, the Department of Internal Affairs said the new rules were put in place to tackle the growing use of AI-generated deepfakes in gambling promotions. Officials cited examples, including... Read more »

“The second quarter was a standout quarter,” Codere Online CEO Aviv Sher said, leading off the company’s second-quarter earnings call. Codere leadership raised their full-year earnings guidance and touted across-the-board increases. Codere revenues rose 27% and monthly active users were up 12% during the second quarter, which encompassed the early weeks of the World Cup... Read more »

Codere Online reconfigured its earnings guidance in a 30 July announcement, increasing its revenue projection for 2026 to between €255 million and €265 million.  Cash flow projections went up to between €20 million and €25 million. Codere posted a €1.4 million loss for the quarter. Year over year, second-quarter net gaming revenue shot up 27%,... Read more »

DraftKings and Delta Air Lines have launched a sports prediction game for passengers on domestic US flights. The new game, called SkyPicks, was launched on 29 July and can be accessed via Delta’s onboard Wi-Fi network on all participating flights. Any passenger over the age of 21 can participate by signing in with their existing... Read more »

Crypto scams account for over half of all cybercrime losses, according to data from the Consumer Federation of America, costing Americans an estimated US$80.7 billion last year. In a report published this week – The Scam Economy: The True Cost of Online Scams and Crimes in America – the Consumer Federation of America found that,... Read more »

A drop in online gaming income has caused a significant fall in revenue for Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR, with a 26.6% year-on-year total revenue decline to Php43.3 billion in the first half of the year. As reported by our sister company IAG, PAGCOR had reported Php59.1 billion – record revenue – for the first half... Read more »

The second quarter of 2026 saw Rush Street Interactive’s (RSI) fastest revenue growth in over four years. That was according to CEO Richard Schwartz, leading off a 29 July earnings call. Schwartz lauded the recent World Cup, saying it was something “long-planned and strongly received” for RSI. It was characterized by “very successful outcomes,” Schwartz... Read more »

Massachusetts’ online lottery has recorded US$1.6 million in wagers from players in its first 24 hours of operation, with thousands of dollars won. Officials recorded US$1,626,187 across both the Mass Lottery Online website and app. Among the wagers placed, the lottery also reported multiple winners – including one player who won US$1,000 in the first... Read more »

Rush Street Interactive has hiked both its revenue and its cash-flow guidance for 2026, on the strength of second-quarter earnings. The latter were reported late on 29 July. Full-year revenue was revised upward to a forecast of between US$1.5 billion and US$1.6 billion. That would be a 38% to 41% increase. Full-year cash flow is... Read more »

The National Football League (NFL) is upping its pushback against prediction market regulations, with a new letter raising concerns about the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s proposed rules. The league submitted its comments before the CFTC’s consultation period deadline, with the NFL Senior Vice President for Public Policy and Government Affairs, Brendon Plack, saying the proposals... Read more »

US sports-prediction market ProphetX has raised US$35 million in series A funding amid ongoing competition between prediction markets and state-regulated sports betting and gambling products. The predictions platform gained Commodity Futures Trading Commission approval to operate a sports-focused prediction market in the US last month. It has now secured venture capital from sports and gaming investment... Read more »

Popular VPN network NordVPN says it uncovered a large-scale criminal operation that hijacks the names and logos of more than 400 trusted global brands to redirect people toward unregulated online gambling sites. Brands found to have been impersonated include everything from mainstream apps like Google Translate, Google Authenticator, YouTube Kids and Adobe Acrobat to streaming... Read more »

UAE-based airline Emirates has announced a partnership with Crypto.com that will allow for UAE residents with an account on the site to pay for their flights in crypto via the airline’s website and app platforms. The option is available for bookings priced and settled in Emirati Dirham. “Bringing this initiative to life delivers on our... Read more »

BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt has lauded the most recent quarter as one of continued “focused execution,” albeit a period that “came in a little lighter.” The executive made the remarks during the company’s 28 July earnings call. Greenblatt also took a jab at prediction markets, referring in his prepared remarks to competitive pressure “from unregulated... Read more »

BetMGM saw a 3% uptick in net revenue for the second quarter, reaching US$711 million in net revenue, with a boost in igaming despite mediocre results from sports betting. The group registered an 8% spike in igaming revenues, according to figures released on 28 July. However, online sports betting was flat for the quarter. Igaming... Read more »

Momentum has stalled in the US Congress on plans to reform sports betting and prediction market regulations, with lawmakers admitting progress is unlikely before the upcoming midterm elections. One of these proposed measures is the SAFE Bet Act, which is aimed at defining new minimum federal standards for online sports betting along with updated consumer... Read more »

A federal judge has blocked Minnesota from enforcing its prediction market ban, just five days before it was due to take effect. The ruling comes after the US Justice Department and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), along with prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket, filed lawsuits against the new ban, which was due to... Read more »

Fanatics has acquired derivatives clearinghouse Water Street Labs from Nasdaq-listed BGC Group so it can offer its own federally regulated prediction market. Fanatics Markets will now own its prediction markets infrastructure, enabling it to list and clear prediction markets without an intermediary. Alongside the acquisition, BGC has partnered with Fanatics to contribute data and analytics... Read more »

Online casino games developer Wazdan has expanded its presence in Brazil after launching on Flutter Entertainment’s local brand Betnacional. The launch of Wazdan’s gaming portfolio on Betnacional was facilitated through an aggregation platform developed by online gaming supplier Relax Gaming. Wazdan described the debut as an important milestone towards its growth strategy in the LatAm... Read more »

Aristocrat Interactive on Monday announced that a new full turnkey ilottery solution is live in Massachusetts under NeoGames US. Aristocrat Interactive is providing its custom-built solution for the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission, including a comprehensive, scalable platform, exclusive games from Aristocrat’s IP library, an extensive portfolio of more than 20 eInstant games from NeoGames Studio, and... Read more »

Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft placed a “Buy” rating with a US$210 per share price target on Flutter Entertainment in a 26 July investor note. The stock was trading at US$100.82 at the time. Wheatcroft cited “a positive inflection point” for Flutter. He said there had been no material cannibalization of online sports betting... Read more »

Nevada-based casino and hospitality group Boyd Gaming has reported over US$1.03 billion in total revenue for the second quarter of 2026, relatively unchanged from the same period last year, despite a drop in online revenue. The company’s latest earnings release also showed that net income had declined yearly, dropping from US$151.5 million to US$131.2 million.... Read more »

South Korean esports League of Legends star “Faker” has been made an honorary police officer by the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA), as part of a campaign against cyber gambling. Faker, whose real name is Lee Sang-hyeok, will also serve as a promotional ambassador for the initiative, using his gaming profile to raise awareness of... Read more »

Entain has transitioned two of its established brands, Sports Interaction and PartyCasino, into Alberta’s newly regulated online gaming market. The two licenses were supplied by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) on 23 July. Entain adds that both brands meet the regulatory requirements set by the AGLC and reinforce high customer standards through... Read more »

Kalshi is threatening legal action against Netflix over its new documentary Instadocs: The Prediction Games, which premiered on 26 July and features an interview with Tarek Mansour, the CEO of Kalshi. According to a Netflix-authored article about the documentary, it “drops viewers into the red-hot center of betting fever.” The article furthers that it “features... Read more »

Kalshi has agreed to stop offering sports and other prohibited events contracts in the state of Nevada via a joint stipulation with the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The agreement, which was announced on 24 July, follows a state-filed ex parte order on 4 June, which held Kalshi in contempt of court for violating an earlier... Read more »

Omni-channel turnkey provider Pronet Gaming has announced that several of its team members were shortlisted for the 2026 Women in Gaming (WIG) Diversity Awards, which took place on 12 June at The Savoy Hotel in London. The WIG Diversity Awards are widely recognized as a leading celebration within the gaming industry, providing employers with an... Read more »

Michigan Gaming Control Board Chair Jim Ananich has resigned from his role and will be succeeded by James H. (Jim) Townsend (pictured). Ananich, who was appointed by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in April 2025 to serve until 31 December, 2028, will step down on 1 August, 2026. Whitmer has appointed Townsend to serve from 1 August... Read more »

The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has recorded 76 suspicious betting alerts across nine different sports for the second quarter of 2026, an 8.6% increase compared to the first quarter. According to the IBIA’s latest integrity report, football generated the most alerts, with 25 cases, 33% of the total. Esports came second with 16 alerts... Read more »

Two Nevada lawmakers have introduced legislation that would ban prediction market platforms from offering sports betting and casino-style event contracts nationwide. According to reports, Representatives Steven Horsford and Mark Amodei introduced the “Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act” on 23 July, targeting operators like Kalshi and Polymarket. The bill would ban contracts based on sport and... Read more »

Aristocrat has announced that its Lightning Link slot franchise has made its debut expansion from land-based to online casinos across the North American regulated market. The new slot games, developed by Aristocrat’s online real-money gaming (RMG) studio Aristocrat Interactive, will be available across all seven regulated US online gaming states and Ontario, as well as... Read more »

Games developer Games Global is gaining a foothold in Asia, after Philippine igaming supplier PhilWeb Corporation announced that it has entered into “an exclusive partnership” with the group. In a release from 24 July, PhilWeb noted that the partnership “will enable licensed gaming operators in the Philippines to utilize hosted gaming services, subject to applicable... Read more »

IGT announced on 23 July that IGT PlayDigital is introducing the Money Gong Emperor game to online players in Ontario, Alberta, and multiple US jurisdictions including Connecticut, Michigan, and New Jersey. The release marks the broader North American online rollout of the global hit title, expanding its reach to players across multiple jurisdictions. Money Gong... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet has launched in Ontario, bringing its online casino and sportsbook to Ontario players, officially marking Hard Rock Digital’s first international market expansion. Residents will now have access to its gaming portfolio of over 3,000 games, including slots, live dealer games, and table games. The operator has also established an Ontario-based marketing team... Read more »

The North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) has published a statement calling for urgent clarification by regulators on sports contracts’ inclusion in prediction markets, calling them “an attempt to create a new type of gambling and conceal its true identity.” The NASPL furthered that “failing to establish appropriate regulatory parameters will have... Read more »

Sportsbook supplier OpenBet processed over 175 million bets across the World Cup, seeing US$3 billion wagered across its customers globally during the tournament. The record-breaking figures mark OpenBet’s biggest betting event to date. The supplier highlighted England’s run to the semi-finals as driving standout betting volumes across the UK. Meanwhile, Norway’s quarterfinal drew almost five... Read more »

Two online gaming suppliers have partnered with Flutter Entertainment’s Brazilian sports betting and igaming brand Betnacional this week, after RubyPlay and Zitro Digital announced regional partnerships with the operator. Zitro Digital, the online division of gaming supplier Zitro, announced its Betnacional deal first on 21 July. As part of the agreement, a range of its... Read more »

Aristocrat Interactive on 22 July announced the go-live of its full-service ilottery solution with the Michigan Lottery. After the official launch on 17 July, this marks the beginning of a new six-year agreement that solidifies Aristocrat Interactive’s role as the primary technology and services provider for the Michigan Lottery. The rollout will enable the Michigan... Read more »

Online sports betting revenues in Michigan fell 10% in June, a J.P. Morgan earnings release shows, despite an 11% hold and a 20% spike in bets placed. Win was US$41 million on handle of US$373 million. A year-over-year increase in promotional outlays to 5.4% of handle may have played a role in the revenue drop.... Read more »

Kambi has reported a 13.5% rise in revenue in the second quarter of 2026 to €45.9 million, from €40.5 million. The improving picture, supported by processing more than €1 billion in sportsbook turnover during the World Cup, brought revenue for the first half of the year to €89.4 million, up 9.1% from €81.9 million. Adjusted... Read more »

US lawmakers are debating whether Congress should play a bigger role in regulating prediction market platforms, after a hearing examined whether existing federal oversight is fit for the purpose. According to WCTI 12, members of the House Agriculture Committee Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development questioned whether the Commodity Futures Trading Commission... Read more »

Yggdrasil has partnered with Caesars Entertainment to officially launch in the US-regulated market, making its gaming content available for the first time to players in New Jersey and Michigan. The igaming studio’s games are now available at Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino. The launch was facilitated through Aristocrat... Read more »

The UAE’s first and only licensed gaming platform, Play971, has expanded its content offering after inking new gaming content agreements with industry titans IGT and Endorphina. Play971, which is operated by Momentum subsidiary Coin Technology Projects LLC – the only operator to hold an Internet Gaming License issued by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority... Read more »

Hong Kong Police have arrested 991 people and seized over HK$365 million in betting records and over HK$7.4 million in cash and assets linked to illegal gambling taking place during the World Cup. In a release on Tuesday, authorities indicated they conducted an anti-illegal gambling operation codenamed “Crowbeak/Windshield,” running in June and July. As part... Read more »

The United Arab Emirates is further filling out the Executive Management team for its gaming regulator, announcing the appointment of Dr Ahmad Hesham as General Counsel and Board Secretary. The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) made the announcement yesterday, noting that Hesham, “brings more than 25 years of international legal, regulatory and public policy... Read more »

US gambling industry trade organizations, the American Gaming Association (AGA) and Indian Gaming Association (IGA), are calling for a ban on sports event contracts offered by prediction market platforms like Kalshi, ahead of a Congressional hearing on 21 July. According to testimonies from both organizations acquired by gaming lawyer Daniel Wallach, the AGA and IGA... Read more »

Gaming technology company Evolution will end its planned acquisition of game developer Galaxy Gaming after the merger agreement expired on 17 July without being completed. As part of the termination, Evolution said that it will pay Galaxy Gaming a fee of approximately US$5.2 million. The proposed US$85 million deal was first announced by Evolution in... Read more »

DraftKings has joined forces with slots influencer Brian Christopher to add Aristocrat Gaming’s Lightning Link to the operator’s game catalog. To mark the launch, Christopher will livestream from Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut on July 23, 2026. The live stream will kick off a series of gameplay content, which will bring several high-profile retail games online.... Read more »

The Philippines’ gaming regulator has issued a directive to the nation’s casino and electronic gaming operators and support service providers to immediately review their current risk models and update their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) frameworks after conducting a Casino Sector Risk Assessment. According to reports, the assessment was conducted between 2021 and 2024... Read more »

Events and media group SBC has partnered with affiliate and performance marketing community Conversion Conf ahead of Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026, taking place in Lisbon, Portugal, from 29 September to 1 October. The strategic partnership aims to expand the event’s reach and strengthen its offerings for the affiliate and performance marketing sector. Over 10,000 industry... Read more »

BetHog is closing its crypto casino so the team can focus entirely on its spin-off B2B AI dealer product, Sentient Studios. BetHog was launched by FanDuel founders Nigel Eccles and Rob Jones in November 2024. The crypto casino has announced its closure to users 20 July, giving existing customers until 31 July to withdraw their... Read more »

Sri Lanka’s lawmakers and officials are concerned about the nation’s ability to regulate the online gaming sector, despite not currently having any licensed operators, amongst an ongoing debate on policy. Just recently, officials told the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) that the regulatory launch of new gaming regulations was unable to meet its 30 June... Read more »

Prediction markets have reported record trading during the World Cup, with data provided by market analytics firm H2 Gambling Capital showing that the platforms accounted for an estimated 27% of all US sports bets during the tournament, rising from 9% at the beginning of 2026. According to Bloomberg, the data compiled by H2 is “imprecise”... Read more »

Potential operators can now officially declare their desire to obtain an online casino license in New Zealand, after the Department of Internal Affairs on Friday launched its Expression of Interest (EOI) stage. With up to 15 licenses to be issued before the end of this year, the nation’s Secretary for Internal Affairs Paul James confirmed... Read more »

Evolution shares fell 1% on Friday after the supplier revealed a 1.2% fall in net revenue to €517.8 million in Q2, from €524.3 million at the same point in 2025. EBITDA was down 1.2% to €341 million from €345.3 million, but the supplier maintained its 65.9% margin year-on-year. Profit for the period was up 1.2%... Read more »

“The second quarter was a solid quarter, with all-time-high revenue.” So said Betsson Chief Financial Officer Martin Öhman during the company’s 17 July earnings call. Betsson reported revenue of €310.6 million, with cash flow on the order of €42 million. Two-thirds of that revenue was derived from igaming and the rest from sports betting. Revenues... Read more »

Global sportsbook operator Entain is reportedly going to reduce its global workforce by 500 roles, representing approximately 2% of its employees. According to financial data first published by Bloomberg, the job cuts have already begun and will affect teams across corporate, products and technology. In an email sent to staff, Entain said the move is... Read more »

Sportsbook operator DraftKings has filed a federal lawsuit to stop the City of Philadelphia from investigating its business practices and from enforcing a consumer protection ordinance. According to Reuters, the complaint, filed Thursday in federal court in Philadelphia, argues that Pennsylvania’s consumer protection and unfair trade practices laws prevent the city from enforcing a separate... Read more »

US-based market-making firm Citadel Securities has invested US$400 million into cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com at a US$20 billion valuation. The funding represents Crypto.com’s first “institutional funding round” since its founding in 2016. According to the companies, these funds will support Crypto.com’s expansion into tokenized securities and derivatives as blockchain-based products continue to develop. “We are thrilled... Read more »

Brazil’s capital Rio de Janeiro has become the first of the nation’s state capitals to prohibit betting-related advertisements in spaces subject to municipal approval, after a decree published on 13 July took immediate effect. Advertisers and media companies were given 10 days before fines are issued. Decree No. 58,274, presented by City Hall as a... Read more »

Philippine gaming operator Bloomberry Resorts Corp has officially launched its in-house online gaming platform FUNaloMAX, “engineered natively for the younger, mobile-first generation of Filipino players.” In a release on 16 July, the group noted that the launch “marks a significant shift in the local digital entertainment landscape, moving beyond the conventional online gaming model.” The... Read more »

Aristocrat Interactive on Thursday announced an agreement with Loto-Québec. As the exclusive legal gaming operator in the province of Québec, Loto-Québec will leverage Aristocrat Interactive’s Fusion aggregation platform to power its Aristocrat content expansion. The integration will provide Loto-Québec with online access to a portfolio of Aristocrat Interactive’s content including Buffalo, Mo Mummy, and other... Read more »

A Pennsylvania bipartisan Joint State Government Commission and the state’s gambling regulator have published recommendations for stricter online gambling laws to protect players. While the joint committee anticipates some legislative hurdles in pushing its recommendations through, the two-pronged effort from both law makers and the regulator would suggest a level of reform is imminent. The Pennsylvania... Read more »

Brazil’s Ministry of Justice and Public Security has given Google and Apple prompt instructions to explain how they ensure betting apps available through their app stores comply with the country’s gambling regulations. The Ministry said on 14 July that its National Secretariat for Digital Rights (Sedigi) and National Consumer Secretariat (Senacon) had issued Official Letters... Read more »

A United States Congressman has introduced a bill that would require both sportsbooks and prediction markets to implement facial recognition on their platforms to verify users’ ages before they are allowed to place bets or trades. The “Facial Recognition to Protect Children Act,” introduced by Representative Josh Gottheimer on 15 July, would require operators to... Read more »

Michigan’s Attorney General has hit back after the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) ordered prediction market operator Kalshi to honor pending trades from Michigan residents, following a temporary block issued by an Ingham County Judge. The CFTC had said it issued the order on Tuesday after Kalshi proposed canceling pending trades following the court order,... Read more »

Online casino games developer Hacksaw Gaming has launched in Buenos Aires City, Argentina, following its partnership with Kaizen Gaming’s sportsbook brand Betano. Under the partnership, Betano will be the official launch partner for Hacksaw in the region for one month. The sportsbook will gain access to Hacksaw’s extensive gaming portfolio, which includes a mix of... Read more »

Casino Plus, one of the Philippines’ leading PAGCOR-licensed online gaming platforms, has launched a vertical short-form drama series based on one of its leading games of the same name. “Bathala” – which converts the traditional Filipino teleserye (television soap opera) format into the trend of AI micro-content for mobile-first consumers – debuted on 9 July... Read more »

Lawmakers in Illinois are reportedly considering changing the state’s gambling laws again. The proposed changes would increase taxes for sports betting and create a new tax for prediction market operators. Senate Bill 3019, signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker last month, would establish a transaction tax on prediction markets. For the first five million... Read more »

Authorities in South Korea say that they are moving forward with prosecution against a man who allegedly ran an international online gambling ring which operated out of Malaysia and Cambodia and generated billions in bets. According to Chosun Daily, the sites were operated between two periods: December 2013-August 2017 and April 2021-December 2023. The accused... Read more »

Google has updated its gambling and games ads policy to expand its certification requirements to apply to all gambling and games categories. In March, the search engine introduced new certification policies, which it implied would apply to all categories but appears to have required a fine tune. The enhanced policy will roll out on 14... Read more »

European igaming operators continue to make moves on the US market, with German-headquartered Merkur Group acquiring US slot game developer White Hat Studios. Founded in 2021, White Hat Studios is the content arm of White Hat Gaming and operates in all seven US states where igaming is legal, partnering with a variety of operators, including... Read more »

The Indian Gaming Association (IGA) is gathering tribal leaders to “urge immediate action to address the growing threat posed by prediction market gambling” and gather support to protect tribal sovereignty and state gaming authority. This comes as IGA Chairman David Z. Bean noted that “this is one of the greatest threats tribal government gaming has... Read more »

Playtech is now authorized to operate in the United Arab Emirates, after being granted a Gaming-Related Vendor License to provide products and services in the new igaming market which went live on 1 June. Information from the nation’s gaming regulator, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), indicates that the licensing was granted just within... Read more »

Gaming and entertainment company CIRSA has acquired a majority stake in Paraguay online casino operator Slots del Sol, entering the country’s regulated gaming market for the first time. Slots del Sol runs an online casino through its digital platform and operates two casinos and two gaming halls in Paraguay. CIRSA said the acquisition was part... Read more »

Kalshi claims to have found “significant flaws” in the Roosevelt Institute’s recent analysis of prediction markets, saying they “invalidate” the think tank’s findings and “paint a concerning picture about the creep of the casino lobby’s influence on policy.” On 7 July, progressive US think tank the Roosevelt Institute published the first of a four-part series... Read more »

Bolivia is reportedly considering using the Tether (USDT) stablecoin as a method of payment in the country, as the South American nation remains on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list but also pushes to shift online gaming into the regulated sector. Statements from Bolivia’s Minister of Economy, José Gabriel Espinoza Yáñez, prompted an... Read more »

Sportsbook operator DraftKings has received approval from the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) to launch multi-state online poker in Michigan, meaning that DraftKings poker players in the state can compete with those in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. DraftKings launched its shared player pool on 8 July in partnership with the Bay Mills Indian Community, the... Read more »

Philippine Stock Exchange-listed DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is deepening its presence in the Brazil market by joining the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR). The IBJR was established in 2023 to “promote an online betting ecosystem that is ethical, sustainable, and responsible,” aimed at combatting the illegal market and promoting responsible gaming in Brazil. In a... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR will require all accredited Gaming Affiliates and previously allowed Gaming System Administrators (GSA) with existing exclusive distribution deals in place to declare every exclusive distributor or reseller arrangement. The new requirement – announced by way of a memorandum dated 6 June and sent to all game aggregators, game content providers and... Read more »

Alberta’s regulated online gambling market officially launched from midnight on 13 July, allowing approved operators to offer online sports betting and igaming services in the Canadian province. The rollout is being overseen by Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), which has approved several international and Canadian gambling companies to operate within Alberta’s regulated online gambling... Read more »

Arizona’s gambling regulator, the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG), has sent five cease-and-desist orders to online operators accused of offering illegal gambling services to residents of the state. The orders have been issued to BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt Inc., and Raffle Creator. The department claims that the companies violated Arizona gambling laws... Read more »

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) is reviewing a fan greeting video, featuring a pro baseball player, sent by FanDuel to a VIP customer who was reportedly battling gambling addiction. The video features Bryce Harper, first baseman for pro baseball team the Philadelphia Phillies. The 21-second video, which was originally obtained by The Philadelphia Inquirer,... Read more »

Online sportsbooks in Iowa saw a double-digit decline in revenue in June, Deutsche Bank reported on 10 July, but handle rose by an almost comparable figure. Hold statewide was a below-average 8.8%. That meant that handle of US$176.7 million translated into win of US$15.5 million. That was a 15.6% drop in revenue, compared to an... Read more »

New York sportsbooks took a double-digit hit in June, in spite of a steep increase in handle, numbers from the New York State Gaming Commission that were reported by Deutsche Bank on 10 July. Revenues for June plunged 43.5% year over year, hitting US$116 million and holding just 5.2%. Handle was just shy of US$2.3... Read more »

Despite soaring, soccer-driven handle figures, revenue for Maryland online sports betting was down in June, Deutsche Bank reported on 10 July. Handle for Maryland books shot up 30.1% year over year, reaching US$515 million. Although books held at 10.5%, revenue was down 3.2%, to US$54.4 million. Deutsche Bank analyst Steven Pizzella attributed the handle expansion... Read more »

Over the past 15 months, investment company BlackRock has more than doubled its ownership stake in digital gaming business Rush Street Interactive, the parent company of BetRivers. An analysis by Legal Sports Report found that an amended ownership filing showed the asset management firm holding over 13.6 million shares as of 30 June, a 13.3%... Read more »

Brazil will impose stricter advertising rules on sports betting operators starting next week, with new restrictions including addiction warnings and a ban on claims that bettors can make easy money from sports betting. The nation’s Finance Minister Dario Durigan also told reporters on Thursday that mandatory warning labels will now appear on betting ads, warning... Read more »

DraftKings will launch its online sportsbook, online casino, and Golden Nugget Online Gaming brand in Alberta when the province officially opens its regulated gambling market on 13 July. Following Ontario, Alberta will become the second Canadian province and the 34th North American jurisdiction where DraftKings Sportsbook is available. DraftKings Casino will be live in five... Read more »

Scientific Games has launched new systems technology across the Arizona Lottery, upgrading its draw games portfolio with a new Powerball Double Play add-on offering prizes of up to $10 million. The technology runs on Scientific Games’ Momentum platform, including a central gaming system and retailer management system used across the Lottery’s network. Alec Thomson, Executive... Read more »

Playtech has increased its full-year adjusted EBITDA forecast for 2026 to at least €270 million, in response to what it described as “excellent trading” for the first half of the year. The new guidance is above current analyst estimates, which sit between €205 million and €225 million, with a mean consensus of €219 million across seven analysts since the... Read more »

ICE Barcelona 2027 is reshaping its exhibition floor, adding a hall for technology, data and fintech sectors, built in consultation with an advisory board of industry leaders. The event, taking place 18-20 January 2027, adds Hall 7 – housing the Digital and FinTech Transformation Hall – covering AI, data and cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, payments, compliance... Read more »

Latin American acquisition and reactivation levels were higher than in the US and Europe during the World Cup 2026 Group Stage, according to igaming customer retention platform Optimove. The firm found that LatAm grew 49 percentage points above the region’s regular-season weekly average (baseline) number of bettors, followed by the EU at 39 points, and... Read more »

Prediction market operator Kalshi has filed an appeal the same day after a district court denied its request to block New York regulators from enforcing state gambling laws against its sports-event contracts. Kalshi has filed an appeal with the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, seeking review by the Court of... Read more »

Sportsbook operator FanDuel has expanded its presence in the Canadian-regulated market, announcing plans to enter Alberta’s upcoming regulated market on 13 July, with partnerships with local and national organizations to promote responsible gambling initiatives. Ahead of the planned launch, FanDuel says eligible Alberta residents aged 18 and over can set up their accounts before betting... Read more »

Tilman Fertitta’s US$17.6 billion offer to acquire control over Caesars Entertainment may yet face opposition after news broke this week that investment firm Jefferies Financial Group is looking to raise US$5 billion in debt to support a rival bid from billionaire Carl Icahn. According to Bloomberg, Jefferies is approaching existing creditors to build support for... Read more »

Philippine igaming supplier PhilWeb Corporation has exclusively partnered with Pragmatic Play to enable licensed gaming operators in the Philippines to use its gaming services through PhilWeb within the third quarter of this year. In a release on 9 July, PhilWeb noted that “the partnership represents a significant expansion of PhilWeb’s technology-enabled gaming services business and... Read more »

The board of Philippines online gaming giant DigiPlus Interactive Corp has voted to revive the company’s Share Buy-Back Program just days after a shareholding group urged it to do so due to what it said was an “absurd” valuation of its shares. In a filing, DigiPlus said it had approved the Share Buy-Back Program with... Read more »

Aristocrat is using this month’s Oklahoma Indian Gaming Show to make the case that tribal casino floors and online betting no longer live apart. Aristocrat Gaming is exhibiting alongside three sister brands built for digital: Aristocrat Interactive, sportsbook platform Awager and Gaming Analytics. The grouping reflects a deliberate strategy — the company wants tribal operators... Read more »

Swedish-based online gaming studio Gaming Corps has expanded its content distribution partnership with Entain to add new regions, including Canada’s regulated market. The companies have been in partnership since 2022, but under the expanded agreement, Gaming Corps’ online casino game portfolio will be available through additional Entain online gaming brands in the expanded list of... Read more »

