New research from the NTIA and BGC indicates that UK casinos are vital in attracting visitors to town and city centers. These establishments significantly boost local businesses, supporting high streets by driving foot traffic and generating revenue for nearby hospitality operators.
Amusnet has officially launched its gaming portfolio on Sunbet, Sun International's premier online betting and gaming platform in South Africa. This strategic partnership expands Amusnet's South African footprint by bringing its acclaimed slot catalogue to Sunbet's digital ecosystem.
Peninsula Pacific Entertainment has confirmed that Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment Center will open its gaming floor in Iowa on November 19. The casino, a $275 million investment, includes 700 slot machines and 22 table games, opening six weeks earlier than initially planned.
A long-anticipated casino in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is set to open next month. This will be the 20th casino in Iowa, debuting after more than a decade of development efforts.
Rank Group reported a 5% increase in like-for-like net gaming revenue, reaching £216.1 million in Q1 2026/27, with growth across digital and venue operations. The company cautioned that a potential rise in the UK's Machine Games Duty could result in venue closures and job losses.
Matchbook has completed the acquisition of fellow betting exchange Betdaq for an undisclosed sum. The deal reportedly includes Racecourse Data Technologies (RDT), which supports on-course bookmakers with hardware, software, and hedging capabilities through Betdaq.
SiGMA World 2026 is set to be held in Rome from November 2 to 5, gathering professionals from the gaming, technology, finance, and affiliate industries. The event, taking place at Fiera Roma, is expected to attract over 30,000 delegates for conferences, exhibitions, and networking.
SportsGrid, a sports betting content provider, is reportedly seeking a buyer following a multi-year revenue decline. Investment bank Telos Advisors is leading the sale process, with potential buyers likely to be sports betting or online gaming operators.
Entain reported a 2% increase in Q3 net gaming revenue, with online revenue up 3%. Strong growth in the UK and Ireland helped offset weaker performance in Brazil. The company reiterated its full-year 2026 forecast.
Okada Manila experienced growth in mass gaming, with mass table drop increasing by 5.4 percent. However, VIP revenue declined by 21.4 percent, leading to a 47 percent fall in EBITDA over the last nine months for its owner, Tiger Resorts.
Entain CEO Stella David anticipates that the Brazilian market will eventually reopen for betting operations. She confirmed that Entain is prepared to re-enter the market once it becomes available.
Stake has partnered with EveryMatrix to enhance its casino aggregation capabilities across regulated global markets. This collaboration allows Stake to access a diverse portfolio of casino content through a single integration, supporting its expansion.
Campeón Gaming has partnered with Bet on Alfa, marking its first B2B collaboration in Cyprus. Campeón Gaming will provide the technology platform for Bet on Alfa’s online operations, further expanding its presence in regulated markets.
Rank's CEO stated that a rise in Machine Games Duty (MGD) would compromise venue viability, despite the company's strong start to the financial year. Mecca bingo halls saw a 3% decline in visits, while Rank's Spanish subsidiary reported a 7% like-for-like net revenue increase.
ICONIC21 has signed a multi-vertical partnership agreement with Advabet, also known as Adwa. This agreement will see ICONIC21's portfolio of slots, virtual games, and live casino content distributed across Advabet's operator network and B2C brands.
Entain's Q3 online net gaming revenue (NGR) would have risen 5% despite a sudden online betting ban in Brazil. This performance suggests the company is doing well without the Brazilian market, as reported in their Q3 earnings. The FTSE 250 gambling multinational's financials indicate continued growth despite regional challenges.
Rank Group reported a 5% increase in net revenue for Q1, reaching £216.1m. The company's like-for-like digital net gaming revenue grew by 6% year-on-year to £64.9m, with growth observed across both its UK and international digital businesses.
BetMGM reported its adjusted EBITDA more than doubled in Q3, reaching $86 million, while net revenue grew 7% to $710 million. During the same period, average monthly active users saw a 3% decrease.
BetMGM requires a record Q4 adjusted EBITDA of at least $115 million, which is 34% higher than its previous best, to achieve its 2026 guidance. This follows a Q3 where the company doubled its adjusted EBITDA to $86 million.
Stake is adding New Zealand to its international online casino expansion plans. This follows its previous expansions into Alberta, Argentina, and Mexico, with the company progressing through New Zealand’s license auction process.
BETBY has expanded its presence in the regulated Polish market through a new sportsbook technology partnership with Lebull. Under this agreement, BETBY will provide its technology, betting content, features, and managed services to power Lebull's sportsbook.
GAMOMAT has entered the Austrian market through a partnership with Win2Day. This collaboration grants Win2Day access to GAMOMAT's popular slot titles, such as Ramses Book Deluxe and La Dolce Vita Deluxe, on its Austrian platform.
Detroit casinos reported $103 million in September 2026 revenue from table games and slots. This figure represents a 4.7% increase compared to September 2025 revenue. However, it also indicates a 5.6% decrease from August 2026 revenue.
R. Franco Digital has expanded its market reach in Peru through a new deal with Dorado Bet Peru. This agreement will see R. Franco Digital's portfolio of locally relevant games go live with the operator.
Matchbook has acquired Betdaq. The existing Betdaq service will operate until October 21 for trading, with customer accounts open for withdrawals until November 4 to facilitate an orderly transition.