St8, a casino games aggregator, has secured an iGaming Services Supplier registration in Alberta, Canada. This new license marks a significant step in the company's broader strategy to expand its presence across regulated North American iGaming markets, adding to its existing licenses in jurisdictions such as Sweden, the UK, Romania, and Ontario.
Hungary's state-owned gambling operator, Szerencsejáték Zrt, has undergone a complete board and leadership overhaul under the new TISZA government. Finance and Economy Minister András Kármán appointed Marcell Olajos as the new Chairman, signaling a significant change in the company's direction.
SportPesa, a long-standing operator in key African betting markets like Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania, expresses confidence in maintaining its leading position despite increasing competition from international operators. The company attributes its resilience to a deep understanding of local markets and customer preferences.
Merkur Group has acquired White Hat Studios, a prominent US iGaming slots provider operating in all seven regulated states. This acquisition expands Merkur Group's presence in the US market and leverages White Hat Studios' strong position to enhance its North American operations.
Kerstin Kosanke, President of the German Casino Association, has raised concerns that upcoming EU cash limit regulations and national anti-money laundering requirements could lead to the demise of German casinos due to excessive bureaucracy. She suggests Germany risks following Sweden's path where stringent regulations severely impacted the land-based casino sector.
Greece's Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP) has partnered with the Hellenic Telecommunications and Post Commission (EETT) to implement a new strategy for blocking illegal gambling websites. This initiative will focus on advanced web-blocking and domain name enforcement, including DNS-based blocking, to combat unlicensed operations in the country.
Inspired Entertainment has launched its online slot games with multiple operators in Alberta, following the official opening of the province's regulated iGaming market. This expansion includes partnerships with major brands like bet365, BetRivers, and DraftKings, making Inspired's content available to a new audience in Canada.
bet365 has officially launched its sportsbook and casino services in Alberta, Canada, expanding its presence in the Canadian market beyond Ontario. This move solidifies bet365's strategic growth in North America and includes a partnership with the Canadian Football League.
This article analyzes the strategic rationale behind Banijay's recent €32 billion deal with JOA, highlighting how advisors view the logic as sound despite the market's current state. It reveals a shift in capital flow within gaming M&A, pointing towards new areas of value creation.
German regulators have increased the stake limits for online slots ahead of a review of the 2021 Interstate Treaty on Gambling. This change will also require operators to implement new tools for tracking player behavior, amidst ongoing discussions about deposit limits and channelisation in the market.
IGT has announced it will close its Electronic Table Games (ETG) division by 2027. This decision will impact a specific segment of its gaming product offerings.
Rio de Janeiro has implemented Decree Rio nº 58.274/2026, restricting fixed-odds betting advertising in municipal public spaces, including outdoor media. This move reflects a broader trend in Brazil towards tighter marketing regulations for betting operators.
During a UK House of Lords committee meeting regarding the Macolin Convention, experts highlighted that match-fixers are often victims coerced into illegal activities. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) CEO emphasized the need to prosecute those who corrupt athletes, rather than solely focusing on the athletes themselves, to effectively combat international match-fixing.
Professional golfers Matt Fitzpatrick and Jordan Spieth have both expressed concerns that gambling is becoming a significant problem within professional golf. Their statements, made ahead of the Open Championship, suggest a growing unease among players regarding the impact of betting on the sport.
DubClub has appointed Ed Silva, a former DraftKings product executive, as its new CEO. Silva brings a decade of experience from DraftKings to his new role.
Chinese TikTok sister app Douyin has flagged 417,000 accounts for promoting or enabling gambling during the World Cup, as part of a wider crackdown. This extensive action by the ByteDance-owned platform highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal gambling, particularly around major sporting events.
Chinese police in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, arrested 204 suspected gamblers in raids on 16 illegal mahjong gambling dens. The crackdown targeted 'zhuanzhuan mahjong,' a high-speed version of the game, indicating increased enforcement against illegal gambling operations in the region.
BoyleSports is significantly expanding its technology hub in Serbia, having added 65 new employees to its Belgrade office in the past year. This investment reflects the company's strategic goal to strengthen its digital capabilities and support its ongoing growth.
English golfer Matt Fitzpatrick has voiced concerns about increased abuse directed at athletes due to sports betting, particularly in the US. This issue echoes similar problems reported in tennis last year, highlighting a growing negative impact of gambling on professional sports.
A Michigan judge has extended a temporary ban on Kalshi offering sports contracts in the state, despite the platform's challenge. This ongoing legal battle could lead to significant fines for Kalshi if they continue to operate these contracts in Michigan.
Former NBA player Ed Davis faces arraignment on charges of bribing Malik Beasley for alleged spot-fixing in NBA games. Prosecutors claim Davis loaned Beasley money, who then supposedly underperformed to repay the debt.
CIRSA has acquired a majority stake in Slots del Sol, entering the regulated Paraguayan market. This acquisition provides CIRSA with an established omnichannel presence through Slots del Sol's online casino, land-based casinos, and gaming halls.
PENN Entertainment has launched TheScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino in Alberta, Canada, along with standalone casino apps. This move expands their online gaming presence in the Canadian province.
Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has been banned in the Czech Republic for operating as an unlicensed gambling platform. The Ministry of Finance has ordered internet service providers to block access within 15 days, adding the Czech Republic to a list of European countries cracking down on such platforms.
Ireland's Gambling Regulators Alliance of Ireland (GRAI) has launched a new campaign urging parents to identify early signs of underage gambling. This initiative follows research indicating that children who gamble are twice as likely to develop gambling-related problems as adults, highlighting the importance of parental awareness and early intervention.