Casino software provider Play’n GO has expanded its reach in Colombia through a content partnership with online sportsbook and casino brand Betano, owned by international GameTech company Kaizen Gaming. Under the agreement, Betano Colombia players will gain access to Play’n GO’s full range of online casino games, including popular titles like Book of Dead and... Read more »

Ohio residents may soon be banned from using credit cards to wager, after the state’s gambling regulator, the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC), has moved to block credit card deposits. A spokesperson for the OCCC told media that the regulator is finalizing the ban and it only needs approval from Ohio’s Common Sense Initiative and... Read more »

Edmonton-based Pure Casino Entertainment has signed a multi-year deal for Kambi to supply its sportsbook. Pure Casino Entertainment is one of the largest casino operators in the Canadian province of Alberta, which is set to launch regulated igaming on 13 July. Kambi will supply the operator’s retail sports betting businesses across multiple properties, including in... Read more »

The American Gaming Association has revealed this year’s four inductees into its Gaming Hall of Fame, a tradition dating back to 1989. Bragg Gaming Chair of the Board of Directors Holly Gagnon tops the list. Gagnon’s 34-year gaming career started at Foxwoods Resort Casino in 1992. She went on to hold senior financial and operational... Read more »

Vietnamese police have arrested 85 people and busted a US$133 million illegal online gambling operation which recently targeted World Cup punters. According to Channel News Asia, the investigation is part of the country’s increased enforcement action against illegal gambling during the World Cup, with police in Ho Chi Minh City specifically targeting two betting networks... Read more »

A former employee for sportsbook operator DraftKings has been charged in Nevada over an alleged betting scheme involving a Fresno State men’s basketball player. According to ESPN, Samuel Silverman – a former trader at the DraftKings Las Vegas office – was arrested on 5 May and charged with committing a fraudulent act in a gaming... Read more »

Online casino operator Hard Rock Bet has rewarded more than US$900,000 in Mega Jackpots throughout June to Michigan players, with four six-figure jackpots being won between 2 June and 23 June. Hard Rock says the four wins span four different slot titles, with users wagering between US$0.80 and US$5. Its proprietary jackpot system features four... Read more »

COMPLETE iGAMING is set to launch its inaugural CiG iDEA Summit – a new high-level B2B forum taking place on Monday 14 September as part of the 2026 IAG EXPO at Newport World Resorts in Manila. The summit will examine the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape of online gaming across the Asia-Pacific region — with particular... Read more »

Mexico’s outdated gambling regulations threaten to cap its growth potential compared to Latin America’s biggest regulated markets, according to an industry report. A 128-page report titled Mexico At A Crossroads, by software supplier Betby, has contended Mexico will keep pace with Brazil, Colombia and Peru only if it follows their lead in adopting clearer rules... Read more »

SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon will feature two of the most respected names in the gaming industry and one of the greatest basketball players to ever grace the hardwoods. Sportradar Founder and CEO Carsten Koerl and DraftKings Co-Founder, CEO, and Chairman Jason Robins will be joined by Michael Jordan, the basketball icon, investor and philanthropist,... Read more »

Australia’s financial watchdog has ordered online bookmaker Bet365 to “strengthen its anti-money laundering controls after identifying serious gaps in how it manages risk and reports suspicious activity.” According to a 6 July release by AUSTRAC, Bet365 on Monday “entered into a legally binding enforceable undertaking requiring the company to overhaul its systems.” This includes creating... Read more »

British MP Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party in parliament, claims he has “done no wrongdoing” following reports of undeclared benefits from a cryptocurrency entrepreneur linked to gambling website Tether.bet who was also convicted of fraud in the US. The Sunday Times issued a piece entitled “Revealed: Nigel Farage secretly funded by convicted... Read more »

Australia’s Federal Court has imposed AU$24.24 million in penalties for the “providers and promoters of prohibited online poker services” utilizing the brands PPPfish, Shuffle Gaming and Redraw Poker. The fines are directed at an operation ran by Brisbane poker figure Rhys Edward Jones, who personally received a AU$9 million penalty, while his registered company Brisbane... Read more »

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) is cutting ties with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), after the non-profit body partnered with prediction market operator Kalshi. The MGCB’s Executive Director Henry Williams has written a letter to the non-profit, arguing that prediction markets do not have the same licenses as legal gambling platforms, noting... Read more »

A shareholder of Philippines online gaming giant DigiPlus Interactive Corp has penned an open letter to the company’s Board of Directors urging it to embark on a substantial share repurchase drive in order to capitalize on the current low valuation of its shares. The letter, signed by Tomasz Juroszek on behalf of Juroszek family investment... Read more »

The CEO and Founder of popular social gaming group VGW, Laurence Escalante, has resigned from the company, according to a company notice on 3 July. The resignation follows a leave of absence since January, “when the company became aware of the charges against Mr Escalante by WA [Western Australia] police that are unrelated to VGW... Read more »

Financial watchdog AUSTRAC says that Australian online betting group Sportsbet has completed its remediation efforts to address “serious deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) controls.” Sportsbet Pty Ltd, under Flutter Entertainment, is one of the conglomerate’s most valuable brands due to its significant market share in Australia. An AUSTRAC release from 30... Read more »

Real money gaming app Betr has made key leadership changes, announcing a new COO, CMO and CCO. The company announced that the company’s first hired employee Alex Ursa has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, “after serving as a foundational pillar of the business since its inception over four years ago.” Before joining Betr, Ursa... Read more »

The Alberta Gaming Corporation has set an ambitious channelization target of 70% by the end of the first year of licensed trading in the province, climbing to 75% by the end of year two. Currently the Alberta government estimates that 70% of online gaming is happening with gray market operators, outside the province’s only licensed... Read more »

A group of Ohio lawmakers has formally introduced a bill to ban online sports betting, while allowing in-person sports betting to continue. House Bill 971, also known as the “Save Ohio Sports Act,” was introduced on Wednesday by state Representatives Jonathan Newman and Beth Lear. The legislation would make online sports wagering illegal and bring... Read more »

MMA superstar and UFC double-champion Conor McGregor has joined the Curacao-based online sports betting group 1xBet as its global brand ambassador ahead of his upcoming fight against Max Holloway on 11 July. In a social media post, 1xBet said it looked forward to working with McGregor for the next chapter of his career, with the... Read more »

Spotify has removed streams from its website after identifying that a song was being boosted in order to win a contract on prediction market Kalshi. According to reports, the song Earrings by musician Malcolm Todd was the target of the activity, with the track rising approximately 70% overnight, reaching the top of Spotify’s US streaming... Read more »

Australia’s Labor government introduced legislation on Thursday to reform gambling advertising but it was met with significant backlash from the opposition and cross-bench parties, ultimately sending the legislation to a Senate inquiry, which will respond on 17 August. According to AAP, Labor lawmakers hailed the legislation as the “strongest ever reforms” to address gambling-related harms... Read more »

Bangladesh is cracking down on online gambling, with the unanimous passage of its Gambling Prevention Bill on 30 June, which aims to curb gambling nationwide, including sports betting and igaming. The bill finally replaces the colonial-era Public Gambling Act of 1867, which lawmakers criticized for being ill suited to tackle the rise in technology-backed gambling... Read more »

Independent igaming testing agency Gaming Associates has been named a Titanium Sponsor of the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR). As part of the sponsorship, Gaming Associates will provide support for the organization’s annual conference, its regulatory initiatives and educational programs. Gaming Associates is an internationally accredited conformity assessment body (CAB) that offers testing, inspection,... Read more »

Light & Wonder’s new studio, Galeforce, will be headed up by former Red Tiger Game Lead Krasimir Kostadinov. The core team has already begun working on new games and the studio is expected to house a ramped-up team of more than 20 in Sofia, Bulgaria, by the end of this year. “It is very rare to be presented with... Read more »

BMM Testlabs parent company The Visualize Group has announced that it is acquiring online casino game testing laboratory eCOGRA from Hanover Investors Management. In a company release, Visualize notes that the investment “will further strengthen eCOGRA’s ability to deliver global coverage for gaming testing and certification, while maintaining its signature Quality/Speed/Service proposition.” Headquartered in London,... Read more »

Executives of Australian gaming giant Aristocrat Leisure Ltd say they are planning to lean on the company’s proven land-based content library to fuel growth in the company’s online business, Aristocrat Interactive – a vertical they describe as “significantly underpenetrated.” Speaking at length during this week’s Investors Briefing, Aristocrat’s Chief Strategy & Content Officer, Superna Kalle,... Read more »

Entain is revamping its executive leadership in New Zealand, appointing Chris Haigh as the Managing Director of its New Zealand operation. Haigh moves to the newly created role after serving as Chief Media Officer since July of 2023, telling the New Zealand Herald that he’s excited about the timing. “This role has been created to... Read more »

New Jersey is moving closer to a 9% tax on prediction market operators, as legislative committees rally around measures aimed at regulating the sector. Legislation to impose a tax under either the state’s Corporation Business Tax or as a Gross Income Tax on prediction market operators’ income has already passed through the committee stage of... Read more »

A campaign to add online sports betting to Nebraska’s 2026 General Election ballot has received more than 350,000 signatures via two petitions, meeting the minimum threshold required to appear on the ballot. According to Nebraska Public Media, organizer Tax Relief Nebraska garnered more than 201,000 signatures on one petition that would change the state’s constitutional... Read more »

Meta had initially proposed acquiring prediction market platform Kalshi before deciding to develop its own standalone prediction market app. That’s according to a report by NPR, citing sources familiar with the discussions. Meta’s Chief Executive reportedly met with Kalshi’s Chief Executive back in 2025 to discuss a potential acquisition. However, negotiations did not progress, with... Read more »

Ana Gaming-operated Cassino Bet has returned to First.bet’s sportsbook tech stack in Brazil as the World Cup continues across the Americas. Cassino Bet was previously supplied by First.bet from January 2025 until close to the end of that year, before migrating to Altenar. The operator returned to First.bet just ahead of the World Cup. The current contract length and review... Read more »

Missouri sportsbooks held 11.9% in May on handle of US$259 million, for revenue of US$30 million. Promotional outlays were US$7 million. Missouri allows tax deductibility of as much as 25% of handle. Promotions declined from April, in which they represented 31% of revenue and 4% of handle. DraftKings narrowly bested FanDuel for revenue, US$11.8 million... Read more »

Sports betting technology supplier Kambi has found a sharp rise in live betting using its Bet Builder during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage. According to a company release, Kambi’s Bet Builder “drove approximately 20% of all live bets throughout the group stage – a substantial increase on the equivalent figure of 3% during... Read more »

A new report indicates that Asia Pacific has seen the sharpest fall in igaming suspicious transaction volumes of any region since 2024, down 45% – from 3.49% in 1Q24 to 1.92% in 1Q26. According to verification platform Sumsub’s latest 71-page iGaming Fraud Report, there has simultaneously been an 18% year-on-year increase in igaming fraud globally.... Read more »

Two former NBA stars have been indicted as part of an alleged sports betting scheme that took place over the 2023-2024 basketball season and included at least four games. ESPN first revealed that former NBA players Malik Beasley (pictured) and Ed Davis are among six people, including an NBA free agent, named in the indictment.... Read more »

A top Alberta minister estimates that the province’s regulated online gaming market, launching on 13 July, will generate CA$76 million in tax revenue in its first year. According to the Edmonton Journal, Alberta Minister of Service and Red Tape Reduction, Dale Nally, pledged that protecting players would be one of Alberta’s top priorities with the... Read more »

Sports betting and igaming operator BetMGM has relaunched Borgata Online, introducing a “reimagined” version of the platform in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The redesigned website features a refreshed interface, simplified navigation, and functionality aligned with BetMGM’s flagship platform. Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City will mark the Borgata Online relaunch with a Fourth... Read more »

US-based digital sports platform Fanatics is gaining a foothold in the UAE, with the region’s only lottery, sports betting and igaming licensee Momentum Group transferring its licenses to a new “strategic joint venture” between the two companies. In a joint release on 29 June, the groups noted the JV is “combining Momentum’s regional expertise, regulatory... Read more »

Fanatics Sportsbook has partnered with betting integrity firms IC360 and Signify Group to launch its Bad Actor Program, aimed at rooting out sports bettors who abuse athletes, coaches, or officials online. Fanatics said that the program is set to start at the beginning of the next football season. It will use Signify Group’s Threat Matrix... Read more »

Two US Democratic Senators are trying to block the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) from using federal funds to challenge state and tribal enforcement of gambling laws against online prediction markets. In a letter to the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, Senators Richard Blumenthal and Jeff Merkley and 15 others asked... Read more »

Online casino slots developer Octoplay has secured a conditional license from Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC), allowing the studio to supply its gaming catalog to operators in the upcoming regulated market. Alberta will be Canada’s second regulated market, going live on 13 July. It marks a key moment for Octoplay’s expansion plans in the... Read more »

Former Macau junket and Cambodia VIP table games operator Century Entertainment is launching a new online gaming platform in the Philippines, under the latest phase of its joint venture partnership with World Platinum Technologies Inc (WPT). According to a filing with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Century Entertainment is planning to double the 27 games... Read more »

Kelly Kehn, co-founder of startup launchpad Defy the Odds, has highlighted the role that startup investment has in supporting the future of the igaming industry, noting that funding is available for early-stage businesses but it can be hard to find. Speaking ahead of moderating the Startup Accelerator at iGB Live, Kehn noted that startups will... Read more »

A recent softening of the Philippines’ online gaming sector appears attributable to the cumulative impact of tighter regulatory requirements rather than the suspension of e-wallet access alone, according to the latest analysis by specialist gambling law firm Arden Consult. There are, however, positive signs of industry-wide recovery as exposed entities adjust to regulator PAGCOR’s new... Read more »

Ontario’s regulated online casino sector set two new records in May, registering the province’s highest online casino handle and revenue figures. During the month, iCasino wagers (handle) amounted to a record CA$8.37 billion, topping the previous record in March, up by 3% month-on-month and 20.5% year-on-year. The sports betting handle fell by 7% monthly, to... Read more »

Light & Wonder has launched a game development studio in Sofia, Bulgaria, as part of its strategy to expand its development capacity across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Galeforce Studio, “set to become a powerhouse development hub for EMEA,” will enhance the company’s ability to develop and release games more efficiently while creating... Read more »

Hong Kong Police have arrested 29-year-old model and adult film actress Erena So Hoi‑lam for allegedly facilitating illegal online gambling by promoting an offshore gambling website through social media. According to reports, So was arrested in Sham Shui Po before being released on bail and is due to report back to police in late July.... Read more »

Light & Wonder Vice President of New Markets Magdalena Podhorska-Okolow explains why she plans to “fail fast” as she trailblazes into emerging markets. Almost six months into her role as VP New Markets & Sales at Light & Wonder, Magdalena Podhorska-Okolow is immersed in some of iGaming’s most promising nascent jurisdictions.  We first met at... Read more »

Global sports betting and gaming group Entain has announced the “phased exit” of its Central and Eastern Europe operation (Entain CEE), selling back a 20% interest to its joint venture partner EMMA Capital for €425 million. Entain CEE was formed in 2022, when EMMA Capital sold its 75% stake in Croatian gaming firm SuperSport to... Read more »

Australian racing and wagering giant Tabcorp has partnered with UK-based sports betting operator DAZN Bet to create and launch a new global sports games platform called WorldPlay. Described to Complete iGaming as a giant global tipping competition, the first edition of the platform – launched for the current football World Cup – will allow fans... Read more »

Authorities in Thailand are on the hunt for a Chinese businessman allegedly linked to a money laundering operation tied to online gambling and illegal crypto mining. According to The Straits Times, Wang Yicheng was charged last November with theft and other offenses under the country’s Computer Crimes Act. Thailand’s Department of Special Investigations alleges Wang... Read more »

A lawmaker in the US state of New Mexico is urging the state’s tribes and pueblos to renegotiate their gaming compact to allow online sports betting. According to Source New Mexico, New Mexico Rep. John Block made the request during an Indian Affairs Committee meeting, where he pushed tribes to rethink a gaming compact that... Read more »

Forbes’ The Global 2000 list again saw strong representation from the iGaming sector this year, despite not making an appearance within the first 1,000 companies. Classified under the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure category on the 24th annual The Global 2000, FanDuel and PokerStars parent company Flutter Entertainment led the iGaming pack, ranked #1191. Forbes placed... Read more »

Global TV Experts, an iGaming TV advertising agency, has launched GTE Pacific after securing access to nationwide television advertising inventory for licensed online gambling operators entering New Zealand’s regulated market. New Zealand’s online casino gambling regulations will come into effect on 3 July 2026, with up to 15 online casino licenses to be granted. GTE... Read more »

It’s rare to find a partnership between commercial and tribal operators. But on Wednesday, Caesars Entertainment announced the expansion of an existing partnership with three Wabanaki Nations.  The Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Mi’kmaq Nation and the Penobscot Nation will partner with Caesars to feature iGaming in Maine. The long-term agreement positions Caesars and its tribal... Read more »

Investors may perceive Meta’s exploration of prediction markets as increased competition for Flutter Entertainment, Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft wrote in a 24 June investor note, but cautioned “it’s not that straightforward, in our view.” “We see regulatory, product and data moats that will protect online sports betting operators in the US and internationally,”... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is suing the US state of Kentucky for trying to shut down federally regulated prediction markets. The CFTC action comes after lawsuits issued by the state’s Attorney General Russell Coleman, as well as the introduction of a prediction market excise tax. In a statement issued on 23 June, the... Read more »

Game verification platform Gamecheck is offering operators that visit its stand at iGB Live one-month free access to its authentic games seal. The independent verification provider will also be the headline sponsor of the Sustainable Gambling Zone at iGB Live London on 1-2 July at Excel London, having sponsored the same arena at ICE Barcelona... Read more »

Meta is reportedly developing a new prediction markets app called “Arena,” planned to operate on a points system, rather than involving real money such as platforms from Kalshi and Polymarket. The news was initially reported by the New York Times, with reports indicating Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg is planning to operate the platform as its... Read more »

Authorities in New Zealand have sentenced the owner and director of New Zealand’s largest illegal lottery to community detention and service for his role in a NZ$11 million yearly operation starting in 2022. According to reports, Waiariki Mcllroy-Jones, the Owner and Director of Jonez LRC Limited, was sentenced by the court to six months of... Read more »

MGM Resorts International and BetMGM have renewed their partnerships with Major League Baseball (MLB), with BetMGM continuing to market its brand and sports wagering offerings across MLB platforms via “multi-year agreements.” The platforms include MLB Network, MLB.com and MLB’s digital portfolio – available to fans in the United States and Canada. The partnership also maintains... Read more »

Philippines gaming technology firm and online platform provider PhilWeb Corporation confirmed Wednesday that it has entered into a Subscription Agreement with renowned businessman Lance Gokongwei for a 15% stake in the company. The billionaire businessman has subscribed to 159,530,742 common shares and 93,841,613 redeemable preferred shares for a total subscription price of Php2.03 billion. If... Read more »

Online prediction market operator Kalshi has added India to its list of restricted jurisdictions following the country’s block on the platform, according to Bloomberg. Kalshi has updated its member agreement to include that users located in India would be banned from trading event contracts on its platform. Since May, Kalshi’s platform has been inaccessible to... Read more »

United States adults are largely opposed to betting on election outcomes on prediction markets, with the majority of one poll’s respondents saying they would not consider placing wagers on prediction markets at all. A new poll from POLITICO found that 44% of adults believe that betting on election outcomes should be unlawful, with a similar... Read more »

Kambi has inked an extended multi-year deal to provide its sportsbook technology to Argentinian operator BetWarrior. The partnership extension strengthens Kambi’s position in Latin America, where it has been growing its footprint. BetWarrior, which is backed by Argentinian land-based casino group Dagma, is one of the largest operators in Argentina and has a sizeable presence... Read more »

Brazil’s federal government has approved new measures to stop unlicensed betting operators, increasing the responsibility of financial institutions, payment providers and promoters, with the nation’s president saying, “we will fight, in every possible way, any illegal bet in this country.” According to an official government release, the Brazilian president signed the new regulations on 19... Read more »

CVC Strategic Opportunities, the investment platform of New Jersey-based private equity firm CVC Capital Partners, has completed the acquisition of a controlling stake in Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) in what the companies are describing as a “strategic partnership to support GLI’s continued growth and long-term development.” GLI, an international test lab covering both online and... Read more »

North Carolina legislators recently announced a 5 percentage point increase on the state tax on sports betting. The new rate is 23%, up from 18%, moving North Carolina ahead of New Jersey, Ohio and Massachusetts in terms of the tax rate on sportsbooks, according to Covers.com’s Brad Senkiw. The 23% rate is expected to generate... Read more »

A California man has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison and forced to pay US$1.3 million in restitution, after pleading guilty to running an illegal gambling business, money laundering, and tax evasion on over US$4 million in undeclared income, according to Inc.com. The Department of Justice confirmed earlier this month that Jason Noah... Read more »

A recent investigation published by The Wall Street Journal has claimed that prediction market platform Polymarket paid online content creators to produce promotional videos simulating betting activity and winnings. The Wall Street Journal reviewed approximately 1,100 videos related to Polymarket, alongside instructional materials provided by the prediction market to creators, finding that many videos were... Read more »

Sportsbook technology supplier FIRST.bet has partnered with online gaming operator OIG Gaming Brazil to power its three online gaming brands: 7Games, Betão, and R7. Under the agreement, FIRST.bet will transition the three brands to sportsbook operators, using its sports betting engine. According to the supplier, 7Games has already built the front end of its sportsbook... Read more »

The CEO of Bragg Gaming Group, Matevž Mazij, has offered his resignation from the board of the company, after the majority of shareholders voted against his re-election. Mazij failed to receive a majority of the votes during the group’s Annual General Meeting of shareholders on 18 June. According to the company’s policy and Canadian law,... Read more »

Philippines technology and digital infrastructure group PhilWeb has unveiled a new visual identity, aimed at “aligning PhilWeb’s public brand, digital presence, and investor communications with the company’s evolving role as a technology-driven infrastructure provider serving regulated digital industries.” In a Monday release, the group noted that the new branding reflects its strong foundation of robust... Read more »

Philippines iGaming giant DigiPlus Interactive Corp has expanded its collection of localized games with the release of “Pinoy Drop Ball Turbo” for its BingoPlus platform. BingoPlus is one of the company’s three core online gaming platforms alongside sports betting site ArenaPlus and card and skill-game platform GameZone. The company said in an announcement that “Pinoy... Read more »

Former Iona University men’s basketball player Adam Njie Jr. has been ruled permanently ineligible for NCAA competition after an investigation that found he agreed to join in a point-shaving scheme, despite claiming he did not ultimately go through with it. An NCAA Division I Committee on Infractions panel released the agreement outlining Njie’s violations and... Read more »

Meta is facing a lawsuit in California that alleges its social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, unlawfully displayed sports betting advertisements to users in the state, where online sports betting is illegal. The complaint was filed in Sacramento County Superior Court by Joseph Allen against Meta and several other defendants who have yet to be... Read more »

Sports entertainment group DAZN has partnered with prediction market operator ADI Predictstreet to launch a free-to-play prediction market experience for the World Cup. The experience will be available on DAZN and will offer users a free way to interact with prediction markets, enabling them to engage with World Cup matches through real-time predictions, leaderboards, and... Read more »

Malaysian police have arrested 58 people and seized more than MYR500,000 in illicit proceeds after a crackdown on illegal gambling during the 2026 World Cup. According to the South China Morning Post, Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director M. Kumar said authorities had launched “Op Soga XI” throughout Malaysia in preparation for an increase in... Read more »

Harsha de Silva, a Sri Lankan Member of Parliament and Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance, has questioned officials about the sudden rise in igaming platforms and directed that a regulator be established. Speaking during a parliamentary session on Tuesday, de Silva raised concerns about the sudden rise in gambling platforms and advertisements... Read more »

DraftKings and FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment presented at the Jefferies Nantucket Consumer Conference on 17-18 June, and, according to Jefferies analyst David Katz, the companies “highlighted early progress on predictions, alongside a focus on market making, which we view as widening the range of outcomes.” World Cup play also was buoying the sports betting giants,... Read more »

A federal judge in Michigan has ruled that sports-related prediction market contracts offered by Polymarket do not fall within the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s regulatory authority. Judge Paul L. Maloney of the US District Court for the Western District of Michigan denied Polymarket’s request for a preliminary injunction that aimed to prevent Michigan regulators from... Read more »

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has filed lawsuits against online sweepstakes casino VGW and prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket, accusing them of offering unlicensed gambling in the state. A statement from the Attorney General’s office, said Coleman had launched three separate lawsuits, one targeting Kalshi and its affiliates, including cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, another targeting Polymarket,... Read more »

Police in China have confirmed the extradition of a key figure in a criminal network allegedly devised by businessman Chen Zhi. Liu Ren’s extradition from Cambodia to China is part of an ongoing criminal investigation linked to transnational fraud and illegal online gambling operations. Chen was previously arrested in Cambodia. According to a statement from... Read more »

Native American tribe, the Cayuga Nation, has filed a federal lawsuit against Caesars Sportsbook, alleging that the operator unlawfully offered mobile sports betting within its reservation boundaries. The lawsuit was filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of New York. The Cayuga Nation is seeking damages, as well as a declaration that... Read more »

Payment provider Neosurf has partnered with financial technology company Mercado Pago to expand the available payment options for online gambling customers in Mexico. Users will be able to transfer money from their Mercado Pago account to participating sports betting operators through the Neosurf wallet. This integration is initially being launched in the Mexican gambling market.... Read more »

The Karnataka High Court has declared that the arrests of three founders of Indian online gaming company Gameskraft by the Enforcement Directorate were unlawful. Justice M. Nagaprasanna allowed petitions filed by the founders, Vikas Taneja, Deepak Singh, and Prithviraj Singh, and ruled that their arrests were contrary to law, directing that all three be released... Read more »

A group of gaming industry representatives has sent a letter to the Senate pushing for a block on prediction market platforms from offering sports-related event contracts The letter, signed by the American Gaming Association, the Indian Gaming Association, and the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers, among others, argues that these contracts offer a form of... Read more »

Online gambling companies that currently target New Zealand customers, including those facing legal action, will be able to apply for licenses under the country’s new online casino regulations, according to The Post. Speaking at Parliament’s Governance and Administration Committee, Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden said there was nothing in the Online Casino Gambling Act... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has ordered online gaming companies to swap their existing responsible gaming ads with promotions for the country’s National Problem Gambling Helpline. The PAGCOR Gaming Licensing and Development Department issued the memorandum which applies to licensees, suppliers, and other regulated gaming bodies. Under the directive, current responsible gaming messages must be replaced... Read more »

Light & Wonder has inked an agreement with leading Philippines integrated resort Solaire under which the supplier’s games will go live on Solaire’s two online platforms: Solaire Online and FUNaloMax. The deal also opens the door to aggregation, with Solaire to utilize the content of the partners available via Light & Wonder’s aggregation. The company... Read more »

Sports betting revenues in Michigan catapulted 51% higher in May, reaching US$77.5 million. Handle also surged, up 18% to US$468 million. Taken together, the numbers implied an unusually high hold rate of 16.7%. Promotional allowances grew exponentially, going from 3.6% of handle in May 2025 to 11.5% in 2026. One wild card in the equation... Read more »

Soft2Bet Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Cochrane thinks his company’s software and technology are as good as any in the gaming industry. But the online casino and sportsbook software provider does one thing Cochrane thinks stands out: retention of players. “Our platform retains players better than other platforms, and I think it does that through technology,... Read more »

Philippine igaming operator DigiPlus has risen to 215th place on the Southeast Asia 500 rankings, marking the third year in a row in which the operator has appeared on the list. The operator improved its position by eight places, moving from 223 in the previous year’s ranking. The Fortune Southeast Asia 500 ranks companies based... Read more »

The legalization of igaming in Washington, D.C. has emerged as a significant talking point in the city’s 2026 election cycle, with lobbying efforts rising from various pro-gambling groups. Mailers have been arriving in residents’ letterboxes supporting the reelection of Ward 5 Council member Zachary Parker, Ward 6 Council member Charles Allen, At-Large Council member Doni... Read more »

Trading platform Robinhood is facing a proposed class action lawsuit alleging that its prediction market offerings amount to illegal sports betting in several US states. The complaint, filed by Georgia resident Matthew Mazza in a federal court in California, argues that Robinhood is offering sports event contracts as financial products when, in essence, they are... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has developed an artificial intelligence tool to support several operational tasks, including reviewing and testing the structure of its prediction market contracts. The tool, known internally as Harrison according to Bloomberg, has been used to help identify potential issues in the wording of contracts offered on the exchange, such as on elections,... Read more »

Vyking Ventures, the investment arm of igaming supplier Vyking, has invested in data and artificial intelligence firm PlayAIO. The new funding will support PlayAIO’s product development and commercial growth, alongside enhancing its platform’s data, reporting, and automation capabilities. PlayAIO develops data and analytics technology designed to help gaming operators, suppliers, and industry stakeholders manage business... Read more »

DraftKings has extended its multi-year partnership with data compliance firm GeoComply, building on a collaboration that has been running for more than a decade. The extended deal follows the launch of DraftKings Sports & Casino app in March, which brought its sportsbook, prediction market, casino, and lottery products under one roof.   GeoComply noted that it... Read more »

