Merkur makes move to buy seven casinos in France

Merkur Casinos has struck a deal to buy 95 per cent of French operator Casigrangi, owner of the Stelsia casino brand, from GPG Groupe Philippe Ginestet and DOFA for around €€31.5m.
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Caesars has launched Ball Rush Jackpots

September 01, 2026

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Caesars launches Ball Rush Jackpots in New Jersey, the latest proprietary online title from Empire Creative

Caesars Entertainment launched Ball Rush Jackpots, a new ball-and-peg style online casino game developed by Empire Creative, the company's in-house game development studio.
Parx Casino in Pennsylvania

September 01, 2026

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betPARX Casino & Sportsbook App and Chickie’s & Pete’s team up to deliver the ultimate Philadelphia football fan experience

Two iconic names in Philadelphia sports entertainment, Chickie's & Pete's and betPARX, are proud to announce a new partnership that will enhance the game-day experience for football fans across the Delaware Valley.
Novomatic remains an Austrian superbrands in 2026

September 01, 2026

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Novomatic once again named as a Superbrand Austria

The world’s largest independent organisation for brand evaluation has awarded Novomatic the prestigious Business Superbrand Austria seal for the years 2026/2027.
Gambling “taking over football” and driving corruption says Brazil’s President

August 31, 2026

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Brazil’s CONAR tightens betting advertising rules

Brazil’s advertising self-regulatory body CONAR has tightened its rules for betting advertising, introducing stronger protections for children and adolescents and increasing compliance responsibilities for influencers, affiliates and betting operators.
Genting Casino Online launches exclusive SYNOT Games slot

August 28, 2026

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Genting Casino Online launches exclusive SYNOT Games slot

Blazing Stones is a five-reel slot combining traditional fruit-machine visuals with a series of reel-specific features. The first reel offers Hold and Respin gameplay with wins of up to 1,000x, while the second features five-win respins and the third introduces Mystery Wins of up to 500x.
Nebraska could still see a referendum held on online betting

August 27, 2026

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Nebraska petition pushes referendum closer to decide on online sports betting launch in 2026

Nebraska's Secretary of State’s office announced that signature thresholds have been met for both the Online Sports Wagering Authorisation Constitutional Amendment petition and the Online Sports Wagering Regulation Initiative petition to appear on the 2026 general election ballot.
Zitro at G2E 2026

September 01, 2026

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Zitro to show its Serious About Fun at G2E Las Vegas

Zitro will be at this year's G2E Las Vegas with a campaign slogan showing that it is Serious About Fun.

August 28, 2026

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HIT Group reopens Slovenian casinos following cyberattack

HIT Group has begun reopening its Slovenian casinos after restoring information systems affected by a cyberattack earlier this week.

August 27, 2026

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Blueprint Gaming introduces expanding reels to Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King

Blueprint Gaming is ready to take one of the UK’s renowned slot franchises to new heights through the launch of Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King, with the underwater release led by Gold Fisherman, who can expand the reelset during bonus play for strengthened win potential.

August 26, 2026

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Sportradar extends EuroLeague Basketball rights deal to 2031

Sportradar has agreed a multi-year extension of its partnership with Euroleague Basketball, securing exclusive global distribution of official data and audiovisual betting rights through 2031.

August 27, 2026

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Ainsworth blames a ‘lack of a compelling new product’ for North America as revenues fall by 23 per cent

Ainsworth Game Technology saw its six-month revenue fall by 23 per cent to $116.5m, due to challenging trading conditions experienced across all geographic markets with weak consumer sentiment and tough macro economic conditions prevailing.
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The UK and Spain online businesses reached an all-time high

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Record online quarters in Spain and UK see Bally’s Intralot accelerating through tax increases

Record quarters in Spain and the UK's online gaming sectors, Bally's Intralot generated revenues of €544.2m and AEBITDA of €184.8m in the first half of the year, with margin at 34 per cent. Performance was affected by market seasonality in Turkey and the timing of US jackpot activity, with no major jackpots recorded in the period.
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Viage in downtown Brussels

September 01, 2026

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Viage has appealed the award of the Brussels casino licence to Napoleon Games

Viage, the current owner of the Brussels casino licence, has contested its award to Napoleon Games with the Belgian Council of State, who's Auditor General has recommended the suspension of the award.
The casino in Gruissan

September 01, 2026

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Merkur makes move to buy seven casinos in France

