Prediction market platform Kalshi has secured a $40 billion valuation following a $1 billion Series G funding round. The investment tests investor confidence as the company faces mounting legal and regulatory challenges across the United States regarding its sports event contracts.
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The Star Entertainment Group returned to positive group EBITDA in Q1, with total revenue rising two percent year-on-year to A$284 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. Combined segment EBITDA grew to A$35 million, supported by A$162 million in revenue and A$15 million in EBITDA from The Star Sydney.
Sportradar generated strong revenue and profit growth in the third quarter of 2026, driven by a 24% year-on-year increase in revenue to €362.5 million.
Seaport Research Partners projects that Macau's gross gaming revenue will decline by 6.1% year-on-year in November, potentially extending the market's downturn to six consecutive months. The negative outlook is attributed to persistent weak demand affecting the region. This follows official October data showing a 10% year-on-year drop in gaming revenue to MOP$21.7 billion.
Lottomatica has expanded its footprint in Italy after reporting record online market share across its digital gaming operations. The Italian operator is simultaneously positioning itself for broader expansion via a planned merger with Cirsa.
Sportradar reported a 24% year-on-year revenue increase to €363m for Q3, driven by a 47% surge in its US market operations to €98m. Profit for the period rose 20% to €27m, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 21%.