Wildz has reported obtaining a Finnish gambling licence, positioning itself in advance of Finland's planned 1 July 2027 online market launch. This move anticipates the upcoming liberalisation of the Finnish online gambling sector.
The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) has contributed to an investigation into a millionaire illegal betting scheme in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. An operation identified a group suspected of illegally exploiting gambling activities. This action supports efforts to combat illicit betting operations in the region.
Underdog has filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking an injunction against the enforcement of Tennessee's wagering laws. The company aims to protect its CFTC-regulated event-contract exchange from these regulations.
bet365 has retained its Swedish licenses following a court's decision to uphold SEK44m in penalties. The penalties were levied due to issues concerning a no-limit deposit option and player-protection failures.
The DGOJ has announced an extension to the deadline for the second public participation process. This extension pertains to the draft resolution that aims to approve a mechanism for detecting risky user behaviors.
Prediction markets are observing significant trading activity related to the 2026 US midterm elections, with volume approaching $1 billion. This reflects a substantial increase in interest and engagement on election contracts within these markets.
Receita Sintonia has announced the classification for its 3rd cycle of 2026. This cycle includes 10.99 million legal entities, with 6.30 million Micro and Small Businesses from the Simples Nacional program being classified.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has renewed the casino operator's license for Live! Casino Pittsburgh. Operator Stadium Casino Westmoreland fulfilled its obligations, allowing the license to be extended for an additional five-year period.
A total of 90 Labour MPs are publicly demanding an increase in Machine Games Duty (MGD) in the upcoming UK Budget. These MPs, led by Alex Ballinger, have signed a letter urging Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey to implement the rise.
This article discusses the impact of higher Machine Games Duty, noting that while gambling tax is easy to collect, increasing the rate does not significantly raise government revenue.
Aristocrat Interactive's in-house studio, NeoGames Studio, is now powering the Kentucky Lottery with eInstant games under a new five-year agreement. This partnership expands the lottery's digital offering with a range of eInstant content designed to enhance player engagement.
Casino City's Friday Five edition covered various developments including CFTC's proposed new rules for prediction markets. It also noted Sahara Las Vegas becoming the first Las Vegas Strip casino to announce cryptocurrency-funded gaming transactions.
Playing card manufacturer Cartamundi and gaming equipment supplier Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited (APE) have opened a Bee playing card manufacturing facility in Macau. This joint venture will produce Bee playing cards for distribution to gaming markets across Asia-Pacific and internationally.
Spain has implemented new rules requiring online gambling operators to verify that payment methods used by players belong to the account holders. These regulations amend existing laws on preventing money laundering and terrorist financing, focusing on the authorization and monitoring of gambling transactions.
Wazdan has entered the South African market through a partnership with operator Hollywoodbets, facilitated by the Light & Wonder aggregation platform. This collaboration will bring a selection of Wazdan's gaming titles to players in the country.
Entain reiterated its full-year 2026 financial guidance after reporting a 2% increase in Q3 group net gaming revenue (NGR). Online NGR rose 3% for the period, supported by growth in online gaming and the UK and Ireland, which offset adverse sports results and challenges in Brazil.
SAHARA has become the first Las Vegas Strip casino to offer crypto payments through a partnership with BurraPay. The resort is introducing cryptocurrency-funded gaming transactions at its Casino Cage.
The Virginia Lottery released its September 2026 casino activity report. Gaming revenues from Hard Rock Bristol, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, Caesars Virginia, The Interim Gaming Hall Norfolk, and Live! Virginia totaled over $97.5 million during September.
The first Finnish license for gambling services has been granted to Wildz Group. Finland's National Police Board issued a formal letter on October 15, allowing Wildz Group to offer services to Finnish players for five years starting July 1, 2027.
Wazdan has entered the South African market through a partnership with Hollywood Bets. This agreement will see Hollywoodbets integrate an initial 10 Wazdan game releases via Light & Wonder's aggregation platform.
BC.Game's BC Engine has surpassed $10 million in rewards. The platform distributed over 10 million BCD in its first six months, marking a significant milestone for its gaming ecosystem.
A Gambling Insider investigation revealed that Kalshi's own ETH perp data, when tested against spot prices, undermines its explanation for $9.81B in trades. The investigation analyzed 5.35 million trades and found unusual concentrated activity from traders on Kalshi's ether futures market.
CountR has appointed Patriot Gaming & Electronics as its U.S. Parts Distributor for its automated cash-handling and payment solutions. Patriot Gaming will provide parts, inventory, and repair services for CountR’s CashIO self-service kiosks and TITA table-game terminals.
Zitro showcased over 100 machines and new titles at G2E Las Vegas 2026, marking its largest presence at the event. CEO Derik Mooberry emphasized the company's strategy to achieve global supplier status through strong game performance.
New research from the NTIA and BGC indicates that UK casinos are vital in attracting visitors to town and city centers. These establishments significantly boost local businesses, supporting high streets by driving foot traffic and generating revenue for nearby hospitality operators.