PrizePicks' digital packs offering instant buybacks have raised regulatory and industry debate regarding whether the feature blurs the line between traditional collecting and gambling.
B2B technology provider GR8_TECH has published a report titled 'Operator Lens: Brazil' to examine the fallout from President Lula's ban on legal gambling. The publication evaluates the immediate strategic impacts of the prohibition and explores potential pathways forward for industry operators.
Evolution reported a 3.7% year-on-year rise in third-quarter net revenue to €526.1 million, supported by 10% growth in its RNG vertical. Adjusted EBITDA increased 2.7% to €345.9 million, though Chief Executive Martin Carlesund characterized the overall period as uneventful as margins saw a minor contraction.
FDJ United has revised its 2026 financial targets downward following an 8.1% year-on-year drop in third-quarter revenue to €794 million. The decline was driven by fewer high-value lottery jackpots, increased sports betting payouts, softened retail footfall, and rising tax burdens.
Michigan experienced a sharp rise in online sports betting activity in September 2026, generating an aggregate handle of $544.8 million. The total marks a 64.9% increase compared to the state's figures from August 2026.
A leaked draft of a Social Market Foundation report recommending a doubling of the UK's Machine Games Duty has surfaced with internal staff commentary attached, revealing that the think tank's director questioned key claims regarding employment impacts. The revelation arrives just ahead of the government's budget announcement. The findings have drawn swift criticism and scrutiny from betting and gaming industry stakeholders.
Prediction market operator Polymarket has terminated its chief marketing officer following an internal investigation into the company's promotional practices. The dismissal follows a Wall Street Journal report revealing the use of staged betting videos produced without transparent disclosures.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has instructed prediction platforms Novig and ProphetX not to list certain self-certified sports event contracts, including scorigami and micro-betting markets. The regulator expressed concern that short-term micro contracts, such as which player scores first in a basketball game, are vulnerable to manipulation. The agency has asked Novig to explain how it intends to ensure market integrity and prevent manipulative activity across these markets.
The Gambling Commission has released the third part of its Consumer Voice research, exploring the key motivations behind the use of illegal gambling platforms in Great Britain. Conducted by Yonder Consulting, the study identifies distinct consumer segments and concludes that a single, uniform messaging strategy is ineffective for curbing unregulated play.
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins announced that the company’s proprietary prediction market exchange, DKeX, has risen to become the third-largest platform in the US just months after launching in late June. Speaking at the NEXTPredict Summit in New York City, Robins highlighted the rapid adoption and growth of the in-house product.
Boyd Gaming missed Wall Street expectations for the third quarter, reporting adjusted earnings of $1.67 per share amid weakening visitor demand and construction disruptions in Las Vegas. The underperformance in its Nevada operations offset revenue gains generated by the company's online gaming vertical and its Midwest and South regional properties.
Evoke reported a 7% year-on-year decline in third-quarter revenue to £406 million ($542.67 million), impacted in part by the closure of approximately 270 retail betting shops over the past year. Following the results, the parent company of William Hill and 888 called on the UK government to refrain from introducing additional gambling tax increases in the upcoming autumn budget.
Italian communications regulator AGCOM has opened a 30-day consultation to establish definitive rules for operator-linked "infotainment sites." The process will evaluate amendments to the implementation guidelines of the 2018 Dignity Decree, which governs gambling advertising and sports sponsorships in the country.
FTSE 100 financial trading firm IG Group has unveiled plans to enter the UK prediction markets space, targeting a rollout in late Q4 2026. The move marks the company's return to the sports wagering and betting sector after a 16-year absence.
Svenska Spel has increased investment in its core brands, including Oddset, Lotto, and Triss, as part of a simplified operational strategy. While heightened spending on branding and technology weighed on third-quarter earnings, the Swedish state-owned operator maintained stable year-to-date profitability in line with management expectations.
Sun International's digital arm, Sunbet, has renewed its technology partnership with Bede Gaming to support its ongoing expansion across African markets. The agreement extends a nearly decade-long collaboration, with Bede's platform continuing to power Sunbet's online operations in South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia.
Midnite has extended its partnership with the World Snooker Tour, becoming the official UK betting and casino partner across all three Triple Crown events. Under the expanded agreement, the operator adds the UK Championship to its existing sponsorships of the World Snooker Championship and the Masters.
Spain is progressing toward a more centralised regulatory framework through the introduction of nationwide deposit limits for online gambling. Alongside the initiative, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and the Directorate General for Gambling Regulation (DGOJ) have launched a dedicated portal to facilitate player self-assessments.
Evolution's chief executive expressed disbelief over recent betting ban developments in Brazil during the company's latest earnings call, stating that the group is awaiting further regulatory clarity. Management also addressed other headwinds impacting performance, including slower European market growth and cybercrime disruptions in Asia.
BetMGM has agreed to a one-year extension of its partnership with the National Football League, maintaining its status as an Official Sports Betting Partner in Canada. Building on an agreement established in 2022, the renewal grants the operator continued rights to NFL intellectual property, brand activations, and fan experiences.
The Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has levied a record €37 million penalty against an unlicensed operator running more than 10 gambling portals. The sanction was triggered by severe regulatory breaches, including the failure to implement adequate age verification and the acceptance of cryptocurrency transactions.
William Hill parent company Evoke has attributed the closure of 270 betting shops to prior tax increases, alongside reporting a 7% decrease in revenue. In light of the trading performance, the operator is actively lobbying the UK government to avoid further gambling duty hikes in the upcoming budget.
In its Q3 trading update, evoke plc reported group revenue of £406m, reflecting a 7% year-on-year decrease or 2% on a like-for-like constant currency basis. The company, which has accepted a takeover offer from Bally's Intralot, highlighted the strain on its retail estate while cautioning the UK government against further sector tax increases.
Las Vegas Sands experienced a decline in third-quarter financial results driven by softness in the high-end customer segment across Macau and Singapore. Despite the VIP slowdown, the operator saw revenue gains across all Macau segments, lifting its mass gaming market share to a three-year high of 26.1%.
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement and the Attorney General's office have officially codified data-driven responsible gaming mandates into state regulations. Under the rules, all licensed online operators must appoint a responsible gaming lead to oversee behavioral triggers and mandatory play thresholds.