The Nevada Gaming Control Board has asked a court to hold prediction market operator Kalshi in contempt for allegedly not complying with a recent court order. According to a filing submitted to the First Judicial District Court for the State of Nevada on 12 June, the regulator claims that Kalshi has not complied with an... Read more »

Flutter Entertainment will delist its shares from the London Stock Exchange, just less than two years after moving its primary listing to New York. The company, which owns sportsbook operator FanDuel, said it had reviewed its trading volumes in London and the costs associated with keeping up a dual listing structure and concluded that delisting... Read more »

Australian igaming content provider Massive Gaming has partnered with igaming technology provider Bragg Gaming Group to distribute its content across global markets. Massive Gaming will provide Bragg with gaming content from its three gaming studios – Slotmart, Whale House, and Blitzcrown. The studios, which develop casino titles ranging from slots to crash-style and plinko games,... Read more »

FinTech company Ovanti has launched the initial release phase of its Ominari prediction market platform, available in Southeast Asia. This is Ovanti’s first entry into the prediction market sector, and the launch follows Ovanti’s recent deal with prediction market platform Yuno.trade. Under that agreement, Ovanti will provide payment processing and infrastructure technology. Ovanti says the... Read more »

Online casino games studio RubyPlay has expanded its presence in the North American market after partnering with Fanatics Casino in New Jersey. RubyPlay will supply Fanatics’ New Jersey platform with its portfolio of gaming content, including titles Mad Hit Mr. Coin, Immortal Ways Magic Gems, and Mad Hit Diamonds. RubyPlay says its partnership with Fanatics... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has sued New Mexico in a dispute over how sports-related prediction markets are regulated. The suit, filed in the US District Court for the District of New Mexico on 12 June, names New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, Attorney General Raúl Torrez, and other state officials as defendants. The federal... Read more »

Polymarket has signed an agreement with the Mexican football league Liga MX, to become the league’s official prediction market sponsor in the US. The partnership will cover Liga MX’s Apertura and Clausura seasons, as well as the Campeon de Campeones and Supercopa de la Liga MX competitions. It will begin with the Campeon de Campeones... Read more »

Better Collective has launched its AI-powered betting product, Playbook, in Brazil ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19. According to the company, Playbook is designed to give sports fans personalized recommendations and betting insights, and to allow them to generate customized bet slips, which they can access through... Read more »

ProphetX has gained approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to operate sports-focused prediction markets in the US. ProphetX said the approval makes it the first sports-native direct-clearing prediction market in the US, concluding a process that began when it submitted its application in November 2025. It later filed a comment letter to respond to... Read more »

The online gaming brand of Sportradar, Playradar, has released four football-themed gaming titles to coincide with the start of the 2026 World Cup on June 11. The new titles include World Football x2026, Virtual Football World Championship 2026, Football Plinko, and Lucky 6: Football Edition. According to Playradar, each was designed to target various player... Read more »

Playtech has launched its online poker network in North America through FanDuel’s PokerStars. According to Playtech, its poker network will power poker games for FanDuel customers in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Ontario.   The network is one of Playtech’s longest-running brands and operates in multiple international regulated markets. It is also Playtech’s first poker... Read more »

Advocacy groups and government officials in Toronto have expressed concerns about an increase in gambling ads associated with the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Speaking this week, the Ontario Tourism, Culture and Gaming Minister Stan Cho said that major sporting events often lead to a rise in gambling ads, which can increase risks for people already... Read more »

Pennsylvania Rep. Jason Ortitay has proposed legislation that would block users of sports betting and igaming platforms from accessing those services while on school property. The state representative said that his proposal targets a gap in the current framework, arguing that although Pennsylvania’s online gaming and sports betting market is restricted to adults, students can... Read more »

Polymarket recorded a monthly decline in trading volume on its international platform in May, its second consecutive monthly fall. According to on-chain data platform Dune Analytics, Polymarket processed just under US$7.1 billion in trading volume during the month, down from more than US$9 billion in April. Both figures were below the platform’s March peak of... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Nationally, igaming revenue continues its inexorable climb toward US$1 billion a month, in April reaching US$938.5 million compared to April 2025’s US$800 million. Delaware set a new record for monthly revenue, while Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut fell short... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has set out new rules that would allow prediction markets to offer sports-related event contracts in the US but would restrict some types of wagers. In a 267-page notice published on Wednesday, the federal regulator set out plans to allow contracts tied to sport, including final scores, match winner, tournament... Read more »

The New Zealand government has introduced regulations to implement the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026, ahead of the legislation taking effect on 3 July 2026. The Act establishes a legal and regulated online casino market in New Zealand, introducing a licensing framework for operators and granting authorities oversight of igaming activity. The newly released regulations... Read more »

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers and leaders from the state’s 11 federally recognized tribes have begun discussions on the next steps toward legal online sports betting. The governor met with tribal leaders at the state’s Capitol on June 1, following the enactment of a new sports betting law in April, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.... Read more »

Philippine operator DigiPlus has inked a cooperation agreement between its subsidiary, Total GameZone Xtreme Incorporated, and International Entertainment’s subsidiary, New Coast Leisure, to build a digital gambling platform for LaVie Casino. According to a DigiPlus Philippine Stock Exchange filing on June 10, Total GameZone Xtreme and New Coast Leisure will work together on a non-exclusive... Read more »

FanDuel Predicts is expanding its event contract portfolio through a partnership with Crypto.com and its Commodity Futures Trading Commission-regulated exchange and clearinghouse, OG Prediction Markets. Crypto.com will supply FanDuel with various entertainment and sports contracts already listed on OG. The new features will give customers access to a larger selection of markets while enhancing the... Read more »

Online casino games supplier RLX Gaming has launched its aggregation services in the US after signing a deal with game developer ReelPlay. The initial rollout will take place in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, with plans to expand into other states in the coming months. Under the agreement, a range of ReelPlay slot titles will be... Read more »

The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming has appointed Carlos Lima as its new Executive President. Lima has deep experience of government relations, public policy, and regulatory affairs. He is expected to strengthen the organisation’s dialogue with the Federal Government, the National Congress, regulatory bodies, and civil society. His appointment follows the September resignation of Fernando... Read more »

Media platform OneFootball and Polymarket have partnered to add prediction markets to OneFootball’s digital platforms. The deal will enable users to access prediction markets on football matches, player transfers, and tournament outcomes through the OneFootball app and website. The first rollout will be focused on match pages, editorial content, and video features. Polymarket will integrate... Read more »

Although its sportsbook held at 12.6% in May, DraftKings saw declines in handle and win in Oregon, where it is the exclusive online sports betting provider. Winnings subsided 5.1% to US$9.8 million, off of handle of US$77.6 million. That was 3.7% less money wagered than the year before. Parlay bets were favorable to the house,... Read more »

FanDuel is reported to be cutting more jobs, marking the third time the sportsbook has reduced its workforce in the past year. According to Front Office Sports a few hundred employees were affected by the latest round of layoffs, with positions in software engineering, customer support, and business development affected. The cuts are said to... Read more »

Operator SkillOnNet has launched a range of games from Japanese casino games developer Konami Online’s portfolio on its PlayUZU platform in Mexico. It marks the first deployment under an expanded partnership between the companies, with additional launches planned in other regulated markets in the coming months. The games include China Shores, All Aboard, African Diamond,... Read more »

Paraguay’s National Directorate of Tax Revenue has revealed that the country’s gaming regulator, Conajzar, recorded PYG19.6 billion in gaming revenue for May, the highest figure so far in 2026. Revenue rose 4.8% year-on-year from PYG18.7 billion in May 2025. Likewise, revenue collected in the first five months of 2026 reached PYG94.2 billion, up 13.7% from... Read more »

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission plans to step up online monitoring to curb illegal gambling during the FIFA World Cup 2026. In a statement to Asia News, the multimedia regulator said it will closely monitor websites, social media platforms, and online services that might be used to promote unlawful betting, adding that there is... Read more »

The former Chief Executive of Australian casino group Crown Resorts, Ciarán Carruthers, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the UAE’s gambling regulator, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority. According to the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority’s social media accounts, Carruthers’ role is effective immediately with a mandate to lead the regulator as... Read more »

During its first-quarter earnings call, Sportradar executives teased a possible, major announcement. They followed up on 8 June with a “global agreement” with Kalshi. The pact is a non-exclusive agreement of unspecified, multi-year duration. Kalshi will have access to Sportradar’s data streams from Major League Baseball, the National Hockey League, Major League Soccer and the... Read more »

China and Sri Lanka have stepped up joint law enforcement efforts to combat cross-border igaming, according to the Chinese Embassy in Colombo. The Embassy said authorities in both countries are working together to target illegal gambling operations and fraud networks that have reportedly moved to Sri Lanka from other parts of Southeast Asia, noting that... Read more »

North Carolina lawmakers are considering raising taxes on sports betting operators as negotiations over the state’s next budget continue. According to WRAL News, the state wants to generate more revenue to help pay for spending priorities. Last week, House budget writer Donny Lambeth confirmed that both legislative chambers have agreed to raise the sports betting... Read more »

Casino software provider Endorphina Limited has been granted a gaming-related vendor license by the United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, allowing Endorphina to supply its gaming products and services within the UAE’s market. The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority serves as the federal authority for regulating and overseeing commercial gaming activities across the... Read more »

Hong Kong police have warned that football fans who use overseas betting sites could be in violation of local gambling laws, even if the platforms are legally registered in other countries. The warning comes ahead of the FIFA World Cup, which starts on 11 June. Police said anyone in Hong Kong who places bets with... Read more »

Residents of the United Arab Emirates can place legal wagers on the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament through the country’s only licensed sports betting platform, Play971. The operator became UAE’s first licensed sportsbook and igaming website after receiving approval from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority in November. After a testing phase and soft launch,... Read more »

Winnings for New York State’s online sports books plunged 18% in May, as hold slipped to 9.6%. Books won $204.2 million on handle of $2.1 billion, down 8% from 2025. FanDuel led in handle and win. It realized revenue of $88.7 million off handle of $767.8 million, holding at an 11.6% clip, also a state-leading... Read more »

Trading platform Robinhood has expanded its 2026 World Cup prediction market offering by featuring additional event contracts on the tournament through its derivatives exchange Rothera. Robinhood and Susquehanna International Group acquired a majority stake in Rothera last year. Both companies announced the exchange will handle a large share of the 2026 World Cup tournament contracts,... Read more »

The World Lottery Association has intensified its criticism of prediction markets, calling for regulators to subject the rapidly growing sector to the same rules and safeguards that apply to traditional gambling operators. In a paper on the matter, the World Lottery Association said that platforms that offer users the chance to profit from predicting the... Read more »

New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez has filed a lawsuit against prediction market Kalshi, alleging it offered illegal online sports betting in the state without approval from the New Mexico Gaming Control Board. The lawsuit, filed in state District Court in Santa Fe, also alleged the platform was made available to users aged 18 and... Read more »

BetMGM has set a US$500,000 bonus-bet pool for each goal scored by the US men’s national team during the 2026 World Cup. Eligible customers must place a pre-match wager of at least US$5 on a US match to qualify for a share of the pool. The bonus bets will be split among qualifying customers for... Read more »

Bet365 has launched free-to-play app Bet365 Fantasy Sports in partnership with sports betting and gamification provider LOW6. Bet365 Fantasy Sports is available for those aged 18 and over in the US and Canada, excluding Washington state. The app combines fantasy sports competition and gameplay with collectible athlete cards, allowing users to build teams, earn in-game... Read more »

Delaware North has launched the first phase of its rebranded digital offering with Ember Casino in New Jersey. The operator said the platform represents a broader rebrand of its operations, citing a need to have its gaming business under a unified brand. It said it will begin transferring its existing digital operations from its Betly... Read more »

Software provider Comtrade Gaming has partnered with Canadian Bank Note Company to support its lottery and gaming operations across Central America and the Caribbean. Comtrade Gaming’s platform technology will be utilized across Canadian Bank Note Company’s digital lottery and gaming systems in the region, intended to support operational performance, scalability, and efficiency. Canadian Bank Note... Read more »

US federal authorities are investigating controversial former congressman George Santos after prediction market Kalshi reported suspicious trading activity on his account to the Justice Department. Two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News that Kalshi flagged a series of trades linked to Santos ahead of President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address in... Read more »

Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of Australian operator Sportsbet, has launched a subscription-based rewards club that charges members AU$19 per month to access prize draws, discounts, and rebates on sporting and lifestyle purchases. Sportsdream Rewards operates under ‘trade promotion’ regulations rather than gambling laws, placing it outside of the rules that apply to licensed gambling... Read more »

Philippine gross gaming revenue is expected to fall by 19% in 2026, according to the country’s gaming regulator PAGCOR. Speaking on Tuesday, PAGCOR Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco said revenue could fall to around PHP320 billion to PHP350 billion, compared to last year’s total of PHP396.14 billion. According to Business World, Tengco said the decline is... Read more »

Rhode Island lawmakers are debating a bill that would expand the state’s sports betting market by granting between four and six new sportsbook licenses. Supporters say the proposal, sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Frank Ciccone, will increase competition and improve betting options for Rhode Island residents, according to the Providence Journal. They argue that some... Read more »

Caesars Entertainment has renewed its partnership with data compliance firm GeoComply, with the latter supplying its digital identity platform under a new multi-year deal. Caesars will extend the deployment of GeoComply’s identity platform, IDComply, across its gaming platforms. The identity platform provides Caesars with real-time player data to support operational decision-making across its platforms, helping... Read more »

A Carson City judge has granted a preliminary injunction barring the prediction market platform Polymarket from operating in the state. This is another victory for the state’s gaming regulator, the Nevada Gaming Control Board, against prediction platforms, following similar injunctions previously obtained against Kalshi and Coinbase. The injunction follows a lawsuit filed by the regulator.... Read more »

Software provider 1X2 Network has launched a selection of its online casino games in West Virginia via deals with online casino operators Rush Street Interactive, Caesars Entertainment, and Fanatics Casino. The launch marks the company’s second regulated US market after its entry into Michigan in 2024. Through its partnerships with Caesars, Fanatics, and Rush Street,... Read more »

Software developer Gaming Corps has expanded its presence in Brazil through a partnership with local operator KTO. Under the agreement, KTO users will be able to access Gaming Corps’ full portfolio of gaming titles. This includes the football-themed Penalty Champion, the instant-win scratch game Instant Blitz, and games in the software developers’ Pigs series, like... Read more »

A House minority lawmaker has called on the Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR to conduct a review of billboard advertising promoting online gambling. Rep. Audrey Kay Zubiri expressed concern at the spread of gambling billboards across Manila during a committee hearing on Tuesday, according to the Manila Standard. She questioned PAGCOR and the Ad Standards Council... Read more »

Software developer Ready Play Gaming has expanded the reach of its slot portfolio in partnership with operator SkillOnNet, launching its games across its brands in Canada and Mexico. Additional market launches are planned for later in 2026. Players at SkillOnNet platforms, including PlayOJO, PlayUZU, Slingo, Mega Casino, and LuckyNiki, will have access to Ready Play... Read more »

BetMGM and hotel loyalty program Marriott Bonvoy have launched a sweepstakes game that gives players the chance to win trips to New York City for a World Cup event in July. The sweepstake runs through June 21 and is open to eligible BetMGM users who link their BetMGM and Marriott Bonvoy accounts and place a... Read more »

Bragg Gaming Group has revealed plans to raise up to US$1.3 million through a non-brokered private placement of up to 751,445 subscription receipts priced at US$1.73 each. The fundraising deal is expected to close on or around 19 June, subject to regulatory and stock exchange approvals. The net proceeds will predominantly be used for general... Read more »

Playson has partnered with Caesars Entertainment in Ontario, expanding the availability of its online casino games at Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino. Under the partnership, a selection of Playson titles will be added to Caesars Entertainment’s online casino offerings through Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform. This includes games... Read more »

Betting data supplier Beter has expanded its presence in North America after receiving regulatory approval from the Illinois Gaming Board. The regulator has added Beter’s Setka Cup table tennis content to the state’s sports wagering catalog, allowing it to supply operators in the state with live data and streaming services associated with its table tennis... Read more »

FanDuel has launched a new Love Island slot title in partnership with ITV Studios and its reality dating TV game show format. Developed by White Hat Gaming, Love Island: Unlocked is the second game launched under the multi-title partnership. It is available to FanDuel Casino users in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Michigan, and... Read more »

Offshore gambling operators continue to target Indian customers through online ads, despite stricter gaming regulations, according to new data. The Advertising Standards Council of India’s latest annual complaints report identified 7,927 offshore betting ads during 2025, including 6,933 between April and December. The category accounted for the highest number of advertising violations during the year.... Read more »

Kambi Group on Monday announced it has agreed a long-term extension to its partnership with Desert Diamond Casino, an enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation. Kambi will continue to power the tribal operator’s online and on-property sportsbook operations. The multi-channel renewal extends Kambi’s provision of its turnkey sportsbook product across Desert Diamond Casino’s online sportsbook and four properties in Arizona, including its Tucson, Sahuarita and... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has updated its regulatory framework to expand its anti-money laundering network to include banks and e-wallet providers. In a memorandum released over the weekend, the state-run gambling regulator said the changes are intended to streamline existing rules and address inconsistencies in oversight of electronic gaming transactions. A key feature of the... Read more »

Police in Thailand have increased efforts to combat igaming ahead of the FIFA World Cup, with a particular focus on football wagering websites and gambling-related social media content. As reported by the Bangkok Post, Police Lieutenant General Trairong Piwpan, Deputy Director of the Technology Crime Suppression Center, said a nationwide operation was ordered by Police... Read more »

Philippine gambling company DigiPlus has appointed Ping Chen as President, replacing Andy Tsui, who has stepped down after serving as President and Director for more than four years. Chen also was elected to the board and assumed both roles immediately. The appointment was confirmed at the board’s organizational meeting, which followed its annual stockholders’ meeting... Read more »

An official associated with the Philippine gambling company Digiplus has confirmed that the group has partnered with the Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR for a responsible gambling initiative, according to the Philippine News Agency. Speaking at a briefing in Taguig City, Erik Su, the head of Digiplus’ sports betting platform ArenaPlus, said it was up to... Read more »

Research from online payments company Paysafe has found growing interest among US sports bettors in using cryptocurrency to fund online wagering accounts. According to the company’s “All the Ways Players Pay: Crypto Edition” report, released on 1 June and reported on first by COMPLETE iGAMING, 83% of respondents said they would consider using cryptocurrency to... Read more »

Sports betting providers in Missouri rang up US$273.4 million in wagers in April and US$33.5 million in revenue. That translated to a hold rate of 12.3%. Players received promotional allowances worth US$10 million, or 31% of win. Such outlays are tax-deductible in Missouri. DraftKings led the state in handle and revenue. It booked US$102.5 million... Read more »

FanDuel is seeking to expand Rhode Island’s online sports betting market from its two-operator limit. FanDuel is backing a bill introduced in February by Rep. Matthew Dawson. House Bill 8186 would expand the market to include four to six operators and lower the sports wagering tax rate from 51% to 12%. According to the Boston... Read more »

Kalshi has sued Minnesota, challenging legislation that bans prediction markets from operating or being advertised in the state. The bill, SF 3432, was signed by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz this month and is scheduled to take effect on August 1. It makes it a criminal offense to operate or promote prediction market services in the... Read more »

Ontario’s government said it is reviewing the increase in sports betting and gambling advertisements after rejecting proposed legislation that aimed to ban igaming commercials. Introduced by Ontario Liberal Member of Provincial Parliament Lee Fairclough in April, the Stop Harmful Gambling Advertising Act was voted down at a second reading in May. Despite the bill’s defeat,... Read more »

Australia’s federal government has faced criticism from gambling reform advocates for what they call its “timid” response to the 2023 Murphy parliamentary inquiry into gambling harm. The inquiry, led by the late Labor Member of Parliament Peta Murphy, recommended a phased ban on gambling advertisements across broadcast, online, and social media platforms, alongside 31 other... Read more »

Ontario’s igaming regulator, iGaming Ontario, has reported that cash wagers in April reached CA$9.3 billion, up 19.5% year-over-year. Non-adjusted gross gaming revenue was up 29.4% year-over-year. Active player accounts hit 1.265 million in April, and average revenue per active account increased to CA$321. Online casinos made up most of the regulated market, reporting CA$8.1 billion... Read more »

The American Gaming Association says estimates show that US states have lost out on more than US$1 billion in tax revenue because of the rise of prediction markets. Speaking on CNBC’s Squawk Box on Thursday, American Gaming Association President and CEO Bill Miller shared the results, adding that the loss of additional tax revenue would... Read more »

India’s Supreme Court has upheld a retroactive 28% goods and services tax levy on igaming firms, approving tax demands totaling nearly INR2.5 trillion. The bench, comprising of Justices JB Pardiwala and R Mahadevan, dismissed claims by real-money gaming firms and industry bodies that challenged the goods and services tax, arguing that it would hurt businesses.... Read more »

Fanatics’ prediction market subsidiary Fanatics Markets and ADI Predictstreet have launched an official FIFA World Cup 2026 hub designed to give US soccer fans a more interactive way to follow the upcoming tournament. The new platform, announced on Wednesday, will combine prediction markets, live statistics, tournament news, and fan-focused content into a single experience available... Read more »

A Google engineer was arrested in the US on Wednesday after prosecutors accused him of using confidential company information to place profitable bets on Polymarket. Federal prosecutors in New York charged Michele Spagnuolo, an Italian citizen living in Switzerland, with insider trading-related offenses linked to millions of dollars in wagers placed on the platform. Authorities... Read more »

A new proposal from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on regulating prediction markets is under review by the White House, according to a filing published this week. The filing, first reported by Bloomberg, showed that the proposal is under review by the Office of Management and Budget, though details of the plan were not disclosed.... Read more »

A new poll, exclusively provided to The Center Square, found that more Americans oppose the legalization of sports wagering than support it. The poll, conducted by public opinion research firm Overton Insights, was conducted between May 16 and 20 and surveyed 1,377 registered voters. The survey found that 47% of respondents opposed legalized sports wagering,... Read more »

Embattled firm Sportradar suffered another blow on 27 May, as J.P. Morgan analysts downgraded it to “neutral.” Their price target remained at US$16 per share. Morgan analysts wrote that “we see more compelling near-term upside elsewhere in our gaming coverage.” They added that Sportradar “is likely reflecting a near worst-case scenario re: its unregulated exposure,... Read more »

President Donald Trump has publicly backed prediction market platforms amid legal and regulatory challenges from several US states. In a post made to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump said it was important that prediction market companies remain under the oversight of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and continue operating without interference from state... Read more »

US Senator Brian Schatz has said he is preparing legislation to tighten oversight of sports betting by targeting micro prop bets and illegal offshore sportsbooks, according to Spectrum News. Schatz said the bill would ban so-called micro prop bets, which are wagers placed on highly specific in-game events such as the outcome of a single... Read more »

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has appealed a federal court ruling that temporarily blocked the state from enforcing its sports betting laws against Kalshi. The dispute centers on whether Kalshi’s sports-event contracts should be treated as federally regulated financial products or as unlicensed sports wagering under Tennessee law. In a filing before the US Court... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has launched a 24-hour national helpline to tackle gambling addiction. The National Problem Gambling Helpline, launched on Tuesday, provides confidential counseling and support services for people dealing with gambling-related issues and affected family members, and connects callers with trained counselors. PAGCOR is working in partnership with Seagulls Flock Organization, a nonprofit... Read more »

International securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld has filed a class-action lawsuit against Sportradar after the group saw its shares drop 22% after allegations that it worked with illegal gaming operators. The lawsuit was filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York and targets Sportradar and certain senior executives,... Read more »

Bally’s has been tentatively selected by the Rhode Island Lottery to launch Rhode Island’s second online sportsbook, ending the state’s single-operator mobile betting market that has existed since 2019. The company received a tentative five-year agreement after a process that included Rush Street Interactive. Contract negotiations are ongoing, Rhode Island Lottery spokesman Paul Grimaldi told... Read more »

Mexican icasino and sports betting operator Winpot has partnered with igaming content provider Reevo to expand its gaming portfolio. Winpot will get a variety of Reevo-developed gaming titles, including Hot Chili Party, Three Wild Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf, Electro Reels Power Portal, Mackereels Catch Them All, and Reel Fortune. Reevo operates as a... Read more »

Indonesia has moved to block access to prediction market platform Polymarket after regulators claimed the site was effectively offering igaming under another name. The country’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs said prediction markets that allow users to bet on future outcomes fall under Indonesia’s gambling laws, even when they operate via cryptocurrency and blockchain... Read more »

Igaming content provider Expanse Studios has expanded its presence in the LatAm market after receiving certification to offer part of its gaming portfolio in Colombia. According to Expanse Studios, three of its gaming titles were certified by testing laboratory Gaming Associates – Gates of Olympia, Candy’s Bonanza, and Leprechaun’s Wish. These games can be provided... Read more »

Light & Wonder will introduce the igaming content of games developer Playson to licensed operators in the Philippines after receiving approval from regulator PAGCOR. Coming some eight months after becoming the first international accredited systems aggregator and game content provider to be licensed by PAGCOR, Light & Wonder told COMPLETE iGAMING that the Playson partnership represented the maiden approval... Read more »

Existing and prospective business-to-business providers to the Philippines’ igaming industry will have until 31 July to comply with accreditation requirements under the new regulatory framework being implemented by regulator PAGCOR. PAGCOR also has provided a two-month window from 31 May in which contracted providers that have submitted their applications for accreditation may continue their operations... Read more »

James Comer, Chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, says the committee will be investigating potential insider trading on prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. In an interview with CNBC’s Squawk Box on Friday, Comer said that the committee was seeking information from both companies about how they monitor suspicious trading activity and... Read more »

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha has sued Kalshi and Polymarket, escalating a legal dispute over whether the companies can offer contracts tied to sports outcomes in the state. The legal action came hours after Kalshi filed its own lawsuit in federal court on 21 May seeking to block Rhode Island from restricting its operations.... Read more »

Sports betting technology group Sportradar has released the results of an AI-based simulation for this summer’s FIFA World Cup, which projects France and Spain as the most likely tournament winners. According to the company, its probability model ran 100,000 simulations for each of the tournament’s 104 matches, and the results showed that France and Spain... Read more »

Casino software developer Play’n Go has received regulatory approval to provide igaming content in Alberta, after being granted a license by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission. The license allows the software provider to distribute its icasino games to licensed operators in the province ahead of Alberta’s regulated gambling market launch on July 13.... Read more »

Three class-action lawsuits have been filed in the Auckland High Court in New Zealand against igaming operators, alleging that the companies operated unlawful offshore casino services to local players. The legal proceedings have named operators Super Group, Bet365, and SkyCity Entertainment Group, along with its overseas partner. The claims relate to alleged player losses between... Read more »

Polymarket is preparing to pursue government approval in Japan and has appointed a local representative as it explores entry into the market. According to Bloomberg, people familiar with the matter said that the company is aiming for authorization from the Japanese government by 2030. They also say that Polymarket’s Japan strategy is being led by... Read more »

DraftKings, the sole online sports betting provider in Oregon, generated revenue of US$10.6 million in April, up 10.7% year-over-year. Handle increased 10.3%, reaching US$86.6 million. DraftKings held at 12.3%. High-margin parlay bets represented US$28.8 million in handle and US$6.8 million in winnings. Parlays held at 23.5% and were 33.2% of money wagered. Single-event bets won... Read more »

The NHL has signed an information-sharing agreement with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission aimed at protecting the integrity of prediction markets linked to professional hockey events. Prediction market platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi allow users to trade contracts tied to outcomes ranging from elections to sporting events. Prediction markets tied to sporting events have... Read more »

A political action committee backed by sports betting companies DraftKings and FanDuel secured a series of victories in Alabama’s Republican primary elections, according to Bloomberg. The American Conservative Fund, a super PAC supported by the operators, spent more than US$9.3 million on Alabama primary races, backing 17 candidates. Twelve of those candidates won outright or... Read more »

India’s central government is moving to formally block prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, according to a senior official at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. A blocking order against Polymarket had been issued, the official said, with the Kalshi order moving through the same process. Both platforms had continued to allow Indian users... Read more »

Digital customer acquisition company Media Troopers has expanded its presence in the LatAm market with plans to enter Peru ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The company says it will offer sports betting and prediction market services in Peru, where the igaming sector has expanded rapidly since regulation was introduced in 2024. Peru’s market... Read more »

Sports betting technology supplier Kambi Group has entered into a multi-year online sports betting deal with online lottery operator Canadian Bank Note Company, expanding its presence in the LatAm and Caribbean markets. Under the partnership, Kambi will supply Canadian Bank Note Company’s online betting brands, Let’s Bet and Apostemos, with its turnkey sportsbook technology. Kambi... Read more »

The Korea Communications Standards Commission is reviewing Polymarket amid concerns the service could constitute illegal gambling under South Korean law. According to a report by local media outlet Bloomingbit, the commission – which undertook the review after receiving a complaint – will explore whether Polymarket can be classified as illegal gambling and whether it can be... Read more »

Polymarket is preparing to add the option to bet on sports parlays after filing for a Combinatorial Outcome Contract with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. According to the filing, Polymarket’s parlays would allow users to combine multiple event predictions into a single position, like a wager. The structure is very similar to parlays commonly used... Read more »