Merkur Casinos has struck a deal to buy 95 per cent of French operator Casigrangi, owner of the Stelsia casino brand, from GPG Groupe Philippe Ginestet and DOFA for around €€31.5m.
Turning Stone's new Grand Ballroom

September 01, 2026

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Turning Stone completes $400m evolution with the opening of The Grand Expo

The Oneida Indian Nation has completed the historic $400m Turning Stone Evolution project, transforming Turning Stone Resort Casino into New York’s largest meetings and conventions resort.
Jon Hamm and BetMGM have launched their It Happens Here campaign

September 01, 2026

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Jon Hamm and BetMGM bring fans inside the Legends Lounge for new football season campaign

BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, unveiled It Happens Here, a new campaign created in collaboration with independent creative agency CAPE and featuring EMMY Award-and Golden Globe Award-winning actor Jon Hamm.

September 01, 2026

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Hard Rock and Seminole Gaming mark Responsible Gambling Education Month by expanding PlayersEdge initiatives

Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming are recognising Responsible Gambling Education Month (RGEM) through the company's responsible gambling program, PlayersEdge, by highlighting new initiatives, research partnerships and education programs that continue to advance positive play and inform decision-making. 

September 01, 2026

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MGM leads Las Vegas with four Michelin stars

MGM Resorts has earned four Michelin Stars across three restaurants at the inaugural Michelin Guide Southwest Ceremony, more than any other Las Vegas resort operator.

September 01, 2026

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Yaamava’ Resort & Casino makes history with the first-ever live casino version of Deal or No Deal featuring five $1m games

Deal or no deal? Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel is giving Club Serrano members the chance to answer the iconic question themselves, when Deal or No Deal Live takes over Yaamava' Theater on Friday, Sept. 25, with up to $1m on the line.

August 31, 2026

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Brazil blocks more than 60,000 illegal betting sites as SPA targets operators’ finances

Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) has ordered the blocking of more than 60,000 websites linked to illegal betting platforms since the country began enforcing its regulated fixed-odds betting regime.
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Galaxsys has launched its portfolio of games on Stake

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Galaxsys Games launch on Stake, taking award-winning games to a global audience

Galaxsys, the award-winning game development studio, has launched its portfolio of games on Stake, the world’s largest online casino and sportsbook.
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Avinho R10

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Pascal Gaming takes Ronaldinho’s ‘Avinho R10’ to Brazil

Created in official collaboration with football legend Ronaldinho Avinho R10 brings his unmistakable energy to a colourful, fast-paced crash experience made for the Brazilian market.
CT Interactive unveils new Carrotina Mega slot

September 01, 2026

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CT Interactive unveils new Carrotina Mega slot

CT Interactive announces the launch of its latest title, Carrotina Mega, an engaging online slot that combines accessible gameplay with vibrant visuals, familiar symbols, and exciting special features.
Hub88 to help launch Playzaar

September 01, 2026

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Hub88 chosen as exclusive launch partner of Playzaar portfolio

Hub88 has partnered with Playzaar, a newly established studio, to bring a selection of the provider’s data-backed slot and turbo tap titles to operators across the platform.
Logifuture expands partnership with Mozzartbet

September 01, 2026

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Mozzartbet expands simulate partnership with Logifuture into Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Logifuture, a B2B iGaming provider of next-generation betting products, has expanded its partnership with leading operator Mozzartbet with the launch of Simulate in Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

September 01, 2026

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Sergey Glamazda to step up as TRUE LABS’ new CEO

TRUE LABS, a provider of gaming solutions for the iGaming industry, has announced the appointment of Sergey Glamazda as Chief Executive Officer.

September 01, 2026

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Peter&Sons expands European reach through partnership with NetBet

Barcelona-based creative iGaming studio Peter & Sons has expanded its partnership with NetBet, bringing its award-winning portfolio live across their brands in the United Kingdom, Greece, Ireland and Finland!

