Playson has expanded its footprint in South Africa by partnering with World Sports Betting. This collaboration will see a selection of Playson's acclaimed Hold and Win titles introduced to World Sports Betting's player base. The integration will occur via Light & Wonder, further strengthening Playson's presence in the region.
Evoplay is strengthening its Latin American market presence through a new partnership with Peruvian operator Te Apuesto. The agreement will see a selection of Evoplay's titles integrated and go live on Te Apuesto's platform. This collaboration expands Evoplay's reach within the established Peruvian iGaming market.
Evolution AB (publ) acquired 447,327 of its own shares between October 5, 2026, and October 9, 2026. This share repurchase was conducted as part of a program to optimize the company's capital structure and enhance shareholder value.
Comtrade Gaming is actively expanding into new markets and launching with operators, moving beyond solely regulatory work. This strategy comes amid ongoing discussions regarding market uncertainty, such as in Brazil, and an evolving operating environment for platform providers.
Bloomberry Resorts Corp. has launched OnlyFun.PH, a new digital platform in the Philippines. This platform combines regulated online gaming with livestreamed entertainment and interactive content, introduced as part of their FUNaloMAX portfolio.
Zitro Digital has expanded its presence in Peru by partnering with Betmaster.pe. This agreement makes Zitro Digital’s full online portfolio, including titles based on its land-based games and online-specific offerings, available to players on Betmaster.pe.
The Lottomatica-CIRSA deal is projected for completion in Q2 2027. This timeline is contingent upon obtaining shareholder approval, regulatory clearance, and satisfying other customary conditions.
1xBet showcased its partnership strategy at SBC Summit 2026, utilizing two exhibition spaces in Lisbon. The affiliate program focused on business development and relationship building with industry professionals.
Maverick Gaming co-founder Eric Persson is in the process of reacquiring two Nevada casinos located in Elko. This move aims to keep the Maverick Casino Hotel and the Gold Country Inn and Casino from closing. The properties had previously warned of a potential closure by November 30.
Kambi is emphasizing its desire to continue demonstrating its value as a partner in the Latin American region. The company highlights strong demand for reliable technology, regulated-market expertise, and solutions that maximize sportsbook margins in LatAm.
Analysts are showing increased optimism for the future of Flutter Entertainment and Entain, despite both companies experiencing significant stock declines in 2026. Entain, recently relegated from the FTSE 100, is particularly under scrutiny by analysts who believe its current valuation presents a buying opportunity.
Lottomatica Group and CIRSA Enterprises have approved a 'common merger plan' for their proposed combination, first announced in September 2026. Lottomatica will absorb CIRSA assets, enlarging its enterprise on the Borsa Milan, supported by a €744m shareholder payout plan.
Wolfe Research predicts Wynn's US$5.7bn Wynn Al Marjan Island project in the UAE could surpass its financial targets. Analyst Peter Supino believes Wynn shares could increase by 60 percent by 2028 based on the project's potential.
The Cordish Companies and Bruce Smith Enterprise held a topping-out ceremony for Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia. This new venue will feature 1,600 slots and 70 table games, opening in Central Virginia.
Games Global has strengthened its US presence by entering the West Virginia market. The company secured a license from the West Virginia Lottery Commission, making the state its fifth US jurisdiction after Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
Zitro Digital has launched its full online portfolio on Betmaster.pe, expanding its presence in Peru's regulated iGaming market. This agreement sees Zitro Digital's content made available to players on one of Latin America’s online gaming platforms.
Prediction market operator Kalshi has partnered with four Native American tribes to launch tribal-branded apps, including Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation and Greenville Rancheria. These deals expand Kalshi's presence despite opposition from established tribal gaming organizations.
DATA.BET has partnered with Africa-focused SportsDay to expand its presence in the region. SportsDay will integrate DATA.BET’s full sportsbook iFrame solution, which includes Managed Trading Services, 24/7 odds, risk management, and a Single Page Application. This partnership will provide SportsDay with odds and data across over 100 disciplines, encompassing traditional sports, esports, and virtual sports.
Football-focused Spanish sports site Relevo has been acquired by iGaming.com Group. Relevo, which launched in 2022, will now publish under the iGaming.com Group umbrella at Relevo.com.
The AGEM Index fell by 6.1 percent in September 2026, decreasing by 118.24 points to 1,811.01. This marks the first month-over-month decline for the index since March, with the drop partly influenced by the news of the SciPlay CEO stepping down, impacting Light & Wonder's stock price.
Sportradar has agreed to sell Atrium Sports, the coaching and scouting business of its Synergy Sports subsidiary, to Teamwork Innovations for $170 million in cash. Sportradar will retain certain Atrium Sports assets that support its core sportstech and betting operations.
SOFTSWISS was named Aggregator of the Year at the SBC Awards 2026 during the SBC Summit Lisbon. The company also launched its 2027 iGaming Trends report and participated in discussions on industry topics like AI and regulation.
The UK Tote Group will prioritize its World Pool offering as part of a broader restructuring and CEO transition. The operator plans to wind down its online betting business, retaining only the World Pool product.
Dieter John, CEO of Fortuna Entertainment Group (FEG), emphasized that heritage is an asset as the CEE gambling group prepares for anticipated market consolidation. FEG sees potential in the Central and Eastern European markets, which have attracted significant interest recently. John's vision underscores the importance of a strong operational foundation for growth.
New York's gaming machine revenue dropped by 37% to $124.8 million in September. This decrease reflects the ongoing upgrade of Resorts World NYC to a full casino.