Content provider Stakelogic has expanded its presence in Ontario with a partnership with PowerPlay. Stakelogic’s full slot portfolio will be available to PowerPlay customers in Ontario, via an integration deal facilitated by game development firm Relax Gaming. Among the range of classic and video slot titles that will be available to PowerPlay is the latest... Read more »

Better Collective has reported a 5% year-on-year increase in revenue to €86 million in Q1 2026, alongside news that it has expanded its existing partnership with social networking platform X. The agreement builds on the initial US rollout of the AI-powered betting solution Playbook, which Better Collective said has seen high adoption and processes millions... Read more »

Sports betting and igaming affiliate Gentoo Media has reported a Q1 2026 revenue of €24 million, representing a 5% year-on-year decrease. It attributed the decline to lower sports margins in February and an ongoing focus on higher-margin revenue streams. EBITDA before special items rose to €10.5 million, reflecting a 19% annual rise, with EBITDA margin... Read more »

Korea’s Sports Toto operator, Korea Sports Leisure, is running a two-week interactive campaign aimed at preventing underage gambling, delivered through its integrity platform With Toto. The program ran from 11 to 24 May 2026, timed to coincide with Youth Gambling Problem Prevention Week, which fell from 11 to 17 May. Korea Sports Leisure said the... Read more »

FanDuel is getting into the film business for a worthy cause. In advance of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis, FanDuel is producing a new and original content series that takes fans behind the scenes of the games. Starting 28 May, the short films will follow Special Olympics athletes as they prepare for... Read more »

A Chinese first-instance court has accused former South Korean midfielder Son Jun-ho of match-fixing during his Chinese Super League career. The court found Son and former Shandong Taishan teammate Guo Tianyu “refrained from aggressive play and intentionally slowed the game’s tempo” in two fixtures in late 2021 and early 2022, both of which were tied... Read more »

Software provider EveryMatrix has secured conditional licensing approval from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission. The license allows EveryMatrix to offer its sports betting and casino technology services to operators in the province, as well as supplying games from its in-house studio, Fantasma Games. The company is expanding in North America having already received... Read more »

Sportradar is facing a class action lawsuit from a group of investors who claim they were misled over partnerships with illegal gambling sites. The complaint, filed in a New York federal court on Monday, claims that Sportradar told investors it maintained strict compliance procedures and worked only with regulated betting companies. Shareholders claim those statements... Read more »

World Cup-related betting in the US is projected to generate US$3.3 billion in handle, according to a study by Deutsche Bank analyst Steven Pizzella. Pizzella felt that at least US$2.5 billion would be wagered on the tournament and possibly as much as US$4.1 billion. The World Cup, he wrote on May 18, “could be a... Read more »

Omnichannel platform provider Pronet Gaming has had several team members shortlisted for the 2026 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards. The WIG Diversity Awards, which will take place on 12 June at The Savoy Hotel in London, are widely recognized as a leading celebration within the gaming industry. The awards provide employers with an opportunity to... Read more »

Interim Alberta iGaming Corporation Chief Executive Dan Keene has been appointed to the role permanently. Under his leadership, Alberta iGaming Corporation will launch Alberta’s regulated igaming market on July 13. Keene played a pivotal role in shaping the province’s gaming landscape,  through his work standing up Alberta iGaming Corporation and in previous roles at the... Read more »

US Sens. Katie Britt and Richard Blumenthal have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at restricting online gambling ads targeting minors. The Gaming Advertisement to Minors Enforcement Act would prohibit social media sites from directing sports betting and prediction market ads to users under 18. The bill would be enforced by the Federal Trade Commission and... Read more »

The Kentucky Lottery has added online lottery supplier Instant Win Gaming’s progressive jackpot program, Must Go Jackpots. Instant Win Gaming said the Kentucky Lottery is the first North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries and World Lottery Association Member to host its progressive jackpot. Must Go Jackpots are similar to other progressive jackpot games,... Read more »

Kalshi has become the first prediction market to join the National Council on Problem Gambling amid growing scrutiny from state regulators over its event contracts. The company announced on Monday that it will provide US$2 million over the next two years to support a new initiative focused on “trader health and safety.” The funding will... Read more »

Sports betting platform Betano will sponsor the upcoming 2026 World Cup in LatAm and European markets, following an extension of its existing deal with FIFA. Betano, which is operated by Kaizen Gaming, became the World Cup’s first betting sponsor during the 2022 tournament in Qatar, when FIFA approved a Europe-only arrangement with the company. According... Read more »

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed Senate File 2289, giving the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission more power against unregulated gaming. SF 2289, which was signed by Gov. Reynolds on May 15, introduces stronger enforcement action, granting the regulator proper authority to carry out cease-and-desists and injunctive relief against illegal gambling operators. That includes sweepstakes... Read more »

iGaming-centric operators like Rush Street Interactive posted strong first-quarter results, while online sports betting platforms like DraftKings and Flutter Entertainment beat projections but had to curb long-term revenue guidance. Those were among the findings of Macquarie Equity Research analyst Chad Beynon, in a May 18 investor note. Generally speaking, online operators reported 9% improvements in... Read more »

Prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket have continued to allow users in India to register and trade on their platforms despite warnings from India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology that such activity is banned. According to Bloomberg, in a letter published on the ministry’s website, the agency said users were accessing “illegal and blocked... Read more »

iCasino games developer Incentive Games has been awarded an interim gaming license by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Incentive Games can offer its real-money game portfolio to operators licensed in the state. According to Incentive Games, its entry into Pennsylvania builds on its entry into other gaming markets, including Michigan in 2025, and strengthens its... Read more »

The NFL has submitted recommendations to the Commodities Futures Trading Commission on the regulation of sports-related prediction markets. According to CNBC, the letter was sent to the Commission Chairman Michael Selig by the NFL’s Senior Vice President for Government Affairs and Public Policy Brendon Plack. “These suggestions are aimed at (i) protecting the integrity of... Read more »

Sports betting operator Sporttrade will leave the US market, according to a notice on 15 May. In that notice, Sporttrade revealed that wagering on its platforms will cease on 25 May. Users in New Jersey need to withdraw all money on that same day, while users in Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, and Virginia can withdraw their... Read more »

iSlots developer Gaming Corps has entered the Brazilian market after extending its partnership with sportsbook operator Bet365. Brazilian players will be able to access Gaming Corps’ entire gaming portfolio on Bet365, including instant-win games such as Penalty Champion and slots like 3 Pigs of Olympus and 3 Pigs of the Caribbean. “Extending our partnership with... Read more »

A significant year-over-year decline in domestic igaming revenue saw industry-wide gross gaming revenue decline 15.9% year-on-year to Php87.6 billion (US$1.42 billion) in the three months to 31 March, according to data from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). The gaming regulator said the first-quarter decline was largely driven by the weaker performance of the... Read more »

Korea Sports Leisure has offered rewards of up to KRW200 million for people who report sports gambling activities as part of efforts to strengthen enforcement against unauthorized betting operations. The company, which operates the country’s sports promotion lottery site, Sport Toto, said the rewards were available through its Illegal Sports Toto Reporting Center. Reporting targets... Read more »

Bragg Gaming has generated €25.7 million in the first quarter of 2026, up slightly from the previous year’s figure and growing 0.6% overall.   The company posted an operating loss of €1.4 million for the quarter, improving from a €1.7 million loss a year earlier. Net loss also fell, down 55% to €1.2 million, compared... Read more »

Ontario’s online gambling regulator, iGaming Ontario, has introduced BetGuard, a responsible gambling tool that enables individuals to opt out of all regulated Ontario online casinos and sports betting sites. According to iGaming Ontario, those who choose to use BetGuard will be prohibited from accessing existing accounts or creating new accounts with regulated operators. Participants can... Read more »

Georgia’s battle over legalizing sports betting has become a major issue in the 2026 election cycle, with gambling companies funneling millions of dollars into campaigns supporting candidates who favor regulation of the industry. Following the collapse of a sports betting bill in the Georgia House earlier this year, major betting operators are now backing lawmakers... Read more »

Philippine online gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive has detailed its relaunch of its Brazil operations and discussed its planned expansion into South Africa. Speaking at the Philippine Stock Exchange’s STAR Investors Day on Thursday, DigiPlus President Andy Tsui said it was in the final stages of preparation for the Brazilian relaunch, which he now expected to... Read more »

South Australian health leaders and gambling reform advocates have condemned the Australian government’s long-awaited response to a landmark inquiry into online gambling harm, arguing the measures do not go far enough. The response, which comes more than 1,000 days after the parliamentary inquiry led by late Labor MP Peta Murphy, introduces limits on gambling advertising... Read more »

More than 200 alleged cases of underage sports betting were reported in Connecticut over a 12-month period, according to state records. The records show multiple cases of children using their parents’ DraftKings and FanDuel accounts, uncovered through a Freedom of Information Act request by the CT Insider. The reports, spanning from February 2025 through February... Read more »

Prediction market Polymarket has recorded its first monthly decline in trading volume since August, with technical issues and growing competition with rival Kalshi blamed for the fall. Trading volume across Polymarket’s offshore exchange and US app fell by around 9% to US$10.3 billion in April, according to figures published by Dune Analytics. Over the same... Read more »

Colorado lawmakers have approved a sweeping sports betting reform bill that would ban credit card use for online wagering and introduce new restrictions to curb excessive gambling. Senate Bill 26-131 will now head to Gov. Jared Polis for his consideration after initially passing the Senate in April after a 20-14 vote. The measure is part... Read more »

GiG Software has revealed that long-term partner operator LuckyDays is preparing to enter Alberta’s regulated gaming market, which is expected to go live on July 13. GiG’s entry into Alberta through LuckyDays represents growth in the North American-regulated market. “Alberta represents a compelling growth opportunity for GiG as Canada’s regulated igaming market continues to expand.... Read more »

Online lottery studio Playforge has entered the North American-regulated market after securing a distribution agreement with lottery content provider EQL Games. The partnership will see Playforge’s portfolio integrated through EQL’s platform, giving North American lotteries access to a range of digital instant-win titles and new game formats, including its Rotocade and Dial genres. The studio... Read more »

Three Pueblo nations and one Native American tribe in New Mexico have filed a lawsuit against prediction market Kalshi, accusing the company of illegally offering sports betting on tribal lands. The complaint was brought by the Mescalero Apache Tribe along with the Pueblos of Isleta, Pojoaque, and Sandia. Tribal leaders argue that Kalshi’s sports event... Read more »

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael Selig has said the regulator is in talks with every major US professional sports league to strengthen oversight of sports-related prediction markets and crack down on potential insider trading. “We’ve entered into a memorandum of understanding with Major League Baseball, and we’re in talks with all the professional sports... Read more »

Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has remitted PHP5.7 billion in dividends to the National Treasury, representing 50% of its 2025 earnings. The dividend payment was formally turned over on May 13 at a ceremony at PAGCOR’s corporate office in Pasay City, where the regulator’s Chairman and Chief Executive, Alejandro H. Tengco, presented the check to Deputy... Read more »

The International Betting Integrity Association has been approved as an integrity monitor for Alberta’s upcoming regulated online gambling market. It will provide its integrity monitoring tools from day one, including the use of its Global Monitoring and Alert Platform to help identify and assess suspicious betting activity. The International Betting Integrity Association uses betting company... Read more »

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has vetoed a bill that would have effectively outlawed online sweepstakes casinos by classifying them as a Class C2 felony offense. Senate Bill 1589, authored by Sen. Todd Gollihare and Rep. Scott Fetgatter in the House, was introduced to the Senate in February. It was advanced to the House after a... Read more »

Hard Rock Digital has expanded its multi-year partnership with data compliance firm GeoComply. The deal increases KYC and fraud detection coverage on Hard Rock’s platforms, which both companies said will help to combat increasing instances of artificial intelligence-driven fraud. GeoComply’s identity platform includes an IDComply tool, which integrates KYC data with features such as device... Read more »

DraftKings is, according to Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon, “one of the most compelling structural growth stories in gaming.” He published his views in a May 8 investor note. In making his case, Beynon cited DraftKings’ leadership in both online sports betting and igaming. He also pointed to the breadth of its product offerings, now including... Read more »

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has argued that the state has the authority to regulate sports betting activity offered through prediction market platforms. Coleman joins a bipartisan effort by other attorneys general in arguing that sports-event contracts offered by prediction markets should be regulated by the states. Coleman’s comments come shortly after the Kentucky Derby... Read more »

Games developer Pragmatic Play has signed a deal with platform provider Black Label, expanding the distribution of its gaming content in Latin America. Pragmatic Play’s portfolio of slots, live casino games, and virtual sports will be integrated into the Black Label platform, offering its partner operators access to Pragmatic Play titles throughout the region. Some... Read more »

Australia’s government has been accused of “burying” its long-awaited response to the Peta Murphy gambling inquiry by releasing it on the same day as the federal budget, drawing criticism from crossbench MPs and gambling reform advocates. The response comes almost 1,000 days after the inquiry first recommended widespread reforms to reduce gambling harm. The inquiry,... Read more »

Alberta’s privacy commissioner, Diane McLeod, has raised concerns about a new law that enables a Crown corporation to sell gambling customer information to a private company. Bill 31, the Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2026, was passed by the provincial legislature last week. The law would allow the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission,... Read more »

Compliance consultancy IC360 has expanded its partnership with the Professional Golfers Association of America to include prediction markets ahead of the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. The PGA said the move reinforced its compliance position as digital trading platforms reshaped the betting landscape. Under the expanded terms, the PGA... Read more »

Maryland sports betting revenues were up 5.6% year-over-year in April. Online books won US$62.1 million off of handle of US$566.1 million.  The handle figure represented a jump of 12.9%. The books held at 11%. The highest hold – 12.9% – and highest gross belonged to FanDuel. It won US$29 million on handle of US$224.2 million.... Read more »

India’s Enforcement Directorate has arrested three founders of igaming site Gameskraft as part of an investigation into fraud-linked money laundering, The Economic Times reports. According to officials, the three men – Deepak Singh, Prithvi Raj Singh, and Vikas Taneja – were taken into custody under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. Deepak Singh... Read more »

Brazil has introduced a new license requirement for gambling apps made available on Apple’s App Store, as the country continues to tighten the rules of its regulated betting sector. Under Brazil’s regulatory framework, any app that offers betting features in Brazil must hold a valid license from the gaming regulator, the Secretariat of Prizes and... Read more »

Indonesian authorities have arrested 321 foreign nationals in one of the country’s biggest operations against illegal igaming networks, as officials intensify efforts to tackle betting syndicates operating in Southeast Asia, The Associated Press reports. The suspects were detained during a raid on a commercial building in West Jakarta near the city’s Chinatown district on Saturday,... Read more »

Wisconsin’s growing legal battle over sports betting and prediction markets could ultimately be decided by the US Supreme Court, according to legal experts and company representatives involved in the dispute. The battle escalated after Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul sued platforms including Coinbase, Kalshi, and Polymarket, accusing them of offering illegal sports betting in the... Read more »

DraftKings is going all in on prediction markets. During Friday morning’s earning call, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins said he expects to invest between US$200 million and US$300 million this year on predictions markets. “A lot of that will be marketing, but some of that will be product technology investment as well,” Robins said. “What that... Read more »

DraftKings on Thursday announced revenue for the first quarter of 2026 reached US$1.64 billion, an increase of US$237 million, or 17%, year-over-year, driven primarily by efficient customer acquisition over the past year and continued healthy customer engagement, as well as higher sportsbook net revenue margin. “We are off to a fantastic start to the year... Read more »

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has fined Relax Gaming and Arrise Solutions CA$40,000 each after finding their games on unregulated gambling websites that were accessible to players in the province. The regulator noted that both suppliers were licensed in Ontario but said the investigation found them in breach of their licenses. Licensed suppliers... Read more »

US gaming executives remain optimistic about the future of the industry, despite growing concerns about the rapid expansion of prediction markets, according to a survey by the American Gaming Association. Key findings included that more than 60% of senior-level industry executives expect revenue growth, stronger financial performance, and increased investment activity over the next year.... Read more »

Igaming automation provider Flows has been authorized by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to supply operators in the state, expanding its US market coverage. Pennsylvania is the third US state in which Flows is licensed to operate, following approvals in New Jersey and Michigan. Flows is a tech layer that enables operators to connect systems,... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has reported a US$1 billion Series F round led by investment firm Coatue, taking it to a US$22 billion valuation. Investment firms Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, IVP, Paradigm, Morgan Stanley, and ARK Invest also participated. Along with announcing the results of the funding round, Kalshi reported that trading volume on its platform... Read more »

Brevity was the order of the day at Codere Online’s May 7 earnings call. First-quarter results were reviewed and disposed of in 31 minutes. “We are very pleased with how we started 2026,” reported Chief Executive Aviv Sher. Codere Online reported 183,000 monthly active users, a 14% increase. However, average spend per customer was down... Read more »

Revenue for Codere Online spiked in the first quarter of 2026, up 13% to €60.3 million. Net gaming revenue was also up, to €64.4 million. The company reported quarterly results on May 7. In Spain, Codere Online was up 16%, reaching €25.5 million, while Mexican net gaming revenues jumped 13% to €34.6 million. All other... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is ramping up its fight against state regulators over the regulation of prediction markets, with its next target looking to be Minnesota. Commodity Futures Trading Commission chair Michael Selig is said to be monitoring Minnesota following the advancement of legislation that would seek to regulate and ban some prediction markets,... Read more »

Australian bookie Tabcorp has seen its share price plummet after notifying the Australian Stock Exchange that it is being investigated over its ability to prevent money laundering on its platforms. The announcement saw over AU$500 million promptly wiped off the company’s May 6 market capitalization of AU$2.6 billion. Tabcorp said it had received a letter... Read more »

Toronto-based online operator Rivalry has been handed a failure-to-file cease trade order from the Ontario Securities Commission after failing to file its earnings for the 2025 financial year. The incident is not isolated. Last year, the Securities Commission granted Rivalry a management cease trade order after the company applied for one following late filing of... Read more »

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s administration has put forward a draft rule this week that would prevent residents from using credit cards to place sports bets. The Ohio Casino Control Commission posted the draft on Monday and opened public comment through May 15. The regulator must then hold a public hearing and send the proposal to... Read more »

Leadership of Flutter Entertainment offered few specifics regarding the company’s first-quarter performance during their May 6 earnings call. They mostly hewed to broad themes and didn’t discuss the day’s biggest news event, the sacking of FanDuel Chief Executive Amy Howe.  “We’ve been pretty clear what issues we’re facing,” explained Flutter Chief Executive Peter Jackson. “We’re... Read more »

Hours after announcing the May 6 firing of FanDuel Chief Executive Amy Howe, parent company Flutter Entertainment released its first-quarter earnings. They were mostly declines compared to the first quarter of 2025, and full-year 2026 guidance was curbed.  One bright spot was revenue, up 17% to US$4.3 billion. United States revenue reached over US$1.7 billion,... Read more »

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has formally raised concerns with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission about the growing use of prediction market platforms. In comments submitted ahead of potential federal rulemaking, the regulator argued that certain event-based contracts offered on prediction platforms closely resemble traditional wagering and may breach Pennsylvania law by offering unregulated forms... Read more »

Philippine operator DigiPlus has reported a sharp decline in first-quarter earnings due to regulatory changes and outside economic pressures. The company posted net income of PHP2.8 billion for the three months ending March 2026. That’s a 33% decrease compared to the same period last year. Revenue also saw a steep year-on-year decline, down 25% to... Read more »

Operator Entain has come under fire after an investigation into breaches of Australia’s national gambling self-exclusion system, BetStop, uncovered widespread compliance failures. The Australian Communications and Media Authority found that Entain, which runs bookies Ladbrokes and Neds in Australia, committed over 500 violations of self-exclusion rules. Some of these included allowing people registered with BetStop... Read more »

Oklahoma lawmakers have advanced a bill that would outlaw online sweepstakes casinos, with the measure now awaiting Gov. Kevin Stitt’s signature. Senate Bill 1589, authored by Sen. Todd Gollihare, was introduced to the Oklahoma Senate in February and was swiftly referred to the Business and Insurance Committee. The bill later passed the committee on March... Read more »

White Hat Studios has partnered with Fanatics Casino to launch a new promotional feature called Super Mode. The new tool is a customizable in-game mechanic that delivers random rewards to players, such as free spins and cash prizes. It’s designed to boost activity and extend session times. According to White Hat, Super Mode can be... Read more »

The Korean baseball club, the Lotte Giants, reinstated three players to the first-team roster on May 5 after gambling-related suspensions, returning them to action against the rival team KT Wiz. Infielders Na Seung-yeop, Go Seung-min, and Kim Se-min completed 30-game bans handed down by the Korea Baseball Organization before returning to the first team roster.... Read more »

Louisiana lawmakers have advanced a bill that would make online sweepstakes casinos, as well as other illegal gambling operations, a racketeering offense. House Bill 53, which was introduced to the House in January by Rep. Bryan Fontenot, first passed the House on March 30 with a vote of 87-11 following a third reading. It was... Read more »

Casino games studio Evoplay has expanded its presence in Latin America by partnering with Bet365 in Brazil. Evoplay’s portfolio of 250 games, including Hot Triple Sevens and Temple of Thunder II Bonus Bay, will be available to Brazilian players on the Bet365 platform. “Partnering with Bet365 represents an important milestone for Evoplay as we continue... Read more »

Online casino developer Playson has expanded its presence in Ontario by partnering with operator Mohegan Digital. Under the agreement, Playson’s portfolio of games, including titles such as Coin Strike: Hold and Win, Diamonds Power XXL: Hold and Win, and 4 Pots Riches: Hold and Win, will be available on Mohegan’s Ontario platform, PlayFallsview.com. Playson said... Read more »

Online slots developer Gaming Corps has partnered with Caesars Entertainment, expanding its presence in North America. Under the partnership, Gaming Corps will supply its gaming portfolio to Caesars’ platforms in the region, including Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino. Caesars players will be able to enjoy titles such as... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states in which online gambling is legal in the US. National Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Delaware set new monthly records in March 2026, generating total igaming revenue of US$970.6 million compared to US$834.1... Read more »

Sports betting in Missouri produced US$36 million in revenue in March off of US$329 million in handle. That translated into a 10.9% hold, “modestly above other states that have reported March figures,” according to J.P. Morgan analyst Daniel Politzer, who reported the outcome on 30 April. Of the US$36 million in win, US$12 million went... Read more »

iGaming Ontario’s latest market performance report reveals the province clocked a record CA$9.6 billion in handle in March, up 20.6% year-over-year and 10% month-over-month. Non-adjusted gross gaming revenue was up 13% month-over-month to CA$387 million in March, despite the number of active player accounts falling by 5% to 1.2 million over the same period. The... Read more »

PrizePicks and the Arrow McLaren IndyCar team have inked a partnership making PrizePicks an official partner of the Indianapolis race team. The brands unveiled the No. 31 PrizePicks Arrow McLaren Chevrolet’s purple livery during McLaren Racing Live last week. The announcement included revealing PrizePicks as the primary partner for driver Ryan Hunter-Reay’s entry in the... Read more »

The former owner of Philippines online platform provider PhilWeb Corp has continued reducing his minority stake in the company after selling off an additional 82,260,565 preferred shares for a total consideration of Php731.3 million. PhilWeb announced the sale of shares by Gregorio Araneta III – the brother-in-law of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. – via... Read more »

Philippines gaming regulator PAGCOR has released its Accreditation Framework for Data Streaming Providers (DSP) – a framework that establishes the regulated pathway for Philippine live-dealer studios to stream gameplay feeds to gaming operators licensed in foreign jurisdictions. This represents the latest significant move by PAGCOR to tighten regulations and increase oversight of the country’s rapidly... Read more »

Prediction markets remain controversial and nowhere was this more evident than during first-quarter earnings calls. Gaming executives’ comments spanned the spectrum from opposition to fevered endorsement, with a measure of indifference in between. BetMGM Chief Executive Adam Greenblatt got the ball rolling on 14 April , when he took to the airwaves to slam event... Read more »

The Philippine National Police has relieved 11 high-ranking police officers after a review of their performance in tackling illegal gambling. The officers, from Police Regional Office 1, were the subject of a Special Order issued on April 27, and included the regional intelligence chief, the head of the Pangasinan Police Provincial Office’s Intelligence division, and... Read more »

A group of Democratic lawmakers, led by Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley, sent a letter to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on Thursday urging it to exercise its authority and impose greater oversight of prediction markets. The letter called on the federal agency to address “the rapid erosion of integrity” within prediction market platforms like Kalshi... Read more »

Sports Entertainment Gaming Global Corporation (SEGG Media) has signed an agreement making Polymarket its exclusive technology partner on its prediction market platform, Sports.com Predict. Signed ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the partnership will enable Sports.com Predict users to purchase and trade sports event contracts in real time on Polymarket’s platform. Polymarket received approval... Read more »

Polymarket has partnered with blockchain data platform Chainalysis to deploy monitoring tools aimed at detecting insider trading and implementing its market integrity rules. The agreement covers several Chainalysis products, including investigative tools, on-chain security services, and professional support. Chainalysis will also train Polymarket staff and assist with investigations. Chainalysis Co-Founder and Chief Executive Jonathan Levin... Read more »

FanDuel has become the official betting operator of Formula 1 in the US and Canada. It is the first time that the sport has signed up a betting operator for the region. Under the agreement, FanDuel’s platform and data will be added to Formula 1’s digital platforms, including its website and mobile app. FanDuel content... Read more »

Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft placed a “Buy” rating on FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment in a 29 April investor note. Wheatcroft gave Flutter a price target of US$210 per share. That was a 93% premium to the stock’s current price. Flutter shares were trading at US$109.09 apiece at the time of Wheatcroft’s dispatch. He... Read more »

Online gaming provider BGaming has partnered with global operator Entain, expanding BGaming’s presence across several European and Latin American markets. BGaming’s portfolio of games will be made available on Entain platforms in Brazil, Spain, Italy, Greece, and Portugal, with other countries expected to follow. Entain operates over 25 betting brands worldwide, including bwin, Party Casino,... Read more »

The MLB’s licensing and marketing subsidiary, MLB Players, has partnered with Hard Rock Bet as an official licensed sportsbook partner. Under the agreement, Hard Rock Bet will be able to use active MLB player names, images, likenesses, and other intellectual property for both its in-app use and marketing campaigns. The operator plans to introduce player-focused... Read more »

The Colorado Senate has passed a bill aimed at increasing consumer protection in the state’s sports betting market. Senate Bill 26-131 passed by a 20-14 vote and would bring in restrictions on licensed online sports betting operators, in order to improve oversight of the sector and tackle harmful betting practices. Under the bill, operators would... Read more »

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission has filed a lawsuit against Wisconsin, seeking to block the state from shutting down prediction markets operated by federally regulated platforms. The action followed civil suits filed by Wisconsin less than one week earlier against prediction market platforms Kalshi, Polymarket, Crypto.com, Robinhood, and Coinbase. In those lawsuits, the state... Read more »

PointsBet Canada has launched a casino aggregation and bonusing platform with gaming technology company Bede Gaming, after a competitive selection process. In a statement, PointsBet Canada, which is based in Ontario, said the platform provides access to a wide range of games from multiple studios. The platform includes tools for content delivery, the management of... Read more »

On the strength of record-level numbers for their company, Rush Street Interactive executives were in an upbeat mood during their first-quarter earnings call on 28 April. “Our continued momentum demonstrates the success of our casino-first strategy,” said CEO Richard Schwartz. He called that focus “the fundamental differentiator of our business model.” “We’re filling the top... Read more »

Caesars Entertainment has launched its proprietary online slot game, Ca$hline, in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, following its initial release in New Jersey back in February. Developed by Caesars’ in-house software development studio, Empire Creative, Ca$hline is the company’s first proprietary online slot game. Ca$hline will now be available across Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online... Read more »

FanDuel has agreed to a multi-year partnership with the Toronto Tempo, a Canadian WNBA team. The deal made FanDuel the Tempo’s first sportsbook and casino partner. The team was set to debut in the 2026 season as the league’s 14th franchise and the first based outside the US. Under the agreement, fans would gain access... Read more »

Kambi Group has today announced a successful bid to become the national sportsbook for Atlantic Lottery Corporation and British Columbia Lottery Corporation, alongside a 4.9% year-on-year rise in first-quarter revenue to €43.5 million from €41.5 million the previous year. Following a joint request for proposal led by Atlantic Lottery Corporation, Kambi will provide online gambling... Read more »

Revenue, profitability and cash flow for Rush Street Interactive jumped by double and even triple digits in the first quarter of 2026. The results were announced late on 28 April and prompted RSI to increase its full-year earnings guidance. Revenue leapt 41% to US$370.4 million from US$262.4 million in the first quarter of 2025. Profits... Read more »

Adversity for Sportradar continued in its first-quarter earnings call, which saw lengthy audio dropouts during its 65-minute duration. The company reported financial results early on 28 April. Two hours before the call, the New York firm of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman announced it was investigating Sportradar, which has been accused by short sellers of “providing... Read more »