September 01, 2026

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GAMOMAT secures MGA B2B licence to accelerate regulated growth

GAMOMAT, one of the leading online game developers and independent content providers, has secured its B2B licence from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), representing an important step in the company’s regulated growth strategy. This achievement empowers GAMOMAT to distribute its portfolio of high-quality titles to operators licensed under the Malta regulatory

September 01, 2026

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MegawaysCasino launches first exclusive game; Megaloons

MegawaysCasino, powered by global entertainment group SkillOnNet, has launched Megaloons, the first game developed exclusively for the iconic online casino.
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FanDuel's lineup for the NFL 2026

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FanDuel introduces new sportsbook experiences to give customers more value and choice this NFL season

FanDuel has announced a new slate of product experiences coming to FanDuel Sportsbook for the NFL season designed to give customers more control and choice over their rewards while bolstering their in-app research capabilities.
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Parx Casino in Pennsylvania

September 01, 2026

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betPARX Casino & Sportsbook App and Chickie’s & Pete’s team up to deliver the ultimate Philadelphia football fan experience

Two iconic names in Philadelphia sports entertainment, Chickie's & Pete's and betPARX, are proud to announce a new partnership that will enhance the game-day experience for football fans across the Delaware Valley.
A GEO for Those Who Know How to Play the Long Game

August 31, 2026

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Jordan offers long-term opportunity for MelBet Partners & Affiliates

I think many people working in the industry have faced the same situation: a team comes in asking for a new GEO to work with. At MelBet Partners & Affiliates, we see these conversations regularly. Usually, everyone wants quick results, an engaged and highly responsive audience, an opportunity to scale
Virginia has become bet365's18th US state

August 28, 2026

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bet365 Sportsbook and Casino launches in West Virginia, advancing North American expansion

bet365, a global leader in online sports betting and gaming, has announced its official launch in West Virginia. Now live in 18 states across the US, bet365 is continuing on a path of strategic growth across the country, entering mature markets with high-quality features for bettors.
Fanatics launches NFL season campaign starring Luke Wilson

August 27, 2026

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Fanatics launches NFL season campaign starring Luke Wilson

Fanatics has launched “Fanatics Town Hall”, a new brand campaign that will run throughout the NFL season and highlight the company’s FanCash rewards currency and wider sports ecosystem.
Sportradar expands Polymarket partnership across 20-plus sports competitions

August 27, 2026

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Sportradar expands Polymarket partnership across 20-plus sports competitions

Sportradar and Polymarket have expanded their strategic relationship in the US, broadening the prediction market platform's access to Sportradar's sports data, live content and integrity services.

August 27, 2026

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betTOM scores first major sponsorship with Peterborough

betTOM have agreed a one-year deal with Peterborough United to become the club’s Official Betting Partner. 

August 27, 2026

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Nebraska petition pushes referendum closer to decide on online sports betting launch in 2026

Nebraska's Secretary of State’s office announced that signature thresholds have been met for both the Online Sports Wagering Authorisation Constitutional Amendment petition and the Online Sports Wagering Regulation Initiative petition to appear on the 2026 general election ballot.

August 27, 2026

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The Script to headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night

SBC Summit 2026’s evening programme will open with a headline performance from multi-platinum-selling band The Script, marking one of the largest artist bookings in the event's history.

August 26, 2026

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Sportradar extends EuroLeague Basketball rights deal to 2031

Sportradar has agreed a multi-year extension of its partnership with Euroleague Basketball, securing exclusive global distribution of official data and audiovisual betting rights through 2031.
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DATA.BET reveals the numbers behind the eSport World Cup

September 01, 2026

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DATA.BET wraps up the Esports World Cup 2026

DATA.BET has published its analysis of wagering activity during the Esports World Cup 2026. The seven-week event ran from 2 July to 23 August at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the first edition staged outside Saudi Arabia, and carried a prize pool of $75,000,000.
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BETER is all set for Virginia

August 25, 2026

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BETER reaches tenth US state with Virginia Vendor Registration license

BETER, the award-winning provider of live streams, live data, and odds for esports and sports, has expanded its US footprint into a tenth state after being granted Vendor Registration license to supply its exclusive content to operators in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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August 14, 2026

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Thunderpick World Championship returns to Malta with US$1m prize pool

Thunderpick has confirmed that the Thunderpick World Championship Finals 2026 will take place at BLAST Studios Malta from October 14-18.
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OG Esports Returns to The International: Filipino Roster Ready to Fight for the Aegis

August 11, 2026

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OG Esports Returns to The International: Filipino Roster Ready to Fight for the Aegis

In 2018 and 2019, OG Esports became the first organisation to win The International back-to-back, cementing its place in esports history.
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DATA.BET launches eSports with Hollywoodbets

August 07, 2026

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DATA.BET brings Esports betting to Hollywoodbets

DATA.BET, a leading sportsbook solution supplier, has signed a new partnership with Hollywoodbets, South Africa's most prominent sports and entertainment betting operator.
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August 05, 2026

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BETBY launches two brand-new titles: ePadel Tennis and eSumo

BETBY has expanded its award-winning proprietary esports feed, Betby Games, with the launch of two brand-new titles: ePadel Tennis and eSumo.

