German gaming group Merkur is moving to acquire a controlling stake in Société Française de Casinos (SFC), intending to compel minority shareholders to sell and subsequently delist SFC from Euronext Paris. Merkur currently holds 43.1% of SFC's capital and 41.5% of voting rights, and has offered €1.80 per share for the remaining shares.
Aristocrat, a leading gaming technology company, has issued an update regarding its share buy-back program. This is a routine financial activity for publicly traded companies, reflecting ongoing capital management.
Fanatics Betting and Gaming has launched Fanatics Sports & Casino, a new integrated app combining its Sportsbook, Casino, and prediction markets. This single platform provides customers with one account and a unified FanCash balance across all products, adapting the experience based on their location.
Giuseppe Cipriani has announced a new target opening of October 2027 for the Hotel Casino San Rafael in Punta del Este, Uruguay, following the resolution of a construction dispute. The luxury resort and casino project, which is significant for Uruguay's tourism and gaming industry, is now back on track after delays.
Antonio Eduardo Tabanelli is acquiring the entire stake of his sister, Rosana Beatriz Martina Tabanelli, in Boldt, a prominent Argentine gaming conglomerate. This move will end the siblings' near-even ownership split, resulting in a significant ownership shake-up for the company.
Lottomatica Group and Cirsa Enterprises are merging in a deal that will see Cirsa absorbed by Lottomatica, creating what they claim will be the world's second-largest gaming company with pro forma Adjusted EBITDA of €2bn. This significant M&A move will reshape the European iGaming landscape.
BetMakers reported an 8.8% year-on-year revenue increase to AU$92.6m and a 205% EBITDA rise for FY26, despite operating in a turbulent Australian market facing political scrutiny. The company's financial results are announced amidst a proposed takeover bid from Tabcorp, adding a significant M&A dimension to its current operations.
Lottomatica, an Italian iGaming and sports betting operator, has agreed to merge with Spanish gaming giant Cirsa, creating what is projected to be the second-largest listed global operator. The deal values Cirsa at six times its expected 2026 EBITDA of €800 million, signaling a major consolidation in the European market.
Mozzartbet Group will cease operating its international Mozzart.com brand under its Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) license from 1 October 2026. The company confirmed this strategic decision, which will see Mozzartbet Malta Limited discontinue its MGA-licensed operations established in 2019.
Kambi has unveiled a new brand identity and strategic positioning, 'Powerful Network. Proven Edge.', emphasizing AI and data to navigate the evolving sports betting landscape. This rebrand highlights Kambi's extensive network of over 70 partners and aims to future-proof its offerings amid the growth of AI and bet builders.
GoldenRace has partnered with African operator Bwinners to expand its virtual sports and betting solutions across six key African markets, including Senegal, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. This agreement aims to leverage Bwinners' established operational presence to deliver GoldenRace's virtual gaming content to a broader audience on the continent.
Lottomatica Group plans to merge with Cirsa Enterprises through an all-share transaction, as detailed in a prospectus issued to Borsa Milan investors. This significant deal aims to create outright market leadership for the combined entity in both Italy and Spain. The transaction will enhance the platform for accelerated growth.
Lottomatica Group announced its intention to merge with CIRSA Enterprises through an all-share transaction, as detailed in a prospectus issued to Borsa Milan investors. This deal aims to combine the businesses to establish market leadership in Italy and Spain.
Aristocrat, a leading gaming technology company, has issued an update regarding a buy-back program. This indicates a financial maneuver designed to repurchase its own shares, often aimed at boosting shareholder value or consolidating ownership.
Merkur Casinos is set to acquire 95% of French operator Casigrangi, which owns the Stelsia casino brand, from GPG Groupe Philippe Ginestet and DOFA for approximately €31.5 million. This acquisition, involving seven French casinos, is expected to trigger a full takeover of Société Française de Casinos. The deal significantly expands Merkur's footprint in the French land-based casino market.
Alea is set to launch a new sportsbook solution, expanding its product offering to become a complete iGaming betting company. CEO Alex Tomic emphasized the necessity of a unified casino and sportsbook offering to remain competitive in the modern industry.
The Oneida Indian Nation has completed a $400 million expansion of its Turning Stone Resort Casino, transforming it into New York’s largest meetings and conventions resort. The project adds substantial event space, hotel rooms, and amenities, positioning the resort as a major destination for large-scale events.
Bally's Intralot reported adjusted net debt exceeding €1.6bn in H1 2026, an increase of €135m year-over-year. This significant debt figure comes as the company proceeds with its acquisition of Evoke, parent company of William Hill and Mr Green.
Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. has provided an update regarding its ongoing share buy-back program. This is a routine financial operation for a publicly traded company to manage its capital structure.
The article explores the burgeoning potential of prediction markets for risk hedging within the iGaming and betting industry. Tom Waterhouse highlights the commercial opportunity to develop the necessary infrastructure, including underwriting and distribution, to transform these contracts into effective risk management tools.
HIT Group has reopened its six Slovenian casinos after successfully restoring information systems impacted by a cyberattack that occurred between August 24-25. The incident forced the temporary closure of properties including Perla and Park, though hotels continued with limited services. The swift resolution allowed for a quick return to operations.
Caesars Entertainment shareholders are scheduled to vote in September on Tilman Fertitta's bid to acquire the casino giant and take it private. This proposed acquisition represents a significant change in ownership and operational structure for one of the industry's leading operators.
WarHorse Gaming has commenced construction on a new $100 million casino and hotel in South Sioux City, Nebraska, adjacent to the Atokad Downs racetrack. The venue is planned to feature 600 slot machines, 16 table games, and both live and simulcast racing.
Nevada's casinos achieved their eighth-highest monthly Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) ever in July, totaling $1.38 billion, driven by a 24 percent surge in table gaming. This figure marks a 2.1 percent increase compared to July of the previous year (assuming 2022, as 2025 is a typo in the source material) and represents the best table gaming month of the year so far for the state's 453 casinos.
Global online sports betting and gaming giant bet365 has officially launched its sportsbook and casino offerings in West Virginia. This marks the company's 18th state entry in the US, continuing its strategic expansion across North America.