Sportradar came up short of Wall Street’s expectations in the first quarter of 2026, reporting €346 million in revenue when The Street had expected €362 million. Cash flow was also a miss. Wall Street’s consensus expectation was for €70 million. Sportradar delivered €66 million. Sportradar posted a loss of €6 million. It ended the quarter... Read more »

Lawmakers in Iowa have moved ahead with a bill that would introduce regulations and taxes on prediction market platforms that operate in the state. Senate File 2470, which has now passed out of a House subcommittee, would require companies that offer event-based trading markets to obtain a state permit, at an initial cost of US$20... Read more »

DraftKings is expanding its horse racing offering by adding a feature that will enable wagering directly in its main sportsbook app. The sportsbook will launch the feature in nine states ahead of the 2026 Kentucky Derby. After launching in Delaware, New Mexico, and Rhode Island, the feature will now be available in Florida, Louisiana, Montana,... Read more »

Casino game provider Incentive Games has expanded its partnership with operator Novibet with the launch of three gaming titles in Brazil. The rollout added Mega Flight, Kicker, and Velocity to Novibet’s platform, all of which were created by the real-money gaming division of Incentive Games, Incentive Studios. Incentive Games provides content to operators in several... Read more »

Alberta’s planned launch of legalized and regulated online gambling has raised concerns among First Nations leaders who rely on revenue from their land-based casinos. The province’s legalized online gambling market is set to come into force on July 13, which will open the door to private operators under a framework that will bring offshore gambling... Read more »

Ohio legislators have introduced a bill that would require prediction market platforms offering sports event contracts to obtain a state license and pay taxes in line with existing regulated sports betting operators. The legislation would apply to any platform offering contracts tied to sporting outcomes in the Buckeye State to secure approval from the Ohio... Read more »

A campaign to put online sports betting on Nebraska’s 2026 ballot has received fresh backing from research projecting US$87 million in state tax revenue over five years. The figures, produced by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, were commissioned by petition group Tax Relief Nebraska, according to the Nebraska Examiner. Roughly US$61 million of the projected revenue... Read more »

Police in Colva in the Indian state of Goa have broken up an alleged igaming operation after a raid that led to the arrest of four men. According to officials, the operation began after authorities received a tip-off about illegal betting activities taking place inside a flat in the Vaswaddo area of Benaulim. Officers then... Read more »

At least three companies have submitted applications to the US Securities and Exchange Commission seeking approval to launch Exchange-Traded Funds tied to political event contracts, according to CNBC. Cryptocurrency asset manager Bitwise, investment advisor Roundhill, and financial services firm GraniteShares are seeking to list ETFs, funds comprised of several investment assets and traded on the... Read more »

A bill that would ban most wagers on prediction platform markets is set to advance to a Minnesota Senate floor vote after controversy involving a state senator who placed a bet on his own primary race for Congress. The bill, which has cleared a key Senate committee, would classify trades on areas such as the... Read more »

Brazil’s government has restricted access to prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket after identifying them as non-compliant with federal gambling laws. Finance Minister Dario Durigan revealed that 27 sites were blocked for offering what he described as “illegal betting.” The move followed a resolution issued by Brazil’s National Monetary Council banning prediction markets linked... Read more »

As operators continue to invest heavily in paid media around igaming, sports betting, and social casino, the conversation is shifting toward what sustains performance over time. Channels are established, budgets are in place, and targeting capabilities are well understood. The constraint many teams are running into now is creative. For Matt Estremera, Partner and Lead... Read more »

Despite an “organic increase” of 4%, group revenue for igaming operator Betsson slumped 3% in the first quarter of 2026. The company reported €285.3 million in revenue early on 24 April. Casino revenues dipped 4% and sportsbook revenue was up 1%. Cash flow was €50 million, a 36% shrinkage. Still, Betsson posted a profit of... Read more »

India is set to enforce its ban on real-money online gambling by fully implementing the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act from May 1. The Act was passed last August and covers online games that involve winning money, including those on overseas-registered sites. Under the Act, real-money gaming is defined as any game in... Read more »

US federal authorities have arrested Gannon Ken Van Dyke, a US special operations soldier involved in the January mission to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, on allegations that he used classified information to place bets on the operation. Kalshi recently fined and suspended congressional candidates for betting on their own elections, but this is believed... Read more »

Compliance monitoring firm IC360 has signed an agreement with Brazilian football club Clube Atlético Mineiro to provide betting integrity monitoring services. Under the agreement, the club will integrate IC360’s monitoring services, which analyze betting markets to spot unusual activity. The system is designed to operate in real time and give alerts based on any patterns... Read more »

Michigan Gaming Control Board has partnered with gambling blocking app Gamban in an effort to promote responsible gambling. The initiative allows any Michigan resident to claim a Gamban license at no cost, with access ranging from one to five years. The program does not require enrollment in a self-exclusion scheme, though individuals listed on the... Read more »

Wisconsin’s Department of Justice has filed three lawsuits against several prediction platforms, claiming they are enabling illegal sports betting. The legal action is being taken against several operators, including Kalshi, Robinhood, Coinbase, Polymarket, and Crypto.com, accusing them of offering contracts tied to sporting events that the state alleges function as traditional gambling products. Wisconsin follows... Read more »

SBC Summit Canada 2026 has announced a new content track for this year’s event, featuring leaders from Bet365, BetMGM, DraftKings and OLG. The new Leaders in Sports Betting and iGaming track will kick off at Metro Toronto Convention Centre on 20 May. The leadership themed content stream will look at the biggest developments in Canada’s... Read more »

The Oklahoma Senate has rejected a bill that would have legalized sports betting in the state, with the measure falling four votes short of passage. The proposal, HB 1047, was introduced by Sen. Bill Coleman. It would have allowed Native American tribes to offer retail and mobile sports betting on tribal lands, with an 8%... Read more »

Polymarket has fallen behind its main rival Kalshi in terms of global trading volume, according to recent reporting. Data compiled by Dune Analytics indicates that Kalshi recently surpassed Polymarket in trading activity, after years of dominance by the latter. In addition, Kalshi has overtaken its rival in valuation after announcing fundraising that valued it at... Read more »

BetMGM has signed an exclusive slot content delivery agreement with online casino game provider Bragg Gaming Group. The deal, which applies exclusively to the North American igaming market, is effective from this month. According to the terms of the deal, the games will come from Bragg’s Dollars & Dreams series, which is based on a... Read more »

New Zealand’s online casino bill has passed its final parliamentary reading, leaving the new law to proceed to Royal Assent which is anticipated to bring the law into force on 1 May. The bill puts oversight of the sector with the Department of Internal Affairs, which will regulate all online casinos, including those based offshore.... Read more »

The House of Commons of Canada has voted 291-28 in favor of moving Bill S-211, the National Framework on Sports Betting Advertising Act, to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage for further review. The bill directs the Minister of Canadian Heritage to develop a national framework for sports betting advertising. This framework would outline possible... Read more »

The Philippines has introduced new standard operating procedures to be followed by various government agencies in their efforts to enforce the nationwide ban on offshore gaming operators, known as POGOs. The new procedures, which aim to provide a unified set of rules to strengthen cooperation between agencies while also offering stronger legal tools for enforcement,... Read more »

Crypto casino BetHog has raised US$10 million Series A financing to expand its proprietary AI live casino dealer feature into B2B offering, Sentient Studios. The funding round was co-led by sports and entertainment venture capital firm Will Ventures and multi-strategy digital asset investment firm RockawayX, along with PCV, 6MV, Bullpen Capital, and Advancit Capital, which... Read more »

A casino player in Detroit has won a US$224,718.15 Mega Jackpot while using the Hard Rock Bet Casino platform in Michigan. The win came on April 15 on the progressive jackpot game Double Top Dollar, developed by IGT. The player was reportedly wagering US$1 per spin, with US$0.10 going towards a networked jackpot. According to... Read more »

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed lawsuits against cryptocurrency platforms Coinbase Financial Markets and Gemini Titan, alleging that their event-based prediction markets constitute illegal gambling. The companies are affiliated with the cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Gemini and allow users to trade on the outcome of political, economic, and sports events. The Attorney General’s... Read more »

A Thai court has handed down a 50-year prison sentence to the former Abbot of a well-known temple after he was found guilty of using an online gambling network to facilitate 19 offenses, including misconduct and misuse of funds. Phra Dhammawachiranuwat, also known as Tid Yaem, had redirected large amounts of money, over THB 2... Read more »

Online game developer Instant Win Gaming has launched InstantFuse, a prizing innovation that will combine multiple lottery prizes into a single jackpot. InstantFuse will be part of Rocket Jackpots, Instant Win Gaming’s multi-state progressive jackpot program. It enables separate jackpot pools to merge into a bigger prize for a limited time each day, creating windows... Read more »

Playtech has partnered with Fanatics Casino to bring its slots and table games to US players, with the rollout beginning in Michigan and West Virginia. The agreement will make Playtech’s gaming content, including its slots and RNG table games, available through the Fanatics Casino app, with the software developer’s games expected to launch in Pennsylvania... Read more »

Despite being blocked in Singapore since 2024, US-based prediction market Polymarket has seen increased activity from the country. Polymarket, which became the official prediction market of the MLB last month, allows users to wager on the outcomes of real-world events, and data shows that it has seen a rise in Singapore-related bets in recent weeks,... Read more »

Startup launchpad Defy the Odds and early-stage business funder BettingStartups have joined forces to increase their support of emerging igaming companies. Defy the Odds was founded by igaming leaders Sue Schneider, Paris Smith and Kelly Kehn. It is a startup advisory service that covers sectors like sports betting, sportstech, and fintech, while BettingStartups connects businesses... Read more »

Poll workers in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, have been banned from using prediction market apps for election-related markets, following a recent update to their official oath of service. According to WGAL, the change aims to reinforce public confidence in the electoral process and eliminate any perception that those overseeing elections could have a financial interest in... Read more »

The Minnesota Lottery has signed a seven-year deal with gaming tech firm Scientific Games to replace and modernize its existing systems and infrastructure. The deal will see Scientific Games introduce a cloud-based platform to support the lottery’s retail and digital lottery operations. According to the Minnesota Lottery, the system will replace legacy infrastructure and is... Read more »

Philippine eGames leader DigiPlus Interactive Corp has integrated its sports betting brand ArenaPlus into the Sportradar Integrity Exchange – a global intelligence-sharing network that helps sports betting operators combat match-fixing by reporting suspicious betting activity in real-time. DigiPlus said the move is intended to reinforce its commitment to a safer, more transparent gaming environment by establishing... Read more »

BetMGM has secured first-to-market rights to three upcoming Rakin’ Bacon! online titles from slots supplier AGS. The Rakin’ Bacon! Triple Oink Soda Fountain Fortunes game became available immediately, with Rakin’ Bacon! Triple Oink San Shen Zhu scheduled for release on 12 May, and Rakin’ Bacon! Fu Zhu Bao Bao set for 2 July. All three titles were to debut exclusively at BetMGM... Read more »

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Chair Jordan Maynard has voiced concerns that prediction markets are targeting people younger than 21. Maynard said that prediction market operators are “illegally offering sports wagers” in an interview on television station WCVB’s “On the Record” show. His comments follow legal action taken by Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell against prediction market... Read more »

Video bingo and slot provider Zitro Digital has partnered with icasino operator Solbet to provide its igaming content for players in Paraguay. The deal means that Solbet will offer Zitro Digital’s game library, including its slot and video bingo titles, including titles in the Fu Pots, Fu Frog, and Mighty Hammer series, many of which... Read more »

Igaming technology company Golden Whale has partnered with AI-powered communication platform Text.com to integrate machine learning into its communication platform. The deal brings together Golden Whale’s decision models with Text.com’s communication infrastructure, which the companies say will allow icasino operators to move from campaign-based messaging to automated, real-time interactions. According to Golden Whale, the integration... Read more »

Bet365 has launched in Michigan, marking its 17th US state and has become an Official Sports Betting Partner of the MLB’s Detroit Tigers. Michigan residents and visitors 21 and older can access Bet365’s sportsbook and icasino via its app or website. The operator, which was founded in 2000 in the UK, is active in Arizona,... Read more »

Philanthropist and former energy trader John Arnold warned that prediction markets and online sports betting platforms can cause harm to young men and boys, calling for federal guardrails rather than a ban. According to Bloomberg, Arnold said platforms have been designed to keep users continuously engaged and that mobile wagering raises addiction risk among younger... Read more »

International Entertainment Corp (IEC), the Hong-Kong-listed company that owns Manila’s LaVie Resort & Casino, has revealed it wants to start an igaming business in the Philippines and is in negotiations with an online operator over investment or acquisition. IEC said in a filing that it has been conducting various feasibility studies on the sector and exploring... Read more »

Two former Australian Football League players are facing scrutiny after promoting an illegal offshore online casino to their social media audiences. Former Brisbane Lions players Mitch Robinson and Rhys Mathieson were identified as promoting Vegastars through social media posts, including a giveaway tied to the operator. Despite having legalized online sports wagering, online casino gambling... Read more »

A panel of judges on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco has appeared to side with Nevada regulators during arguments in an ongoing legal dispute involving prediction market platforms Kalshi and Crypto.com. The case comes down to whether prediction platforms like Kalshi, which offer event-based contracts on sporting results, fall under federal... Read more »

Mohegan Sun Online Casino has launched Monopoly Live on its Connecticut platform, becoming the first operator in the state to offer the title. Mohegan Sun will have the exclusive right to offer the game from April 16 to April 29, before other operators in the state and nationwide can introduce it. Monopoly Live was developed... Read more »

Digital betting platforms ousted brick-and-mortar casinos as the Philippines’ biggest gaming revenue source in 2025, with online channels accounting for more than half of gross gaming revenue for the first time. Philippine regulator PAGCOR placed the sector’s full-year GGR at almost PHP 400 billion, a 6.4% increase from PHP 372.3 billion in 2024. The figures... Read more »

DraftKings grossed US$8.3 million from online sports betting in Oregon during March. That was a 14.4% spike for the operator, which enjoys a monopoly in the state. Handle was up 11.5%, reaching US$75.2 million. The hold percentage was 11.1%. During the first quarter, Oregon OSB revenue has declined 9.6% despite 3.9% greater handle. Hold has... Read more »

Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis, the province’s gambling regulator, has confirmed it has received 32 applications for online gambling licenses after sports betting company DraftKings announced yesterday that it is planning to launch in the market. The Edmonton Journal reported that Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally confirmed DraftKings and theScore were among the 32 who... Read more »

The owners of FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics have given a combined US$41 million to a federal political action committee, according to Federal Election Commission filings. Bloomberg reports that the contributions were made to super political action committee, Win for America. FanDuel Inc. contributed US$19.5 million, while a DraftKings’ parent company provided US$17.5 million, and Fanatics’... Read more »

A Brazilian court has ordered operator NSX Brasil to stop using the ‘Aviator’ brand after a legal challenge brought by Spribe, the studio behind the game. The Court of Justice of Pernambuco issued an interim injunction requiring the operator, which runs the Betnacional platform, to stop using the ‘Aviator’ trademark as well as any identical... Read more »

Ohio gambling regulators have handed down a US$5 million fine to prediction market Kalshi, accusing the company of running an unlicensed sports betting platform in the state. The penalty was issued by the Ohio Casino Control Commission, which said that Kalshi’s event-based contracts involving sporting outcomes fall under state gambling laws. Officials say the platform... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet has made its third jackpot payout in Michigan in recent weeks, with a player in Michigan claiming a US$224,944 Mega Jackpot earlier this month. Au Gres resident Kimberley D. was playing the 5 Star Coins Hold & Win slot by Octoplay on April 8, when the mega prize was triggered. She had... Read more »

Ohio Republican State Sen. Louis Blessing III has introduced legislation that would impose a 2% fee on sports wagers, directing revenue toward public sports stadiums and K-12 education funding. The proposed charge would sit on top of Ohio’s existing 20% tax on sports gaming receipts. Blessing said the bill had the potential to generate an... Read more »

Online sports betting and igaming stocks are down 35% this year, according to Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz. Katz explained that “our optimism for 1Q26 reporting is only moderate.” The exception was Rush Street Interactive, which he expected to beat estimates and raise guidance. Firms on which Katz is still bullish, though, included DraftKings... Read more »

PAGCOR-licensed sportsbook operator ArenaPlus has signed a multiyear partnership with the NBA, making it the league’s first official betting partner in the Philippines. ArenaPlus said the agreement strengthens its position in the Philippines’ sports entertainment market. The collaboration is also a new step for the NBA’s commercial activity in the country, where basketball remains one... Read more »

Sportsbook operators are contributing millions to political campaigns in Nebraska as efforts continue to expand legal online sports betting in the state. Campaigning group Tax Relief Nebraska began circulating petitions in February to legalize and regulate online sports betting, aiming to secure signatures from 10% of registered voters for legalization and 7% for regulation to... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has filed a lawsuit in a Montana federal court, attempting to block state officials from enforcing state-level gambling regulations against its event contracts. The suit named Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen and other state officials as defendants after they sent Kalshi a cease-and-desist letter last year claiming its activities constituted illegal gambling... Read more »

Online casino operator High Roller Technologies has signed a definitive agreement with Crypto.com to launch prediction market contracts in the US. Under the deal, Crypto.com’s Commodity Futures Trading Commission-registered exchange, Crypto.com Derivatives North America, will supply High Roller with its event contracts, ranging across finance, sports, and entertainment, across its US platforms. High Roller said... Read more »

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is already impacting the gaming industry in the Philippines and further afield, according to PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco. However, the head of the Philippine gaming regulator also believes it has never been more important for the industry to come together as one. Tengco was speaking... Read more »

“Bad results for the house” was BetMGM Chief Financial Officer Gary Deutsch’s summary of a less-than-optimal quarter for the sports betting provider. His remarks came during the company’s first-quarter earnings call 14 April. “It’s been a steady start to 2026” was how Chief Executive Adam Greenblatt put it. He likewise described the quarter as being... Read more »

Citing a trio of factors, BetMGM lowered its revenue and cash-flow guidance for the balance of 2026. While still guiding to US$300 million to US$350 million of annual cash flow, BetMGM executives are now aiming for the lower end of that range. Revenue for the full year is projected to come in between US$2.9 billion... Read more »

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Arizona’s attempt to pursue criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi. US District Judge Michael Liburdi issued the temporary order last week, following a lawsuit brought forth by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which argued that Arizona was encroaching on the regulator’s right to regulate prediction markets.   The decision... Read more »

Online casino game aggregator VeliGames has added a range of new content providers to its portfolio as it continues to expand globally. The new partnerships aim to strengthen VeliGames’ presence in Asia, LatAm, and Africa. They include content studios Amigo Gaming, Playnetic, FA CHAI Gaming, GameBeat, Ready Play Gaming, Slot Mart, Dynabit Gaming, EEAI, IMK... Read more »

Sports betting continues to expand across the US, with 27% of Americans admitting that they have an active online sports betting account, according to a survey. The findings from the Siena Research Institute shows that more Americans are opening sportsbook accounts with operators like DraftKings, FanDuel, or BetMGM, continuing a trend that has grown from... Read more »

Sports betting technology company Kambi Group has revealed that its esports division, Abios, has signed a multi-year data partnership with Google. Abios provides esports odds and data feeds across multiple titles. Under the deal, it will supply esports data to Google through four major esports titles: League of Legends, Counter-Strike, Dota 2, and Valorant. The... Read more »

Complete Media Group, the parent company of Complete iGaming, Inside Asian Gaming, and CDC Gaming, has unveiled a new navigation bar to provide easier access to each platform. The global navigation bar, now located at the top of each website, creates a seamless transition between brands. The feature is intended to make news, insights, and... Read more »

The Hong Kong government has put on hold plans to officially allow betting on basketball from September, citing concerns around the rise of prediction markets in the US and their potential spillover effects. Reports first emerged on Monday evening that the basketball betting policy had been paused and that the government had informed the Hong... Read more »

The National Federation of State High School Associations in the US has introduced a free online course to help educate students, parents, coaches, and school administrators about the dangers of sports betting. Hosted on the association’s Learning Center, the program explores the expansion of the sports betting industry, the dangers of problem gambling, and how... Read more »

Police in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh have launched a crackdown on illegal betting linked to the Indian Premier League.  According to media reports, at a recent high-level meeting held by Director General of Police Harish Kumar Gupta, police officials were instructed to enforce strict action against organized betting networks operating across the state... Read more »

Gambling researchers and crossbench politicians have called for Australia’s proposed partial ban on gambling advertising to be tightened, warning the framework contains loopholes that the wagering industry could exploit. According to The Guardian, the concerns centered on how the rules would apply to podcasts, social media influencers, and streaming platforms. Deakin University gambling and public... Read more »

IGT has announced that it has awarded two jackpots exceeding US$1 million after two players won on its slots. The two slot titles were Powerbucks and Whitney Houston Slots. The first jackpot, which totaled CA$1 million, was won on the online version of Powerbucks Bounty O’ Bucks by a player in Manitoba. The second was... Read more »

Revenue for online sports books in New York State leapt 34.3% in March, despite a 4.6% handle slump. Books won US$217.3 million on handle of US$2.3 billion. Hold was 9.3%. FanDuel led all books in win, handle and hold percentage. It recovered US$87.4 million from wagers of US$811.2 million, for a hold of 10.8%. DraftKings... Read more »

Maryland’s online sports books held 10.4% in March, resulting in a 30.5% surge in revenue. The books won US$62 million on handle of US$595.2 million, a 3.8% uptick. Handle and hold were led by FanDuel. It won US$28.4 million on wagering of US$233.6 million. It also held the most tightly, with 12.1%. DraftKings grossed US$17.3... Read more »

Research has uncovered a “disconnect” between igaming companies’ AI governance and data privacy concerns and their commitment to creating the structures and dedicated roles to oversee the technology. The 113-page report by the University of Las Vegas and auditing firm KPMG scored governance lowest, at 30 out of 100, on its AI Maturity Index. Just... Read more »

Sports betting operators in Missouri generated over US$1.2 million in tax revenue in February, more than the combined revenue from December and January. Figures released by the Missouri Gaming Commission show that February’s revenue passed the combined total of US$660,000 for the first two months of legal sports betting. The monthly report also shows that... Read more »

Wisconsin has legalized online sports betting after Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill into law. This legislation makes Wisconsin the 33rd US state to permit online sports wagering, though residents will have to wait months or more before they can officially wager. Under this law, online betting will be facilitated through agreements with the state’s... Read more »

A bill that would ban prediction markets in Minnesota moved forward this week after passing the Minnesota Senate State and Local Government Committee stage. Supporters of the bill say prediction markets, such as Kalshi and Polymarket, are not covered by current state law and that this bill would bring clarity to the issue. During the... Read more »

Bank of America has projected that the US market for sports-related event contracts could reach approximately US$1.1 trillion in annual volume, highlighting the growth of prediction markets in the sports sector. Bank of America analysts said that, assuming an average fee of about 1%, the market could generate roughly US$10 billion in annualized revenue for... Read more »

Genius Sports on Thursday appointed Tony Marlow as Chief Marketing Officer. Marlow joins the executive team to lead global marketing, communications, and brand strategy. He will focus on leading the company’s global go-to-market efforts across its core audiences, including leagues and federations, broadcasters and streamers, betting operators, advertisers and brands. “We are the operating system... Read more »

Republican lawmakers in Ohio have introduced legislation that would tighten regulations on sports betting across the state. The proposal, backed by several Republican representatives, aims to overhaul the current system by imposing limits on how, where, and how often people can place wagers. The bill proposes banning mobile and online betting. If successful, any legal... Read more »

Shares in Playtech fell more than 3% after Evolution asked a US court to add the former as a defendant in an ongoing defamation case. Evolution has filed a request with the Superior Court of New Jersey to add Playtech to its complaint that already includes private intelligence company Black Cube and law firm Calcagni... Read more »

Sportradar has signed a multi-year partnership with the Brazilian professional basketball league, the Liga Nacional de Basquete. Sportradar has been given worldwide rights for audiovisual betting and gaming, alongside betting data collection and distribution for all Liga Nacional de Basquete competitions. This includes all the tournaments in the Liga Nacional de Basquete, such as the... Read more »

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Department of Justice have filed a court motion to classify sports-related prediction markets as financial derivatives rather than gambling. In a recent court filing, federal regulators asked a judge to block Arizona from enforcing its gambling laws against prediction platforms such as Kalshi, arguing that these markets... Read more »

Philippine sports betting operator ArenaPlus has introduced a free-to-play bracket prediction contest based on the Philippines Basketball Association playoffs, with a PHP 1 billion prize fund. The contest, named Playoffs MVP: Battle for the Most Valuable Predictor, will run until April 10. Open to sports bettors in the Philippines aged 21 and above, it does... Read more »

Inspired Entertainment has expanded its partnership with BetMGM by launching its virtual sports portfolio across its BetMGM and Borgata Online platforms in New Jersey. Under the agreement, Inspired will provide BetMGM’s New Jersey platforms with V-Play Soccer, V-Play Basketball, and V-Play NFL-themed Football, with Inspired describing the latter as the first NFL-themed virtual sports product... Read more »

New Zealand is not planning to introduce limits on sports gambling advertising akin to those announced in Australia, although online casino advertising regulations are likely. Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recently confirmed new rules, including limits on television betting advertisements between 6am and 8.30pm and a full ban during live sports broadcasts within those hours.... Read more »

Game developer Games Global has named BetMGM as the first US operator to launch new titles from its Gold Blitz franchise. Under the new agreement, BetMGM Casino and Borgata Online Casino will offer early access to upcoming Gold Blitz games, allowing their players to try out new features before the games are rolled out across... Read more »

Light & Wonder is seeking to enhance its operations in regulated igaming markets with a new director of igaming communications. Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Communications, Andy Fouché, announced the new leadership role in a LinkedIn post, calling for a strategic and creative communicator with experience working in the online gaming industry. The new... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks has secured a multi-year agreement with the NBA to become the official daily fantasy sports partner of the league. PrizePicks will be licensed to use the NBA’s branding and intellectual property across its platforms, including its daily fantasy and free-to-play products. Some of this branding includes the use of league... Read more »

Sports betting technology provider Altenar filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against sports data company Sportradar in New Jersey last week, but the case is expected to face significant legal obstacles. Altenar alleged that Sportradar used its exclusive data deals with the NBA, NHL, and MLB to block it from entering the US market, claiming the... Read more »

Digital payment company Paysafe has launched a new crypto payment method for online gaming operators in the US, Pay with Crypto. The new function will enable players to fund their accounts using cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, where possible. The payment method is supported by crypto exchange MoonPay and will let users deposit funds in USD Coin... Read more »

A former federal lawmaker who led efforts to legalize single-event sports betting in Canada says the policy has led to outcomes he didn’t expect, including more advertising and market expansion. Brian Masse, a former New Democratic Party MP, initially introduced legislation in 2019 to end the federal ban on single-event sports betting. The measure was... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulators, PAGCOR and the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, have said they are prepared to reallocate portions of their budgets to support government programs during crises. Officials representing the two regulatory bodies made the remarks during a Senate committee hearing on planned changes to the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program law, chaired by Senator Erwin... Read more »

Proposed reforms to the Northern Territory’s role as Australia’s de facto online gambling regulator are facing criticism from gambling harm advocates. Northern Territory Attorney General Marie-Clare Boothby introduced legislation last month to amend the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Act, which governs the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission. The commission currently oversees 52 online... Read more »

A US federal appeals court has ruled that New Jersey cannot block prediction market operator Kalshi from offering its event-based contracts to residents in the state. In a 2-1 decision, the third US Circuit Court of Appeals found that Kalshi’s contracts, which allow users to trade on the outcomes of events such as sports, politics,... Read more »

Fanatics has partnered with FIFA for its upcoming sports festival, Fanatics Fest, ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Fanatics Fest, which is set to take place July 16 to July 19 at the Javits Center in New York, coincides with the last remaining matches of the World Cup. According to Fanatics, the festival will include... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Total igaming revenue for February 2026 in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island added up to US$885.5 million compared to last... Read more »

A proposal to ban prop bets and live sports betting in Louisiana has failed after its sponsor agreed to defer it due to projected revenue losses. Senate Bill 354, introduced by Sen. Katrina Jackson-Andrews, would have banned wagers on specific in-game events and live betting activity. During a legislative hearing, Jackson-Andrews said a fiscal analysis... Read more »

Online betting supplier Beter has expanded its eFootball content to include 4,200 monthly events ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The rollout includes World Cup-themed competitions and additional matches timed to align with peak betting hours around major fixtures. The company said the expansion is designed to increase the volume of available events throughout... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has identified its own product as connected to gambling in a recent federal trademark filing, even as the company continues to publicly distance itself from sports betting. In an application submitted to the US Patent and Trademark Office on November 10, Kalshi sought to trademark the term “prediction market.” As part of... Read more »

Flutter Entertainment has merged its FanDuel and PokerStars brands in the US, bringing PokerStars exclusively on FanDuel, to players in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Flutter acquired PokerStars through its all-share merger with The Stars Group on May 5 2020, and last month went on to discontinue PokerStars’ standalone real money platforms in New Jersey,... Read more »

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a package of gambling advertising reforms more than 1,000 days after a parliamentary report first called for an overhaul. The measures, developed by Communications Minister Anika Wells, include a cap on television advertising volume to three per hour, an extended blackout period for sports betting ads around live... Read more »