July 29, 2026

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HyperCon 2026 aims to establish Sri Lanka as South Asia’s next esports hub

HyperCon 2026 will take place in Colombo on August 1 and 2, bringing together Sri Lanka's gaming, esports and digital entertainment communities for what organisers expect to be one of the country's largest events of its kind.

July 16, 2026

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PandaScore powers Thrillzz esports expansion

PandaScore, the award-winning provider of esports odds, stats and betting products, has signed a partnership with Thrillzz, the US social sportsbook built by Geckos Games.

July 16, 2026

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Esportes Gaming Brasil Group receives unprecedented three-brand nomination for Reclame Aqui Awards 2026

The three brands operated by Esportes Gaming Brasil (EGB) have all been shortlisted for the Reclame Aqui Awards 2026, one of Brazil's leading awards recognising excellence in corporate reputation and customer relationships.
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IAGR elects Argentina’s Ida López to Board of Trustees

Dr. Ida Magdalena López of Argentina has been elected to the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) Board of Trustees.
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September 01, 2026

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IGT names David Meacher as new Senior Director of EMEA Sales

David Meacher has now been officially confirmed as IGT's new Senior Director of EMEA Sales.With more than 35 years of gaming industry experience, Meacher brings extensive expertise spanning both customer

September 01, 2026

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Novomatic once again named as a Superbrand Austria

The world’s largest independent organisation for brand evaluation has awarded Novomatic the prestigious Business Superbrand Austria seal for the years 2026/2027.

September 01, 2026

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Zitro to show its Serious About Fun at G2E Las Vegas

Zitro will be at this year's G2E Las Vegas with a campaign slogan showing that it is Serious About Fun.

August 28, 2026

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2 MIN READ

Metropolitan Gaming expands Monopoly Blackjack Progressive rollout following strong performance in London

Galaxy Gaming has announced the successful expansion of its Monopoly Blackjack Progressive with Metropolitan Gaming following a strong launch across the operator's London portfolio.

August 27, 2026

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Scientific Games’ omnichannel Game Show Experience has launched in four US markets

Scientific Games' omnichannel SG Signature Linked Game, the Game Show Experience, has officially launched in four US markets, with another nine set to launch by December 1, 2026.

August 27, 2026

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3 MIN READ

Ainsworth blames a ‘lack of a compelling new product’ for North America as revenues fall by 23 per cent

Ainsworth Game Technology saw its six-month revenue fall by 23 per cent to $116.5m, due to challenging trading conditions experienced across all geographic markets with weak consumer sentiment and tough macro economic conditions prevailing.

August 26, 2026

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DRGT to present player-first, live-tested systems and jackpot technology at G2E

DR Gaming Technology (DRGT) returns to Booth 4405 at The Venetian Expo for the 2026 edition of G2E Las Vegas, where it will showcase how its casino management, cashless, player engagement and jackpot technologies are increasingly working together to deliver a genuinely player-first casino ecosystem.

August 26, 2026

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GLI earns official regulatory listing in Uzbekistan

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been officially listed by Uzbekistan’s regulatory authority, the National Agency of Perspective Projects of the Republic of Uzbekistan (NAPP), among the laboratories whose testing and certification reports are accepted.With this official listing, operators and suppliers can now use GLI's certification reports to launch their gaming
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Dominican Republic signs landmark agreement to strengthen anti-money laundering measures

September 01, 2026

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Dominican Republic gambling bill faces alleged payment claims

Dominican civic organisation Fundación Primero Justicia has called for an investigation into alleged payments intended to secure approval of the country’s proposed gambling law, while warning that the legislation could lead to the regularisation of thousands of lottery betting shops.
World Cup data fuels Argentina gambling reform

August 31, 2026

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Tucumán legislator proposes province-wide ban on online betting

Alfredo Toscano, second vice-president of Argentina’s Tucumán Legislature, has introduced a bill that would prohibit online gambling and sports betting throughout the province, citing the accessibility of digital gambling and concerns over its effects on young people and families.
Boldt wins 20‑year licence for Hermitage, Tandil and Miramar casinos in Buenos Aires Province

August 31, 2026

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2 MIN READ

Buenos Aires restricts online betting access for child-support debtors

Buenos Aires City has approved a law barring people registered as delinquent child-support payers from opening or maintaining accounts with authorised online gambling and betting platforms.
Brazil pledges to open up betting authorisation files

