The Jockey Club is leaving the Racecourse Association (RCA) at the end of 2026, following Ascot's similar decision. This move reflects ongoing instability within the UK horse racing industry, spurred by the RCA's recent governance review.
Austria's Ministry of Finance has submitted draft Gambling Law changes to the European Commission for review. This triggers a three-month standstill period for the EC to assess the reforms' compatibility with EU fair-competition laws and market entry regulations.
Data from analytics platform Blask reveals that illegal online casinos and sportsbooks in Russia are losing market share, with visitor numbers falling to their lowest since 2018. This shift indicates a growing preference for permit-holding bookmakers, who now control 60% of the market, as Russia considers legalizing web-based casinos.
Polymarket has secured an exclusive partnership with the ATP Tour, the governing body for men's tennis. This deal will enable Polymarket's US users to stream matches and engage in prediction market trading across the entire ATP calendar.
A Bacta survey indicates that a potential increase in Machine Games Duty (MGD) would severely impact the UK's land-based gaming industry, with 90% of members anticipating negative consequences. These impacts include business closures, job losses, and a halt in investment. The findings underscore the industry's concerns regarding further tax burdens.
Betfred is reportedly ending its nine-year sponsorship of rugby league's Super League after the 2026 season. This decision will conclude a long-standing partnership between the bookmaker and the sports league.
Genius Sports and Polymarket are expanding their partnership to integrate official sports data, exclusive live streaming, and integrity services into Polymarket's prediction markets. This collaboration aims to provide more reliable and secure information for prediction market users, bolstering the platform's offering with Genius Sports' advanced data and integrity solutions.
Andrei Popa has been promoted to General Manager for Superbet in Romania, taking charge of the company's expansion efforts in the region. This move allows Chief Commercial Officer CEE, Adam Lamentowicz, to concentrate on growth strategies in Poland, Serbia, and Greece.
Austria has advanced a draft gambling law for EU review, which proposes an open licensing model for 13 casino licenses. The new regulations also include provisions for a self-exclusion register and mandatory deposit limits, signaling significant changes to the country's gambling landscape.
Allwyn Digital CEO Kresimir Spajic indicated ongoing M&A discussions, although there's no immediate pressure to finalize a deal. He also shed light on why the company's planned acquisition of Novibet ultimately did not proceed.
Betway has officially announced a multi-year partnership with Manchester United, becoming the club's principal and exclusive global betting partner. The deal, which includes the Betway logo on training kits for both men's and women's teams, will commence at the start of the new Premier League season.
Bulgarian betting technology company FIRST.bet is expanding its presence in the Brazilian market through a new partnership with local brand BetVip. BetVip will integrate FIRST.bet's sportsbook product, including its pricing and trading capabilities, to enhance its offerings in Brazil's competitive gaming landscape.
City analysts from Bank of America and Deutsche Bank's Numis subsidiary view IG Group's acquisition of Underdog as a significant, potentially transformative deal despite carrying material risks. They highlighted the symbiotic value to IG Group while acknowledging potential valuation challenges.
Playson has expanded its presence in Canada by launching its gaming content with Betty Casino in Alberta's regulated iGaming market. This move signifies a key step in Playson's North American growth strategy, building on its existing partnership with Betty Casino in Ontario.
The UK Gambling Commission has elevated the money laundering and terrorist financing risk for the UK gaming software sector to 'medium.' This increased threat level stems from the Commission's ongoing efforts to combat the growing black market in the gambling industry.
Sarah Fox's appointment to the Gambling Commission from the DCMS raises questions about the Commission's policy-making independence and potential political influence. This move could signify a strategic effort to align the Commission more closely with government objectives.
Sportradar processed approximately 350 million betting tickets during the recent World Cup, providing a comprehensive global view of betting trends across various jurisdictions. This vast dataset allows Sportradar to identify overarching betting patterns and regional preferences that individual operators might miss. The scale of the data offers unique insights into the global sports betting market during major events.
French lottery and sports betting operator FDJ reported a decline in both GGR (€3,429m) and revenue (€1,240m) despite strong World Cup performance. The company attributed this dip to exceptional heatwaves and high taxes, with lottery GGR specifically falling by 2.1%.
The iGaming industry is seeing a shift in platform evaluation, moving beyond just cost and features to prioritize operational expertise. As markets become more competitive, operators need providers that can offer strategic support and efficient operations for expansion and sustained success.
A consortium from the Ts’elxwéyeqw Tribe has finalized the acquisition of Elements Casino Chilliwack from Great Canadian Entertainment. This deal sees a significant gaming and entertainment venue in British Columbia change ownership to a First Nations group.
The Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is set to open in mid-November 2026, ahead of its initial schedule. This marks a significant development for the local gaming industry and community.
Circa Sports has secured an event wagering operator license in Arizona through a partnership with the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe. This license was granted following an application window conducted by the Arizona Department of Gaming.
Ilitch Gaming has finalized its acquisition of the remaining 50% ownership interest in Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey, making it the sole owner. This move significantly expands Ilitch Gaming's portfolio in the gaming, hospitality, and entertainment sectors.
Circa Sports has been awarded an event wagering operator license in Arizona, partnering with the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe. This license allows Circa Sports to launch legal sports betting operations within the state.
Ilitch Gaming has finalized its full acquisition of Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City by purchasing the remaining 50% ownership stake. This completes a process that began with their initial 50% acquisition in 2021.