Although prediction markets have seen rapid adoption in the US, they court the peril of legal resistance and adverse court decisions in 2027. At present, they’re the beneficiaries of an “enforcement-light” Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Those were the views of Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz in a 1 April investor note. Still, Katz saw... Read more »

Philippine sportsbook ArenaPlus has renewed its sports betting deal with the Premier Volleyball League and Spikers’ Turf for a third consecutive year. Under the deal, ArenaPlus will continue its involvement in both competitions and has been designated as the official sportsbook for both tournaments. Jasper Vicencio, representing ArenaPlus, attended the announcement on March 26 alongside... Read more »

The Iowa Senate has passed a bill to regulate and tax online prediction market platforms, making it the first US legislative chamber to try to regulate the sector. Senators voted 45-1 in favor of an amended version of Senate File 2470 on Tuesday. The bill would make prediction markets illegal in the state unless operators... Read more »

The NFL has called for prediction markets to stop accepting trades on events that are easily manipulated. In letters sent to platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket on Sunday, the NFL highlighted markets such as broadcast commentary, celebrity appearances, draft outcomes, player transactions, coaching changes, officiating decisions, injuries, and even fan safety concerns. The league argued... Read more »

US Sen. Richard Blumenthal has condemned a partnership between Major League Baseball and prediction platform Polymarket, as Congress advanced measures to restrict the sector. Blumenthal, along with Sen. Andy Kim, introduced the Prediction Markets Security and Integrity Act on March 11, which would regulate sports event contracts more like sports betting, set up safeguards against... Read more »

Around four in five Americans consider sports prediction markets to be gambling, according to a poll conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of advocacy group Gambling is Not Investing. The survey, carried out from 17 to 22 March among 15,029 adults in the US, found 81% held that view. Respondents also said prediction markets should... Read more »

In February, promotional allowances from Missouri sports books dipped to US$11 million – 36% of revenue compared to 61% of winnings in January.  Promotional outlays in Missouri are tax-deductible up to 25% of handle. February’s largesse represented 4% of handle and January’s was 9%. Sports books held 11.3% on handle of US$277 million, for a... Read more »

Slots developer Gaming Corps has entered into a content distribution agreement with Ontario operator Betty, expanding its presence in the market. New games will include recent releases such as 3 Easter Pigs, as well as Vendetta Fury, a title that was developed by Gaming Corps’ remote game server partner, Degen Studios. The integration extends to... Read more »

The Arizona Department of Gaming has launched a public awareness campaign to promote responsible gambling and expand the use of its voluntary self-exclusion program. The “Take Back the Game” initiative launched on March 30 and includes advertising across social media, television, and radio in both English and Spanish. The campaign informs residents that they can... Read more »

BetMGM has banned credit card payments after a fraud-related settlement with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board last week. The regulator issued a US$100,000 fine against the operator, stating that BetMGM lacked sufficient safeguards to prevent fraudulent activity, particularly in its identity verification processes. Investigations uncovered multiple cases in which users created accounts using stolen or... Read more »

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed an update to gambling regulations to prevent underage sports betting and reduce gambling-related harm across the state. The new measures come after officials raised concerns that minors are still finding ways to wager on gambling apps despite the existing safeguards. The proposals, which were developed in collaboration with... Read more »

Slots studio Peter & Sons has expanded its partnership with aggregator Relax Gaming to distribute its game portfolio in Brazil and Peru. LatAm is becoming a key area of growth for the igaming industry, with Brazil introducing regulatory measures for online casino gaming and sports betting in 2025 and Peru operating under a regulated framework.... Read more »

Australian operator Sportsbet has agreed to forgo signage and brand advertising at Australian Football League-owned Marvel Stadium and the Melbourne Cricket Ground as part of a multi-year partnership with the league. The deal with the Australian Football League is estimated to be worth about AU$100 million over seven years and covers commercial assets, as well... Read more »

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has sued Kalshi, alleging the company is operating in violation of state gambling laws. The complaint, filed in King County Superior Court, claims Kalshi is in violation of Washington law, which bans most forms of gambling outside of sports betting conducted on tribal lands. Brown is asking for an injunction... Read more »

Nepal’s Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has instructed authorities to shut down all ibetting sites within 24 hours after a Cabinet decision to curb illegal gambling, according to the Himalaya Diary. The directive was issued to the Nepal Telecommunications Authority under the supervision of Minister Dr. Bikram Timilsina. “The process to close these apps... Read more »

Icasino studio RubyPlay has launched its online casino content in West Virginia, the third US state in which the company operates. The expansion makes the company’s portfolio of games available to West Virginia players, including titles Vegas No Limit Wins SE, Mad Hit Diamonds, and Mad Hit Devil. The rollout enables local operators to add... Read more »

Games developer Playson has launched icasino content with Brazilian casino operator Betnacional. The agreement allows Betnacional to integrate a selection of Playson’s games into its platform, including 4 Pots Riches, Diamonds Power, and Sugar Teddy x1000. The titles are available to players using the operator’s online sportsbook and casino services. Betnacional, owned by Flutter Entertainment,... Read more »

A federal judge has denied a request by the NCAA to stop sportsbook operator DraftKings from using “March Madness” and other tournament-related trademarks in its sportsbook promotions. The ruling, issued Thursday in the Southern District of Indiana and reported by ESPN, found that the NCAA failed to show that the operator’s use of terms including... Read more »

Igaming operator PhilWeb has received accreditation from the gambling regulator PAGCOR, allowing it to operate as a service provider and affiliate within the country’s gambling sector. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange on 30 March, PhilWeb said the approval enables it to deliver technology and operational support to licensed gaming operators. The operator... Read more »

Eight of Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognised tribes have backed a bill to legalize online sports betting and urged Gov. Tony Evers to approve it. Assembly Bill 601, which has already passed both the State Assembly and Senate, would allow residents to place bets through mobile devices, as long as the servers that process those wagers... Read more »

Kambi has reported full-year revenue of €162 million for 2025, an 8.2% decrease on the previous year’s €176.4 million. The sportsbook provider highlighted several challenges, including regulatory changes, higher taxation, and broader macroeconomic pressures. Despite the falling topline, in its report the company pointed to improved momentum towards the end of the year, including a... Read more »

Nasdaq-listed Gambling.com Group has announced a shakeup of its senior management team, with Kevin McCrystle appointed as the new Chief Executive. McCrystal, who is a co-founder of Gambling.com Group and was former Chief Operating Officer, was appointed after the company’s other co-founder and former Chief Executive, Charles Gillespie, transitioned to Executive Chairman of the Board.... Read more »

Toronto-based fintech Wealthsimple has received regulatory approval to offer event contracts in Canada, similar to those offered by US prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket. The news was confirmed to the Globe and Mail, although it says it has not announced any concrete plans to launch prediction market products. The approval, granted by the Canadian Investment... Read more »

Sportradar has expanded its partnership with Hard Rock Bet to include data, odds, and in-play betting for the PGA Tour and UFC. Sportradar acquired the rights to the PGA Tour as part of its acquisition of IMG Arena. Hard Rock Bet users will now be able to access micro markets, including hole-level wagering options, such... Read more »

At the end of his first full quarter at the helm of Aristocrat Interactive, Dylan Slaney is on the verge of opening the floodgates on some of Aristocrat Interactive’s most valuable IP. When I caught up with him on the last day of ICE Barcelona, Slaney was relaxed and jovial amid the bustle of the... Read more »

The Philippine National Police have arrested 170 people during a raid on an illegal e-sabong operation in Tondo, as authorities step up enforcement against the banned activity. The operation was carried out on March 24 by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group in the National Capital Region. According to the Philippine National Police chief, General... Read more »

Thai authorities have arrested 68 Indian nationals after coordinated raids on two villas in Pattaya, dismantling online gambling operations with a total turnover of THB2.3 billion. The raids took place after a month-long investigation led by the Tourist Police Bureau with support from immigration officials and the Nong Prue tourist police. Officers targeted two rented... Read more »

DraftKings has introduced a new betting feature for the MLB season in DK Replay, designed to keep sports wagering active even when no live games are being played. The feature, initially launched in Oregon following regulatory approval, lets bettors engage with past MLB games in a format that mimics live, in-play wagering. Rather than betting... Read more »

A second US Senate proposal that would stop traders from betting on event contracts ranging from sports, politics, and the military is set to be introduced to Congress. Sen. Jeff Merkley introduced the Stop Corrupt Bets Act, alongside a companion bill in the House led by Rep. Jamie Raskin, on March 26. “When anyone can... Read more »

DraftKings and FanDuel have launched their sportsbook platforms in Arkansas after partnering with two of the state’s casinos. Oaklawn Casino in Hot Springs partnered with FanDuel, while Southland Casino in West Memphis partnered with DraftKings. Both operators were granted licenses to operate in the state by the Arkansas Racing Commission last month. Speaking to KTLO.com,... Read more »

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board on Wednesday approved a consent agreement presented by the Office of Enforcement Counsel, resulting in a US$100,000 fine to BetMGM. The board agreed that BetMGM failed to put sufficient procedures in place to prevent fraudulent behavior on its BetMGM and Borgata wagering platforms. This included insufficient know-your-customer protocols that allow... Read more »

Philippine online gambling operator DigiPlus Interactive expects to recover its user base by the second half of the year, following regulatory changes that affected e-wallets. DigiPlus President Andy Tsui told Manila Bulletin the recovery effort follows a government directive issued last year requiring the separation of online gaming platforms from widely used mobile wallets. “The... Read more »

Calls for reform of online gambling advertising in Australia have intensified, with a statement from the Australian Medical Association calling for immediate action. It highlighted what the Australian Medical Association described as “1,000 days of inaction” since a parliamentary report led by the late Peta Murphy recommended sweeping changes. The Association urged the federal government... Read more »

Prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket have introduced new restrictions on insider trading as regulators and lawmakers step up enforcement action on the platforms. The move comes amid growing concerns about the misuse of nonpublic information. In a statement, Kalshi said it had introduced new guardrails that would block politicians, athletes, and other relevant figures from... Read more »

Sports betting technology company Sportradar has launched its own online gaming brand, Playradar, which focuses on integrating sportsbook and casino experiences. The new brand merges sports data with casino-style games to create cross-platform content, including a live streaming platform where users can watch sports events while engaging with gaming content on the same screen. It... Read more »

The Public Health Advocacy Institute has launched a lawsuit against several US sportsbook operators, including DraftKings, FanDuel and Genius Sports, as well as the NFL. The non-profit argues that online sportsbooks are engineered to encourage addictive behavior and that the named defendants are distributing and profiting from them. According to the complaint, filed in Pennsylvania,... Read more »

Despite pushback from the NCAA, prediction market Kalshi has come away from March Madness a winner with trading reaching over US$800 million in the first weekend of the tournament. This figure nearly doubled the amount traded on all three weeks of last year’s competition, according to Bloomberg. In the first two rounds alone last year,... Read more »

Gaming Laboratories International has been granted igaming accreditation by Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR, becoming the first gaming testing company to achieve the accreditation and authorizing it to test and certify igaming platforms in the country. GLI said Monday that it will now bring its expertise to the Philippines, helping to ensure PAGCOR meets its policy... Read more »

Brian Mattingley, the former Chief Executive of 888 Holdings and until recently Chairman of Playtech, has been appointed as an independent non-executive Director of Hong Kong-listed International Entertainment Corp (IEC), which owns the Philippines’ LaVie Resort & Casino which includes New Coast Hotel Manila. His addition to IEC’s Board of Directors comes with leading Philippines... Read more »

The NCAA has accused DraftKings of unauthorized use of some of its trademarks, including ‘March Madness,’ in online betting promotions. The lawsuit, which was lodged in a federal court in Indiana on Friday, claims DraftKings used protected phrases tied to the NCAA’s men’s and women’s basketball tournaments. This included the ‘Final Four,’ ‘Elite Eight,’ and... Read more »

Caesars Entertainment has opened pre-registration for its Alberta-based sites, as the province moves closer to launching a regulated market for online casino gaming. The company confirmed that residents aged 21 and over will be able to sign up ahead of the official market opening, allowing them to receive updates leading up to the launch, as... Read more »

Online gaming technology provider Strive Gaming has partnered with New Jersey operator PlayStar Casino to support the operator’s expansion across the North American market. Strive will supply PlayStar with its player account management technology, with a view to PlayStar launching in new jurisdictions, including Ontario and soon-to-be-regulated Alberta. “PlayStar is a highly ambitious operator with... Read more »

A bipartisan Senate bill introduced Monday is seeking to stop federally regulated prediction platforms from offering sports betting and casino-style markets. The measure, introduced by Sen. Adam Schiff and Sen. John Curtis, would amend the Commodity Exchange Act to bar any entity registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission from listing contracts tied to sporting... Read more »

The Indian government has banned 300 sites and mobile apps as part of a crackdown on illegal gambling, enforcing rules that came into effect last year, as reported by The News Mill. The action, announced on 31 January, includes platforms offering sports betting, casino-style games, and peer-to-peer betting exchanges. Officials said the crackdown also extends... Read more »

Philippine online gaming platform Bet88 has appointed actor and model Kim Domingo as its new brand ambassador as part of the launch of a campaign designed to increase engagement. According to the company, the “Bagong PatiKim” campaign is the start of a new phase in its marketing efforts, aimed at strengthening its visibility in the... Read more »

Online betting technology group PureWager Group has become the official sports betting partner of MLB franchise Baltimore Orioles. The partnership marks PureWager Group’s entry into the US sports betting market. The technology company will become the title sponsor of a new scoreboard social area at Oriole Park, which has been in development since last season.... Read more »

Nevada gambling regulators have secured a short-term ban on some contracts offered by Kalshi, pending a court hearing. According to the Wall Street Journal, the temporary restraining order prevents Kalshi from offering event-based contracts tied to sports, elections, and entertainment within the state. The order, issued by the Nevada First Judicial District Court on Friday,... Read more »

A bid to bring online casino gambling to Maryland stalled after the referendum measure tied to the effort was withdrawn, leaving the remaining bill without a workable route in Maryland’s General Assembly. Sen. Ron Watson pulled Senate Bill 761 on 13 March. The bill had sought to place the issue before voters on Election Day.... Read more »

Kalshi has had its valuation increased to US$22 billion after its latest funding round, which raised more than US$1 billion. The Wall Street Journal was the first to report on the news, saying that the latest funding round was led by investment management firm Coatue Management, according to sources, which raised more than US$1 billion,... Read more »

A player in Michigan has won a US$223,883 jackpot on Hard Rock Bet, marking one of the largest payouts recorded by the operator in the state. The win occurred on the IGT-developed Triple Gold slot game, and the player had opted into a progressive jackpot feature that cost US$0.10 per spin. The player had registered... Read more »

Authorities in Uzbekistan have confirmed they have not yet issued any licenses for online gambling, despite the launch of a new legal framework. On March 18 a spokesperson for the National Agency for Prospective Projects, Askarjon Zakirov, said that while applications have been submitted, no approvals have been given, according to Uz Daily. Zakirov explained... Read more »

Minnesota’s attempt to legalize sports betting in the state is once again encountering resistance, despite a renewed push by lawmakers during the current legislative session. Senate File 4139 aims to establish a regulated framework for sports gambling in the state, including mobile betting options and partnerships with tribal operators. However, as with previous attempts, the... Read more »

Kentucky lawmakers have passed legislation to implement rule changes for sports betting, including raising the legal gambling age and restricting certain wagers. House Bill 904 would increase the minimum age for sports betting from 18 to 21, aligning Kentucky with most other states where gambling is legalized. Supporters of the bill argue the change is... Read more »

The MLB has partnered with predictions platform Polymarket, making it the league’s official prediction market exchange.   The announcement came after the MLB and the federal exchange regulator, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, established an information-sharing agreement and a memorandum of understanding that requires regular reviews of specific contracts that could raise integrity concerns. The... Read more »

Casino supplier Playtech has expanded its presence in North America after securing regulatory approval to enter Connecticut, making it the sixth US state in which it operates. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection issued the company an Online Gaming Service Provider license, expanding its multi-state presence following an earlier launch in Delaware. The rollout enables... Read more »

Philippine igaming supplier PhilWeb Corporation has partnered with casino operator Okada Manila, Tiger Resorts, to launch Okada Play.    The deal reflects PhilWeb’s broader strategy to position itself as a backend provider of gaming technology, supplying infrastructure, content, and customer management systems to real-world casino brands looking to enter the online market, according to Insider... Read more »

A Colorado Senate Finance committee has voted narrowly to advance sports betting legislation aimed at tightening the rules, as lawmakers raise concerns about rising gambling addiction. The bipartisan measure, Senate Bill 131, which was introduced on February 25, passed the Senate Finance Committee on a close 5-4 vote after lengthy debate. Supporters say the proposal... Read more »

Online gambling operators in the Philippines may face more stringent anti-money laundering compliance standards under proposals to update the country’s financial crime framework. Senator Joel Villanueva has filed Senate Bill No. 1983, rewriting the country’s Anti-Money Laundering Act to include digital transactions and cybercrime, according to the Philippine News Agency. A key part of the... Read more »

Tarek Mansour, the co-founder of prediction market Kalshi, has strongly criticized criminal charges filed against the company in Arizona, describing them as an excessive and unjustified escalation of an ongoing regulatory dispute. His comments to Bloomberg follow Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filing criminal charges for offering users the opportunity to wager on events in... Read more »

Betting data provider Beter has expanded its presence in Latin America by partnering with Colombian operator Wplay. Beter will provide Wplay with its eSportsBattle tournaments, announcing that its eFootball and eBasketball products are set to go live first. According to Beter, its eSportsBattle tournaments host up to 500,000 annual esports events, including eFootball, eBasketball, eHockey,... Read more »

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has ordered internet service providers to block eight more offshore gambling websites after finding they breached national law. The regulator targeted platforms: C**tSpin, Frumzi, Great Win, MyStake, Oh My Spins, RetroBet, The Dog House 2 Slot, and Viperwin, following investigations into prohibited services offered to local users. Authorities said... Read more »

Slots and casino provider BGaming has partnered with Centurion Association, a Brazilian non-profit organization, to support social development programs in underserved communities. The collaboration with Centurion Association is organized around the principle of using combat sports to promote social mobility and discipline in disadvantaged groups. It will focus on initiatives that are designed to improve... Read more »

Philippine operator DigiPlus Interactive has reported largely flat earnings for 2025, with tighter government controls on digital gambling platforms slowing momentum from the start of the year. DigiPlus posted net income of PHP12.6 billion, nearly matching its 2024 result. The figures show that annual revenue rose 12% to PHP84.2 billion, although most of that growth... Read more »

Arizona Attorney General Kristin Mayes filed criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi on Tuesday, alleging that the operator is illegally operating within the state. Arizona has become the first state to file criminal charges against Kalshi. The 20-page filing accuses Kalshi of unlawfully accepting wagers from bettors on pro and collegiate sports events, prop bets... Read more »

Massachusetts lawmakers have halted progress on the state’s online casino legalization after a committee voted to send House Bill 4431 to a study, blocking further action this session. Members of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies voted 11-0 to sideline the bill on Monday, preventing it from advancing to a full legislative... Read more »

Wisconsin’s online sports betting bill has passed the Senate with a vote of 21-12 and now heads to the desk of Gov. Tony Evers, despite mounting opposition from Senate lawmakers and industry bodies. Assembly Bill 601, introduced last October with bipartisan support, would mirror Florida’s betting market, allowing the state’s tribal nations to offer mobile... Read more »

Just 7% of prediction-market users are older than 49. That was one of myriad findings reported by Truist Securities analyst Barry Jonas in a 17 March investor note. Although prediction markets skewed younger in their appeal, 5% of customers surveyed were 21 or younger. The largest bettor cohort was in the 30-39 age range, representing... Read more »

DraftKings has introduced slot rewards feature, Flex Spins, to its online casino, which it says gives online casino users more control over promotional spins. The feature allows players to redeem spins across more than 100 slot titles, rather than being limited to just one game or a small selection. This marks a shift from the... Read more »

US research into the public’s attitudes toward prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket suggests many Americans see them as closer to gambling than investing. The survey, which was conducted by market research firm Ipsos and the American Institute for Boys and Men, found that 61% of those polled believe trading on prediction markets resembles... Read more »

Fanatics has appointed Alex Smith as Chief Legal Officer and promoted Sara Tait to Senior Vice President and Head of Legal and Regulated Industries. Smith will report directly to Chief Executive Matt King, joining the executive team. He will oversee legal, regulatory, compliance, and government affairs strategy for the firm’s sports betting and online gambling... Read more »

A court in Argentina has ordered internet providers in the country to block access to predictions platform Polymarket. Judge Susana Parada made the ruling following an investigation by Prosecutor Juan Rozas of the Buenos Aires specialized gambling prosecution office, which found that the site is operating as an unlicensed online betting service, according to the... Read more »

Virginia lawmakers have ended the 2026 legislative session without approving legislation to legalize online casinos, halting efforts that had advanced through both chambers. Both Senate Bill 118 and House Bill 161 passed the state Senate and House of Delegates but failed to progress after each chamber rejected the other’s version, leaving no unified measure for... Read more »

The Philippines’ Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission has entered an agreement with the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center as part of a crackdown on offshore gambling networks. The cybercrime agency has been tasked with building case files to support prosecutions and conducting digital forensic investigations tied to organized groups. “[The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center] is... Read more »

Mobile wallet company GCash has blocked more than 3,200 merchants linked to illegal activities, including igaming operations. According to the Manila Bulletin, the company said the move is part of an ongoing effort to combat the misuse of its payment platforms by unauthorized gambling operators and other fraudulent actors. GCash also mentioned that it had... Read more »

Experts in Canada have warned that the growth of online sports betting is pulling teenagers, particularly boys, into gambling via mobile apps. Part of the appeal, according to experts, stems from celebrity endorsements from the likes of Drake, Kendall Jenner, and Cristiano Ronaldo by sportsbook operators. They call for stronger industry regulations to protect teens.... Read more »

Digital marketing and customer acquisition firm Media Troopers has expanded its operations to include the LatAm market ahead of July’s FIFA World Cup. According to Media Troopers, as part of its operations, it will provide operators in the region with soccer-focused marketing channels and an updated portfolio of publishers and affiliates. The firm also has... Read more »

Kalshi sued Arizona regulators in federal court to stop them from shutting down its operations in the state. In its lawsuit, the company argues that its platform is regulated at the federal level by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and falls outside the authority of the Arizona Department of Gaming. The operator has asked US... Read more »

Access to the blogging platform Tumblr was restored in the Philippines after authorities acknowledged the site had been mistakenly blocked during a crackdown targeting illegal igaming networks. According to Phil Star Life, users across the country reported losing access to the service on 10 March, raising concerns that the platform had been restricted by local... Read more »

As March Madness nears, Americans are eager to wager on this year’s NCAA Basketball tournaments. The American Gaming Association estimates that Americans will legally wager US$3.3 billion on the NCAA Division I Women’s and Men’s Basketball Tournaments this year, a 54% increase over the past three years. The growth reflects the strength of the legal state-... Read more »

Betsson has agreed to acquire the Canadian business-to-consumer operations of gaming company Rhino Entertainment Group, as well as certain technology assets used in its business-to-business operations. The total purchase price is reported as €64.5 million and includes several parts of the Rhino Group, which currently offers gaming products to customers across the Canadian market. According... Read more »

Arizona regulators have raised concerns about prediction market platforms that allow users to place bets on real-world events, warning that they can pose gambling-like risks without the safety nets. The platforms allow people to buy and sell contracts tied to future outcomes, such as election results, government actions, or sporting performances. Some platforms even offer... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued new guidance on how sports prediction markets operate in the US. The regulator is also in active discussions with sports leagues regarding sports event contracts, according to Barron’s. In its advisory sent to designated contract markets, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission warned exchanges to carefully assess sports-related contracts... Read more »

Slots supplier RLX Gaming has expanded its presence in the US by partnering with Fanatics Casino to launch its gaming portfolio. A selection of RLX Gaming’s titles will now be available to Fanatics Casino players in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including Temple Tumble, Bonsai Dragon Blitz, and The Great Pigsby, as well as games developed... Read more »

WWE has partnered with online casino games developer White Hat Studios to launch an exclusive WWE-themed slot for Fanatics Casino. The slot, WrestleMania: Road to Gold, went live on March 12 in states where Fanatics Casino operates, including Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. According to White Hat Studios, the exclusive title features 20... Read more »

BetMGM on Thursday announced it has partnered with Jogo Global and Banijay Rights, the global distribution arm of media and entertainment powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, to secure exclusive rights to Survivor for online casino games, marketing and promotional initiatives. The debut of Survivor-branded titles at BetMGM Casino coincides with the show’s landmark 50th season telecast that... Read more »

Cyber Crime Police in Hyderabad, India, have detected and removed 124 social media accounts that were running 539 paid advertisements promoting unlawful online gaming and sports betting applications. Police said the advertisements targeted vulnerable individuals and promoted gambling platforms by offering incentives like bonuses, referral commissions, and claims of easy money. The accounts shared promotional... Read more »

The International Federation of Horseracing Authorities has raised concerns about the integrity risks posed by crypto-based betting platforms to Australian and New Zealand horse racing. In a recent study it found that more than 50 offshore crypto-betting sites are accepting wagers on horse racing in these countries. According to The Straight, the report analyzed deposit... Read more »

A proposed bill in Maryland to legalize online casino games such as blackjack and poker is facing opposition from officials in Worcester County and from representatives of a local casino. Senate Bill 885 was introduced by State Sen. Ron Watson and would allow internet gaming across the state. Watson has introduced similar measures in previous... Read more »

U.S. lawmakers are pushing for stronger regulations on online prediction markets, a fast-growing industry that allows users to bet on the outcomes of real-world events across sports, politics, and culture. Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut) has introduced legislation to tighten rules on these platforms and address concerns about fraud, insider trading, and consumer protection, according to the... Read more »

Betting data supplier Beter has expanded its operations in the US after being awarded a supplier license to enter Arizona. The Event Wagering Supplier License was approved by the Arizona Department of Gaming. Beter can now provide its betting products, including its ESportsBattle and Setka Cup table tennis tournaments, which are currently live with Bet365.... Read more »

February revenue from Oregon online sports betting narrowed dramatically for DraftKings. The company is the sole online sports betting provider in the state. DraftKings realized US$7.2 million in OSB revenue, a 25.6% plunge from the same month in 2025. Handle, however, rose 3.4% to US$70.6 million, enabling DraftKings to realize a 10.2% hold on monies... Read more »

Massachusetts could be about to tighten its regulations around sports gambling after a Senate committee advanced legislation that would ban certain types of bets during games. A proposal, introduced by state Sen. John F. Keenan, received unanimous support from the legislature’s Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies. The measure will now move to... Read more »

Police in the Philippines have arrested four South Korean nationals suspected of operating an illegal online gambling hub from a condominium unit in Cebu City. Operatives from the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group carried out the raid with a warrant to search, seize, and examine computer data, according to Inquirer.net. The operation followed reports from... Read more »

A federal judge in Ohio has ruled that the state can enforce its gambling laws against companies offering sports event contracts, rejecting an attempt by prediction market Kalshi to block state enforcement. On March 9, Chief US District Judge Sarah D. Morrison denied Kalshi’s request for a preliminary injunction that would have prevented regulators from... Read more »

Philippine gaming company Bloomberry has introduced what it describes as the country’s first fully transparent live studio games through its online platform, MegaFUNalo. The games will be presented in a live studio setup that features a glass gaming table and a floor-to-ceiling LED backdrop, according to Insider PH. Bloomberry added that the design allows players... Read more »

Ontario-based operator Betty Gaming has obtained the land-based Kirkland Lake Bingo Hall in northern Ontario, allowing the company to add regulated online bingo to its casino operations. The acquisition will allow Betty to operate within the province’s charitable bingo framework, which directs a portion of the company’s igaming revenue to Area Bingo Association-licensed charities. Betty’s... Read more »

The NCAA has integrated ProhiBet from compliance consultancy IC360 into its sports integrity processes for the upcoming Division I men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, and softball championships. The tool monitors officials, such as athletes, coaches, and other league personnel, who are normally prohibited from wagering. ProhiBet uses a secure network to access data, which it... Read more »

Entain Australia and New Zealand Chief Executive Andrew Vouris has called for greater oversight from banks as part of efforts to prevent illegal offshore gambling operators targeting Australian consumers. Sharing his thoughts at the Regulating the Game conference in Sydney on Monday, Vouris argued that financial institutions should take on a larger role in identifying... Read more »

The Center for Addiction Science, Policy and Research, a nonprofit research organization focused on gambling addiction, has released a report grading states on their consumer protections for sports betting and igaming. The report, released March 4, shows that out of 50 states, those with no online gambling, such as Montana, Hawaii, and California, all received... Read more »

New Zealand’s Secretary of Internal Affairs Paul James has said the government’s plan to regulate online casinos is intended to manage an existing market rather than introduce online gambling in the country. During a keynote address at the Regulating the Game conference in Sydney, he explained that the proposed Online Casino Gambling Bill is designed... Read more »

