A SOFTSWISS-commissioned survey in South Africa identified a discrepancy between financial pressures and the demand for player protection tools. Unemployed respondents, who most frequently cited using a windfall to pay debt (22.1%), showed limited interest in spending-limit tools (35.3%).
Entain's BetCity has secured a new five-year online gambling license from the Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA), extending its accreditation until late 2031. This renewal positions BetCity as one of the initial operators to receive an extension following the re-regulation of the Dutch online gambling market.
GR8_TECH is set to launch its GREAT_WHITE LABEL solution at SBC Summit 2026, offering operators a comprehensive entry into new markets. This solution manages the underlying technology, uptime, and daily operations, allowing operators to launch quickly without building a full tech stack.
Lithuania's Finance Ministry has blocked a proposal from the Farmers and Greens Union to increase the gambling license tax from 22% to 30% and the lottery tax from 18% to 25%. Deputy Januš Kizenevič stated the increase was disproportionate, given operators' existing contributions to regulatory overhauls.
The Arizona Department of Gaming has allocated nine limited event wagering operator licenses to various local venues, effective September 11. These locations are now approved to offer in-person event wagering within the state.
Underdog has filed a lawsuit against Connecticut officials in federal court, seeking to prevent the state from classifying its sports prediction-market contracts as illegal gambling. The company argues it operates as a federally regulated designated contract market under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's oversight.
Jesse Lynn and Ted Papapostolou, linked to Icahn Enterprises, resigned from the Caesars Entertainment board of directors effective September 16. Following these departures, the Icahn Group waived its right to appoint replacement directors, occurring during an FTC merger review.
California Governor Gavin Newsom ratified an amended tribal-state gaming compact with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, extending the agreement through December 31, 2061. This measure, Assembly Bill 2173, provides the tribe with flexibility for future growth, including the potential addition of up to 500 gaming devices.
The Gambling Commission's 2025/26 Annual Report indicates a significant decline in UK betting exchange activity, now accounting for 3.79% of Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) at £92.66 million. This figure represents a nearly 50% reduction in GGY compared to 2026/17, despite an increase in US prediction markets.
Ireland is reportedly considering an increase in its gambling tax rates, which currently stand at 2% on stakes placed by customers. The Irish betting industry is actively opposing these proposed changes. This potential move aligns Ireland with other European nations looking to boost state finances through increased gaming revenue.
Spain's 17 autonomous communities have issued a joint document asserting their authority to regulate land-based gambling venues. They contend that the Directorate-General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) is overreaching its powers concerning licensing within their jurisdictions. This dispute highlights a significant rift over regulatory control within the Spanish gambling sector.
Entain has reiterated its call for an immediate ban on sponsorships from unlicensed gambling operators in UK sport following the DCMS consultation. The company identified 11 Premier League clubs with such arrangements and urged prompt government action.
The UK gambling yield increased by 4% to £17.5 billion, with gaming machine activity showing significant growth. Gaming machines in arcades generated £800.1 million in GGY, a 10.7% rise, predominantly from adult gaming centres.
UK gambling harms charity GamCare has raised concerns about the increasing use of gambling-like mechanics in non-gambling sectors. Through an analysis of over 2,500 National Gambling Helpline webchat transcripts, the charity questions whether harm prevention efforts are keeping pace with these trends.
Light & Wonder has appointed Muthu Palanichamy as Senior Vice President & General Manager of Global Systems. A 16-year company veteran, Palanichamy will oversee product strategy, R&D, delivery, operations, and customer engagement for the global Systems business.
Atlantic City casinos experienced their strongest summer in a decade, despite a 5.5% year-on-year decline in August's land-based slot and table games GGR, which totaled $294.9 million. All casinos except Borgata saw a decrease in in-person gambler spend during August.
São Paulo football clubs are collectively opposing proposed legislation in Brazil that aims to ban betting advertisements within the city. Such measures could significantly impact their sponsorship revenues from the betting sector.
The UK Gambling Commission's annual report for FY2025/26 shows a total Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) of £17.5 billion, marking a 4.4% increase from the previous financial year. Land-based gambling also saw a modest increase of 1.1% within this period.
Entain is reiterating its call for the UK government to implement an immediate ban on unlicensed gambling operators sponsoring British sports. The company emphasized that this move is crucial for player protection and maintaining sports integrity, advocating for swifter regulatory action.
As prediction markets expand, a growing infrastructure sector is supplying essential data, liquidity, and technology to support trading. However, notable gaps in existing systems persist despite this growth.
BetMGM has secured exclusive online casino rights with All3Media International for 'The Traitors' television series. This partnership allows BetMGM to develop and launch casino games, including slots and table games, based on the popular reality competition format.
S Gaming has announced a partnership with Betfred, integrating several of its slot titles onto Betfred’s online casino platform. This agreement aims to strengthen the slot studio's footprint within the UK market through a phased rollout of its games.
BETBY has entered the regulated Polish market through a partnership with Betters, integrating its complete sportsbook solution. This marks BETBY's first presence in Poland, expanding its reach across regulated markets.
Reports from Brazil indicate President Lula da Silva is considering a full ban on casino activity and extensive restrictions on betting. This potential move, cited by credible media sources, suggests a significant crackdown on the country's gambling industry.
The Las Vegas Athletics have named Circa Resort & Casino and Circa Sports as the club's first Founding Partner in a multi-year agreement. This partnership establishes Circa as the Official Resort and Sportsbook of the A's as they build their presence in Las Vegas.