Sports betting technology company BETBY has identified a new niche product, SlotBets, designed to engage younger, digitally-native consumers. Unveiled at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, SlotBets merges elements of sports betting and iGaming, positioning itself as a novel offering within the industry.
Brazilian authorities are seeking to block 5,209 betting-related domains following the enforcement of a nationwide prohibition on fixed-odds betting. Telecommunications regulator Anatel had already issued blocking orders for 2,387 of these domains by September 29.
SOFTSWISS has released its 2027 iGaming Trends report, co-authored with WorldGaming, which examines key industry trends. The report focuses on regulation, artificial intelligence, and localization within the iGaming sector.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has submitted two event contract rules to the White House for review. This move aims to classify prediction markets as swaps, placing them under federal rather than state gambling oversight.
New UK gaming machine standards will mandate personal limits and real-time staff alerts. These technical standards are set to be implemented starting in March 2027.
Paf has partnered with Facebook on a Swiss pilot program aimed at targeting black market advertisements. The initiative was announced by Paf director Jesper Eliasson at SBC Summit Lisbon, with work scheduled to commence shortly.
A new study indicates that AI assistants are incorrectly identifying unlicensed casinos as KSA-approved. All ten tools evaluated in the study reportedly named at least one non-licensed operator when prompted.
The Brazilian government is suing betting companies for BRL1 billion in collective moral damages. This action is attributed to the government's belief that gambling contributes to increased mental health costs for bettors.
Prediction markets are confronting a regulatory dispute within the US, as companies like Kalshi and Polymarket, alongside allies, plan to invest at least $3 million. This funding is designated for lobbying efforts and campaign contributions in 2026 to influence the outcome.
Wazdan has partnered with Games Valley to expand the distribution of its iGaming content portfolio. This collaboration will integrate Wazdan's games onto Games Valley's platform, making them accessible to a broader network of operators and players. The partnership aims to leverage Games Valley's aggregation approach to enhance market reach.
Georgia has officially moved its International iGaming Licence regime from a pilot phase to full rollout, with initial licensees preparing to go live. Random Systems Georgia (RSG), the regulator, confirmed this transition for a framework launched as a pilot in July 2026. This move aims to attract international gambling businesses to the country.
The Gaming in Spain Conference, held on October 15 at Auditorio ECIJA in Madrid, will feature Spain's gambling regulator and online gaming trade body. Discussions are expected to focus on regulatory reform, with licensed operators currently weighing new gambling restrictions. Registration for the 2026 edition is now open.
Aristocrat has issued a notification regarding the cessation of securities. This communication pertains to the company's ALL securities.
The Brazilian revenue service (Receita) has published a new balance sheet detailing requests for opting into the Simples Nacional tax regime and the regular IBS and CBS regimes. This data reflects the most current numbers and will be updated as new applications are processed.
PIN-UP Partners has analyzed the iGaming markets in Mexico and Chile, detailing their respective landscapes. The report highlights why both Latin American markets are currently drawing significant interest from affiliates.
Betway Canada has introduced its sportsbook and online casino offerings to Alberta. This launch expands the province's regulated iGaming market, which now includes over 30 active platforms.
The UK Gambling Commission is proceeding with a revised compliance framework for land-based gaming machines, based on a consultation paper that received over 1,000 responses. This framework will address areas such as Gaming Machine Technical Standards and the Gaming Machine Testing Strategy. The new regulations will specifically exclude existing Category B machines from these updated requirements.
SunBet is developing a strategy to increase its market share in South Africa and challenge current leaders. The company's CEO plans a December launch for an updated betting product, which will feature an improved user interface and experience.
SBC Summit Lisbon has opened for its third year, drawing 40,000 attendees. Portuguese government and Lisbon city dignitaries, including Mayor Carlos Moedas, participated in the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, welcoming the event to the city.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has initiated a campaign titled 'Back Our Betting Shops'. The industry body argues that additional tax increases could jeopardize thousands of jobs and businesses in Britain's betting shop sector.
At G2E 2026, leading casino executives addressed a business landscape undergoing significant changes. Discussions centered on shifting Las Vegas visitation, global expansion projects, M&A activities, public market pressures, and a debate over prediction markets. MGM Resorts International and Caesars were among the companies represented in these industry discussions.
Circa Sports has designated Survivor Sweat as the official marketplace for entries into its football contests. This platform allows participants to sell portions of their Circa Sports Football contest entries, and buyers to purchase them.
St8 has observed a significant increase in operator utilization of agentic AI within its platform. Over nine weeks, St8's MCP integration processed more than 7,000 queries, with weekly usage growing by 55%.
Over 60 startup iGaming operators have selected Optimove Ignite+ for their operations. This service provides operators with OptiStart predictive analytics, professional services, and a dedicated CRM expert from launch.
Michael Jordan, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins, and Sportradar Founder Carsten Koerl discussed the future of sports at SBC Summit Lisbon. Their keynote session, moderated by Kirsty Gallacher, focused on the evolving relationship between sports, technology, data, betting, and fan engagement.