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has proposed a ban on online casinos, arguing that the growth of online gambling is harming families and increasing addiction across the country. In a YouTube video posted on Sunday, Lula said the government plans to work with lawmakers to introduce legislation banning online casino platforms. He warned... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator Underdog Fantasy has acquired derivatives firm Aristotle Exchange to launch its own sports event contracts. Underdog said it purchased Aristotle Exchange Designated Contract Market and Aristotle Derivatives Clearing Organization, both regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Until now, the platform listed contracts through an agreement with Crypto.com, which supplied the... Read more »

Mindway AI on Monday announced a strategic partnership with Amelco, a B2B platform provider known for building trading and sportsbook solutions for the gambling industry operators, including Fanatics, Hard Rock Bet, Entain, and Flutter Entertainment. The collaboration aims to extend Amelco’s compliance and licensing services globally, enhancing player protection and regulatory adherence across multiple markets. Founded in 2006 by veterans of... Read more »

Police in South Korea have arrested eight members of a criminal group accused of operating illegal igaming platforms that processed about KRW70 billion in wagers, according to Korea JoongAng Daily. The Ulsan Metropolitan Police Agency arrested the people, including the alleged ringleader, mid-level managers, and customer service staff. Seven of those arrested were detained on... Read more »

Lawmakers in the Georgia House rejected a proposal to legalize sports betting, leaving the long-running effort to expand gambling stalled again. House Resolution 450 failed 98-63 during a vote on Friday. The proposal required at least 120 votes to pass. The defeat marks the second straight year the resolution has failed, leaving Georgia among just... Read more »

Kalshi is expanding beyond the US for the first time through a partnership with Brazilian brokerage XP, Bloomberg reported. Under the agreement, Kalshi will offer event-based contracts linked to Brazil’s economy, including yes-or-no predictions on inflation and interest rates. The contracts will be available to Kalshi’s existing US users and select Brazilian investors through XP’s... Read more »

Men’s college basketball generated US$2.3 billion in wagers last month on prediction market platform Kalshi, making it the most bet-on sport for Kalshi in February. According to Front Office Sports, NFL-related markets generated roughly US$1.8 billion in trading during February, while NBA games generated about US$1.7 billion. The surge in popularity comes as the NCAA... Read more »

Despite slashing his price target on Flutter Entertainment, one analyst stood by the embattled stock. James Wheatcroft of Jefferies Equity Research cut his per-share target on Flutter from US$380 to US$210. The stock was trading at US$112.68 at the time of Wheatcroft’s 6 March report. Wheatcroft kept a “Buy” rating on Flutter, saying he was... Read more »

Among the five publicly traded operators of online sports betting in New York State, only DraftKings experienced more revenue in February. FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook and theScore Bet all suffered declines. The downward trend came in spite of a 5.7% increase in handle to more than US$2 billion. Aggregate revenues of US$177.5 million were 4%... Read more »

An overview of igaming revenue in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, West Virginia, Delaware, and Rhode Island, the seven states where online gambling is legal in the US. National Total igaming revenue for January 2026 added up to an even US$921 million versus US$762.2 million in January 2025. Michigan Michigan’s online casinos grossed US$298.3 million... Read more »

Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit seeking to block prediction platform Kalshi from operating in the state. The lawsuit, which has been filed in Ingham County Circuit Court, says that Kalshi’s event-based trading platform is effectively an online sportsbook operating without the licenses required under the state’s Lawful Sports Betting Act. The... Read more »

A bill introduced in the Kentucky General Assembly would raise the legal age for sports betting in the state from 18 to 21, as well as ban prop bets and introduce fantasy sports.   House Bill 904, sponsored by state Reps. Michael Meredith and Matt Koch, was introduced on March 4 and has yet to... Read more »

New Zealand’s SkyCity Entertainment Group is facing legal action over its online casino operation, according to a filing with New Zealand’s Exchange. The proceedings have been brought against SkyCity, SkyCity Auckland Holdings, and Malta-based Silvereye Entertainment, which runs the SkyCity Online platform. According to The New Zealand Herald, the case seeks to test whether the... Read more »

Baltimore officials have filed a lawsuit against six social casino operators, accusing them of running illegal online gambling platforms disguised as sweepstakes. The complaint, filed in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City by the mayor and city council, along with the Baltimore City Law Department and the law firm DiCello Levitt, alleged that the companies... Read more »

Bet365 has signed a multi-year agreement to become the official sports betting partner of the UFC across the US and Canada. Bet365 will provide UFC fans with what it describes as an “immersive betting experience,” with its sportsbook integrated into live broadcasts that include on-screen betting tickers, fighter odds, intro odds, and same-game parlays. Bet365... Read more »

Manila, 6 March 2026 – Complete iGaming (CiG) has officially gone live on its new Expert Contributor Program, with Arden Consult’s Marie Antonette “Tonet” B. Quiogue stepping in as CiG’s first such Expert Contributor. The Expert Contributor Program connects CiG directly with a tightly held circle of online gaming industry specialists. These are intentionally rare... Read more »

Philippine online lottery supplier Pacific Online Systems has acquired 200 million treasury shares of parent firm, Belle Corp, as part of its strategic shift away from online following a regional clampdown on online betting. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Belle Corp said Pacific Online purchased the shares at PHP1.40 each, equating to... Read more »

Daily fantasy sports operator Underdog Fantasy has laid off at least 125 employees, which is more than 20% of its workforce, as it shifts its business strategy toward prediction markets and AI.   The layoffs, which happened on February 27, mark one of the company’s most significant restructurings since its rapid expansion in the US... Read more »

Slots developer Yggdrasil has expanded its presence in Brazil by striking new partnerships with gambling operators F12, Blaze, and Novibet. Customers of the three platforms will be able to play over 400 of Yggdrasil’s casino titles, including titles like Buffalo Freedom, MexoMax2, and 4 Wolves of Fortune. As well as its in-house slot portfolio, the... Read more »

IGT PlayDigital has launched Eternal Link Warrior’s Empire online in the US and Ontario, as well as in land-based casinos in the region. The launch marks the first title of IGT’s Eternal Link series to debut online, which is well-known for displaying “fiery visuals” as well as energetic character animations, and bountiful bonus mechanics. Players... Read more »

Philippine cybercrime authorities are pursuing criminal cases against promoters of illegal online gambling after an investigation into websites, mobile applications, and social media endorsements tied to unlicensed betting operations. At a press conference on Wednesday, Executive Director of the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center Undersecretary, Aboy Paraiso, handed the group’s findings over to the Anti-Cybercrime... Read more »

Outlays by online sports books to players fell in January, the second month of sports wagering in Missouri. The promotional giveaways went from 119% of revenue in December to 61% in January. Hold in Missouri was 14.2%, the tightest reported for a month. J.P. Morgan stock analyst Daniel Politzer opined in a 2 March investor... Read more »

A South Dakota House committee has rejected a proposal that would have asked voters to legalize mobile sports betting. Senate Joint Resolution 504 was introduced to the Senate by Rep. Greg Jamison in January, and if approved by both chambers, it would have appeared on the general election ballot in November. Although the Senate passed... Read more »

The clock is ticking for Massachusetts lawmakers, who are facing opposition from public health leaders amid key March deadlines to pass a bill legalizing online casino gambling. State Rep. David Muradian introduced HB 4431 to regulate and license online casino games back in August 2025, while a separate proposal from Sen. Paul Feeney and Rep.... Read more »

Slot developer RubyPlay has expanded its presence in Mexico and the wider LatAm region by partnering with Codere Online. Codere will integrate a selection of RubyPlay-developed games into its platform, including J Mania Loco Habanero, Grand Express Diamond Class, and Zeus Rush Fever Deluxe SE. Codere will also receive titles developed by RubyPlay’s independent games... Read more »

Bragg Gaming Group has appointed Morten Tonnesen as Chief Operating Officer while promoting Garrick Morris to Executive Vice President of Global Content US and Canada. The restructuring comes as Bragg seeks to enhance operational output and focus on its regional operations in the US and Canada, as well as internationally. Bragg said it recorded major... Read more »

In 2025, Sportradar laid out a three-year plan for its business through 2027. “Over the course of 2025 we delivered on this strategy,” said Chief Executive Carsten Koerl during the company’s fourth-quarter earnings call 3 March. “We performed ahead of the expectations we laid out,” Koerl continued. “We see a long runway ahead for further... Read more »

Data provider Sportradar pivoted from a modest loss in the fourth quarter of 2024 to a profit a year later. The company finished 2025’s fourth quarter €4.4 million in the black. For all of 2025, revenue was up 17% to a company-best €1.3 billion. Cash flow grew by a third to €297 million. The full-year... Read more »

A revised bill that would legalize online sports betting in Mississippi has been introduced to the state legislature, this time introducing tax cuts for the state’s casinos. House Bill 4074 was introduced on February 25 by Rep. Casey Eure to get sports betting rolling in the state, where other bills have previously failed. Under the... Read more »

The Chairman of Philippine operator DigiPlus Interactive, Eusebio Tanco, has increased his stake in the company by buying 63.1 million additional shares. DigiPlus said the acquisition underscores Tanco’s bullish outlook as the operator continues to expand in the Philippines and worldwide, according to the Daily Tribune. Tanco said the company was entering an exciting phase... Read more »

Online slots developer Wazdan has expanded its presence in North America by partnering with FanDuel Casino to launch additional titles in Michigan and Ontario. Ontario players will be able to enjoy Mighty Fish: Blue Marlin and 36 Coins from Wazdan’s gaming portfolio. In Michigan, 12 Bells and Hot Slot: 777 Crown will launch on the... Read more »

The Sports Betting Alliance is pushing the Wisconsin Senate to amend the sports betting bill to include members of the advocacy group. The bill, which was passed by the Assembly last month, would create a model for the state’s tribes that already offer retail sports betting on tribal land to begin offering online sports betting.... Read more »

Australian independent MP Monique Ryan has introduced a private member’s bill seeking to have gambling harm formally recognized as a public health issue by the Australian Centre for Disease Control. The proposal would require the national health body to collect more robust data on gambling-related harm and to support coordinated prevention strategies. It follows mounting... Read more »

An Ontario study has found that the rate of young men contacting the province’s mental health helpline for gambling-related problems has surged by more than 300% since the expansion of igaming, according to the Toronto Star. The study, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, analyzed contacts with the mental health and addictions helpline ConnexOntario... Read more »

India’s federal financial crimes agency, the Directorate of Enforcement, has frozen assets worth INR181 million in connection with an alleged illegal online betting operation tied to offshore platform 1xBet, according to Storyboard 18. The action brings the total amount frozen in the case to roughly INR372.3 million as investigators continue to trace financial flows. The... Read more »

FanDuel and DraftKings continue to be major winners of Missouri’s new sports betting market, handling almost three-quarters of the money wagered in Missouri during the first two months of legal sports betting. According to recent data published by the Missouri Gaming Commission, the pair accounted for about 73% of the nearly US$928 million wagered in... Read more »

Geolocation and compliance company Xpoint has been granted a vendor license and will enter Massachusetts’ sports betting market. Through the launch, operators in the state will have access to Xpoint’s geolocation product, which provides tools to ensure player activity remains compliant with the Massachusetts Gaming Commission’s regulatory requirements. According to Xpoint, its platform is built... Read more »

Around 64% of Wisconsin voters oppose legalizing online sports betting in the state, according to The Centre Square. A recent poll from Marquette University found that of the 818 registered voters asked, 64% opposed legalizing online sports betting, while 34% supported it. Data showed that 61% of Republicans were opposed, along with 66% of Democrats... Read more »

Kalshi has increased its lobbying efforts in the state of New York as lawmakers advance proposals to regulate the fast-growing prediction market sector, according to Bloomberg Law. Kalshi registered with the state lobbying commission on 21 February, securing a US$10,000-per-month contract with Albany firm Brown Weinraub. According to filings, the company plans to lobby on... Read more »

Ontario’s regulated market has broken new records in January, with total cash wagers generating CA$9.5 billion, up 21.4% year-on-year from CA$7.8 billion – the highest total since the market went live in 2022. The figures, published by iGaming Ontario, a commercial subsidiary of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, show that total non-adjusted gross... Read more »

The operator will be granted access to the state’s sports betting market pending final regulatory approval of its partnership with Southland Casino Hotel. Launching in Arkansas will grant over two million more adults in the state access to DraftKings’ online sportsbook, increasing DraftKings’ coverage in the US to 53% of the population. Customers in Arkansas... Read more »

PointsBet has said that it will contest an Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario decision that handed the operator a five-day suspension for failing to report suspicious wagers. PointsBet said it will request a hearing from the License Appeal Tribunal to appeal the regulator’s Notice of Proposed Order. The operator said it believed the sanction... Read more »

MGM Resorts International and BetMGM have committed more than US$1 million to responsible gaming initiatives as part of Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March. The companies have committed US$450,000 to fund a three-year research project through the International Center for Responsible Gaming to examine how sports wagering affects player behavior and risk patterns. The remainder of the... Read more »

Football — the American kind — was on the minds of Flutter Entertainment leadership in their fourth-quarter earnings call. NFL results and offerings, they argued, dampened the returns of their FanDuel subsidiary. “The second half of the NFL season saw less-compelling content,” lamented CEO Peter Jackson. He said the gridiron action engineered more churn by... Read more »

Although fourth-quarter revenue for Flutter Entertainment grew 25% to reach US$4.7 billion, the FanDuel parent company saw profits crater from US$156 million in 2024’s final quarter to US$10 million, a 94% collapse. Full-year revenue went up 17% to US$16.3 billion but Flutter posted a year-end loss of US$407 million. The numbers were disclosed after the... Read more »

Codere Online CEO Aviv Sher said he was “very pleased with how we finished 2025,” in light of challenges his company faced during the year. Sher made his remarks during Codere’s fourth-quarter earnings call on 26 February. Sher noted that Codere had met its investment guidance for 2025. “This gives us a lot of confidence... Read more »

A profit of €3.9 million in 2024 pivoted to a loss of €1.8 million the following year, according to financial results reported by Codere Online. The igaming and sports betting provider disclosed earnings on 26 February. Nevertheless, gaming revenue was up 15%, reaching €60.7 million for the fourth quarter and €224.1 million for the full... Read more »

A bipartisan group of Colorado lawmakers has introduced a bill that would ban prop bets on individual athletes through sports betting apps. The legislation, Senate Bill 26-131, would ban bets on specific player performances and ban the use of credit cards on sportsbooks like FanDuel and DraftKings. It would also limit the number of deposits... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s has restated its enforcement capabilities in relation to allegations of insider trading and fraud in markets offered by the prediction market Kalshi. The regulator said the matter had been handled internally by Kalshi. However, it added that it still holds full authority to police illegal trading practices. In one case,... Read more »

Sportsbook CrownBet, operated by Betfair, has relaunched in Australia after an eight-year absence from the market. CrownBet’s re-entry was announced in December, after technology supplier BetMakers partnered with Betfair in a five-year deal to return CrownBet to the Australian betting market. Prior to its launch, CrownBet had undergone various rebrands, including Big Easy in 2018... Read more »

Video game developer Valve Corporation is facing a lawsuit from New York Attorney General Letitia James, claiming the company illegally promoted gambling through its video games. Its games, including Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2, which are popular among children and teenagers, were found to enable gambling, as users could pay to take... Read more »

Australian betting company Tabcorp Holdings has reported a slight growth in revenue and turnover in the first half of the financial year, despite a decline in digital turnover. Tabcorp revealed that revenue rose slightly year-on-year to AU$1.344 billion, with EBITDA reaching AU$217.4 million. Wagering turnover also increased 0.3%, supported by a rise in sports betting... Read more »

Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies has blocked a proposed tax on fixed-odds betting that would have funded public security initiatives. The Chamber authorized the Anti-Faction Bill, but removed a proposed levy that would have imposed a 15% tax on fixed-odds betting operations until broader tax reform took effect in 2027. The creation of CIDE (Contribution for... Read more »

The Chief Executive of South Korean insurance company Hanwha General Insurance, Na Chaebum, has given his support for a campaign to tackle youth gambling. The campaign is in response to concerns about the spread of online betting among young people in Korea, according to the Asia Business Daily. Organized by the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency,... Read more »

The Philippine government is considering banning messaging company Telegram as authorities intensify efforts to tackle illegal online gambling operations. Speaking to radio station DZRH Dos por Dos, the Secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology, Henry Aguda, said regulators have monitored illegal gambling operators moving to Telegram to avoid enforcement. He added that... Read more »

The Hong Kong Jockey Club has partnered with Entain and New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing to become the new title sponsor of the Group 1 New Zealand Derby. The Group 1 New Zealand Derby will be renamed the Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool New Zealand Derby. The 2,400-meter race will be held in Auckland next... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has taken legal action against state officials in Utah, filing a federal lawsuit to block what it says are imminent efforts to enforce the state’s anti-gambling laws against the platform. The complaint, filed in the US District Court for the District of Utah on Monday, names Gov. Spencer Cox, Attorney General Derek... Read more »

Slots developer White Hat Studios has expanded on its partnership with online casino operator Hard Rock Bet Casino to launch custom-branded slots for its New Jersey and Michigan platforms. As part of the extended deal, White Hat will launch a custom version of its 7s Fire Blitz Hotstepper slot, featuring updated visuals and a new... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has removed promotional markers from social media platform X after a policy shift tightened oversight of gambling-related advertising. Kalshi confirmed it had stripped affiliate badges from X profiles tied to revenue-sharing arrangements promoting its event contracts, according to The Block.   The move followed updated paid partnership rules introduced last week by... Read more »

Australian betting company Tabcorp has got the green light from regulators to expand its Tap in-play betting product, after the Australian Communications and Media Authority said the service does not breach the federal Interactive Gambling Act. The Australian Communications and Media Authority launched an investigation in May last year after Tabcorp confirmed it was testing... Read more »

India’s financial investigation agency, the Enforcement Directorate, has alleged that Karnataka Congress MLA Veerendra Puppy and his associates laundered INR23 billion through illegal online gambling operations. In a statement, the Bengaluru Zonal Office of the Enforcement Directorate confirmed it has filed a chargesheet under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, according to the Indian... Read more »

Utah lawmakers have taken a step toward outlawing prop betting, advancing a bill last week that would crack down on wagers tied to specific in-game events rather than overall game results. Lawmakers on the Senate Business and Labor Committee voted unanimously on Thursday to approve House Bill 243, clearing it for further consideration in the... Read more »

DraftKings launched its online sportsbook in Puerto Rico on February 23, following a retail launch in November at Foxwoods El San Juan Casino. Online betting is only available to Puerto Rico residents, and those who wish to use it must register in person at the casino first. Those who register will have full access to... Read more »

The Royal Thai Police has extended cooperation with Meta Platforms to curb illegal online gambling, as well as predatory lending apps and false recruitment ads operated by scam syndicates. On 20 February, senior officers from the Royal Thai Police met Meta executives in Bangkok to strengthen enforcement efforts and coordinate platform monitoring, according to Pattaya... Read more »

Philippine gaming services company PhilWeb has partnered with casino content supplier FBM Philippines to launch a nationwide online gambling platform installed across FBM’s electronic bingo machines. Under the agreement, PhilWeb will build and operate FBM’s online platform, with the initial rollout expanding to at least 30,000 machines across 500 venues. PhilWeb and FBM intend to... Read more »

The Korea Baseball Organization has suspended four players from the Lotte Giants team after an internal disciplinary review for gambling violations, according to Chosun Daily. The Korea Baseball Organization ruled that pitcher Kim Dong-hyok will serve a 50-game suspension after it was confirmed that he had visited a gambling venue on three occasions. Teammates Ko... Read more »

Isportsbook operators DraftKings and FanDuel have submitted applications to partner with two of Arkansas’s three casinos to launch sports betting apps, according to 5 News. The applications were confirmed by Scott Hardin, spokesman for the Arkansas Racing Commission, which oversees casino gaming, horse racing, and sports betting. Under Arkansas law, national operators must partner with... Read more »

Malaysia’s federal government has until 3 March to file a new bill that would crack down on illegal igaming in the country. The proposal, which has yet to be named, was brought up earlier in the month by Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, who said the bill addresses growing concerns over the effect of igaming... Read more »

Icasino game supplier Octoplay has launched into the LatAm market through a partnership with sports betting and igaming operator Superbet. The launch will see Octoplay debut its portfolio of games in Brazil, after the company’s collaborations in Europe. “Our Brazilian launch with Superbet marks a historic beginning of our South American expansion,” Ralitsa Georgieva, Director... Read more »

India’s Supreme Court has directed authorities to not take coercive action against real-money gaming operators Fanmade11 Fantasy Sports and 9Stacks Games until it delivers judgment for a separate operator, Gameskraft.   According to StoryBoard 18, the court was presided over by a three-judge bench that included Indian Chief Justice Joymalya Bagchi. The order was passed... Read more »

Igaming and technology provider St8 has partnered with icasino operator Tonybet to launch in Ontario. St8 will provide Tonybet with access to its aggregation platform, enabling Tonybet to access a library of titles from multiple providers through a single application programming interface. According to St8, its platform is scalable, with products designed to help operators... Read more »

The Philippines’ Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center is pushing for the introduction of ‘cyber diplomats’ to strengthen the country’s fight against online crimes originating abroad. Cybercrime Investigation Coordination Center Executive Director Undersecretary Renato Paraiso said a draft bill proposing the new positions had been debated at a recent hearing of the Senate Committee on Games... Read more »

The Wisconsin Assembly has voted to legalize online sports betting, passing a bipartisan bill on a voice vote during what was likely to be its last session day of the year. The bill cleared the chamber with minimal objection and no floor debate, but its path forward in the Senate remains unclear. The bill was... Read more »

A federal judge in Tennessee has delivered a significant early victory to prediction market Kalshi by issuing a preliminary injunction that temporarily blocks state officials from enforcing local gambling laws against its sports-related event contracts. US District Judge Aleta Trauger agreed with Kalshi that its sports event contracts fall under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA).... Read more »

A police complaint has been filed against four Korean Baseball players who were found entering a Taiwan online gambling venue illegally earlier this month. The complaint against the Lotte Giants players Go Seung-min, Na Seung-yeop, Kim Dong-hyeok, and Kim Se-min was filed with the Busan Metropolitan Police Agency and could change the disciplinary actions taken... Read more »

India’s financial investigation agency, the Enforcement Directorate, has seized bank accounts, fixed deposits, and bonds worth INR 5.9 billion from real-money gaming operator Winzo. The agency announced the enforcement action on Thursday, having taken the money under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, according to Asian News International. Winzo has been accused of hosting real-money games... Read more »

South Carolina lawmakers are considering legalizing online sports betting to curb the growth of prediction markets, but the bill’s passage this year remains unlikely. Senate Bill 444, sponsored by Sens. Tom Davis and Matt Leber, was introduced in March and was referred to the Senate Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry. If passed, the bill... Read more »

The UAE Lottery has launched a new online game called ‘Quick 5’, offering quick-fire draws every two minutes. According to information released by the company, each ‘Quick 5’ draw sees five numbers between 1 and 11 drawn randomly. Players can bet on one of two options: ‘ANY’, where they win if their numbers are drawn... Read more »

At least six federal politicians in Australia have declared that they accepted free tickets and hospitality from major gambling companies in recent months, as the government faces growing pressure to tighten wagering advertising laws. Disclosures in the Register of Interest show that operators Tabcorp and Sportsbet provided tickets to events, including major horse race meets... Read more »

Lawmakers in Virginia have approved another online casino bill amid heated debate over legalization. The House of Delegates approved House Bill 161, which would regulate and tax online casino gaming. The bill, which passed 67-30 after previously failing 46-49, would place oversight of internet gaming with the Virginia Lottery Board. Operators would have to obtain... Read more »

Codere Online has launched an iOS poker application in Mexico, with a similar bingo product and the android poker app billed to follow soon. Developed in partnership with Playtech, the iOS poker app integrates with Playtech’s player‑vs‑player poker network, enabling Mexican users to compete in real time with players across multiple operators. In a statement... Read more »

A Wisconsin lawmaker has stated that he is confident a delayed sports wagering bill could still be passed by the state Assembly. Sponsored by Representative Tyler August, the bill is currently held up on a delayed calendar, and could still be brought up at any point, while Assembly Speaker Robin Vos stated that today would... Read more »

Connecticut lawmakers are turning their attention to the rapidly expanding world of prediction market platforms with a proposal that would impose stricter age limits and advertising rules. House Bill 5038, currently under review by the state’s General Law Committee, seeks to raise the minimum age of prediction markets from 18 to 21, aligning these markets... Read more »

New York-based sports trading platform Novig has raised US$75 million in a Series B funding round led by crypto investment firm Pantera Capital, and is now looking to expand into sports prediction markets. Other investments came from gaming investor Makers Fund, investment firm Edge Equity, healthcare investor Perceptive Ventures, and venture capital firms Forerunner, Multicoin... Read more »

Australia’s wagering industry has called for a national blacklist of illegal offshore gambling websites, arguing current enforcement measures fail to curb a growing black market. Responsible Wagering Australia, which represents online bookmakers including Sportsbet, Bet365, and PointsBet, has urged the federal government to introduce a regime with take-down powers like those of online safeguarding agency,... Read more »

Blowing past Wall Street expectations, Rush Street Interactive recorded high double-digit increases for the fourth quarter and full year. Results were released at the end of trading on 17 February. Profits were US$19.1 million quarterly and US$74 million for the year. Fourth-quarter revenue was US$324.9 million, a 28% boost, while 2025 revenue exceeded US$1.1 billion,... Read more »

Hawaii is one of two US states with no legal gambling of any kind, but a bill to legalize online sports betting in the state cleared another hurdle this week. The Hawaii House Economic Development and Technology Committee voted 4-3 to move HB 2570 out of committee, despite 41 of the 52 public comments submitted... Read more »

Australian operator SportsBet has filed a counterclaim against a class action lawsuit regarding illegal fast codes the company offered to bettors. Sportsbet argues that if the courts deem the use of fast codes illegal, then the plaintiffs who used them and won bets should have to return the money. It follows an October ruling by... Read more »

The Nevada Gaming Control Board filed a civil enforcement action against prediction market Kalshi in Carson City District Court on Tuesday, accusing the platform of operating unlawful activities under state law. Nevada’s latest complaint seeks a declaration that Kalshi’s activities violate state gaming laws and an injunction to stop offering its services to Nevada residents.... Read more »

Kambi has released its fourth quarter and full-year earnings update, with quarterly revenue declining 3.9% year-on-year to €42.7 million, while full-year revenue was down 8.2% year-on-year to €162 million. Chief Executive Werner Becher cited tax increases in several jurisdictions and FX pressures as among the challenges contributing to the declines in revenue. Adjusted EBITA for... Read more »

Rush Street Interactive executives were besieged by Wall Street stock analysts in its fourth quarter earnings call yesterday, who wanted to know if or when the company was going to enter prediction markets. The former remained mostly firm in their demurral. Chief Executive Richard Schwartz had addressed the topic glancingly in his opening remarks, saying... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has filed an amicus brief in federal court regarding states’ rights to regulate prediction markets. Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Michael Selig, published an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal earlier in the week, stating that it is the Commission, not individual states, that has the authority to... Read more »

Two Nebraska petitions that would legalize online sports betting in the state have been approved for circulation ahead of the state’s 2026 general election. The proposals have been supported by both the WarHorse Casinos in the state and the Sports Betting Alliance, according to the Lincoln Journal Star. After being filed on January 9, the... Read more »

Philippine Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is calling for tougher laws to tackle the rapid growth of illegal online gambling, warning that unlicensed betting platforms continue to exploit regulatory gaps and fuel gambling addiction for millions of Filipinos. In a news release on Tuesday, Senator Gatchalian said illegal gambling websites keep resurfacing despite government efforts to block... Read more »

The Indian Gaming Association has gathered tribal leaders, policymakers, and industry advocates at Capitol Hill for a congressional briefing to spotlight what they see as a major threat to tribal gaming and sovereignty. Presenters at the briefing said that the rapid growth of sports-event contracts offered by online prediction market platforms undermines existing gaming regulations... Read more »

A bill aiming to legalize online casino gambling narrowly advanced in the Virginia Senate on Monday, surviving an initial defeat just one day before a legislative deadline. Senate Bill 118, introduced by Senator Mamie Locke, would legalize regulated internet casino games such as blackjack and slot machines, with the amended Senate bill including a launch... Read more »

Games developer Wazdan has partnered with Fanatics Casino in West Virginia, expanding its presence in the state as well as the US-regulated market. As part of the partnership, 15 Wazdan titles will launch on the Fanatics platform for West Virginia players to enjoy. These games include 12 Bells, 12 Coins Grand Gold Edition, 9 Bells,... Read more »

Games developer Fennica Gaming has launched in Mexico through a partnership with operator Novibet, further strengthening its presence in the LatAm market. According to Fennica Gaming, the partnership with Novibet supports its 2026 strategy, particularly in terms of global market expansion. The group highlights that the collaboration also underscores its growth with trusted operators and... Read more »

Philippine online casino operator Buenas PH has urged celebrities and online personalities to take a more active role in tackling illegal gambling and addiction, as it seeks to rebuild confidence in regulated platforms. Buenas PH made the call during a press conference for the inaugural Battle of Streamers, staged by igaming broadcast platform YGS Live,... Read more »