August 27, 2026

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Brazilian lawmaker proposes betting ban

Brazilian lawmaker Rodrigo Rollemberg has introduced legislation that would effectively ban fixed-odds betting in the country, including operations run from overseas.
Lawmaker calls out Lula for hypocritical stance over sports betting in Brazil

August 24, 2026

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Lula hardens stance on betting as gambling emerges as 2026 election issue

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has significantly hardened his position on sports betting, saying he would end online betting in Brazil unless he is convinced that the sector has a social purpose, as gambling increasingly emerges as an issue in the country's 2026 presidential election.
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August 24, 2026

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Senator questions government focus on illegal land based gambling in Chile

Chilean senator Karim Bianchi has questioned the government's approach to illegal gambling, arguing that enforcement against unauthorised physical gaming venues should be accompanied by greater scrutiny of online betting platforms.

August 20, 2026

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Gama warns illegal gambling is thriving in the shadows

In a recently published opinion piece, Luis Alberto Gama - former director of Uruguay's Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas and now managing partner at Gaming Consultores, the regional advisory firm he co-founded with fellow former regulators from Peru and Paraguay - makes the case that illegal gambling's biggest problem

August 17, 2026

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3 MIN READ

Chile deputies call for betting advertising ban on television

Two Chilean deputies have asked the National Television Council (CNTV) to suspend television advertising by online betting operators at all times, arguing that continued promotion of the platforms is incompatible with the country’s efforts to block unauthorised betting websites.

August 17, 2026

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Chile deputies call for betting advertising ban on television

Two Chilean deputies have asked the National Television Council (CNTV) to suspend television advertising by online betting operators at all times, arguing that continued promotion of the platforms is incompatible with the country’s efforts to block unauthorised betting websites.

August 10, 2026

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Mexico proposes changes to betting law

A lawmaker from Mexico's ruling Morena party in Mexico City's Congress has proposed amendments to the Federal Games and Sweepstakes Law aimed at tackling gambling addiction and introducing tighter controls on online gambling.
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When the Favourites Kept Scoring

August 28, 2026

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When the Favourites Kept Scoring

Jeevan, the 2026 World Cup was the largest betting event the industry has ever experienced. From Abelson’s perspective, what did those seven weeks reveal about the industry’s readiness for events of this scale?I don’t think you can ever be quite ready for an event of this magnitude, there are always
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August 28, 2026

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Turning the Tables on Fake Casino Games

James Elliott has spent more than two decades working in the online gambling industry, but the idea behind Gamecheck emerged from a problem that conventional legal tools were struggling to solve.
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August 27, 2026

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World Cup acquisition to long-term value

Nikolaus, ahead of the World Cup we spoke about flexibility, timing and real-time activation. Looking back, what did the tournament actually deliver?
A Fundamental Shift: what removing ‘aim to permit’ could mean for betting shops

August 26, 2026

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A Fundamental Shift: what removing ‘aim to permit’ could mean for UK betting shops

Gareth, how significant would it be to remove the ‘aim to permit’ principle from the Gambling Act 2005?
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August 26, 2026

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Why football traffic needs more than “Odds and Offers”

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Matt Sutton COO TrafficGuard

August 21, 2026

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TrafficGuard: The World Cup exposed the hidden cost of player acquisition

Matt, TrafficGuard estimates that more than $100m of betting advertising spend delivered no new player value during the World Cup. Was that higher than you expected?

August 21, 2026

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Beyond betting: Prediction markets’ next frontier

Pierre, you’ve described this as the first-ever use of a prediction market to hedge a conference. Where did the idea come from, and how much was about reducing risk as opposed to demonstrating a real-world commercial application for prediction markets?

August 20, 2026

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Racing Risks Pricing out the Bookies

Greg, you’ve raised the issue of media rights as a major factor in the pressure faced by retail betting shops. How significant have increases in racing media rights become?The increases have been substantial. Five years ago, our media rights costs were approximately £40,000 per shop per year including VAT. Three

August 20, 2026

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Beyond the baseline

Peter, what convinced you that Elite Competitions - and the prize competition sector more broadly - was the right next challenge after bet365?

August 14, 2026

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Superstar Revolution: how the 2026 World Cup rewrote football betting

The biggest betting story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup wasn’t the record number of matches, the expanded 48-team format or even Spain lifting the trophy. It was the shift in customer behaviour.Across EveryMatrix Sports, bettors behaved differently to any previous global football tournament we’ve analysed. Traditional match betting remained

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