The International Association of Gaming Regulators has appointed Kevin Mullally to the newly established role of Chief Executive. In a statement, the International Association of Gaming Regulators said Mullally would lead the execution of board-approved strategy, strengthen operations and work on enhancing partnerships that support common challenges faced by regulators across jurisdictions. Mullally has decades of senior-level experience... Read more »

Two Philippine senators have questioned police agencies over their handling of illegal igaming, raising concerns about the persistence of online cock-fighting betting sites or e-sabong despite a national ban, according to a report by Newsbytes.PH. At a recent Senate hearing, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian asked why specific websites and operators continued to function despite alleged non-compliance... Read more »

New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs has ruled that prediction market platforms Polymarket and Kalshi are illegal under the country’s gambling laws. Prediction markets let users place bets on future events ranging from sporting events to political developments and monetary policy decisions, and have been growing in popularity in recent months, with some even partnering... Read more »

The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority has backed Connecticut’s efforts in trying to block prediction market platforms in the state, arguing that they illegally encroach on tribal gaming operations. According to the Hartford Business Journal, the news follows Mohegan’s first-quarter financial results, which revealed modest performance that fell short of strong expectations. The casino operator reported... Read more »

Sports betting technology provider Kambi has partnered with igaming operator ComeOn Group to integrate its odds feed technology Odds Feed + into ComeOn’s sportsbook. ComeOn, which is active across a number of regulated igaming markets, including Ontario, will gain access to Kambi’s odds technology, including esports odds through its esports division Abios. “We are delighted... Read more »

Igaming studio Spribe has partnered with UFC Hall of Famer and former middleweight champion Michael Bisping to be its latest brand ambassador for its crash game Aviator. Under the one-year partnership, Bisping will promote the crash game to his fanbase through a series of campaigns designed to showcase Aviator’s gameplay. According to Spribe, the game... Read more »

Filipino actor Yen Santos has signed on as a brand ambassador for online betting platform Filbet, marking her return to public activity after a period away from major projects, according to The Daily Tribune. The endorsement, confirmed last week, placed Santos at the center of a digital campaign tied to Valentine’s season. The actor had... Read more »

DraftKings is going all-in on prediction markets During Friday’s earning call, CEO Jason Robins said the company intends to commit vast resources to the new opportunity to generate revenue. “Predictions is rapidly developing into a massive incremental opportunity, and we are moving with urgency,” Robins said Friday during DraftKings fourth-quarter earnings call. “We expect to... Read more »

Online casino games developer RubyPlay has expanded its presence in Brazil by partnering with online operator Esportes da Sorte. A selection of RubyPlay titles will be made available for Brazilian players on the Esportes da Sorte platform, including Mad Hit Diamonds and Mad Hit Mr Coin. On top of that, games developed by its independent... Read more »

Online slots distributor 3 Oaks Gaming has partnered with online sports betting and igaming company Superbet Group to expand its presence in South America and Europe. A number of 3 Oaks Gaming’s slot titles will launch on Superbet’s platform in Brazil, including Coin Volcano 2, Maya Lock, and Magic Clovers. The titles will also launch... Read more »

The South Dakota Senate has approved a constitutional amendment that would allow mobile and electronic sports betting statewide, sending it to the House for further consideration. Lawmakers passed Senate Joint Resolution 504 on a 23-10 vote. If it is approved by the legislature, the measure will go before voters at the next general election. Under... Read more »

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has proposed temporarily suspending PointsBet Canada after the sportsbook allegedly failed to report suspicious wagers linked to a 2024 NBA bet-rigging scheme. The proposed five-day suspension would be the first time that the gambling regulator has taken such action against a sportsbook since the launch of legal sports... Read more »

FanDuel has introduced a ban on credit cards, preventing its US users from depositing funds via the payment method. In a statement to USA Today, the operator had said, “Over the last few months, FanDuel has been evaluating the payment methods that we offer to customers and made the decision to remove credit cards as... Read more »

Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred has revealed that the league is exploring a new relationship with prediction market platforms as part of its integrity efforts. Manfred made the announcement during meetings with team owners in Palm Beach, Florida, according to ESPN. The talks come while MLB is embroiled in a pitch-rigging scandal involving two... Read more »

DraftKings on Thursday reported revenue of $1.9 billion, an increase of $596 million for the fourth quarter, or 43%, compared to $1.4 billion during the same period in 2024. According to a news release, the increase in the company’s fourth-quarter revenue was driven primarily by continued healthy customer engagement, efficient acquisition of new customers, and... Read more »

PayNearMe this week announced record results for 2025, with revenue exceeding $200 million, representing 60% year-over-year growth. A news release said revenue was driven by “growing demand for effective, streamlined, and consumer-friendly payment experiences. “2025 was a defining year for PayNearMe,” PayNearMe Founder and CEO Danny Shader said in a statement. “Organizations are increasingly embracing... Read more »

Pacific Online Systems Corporation, the gaming unit of Philippine development group Belle Corporation, has scrapped its online betting plans citing a cooling of government sentiment towards online operators. In disclosures sent to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Pacific Online said it would wind down development of its online lottery platform and withdraw from its investment in... Read more »

Australian gambling operator Tabcorp has been fined AU$158,400 by the Australian Communications and Media Authority for accepting online in-play bets, which are placed after a sporting event has started. This violates the Interactive Gambling Act 2001, which prohibits any Australian gambling operator from accepting bets on a sporting event after it has commenced. An investigation... Read more »

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has targeted online gambling operators this week in a bid help fund the state’s Medicaid expenses via increased taxation. In her budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year, both online casinos and sportsbooks would face additional taxes to generate income for the Medicaid Benefits Trust Fund as the state braces itself... Read more »

Nevada Rep. Dina Titus has introduced federal legislation aimed at stopping sports event contracts offered by prediction market platforms. Sports contracts have proven controversial across the US, with state gambling regulators trying to block the platforms, which they believe amount to illegal sports gambling. Titus’ Fair Markets and Sports Integrity Act, introduced on February 10,... Read more »

Online slot developer S Gaming has expanded its US presence through a partnership with Fanatics Casino. S Gaming’s Triple 7 Jackpot slot will launch on Fanatic’s platform in regulated igaming states, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. S Gaming Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Charles Mott said, “Fanatics Casino needs no introduction and is one... Read more »

PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco has clarified a government figure claiming that more than 32 million adult Filipinos gambled online in 2025, saying the true figure is nearer 10 million. Speaking during a Senate Committee on Games and Amusement hearing, Tengco responded to Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian citing the data suggesting that there were... Read more »

Online games developer Playson has expanded its presence in Latin America by launching in Colombia after receiving certification from the country’s gambling regulator, Coljuegos. The approval allows Playson to offer its gaming platform and games portfolio in one of Latin America’s biggest regulated markets. The launch took place in partnership with online operator Rush Street... Read more »

Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR has pledged to roll out tighter restrictions for the country’s online gambling industry. At a Senate Committee on Games and Amusement hearing, PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco, said that although gambling advertisements are already banned during primetime television and radio hours, regulators were studying whether to extend the ban across all broadcast... Read more »

Wisconsin’s tribal nations have urged state lawmakers to advance a bill that would authorize online sports wagering across the state. Speakers at the annual State of the Tribes address highlighted the legislation as a way to modernize gambling options and keep revenue within tribal communities, according to WISN 12. They also emphasized economic benefits and... Read more »

BetMGM has unveiled a string of special events featuring steamer and casino ambassador Brian Christopher between February and May. The events include Brian Christopher Bonus Drops & Power Hour, the debut of Brian Christopher Live Roulette, and BC Slots Diamond Jubilee Gala. The first event will take place between February 11 and February 15, with... Read more »

Game studio Evoplay has launched in Ontario with BetMGM, as the company continues its expansion across North American markets. Over 18 Evoplay titles will be made available on BetMGM’s Ontario platform, including Hot Triple Sevens, Hot Volcano, Gold of Sirens Bonus Buy, and Inner Fire Bonus Buy. Evoplay Head of Sales Alex Malchenko said, “Ontario... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi recorded more than US$1 billion in trading volume during the Super Bowl on Sunday, marking a daily high for the platform. Chief Executive Tarek Mansour told CNBC the total rose 2,700% year-over-year as users traded contracts tied to game outcomes and entertainment segments. Speaking on CNBC’s ‘Squawk Box’, Mansour said, “It was... Read more »

The Brazilian government is moving to tighten controls on minors’ access to online gambling, as part of a broader move to protect young people from harmful online content. Under a draft expected to be issued by the end of February, online platforms and app stores would be required to introduce age-verification systems to prevent underage... Read more »

Gambling group Entain has signaled that it is focused on online gaming growth with a particular emphasis on New Zealand’s emerging online casino market. Entain Chief Executive Andrew Vouris, who took over from long-serving Dean Shannon in August, told Financial Review that several high-profile strategic moves had failed to deliver, including a AU$40 million investment... Read more »

Player acquisition company Acquire.bet has partnered with SaaS provider E2 to expand its North American and Canadian sports betting and igaming monetization. As part of the agreement, Acquire.bet will serve as the exclusive partner of E2’s technology across North America and regulated Canadian markets. Acquire.bet will link its operators’ relations knowledge with E2’s sports data... Read more »

Gaming Corps has expanded its presence in Ontario by partnering with operator High Flyer Casino. Gaming Corps’ portfolio of games will be available to Ontario players on High Flyer’s platform. The rollout of its gaming titles will happen in stages, with the first round of games including 3 Pigs of the Caribbean and Savannah Stacks.... Read more »

White Hat Studios has revealed plans to double down on its Kong themes games this year, as it unveiled a franchise-led content strategy for 2026. The succession of Kong-themed releases will kick off with the soccer-themed slot, Kong Even Bigger Balls Jackpot Royale Express, set to launch ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which is being hosted... Read more »

Polymarket sued the Massachusetts Attorney General and state gambling regulators on Monday, in an attempt to stop the state from shutting down its sports event contract markets. The complaint was filed in the US District Court for the District of Massachusetts, arguing that federal oversight by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission preempts state-level gambling enforcement.... Read more »

Softness of handle for Flutter Entertainment subsidiary FanDuel does not equal cannibalization by prediction markets. That was the thesis of an 8 February investor note by Jefferies Equity Research analyst James Wheatcroft. Noting that Flutter shares are down 30% in the first five weeks of 2026, Wheatcroft said that was not reflective of Jefferies’ views... Read more »

Lee Hosung, President of Hana Bank in South Korea, has joined the country’s campaign to tackle youth igaming and raise awareness, according to The Asia Business Daily. In his statement, Lee posed with a placard reading, “Illegal online gambling targeting youth is a scam you can never win.” The campaign takes the form of a... Read more »

Icasino games developer Incentive Games has partnered with gambling regulator Loto-Québec to launch its real-money gaming titles in Québec. Loto-Québec serves as the province’s sole regulated gambling platform, and under the partnership with Incentive Games, players in the province will be able to access the developer’s crash and arcade games developed by its real-money gaming... Read more »

John Maguire, former Vice President of Trading Product and General Manager Australia at FanDuel, has been appointed as the new Chief Customer Officer of live sports prediction technology developer Luckbox. Maguire was appointed to assist in developing LuckBox’s sports trading platforms, bringing experience in delivering global trading and pricing systems from his previous role at... Read more »

DraftKings has partnered with Crypto.com to expand its current offerings on its prediction market, DraftKings Predicts. DraftKings is now able to offer NFL- and NBA-themed player-specific sports. The expansion also widened the platform’s sports catalog beyond its existing mix of sports and financial markets and established a future category for politics and entertainment-based contracts. “We’re... Read more »

Fantasy sports platform Sleeper Markets entered US prediction markets through a partnership with federally regulated prediction market Kalshi, marking the latest crossover between sports gaming and financial event trading, according to Bloomberg. As part of the collaboration, Sleeper Markets began offering sports-related event contracts on its app ahead of the Super Bowl. The company said... Read more »

Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook has expanded its offering of content from real-time sports data company Sports Information Services Content Services by launching the company’s H2H Global Gaming League efootball games. Hard Rock previously launched ebasketball and esoccer games. Sports Information Services will initially offer two efootball 24/7 live streams, with more than 25,000 events expected... Read more »

Online sports betting in New York State faded slightly in January, down 1.5% to US$2.4 billion. But winnings by books were up 1.5%, achieving US$250.6 million, for a hold of 10.3%. First in revenue, handle and hold percentage was FanDuel, which won US$113.7 million off US$875.3 million, for a 13% hold. DraftKings was second with... Read more »

Australia’s gambling regulator has classified prediction markets as gambling and has ordered internet providers to block access for Australians, according to documents obtained by Crikey in a freedom of information request. The decision comes after an investigation by the country’s gambling regulator, Australian Communications and Media Authority, into Polymarket, which allows cryptocurrency wagers on the... Read more »

As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, Illinois is stepping up efforts to protect consumers from unregulated igaming operations by issuing more than 60 cease-and-desist letters to companies believed to be offering illegal online casino games or sweepstakes gambling in the state. The notices were issued by the Attorney General Kwame Raoul and the Illinois Gaming Board.... Read more »

India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned students about the dangers of igaming, contrasting it with the potential benefits of gaming, according to mathrubhumi.com. Speaking in New Delhi, he discussed a variety of subjects with students, parents, and teachers, including the effect of the internet on young people. While he acknowledged that gaming could sharpen... Read more »

Kalshi has overtaken major sports betting apps in downloads in the run-up to the Super Bowl, according to a report by Bloomberg. Data from analytics firm Apptopia shows that Kalshi’s app was downloaded more than 3 million times in January, surpassing the monthly figures for DraftKings and FanDuel, which have historically been the most popular... Read more »

Despite previously being outspoken about prediction markets, the NFL has said it is considering them for the league, even as the platforms face regulatory backlash in numerous states. Speaking to Front Office Sports on Radio Row, NFL Executive Vice President Jeff Miller said the league is paying close attention to the platforms, calling the markets... Read more »

Alberta Senator Kristopher Wells has joined a growing coalition of Canadian lawmakers calling for a ban on online sports betting ads, according to Lakeland Today. The lawmakers, who number more than 40, urged Prime Minister Mark Carney in a letter last year to have the nation’s broadcasting regulator, Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission, ban any... Read more »

Igaming firm Betsson reported fourth-quarter and full-year results for 2025 on 5 February. Although group revenue decreased 1% in the quarter, to €303.9 million, for the entire year it was up 8%, coming in at €1.2 billion. Although igaming revenue increased 3%, sports book winnings were off 9% in the fourth quarter. Monthly active users... Read more »

Genius Sports on Thursday announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Legend, a digital sports and gaming media network, in a transaction valued at up to $1.2 billion, including $900 million payable at closing and an earnout of up to $300 million. In a news release, Genius Sports said the transaction is... Read more »

The New York State Gaming Commission is weighing new restrictions on player prop bets, warning that a full ban remains on the table as concerns grow over betting integrity and recent criminal cases tied to sports wagering. According to Law.com, the Gaming Commission sent a letter this week to professional sports leagues approved for betting... Read more »

The Mississippi House has voted to legalize online sports betting for the third straight year, approving House Bill 1581 by an 85–31 vote. The measure goes to the Senate, where similar bills have stalled in the past. The renewed push includes allowing online sports betting platforms to operate in Mississippi in partnership with licensed brick-and-mortar... Read more »

Online game development company Gaming Corps has expanded its partnership with casino game aggregation platform St8 to extend its offerings into the Ontario-regulated market. A selection of Gaming Corps’ content will be distributed across the market, including slot titles and its portfolio of Crash, Mine, Table, and Plinko games. The release includes featured titles such... Read more »

Philippine igaming supplier PhilWeb Corporation has launched Hann Online, marking the return of the igaming site associated with South Korean Dae Sik Han, the founder of Hann Casino Resort. According to Insider PH, the site is the digital counterpart of the resort and is supported by PhilWeb’s infrastructure. It launched after a two-week development period... Read more »

Online sportsbook technology provider Betby has launched a new e-sim game, eAmerican Football, and more than 100 new bet builder markets for the upcoming Super Bowl game on Sunday. According to Betby, eAmerican Football will run 24/7 and offers bettors a chance to continue interacting with the NFL during the offseason. Betby describes the e-sim... Read more »

Kalshi has rescinded an allegation of “extortion” against startup Juice Reel, which provided data that showed users of prediction markets often faced more significant losses than those who wagered on traditional betting platforms. In a report by investment bank Citizens CFG, analyst Jordan Bender compared Kalshi to traditional sportsbooks such as DraftKings and FanDuel, using... Read more »

“BetMGM’s had a pretty tremendous year,” CEO Adam Greenblatt said at the top of its year-end earnings call on 4 February. He was looking back on a year that saw BetMGM’s first profits and first distribution to corporate co-parents MGM Resorts International and Entain. “Not only did Q4 achieve a record quarterly revenue but December... Read more »

Beating its own guidance, BetMGM recorded a profit of US$60 million for the fourth quarter and of US$175 million for the entire year, reversing a 2024 loss of US$291 million. The digital-gaming company also made its first distribution to its corporate parents. BetMGM split a return of US$270 million between Entain and MGM Resorts International.... Read more »

Myanmar authorities have sentenced 18 Nepali nationals to a year in prison for their involvement in illegal online gambling operations, according to the Makalukhabar. The people were working at scam centers in the Myawaddy region near the border with Thailand. The 18 Nepalis had been in custody for about two months before sentencing, and the... Read more »

Game developer 3 Oaks Gaming has expanded its presence in Latin America with a content agreement with Mexican icasino and sportsbook operator Winpot. A range of 3 Oaks Gaming’s islot titles have been added to Winpot’s casino site, including Sun of Egypt, Coin Volcano and Chili Coins Hold and Win. The partnership is a notable... Read more »

Nevada regulators have taken legal action to stop Coinbase from offering its prediction market products in the state, asserting that the platform is operating unlicensed gambling services. The Nevada Gaming Control Board filed a civil enforcement action in Carson City’s First Judicial District Court on 2 February, accusing Coinbase Financial Markets of providing sports events... Read more »

The biggest game in the American sports calendar kicks off on Sunday, and an estimated 67 million Americans are expected to place wagers on the Super Bowl, with the American Gaming Association estimating that more than US$1.76 billion will be spent. According to News10 NBC, this statistic is fueling concerns among health professionals about the... Read more »

Social media company Meta has failed to remove multiple posts promoting illegal offshore crypto gambling despite repeated user reports, even after the Australian Communications and Media Authority warned that influencers could face fines of up to AU$2.4 million. Online streamer Dinah, who had more than 800,000 followers on Instagram, promoted crypto casino Rainbet in a... Read more »

Global cryptocurrency exchange and trading services company Crypto.com will launch a standalone prediction markets platform days before the Super Bowl, expanding its push into federally regulated event-based contracts, according to Bloomberg. The company said the new product, branded OG, was created in response to rapid growth in its predictions business. Crypto.com Co-Founder and CCEO Kris... Read more »

PointsBet Canada recently announced that it has started the registration process in the Canadian province of Alberta to become Canada’s second open and competitive regulated igaming market. “Alberta’s move toward an open, competitive igaming framework is a positive step for Canadian players, offering more choice and consumer protections in a safe and regulated environment,” PointsBet... Read more »

New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a strong warning about the rapid growth of online prediction markets ahead of this year’s Super Bowl, CNBC reports. Speaking on 2 February, James urged people to exercise caution before using these platforms. She warned that many of these sites, which allow players to trade contracts on... Read more »

An independent arbitrator has ruled that Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is entitled to his full US$26.6 million salary for the NBA season, despite being placed on leave amid federal gambling-related charges. The news was announced by the National Basketball Players Association on Monday after the arbitration ruling, and reported by NBC Miami. The players’... Read more »

Several unlicensed betting sites are accessible in Manitoba, even though only one operator is authorized to offer sports bets in the province, as per an investigation by Canadian news outlet CBC. Manitoba residents are allowed to bet through PlayNow, which, according to province regulator Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, is the sole legal provider of igaming... Read more »

Gambling harm prevention organization Better Gambling Forum has launched a public consultation on a framework for responsible gambling that it has developed with the United Nations. The Better Gambling Forum was set up to work with international institutions, including the United Nations and G7 and G20 countries, to craft an evidence-based approach to gambling harm... Read more »

BetMGM has introduced revised terms for its users, meaning that it will suspend accounts if a customer is found to have used abusive language against athletes. BetMGM’s previous policy allowed it to suspend accounts for any lawful reason, including harassment. However, in its announcement, the operator said the updated terms provided greater clarity and reinforced... Read more »

A Hawaii state lawmaker has introduced legislation that would ban prediction market wagering, citing concerns that the products circumvent the state’s long-standing ban on gambling. According to West Hawaii Today, State Rep. Scot Matayoshi, Chair of the House Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee, introduced House Bill 2198 after online bettors placed US$448,667 on prediction markets... Read more »

Gambling technology entrepreneur Laurence Escalante has stepped down as CEO and Executive Chairman of social gaming operator Virtual Gaming Worlds after his arrest last week, according to The Straight. The founder of Virtual Gaming Worlds was arrested in Perth and appeared at Perth Magistrates Court on Friday after a police search of his home. He... Read more »

The circulation of money linked to igaming in Indonesia hit IDR286.8 trillion in 2025, according to the latest annual report from the country’s financial oversight body, the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center. Natsir Kongah, Coordinator of the Public Relations Substantive Group at the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center, said the agency recorded 422.1... Read more »

A Nevada court has temporarily barred Polymarket from offering event contracts in the state, joining a growing list of states that have taken legal action against prediction markets. According to Front Office Sports, the action follows the Nevada Gaming Control Board’s lawsuit against Polymarket on 15 January, in which the regulator argued that the company’s... Read more »

Igaming studio Greentube has expanded its presence in the US by partnering with iCasino operator PlayStar in New Jersey. Greentube’s portfolio of games will be available to PlayStar users in New Jersey, including new releases such as Piggy Prizes, Wand of Riches 2, Firecracker Frenzy, Empress Wealth, and Starlight Jackpots: Odds of the Gods. Other... Read more »

Islots developer 3 Oaks Gaming has secured registration from Peru’s gambling regulator, Mincetur, expanding further into Latin America. 3 Oaks Gaming can supply 56 of its titles to the regulated market through Peru-licensed operators. Through its entry into Peru, 3 Oaks is continuing to strengthen its presence throughout various regulated markets. Additionally, by entering the... Read more »

Ahead of Super Bowl LX, prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket have released contracts on the ads that will be featured during the game. For Polymarket, the contracts offered are only “Yes/No” bets. However, for Kalshi, the markets are more complex, including which celebrities will appear in the ads. According to CNBC, these markets have... Read more »

Online sports books in Missouri enjoyed high hold percentages in that state’s first month of legalized sports betting. The hold was 19.2%, according to figures released 30 January by Deutsche Bank. The amount represented the entire month of December. The Internet-based books in the Show Me State realized revenue of US$103.4 million on handle of... Read more »

Shares of Flutter Entertainment, corporate parent of FanDuel, remain “under pressure,” according to J.P. Morgan analyst Estelle Weingrod. She offered this view in a 30 January investor note that marked the inception of J.P. Morgan coverage of Flutter. Weingrod blamed the pressure on uncertainty and concern over slowing handle growth for Flutter products. Queried the... Read more »

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has announced a policy shift away from a previously proposed ban on events contracts tied to sports outcomes. On January 29, the commodities regulator’s Chairman Michael Selig directed staff to withdraw a 2024 proposed rule banning trades on sports and political outcomes and to remove a 2025 advisory related to... Read more »

The National Council on Problem Gambling has announced that 1-800-MY-RESET will be the US National Problem Gambling Helpline number. The number is operational now and beginning to receive calls. Designed to be easily accessible and memorable, the National Council on Problem Gambling said the number was created to be neutral and non-stigmatising. The number calls... Read more »

Philippine gaming revenues fell by 5.1% to PHP 106.03 billion last year, according to figures released by the country’s gaming regulator PAGCOR. The reduced revenue was due to weaker performance from land-based casinos and the full removal of offshore gaming operators offset the online gambling growth. Despite the revenue drop, PAGCOR said its net income... Read more »

Caesars Sportsbook is rolling out what it described as its biggest Super Bowl Prop Betting menu to date, just in time for Super Bowl LX. The betting operator, which is currently licensed in 22 states, will offer thousands of props across player, team, game, and novelty categories, alongside deep statistical markets and analysis, and creative... Read more »

Ontario’s online gambling regulator, iGaming Ontario, has reported back-to-back record-breaking months with CA$425.4 million generated in total non-adjusted gross gaming revenue in December 2025. December was Ontario’s highest performing month since it launched online gambling in 2022. Total cash wagers hit CA$9.5 billion, up from CA$7.8 billion recorded the previous year. Average revenue per active... Read more »

Sportsbook and odds provider Kambi has become the official sports betting partner of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. The news follows the announcement last year that Kambi had been selected to take on FDJ’s role with consent from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, pending completion of specific conditions. Having met the conditions, Kambi... Read more »

Online casino Betly has partnered with online game developer Inspired Entertainment to expand its online casino game selection in West Virginia. Under the agreement, some of Inspired Entertainment’s online casino titles have been added to the Betly platform, including Wolf It Up! and Cops & Robbers Big Money. According to Betly Director of Interactive Casino... Read more »

A district official in the Sarangani Province of the Philippines has been accused of using PHP600,000 to fund online casino gambling. The alleged misuse of funds occurred in Calpidong District, in the municipality of Glan, according to Philippine News. The issue reportedly came to light after officials received a funding request for district programs sometime... Read more »

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has launched its Kalshi-powered prediction market nationwide for US customers. The feature, initially rolled out in a limited capacity, is available to users in all 50 states. Through the partnership with Kalshi, which operates as a US exchange regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, users can wager on all of Kalshi’s... Read more »

Online casino games developer Octoplay has expanded its operations in the US-regulated market by launching in Michigan with BetMGM, FanDuel, Fanatics, and Rush Street Interactive. The launch signals Octoplay’s expansion efforts, following its US debut in New Jersey with Hard Rock Bet less than six months ago. Under the partnership, Octoplay’s gaming portfolio, including titles... Read more »

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has investigated six wagering businesses for breaching rules that prevent problem gambling, leaving online sportsbook PickleBet next to learn its fate. The businesses were found to have allowed self-excluded players to open wagering accounts and bet, and had advertised to those who had signed up to the self-exclusion register.... Read more »

Russia’s Finance Minister Anton Siluanov is reported to be looking to introduce online casino legislation in order to boost revenue in the country. According to reporting in Kommersant on Tuesday, cited by The Moscow Times, Siluanov sent a letter to President Vladimir Putin, which proposes lifting the country’s 2009 ban on online gambling to help... Read more »

A court order issued last week that would temporarily stop prediction market Kalshi from offering sports-event contracts in Massachusetts has been put on hold for now. Last week, Suffolk Superior Court Judge Christopher K. Barry-Smith ruled that Kalshi cannot offer sports betting products to residents of the state without first securing a proper gambling license,... Read more »

Caesars Palace Online Casino has paid out its biggest ever online jackpot with a New Jersey player winning US$1.2 million. The player, who is a member of the Caesars Rewards loyalty program, won the US$1.2 million jackpot from a US$30 wager on a slot game called MegaJackpots Cash Eruption.   The payout continues a strong... Read more »

A controversial bet taken on Polymarket in relation to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has triggered alarms in legal and political circles in the US, with the Coalition for Prediction Markets taking out an ad on Wednesday showing support for a ban on insider trading. The coalition is made up of numerous prediction market operators, including... Read more »

Online operator High Roller Technologies has revealed plans to launch prediction markets in the US. The announcement came as part of a shareholder update in which the operator reflected on the past year and discussed its 2026 strategy. Earlier this month, High Roller entered into a partnership with Crypto.com to expand into regulated prediction markets... Read more »

The Maine Gambling Control Unit is facing a lawsuit from Oxford Casino, one of the state’s two commercial casinos, over the legalization of online casino games. Oxford Casino claims that the state is unlawfully creating a monopoly by only licensing the Wabanaki Nations, according to the Portland Press Herald. Earlier this month, Governor Janet Mills... Read more »

A Massachusetts anti-gambling advocacy group has published a survey claiming that 56% of residents of the state oppose plans to legalize online gambling. The survey, commissioned by Stop Internet Gambling in Massachusetts and conducted by Emerson College Polling, comes as Massachusetts lawmakers debate the legalization of online gambling. House Bill 332 and Senate Bill 235... Read more »

Prediction market Kalshi has opened a new office in Washington, DC, as part of a broader effort to shape how regulators and lawmakers oversee the prediction market industry. The platform said the office will serve as its hub for federal and state government engagement, a signal of its intent to deepen policy influence amid growing... Read more »

Indonesia’s National Police force has reported a significant increase in online gambling cases, with authorities linking the rise to unemployment and a ‘fear of missing out’. During a speech at the Parliament building, Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo said online gambling addiction is being fueled by factors including low education, limited digital literacy, and... Read more »

A push to legalize online casinos in Virginia hit a roadblock last week after Senate Bill 118 failed to get past the Senate General Laws and Technology Gaming Subcommittee with a 3-4 vote against it.   Senator Mamie Locke introduced SB 118 at the beginning of the year. If approved, the bill would legalize online... Read more »