Week 5 takes out major chunk of Circa Survivor entries
Week 5 of the Circa Survivor contest saw a significant reduction in entries. The Dallas Cowboys' loss to Tampa Bay eliminated 2,554 participants, accounting for 42.8% of the remaining field.
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Rightlander launches Partner Intelligence
Rightlander has launched Partner Intelligence, a new technology solution. This tool provides brands with continuous visibility into the activities of their affiliate partners across various platforms, including websites, social media, networks, and sub-networks.
Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia on track for 2027 opening
Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia is progressing towards its planned 2027 opening. The resort, located in Petersburg, has announced plans for 20 restaurant and bar concepts, including Sports & Social, The Prime Rib, and Luk Fu.
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CFTC proposes new rule for prediction markets
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has proposed a new rule to regulate contracts traded on prediction markets for sports, political events, and weather. This initiative would exclude traditional sports bets and casino games from the CFTC's oversight.
1xBet showcases partnership strategy at SBC Summit 2026
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.
Casino City's Friday Five: Penalties, prediction markets and jackpots edition
Casino City's Friday Five highlighted several key industry developments this week, including Ontario's gaming regulator penalizing TheScore Bet $200,000. Additionally, Kalshi announced partnerships with four tribal nations to launch prediction market applications.
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MGCB issues 33 cease-and-desist letters
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued 33 cease-and-desist letters to offshore gambling operators. These operators were found to be illegally offering online casino games, sweepstakes-style games, and sports betting services to residents within Michigan.
Scout Gaming Group to launch AI-powered live casino platform
Scout Gaming Group plans to launch an AI-powered live casino platform, named Scout AI Casino, later this year. This new platform will offer real-time AI dealers and customizable tables for operators.
Happy Brands Finland launching with Finnplay
Happy Brands Finland plans to launch on Finnplay's Titan platform. The company has submitted its Finnish license application, targeting a market launch when regulation begins in July 2027.
Coinbase agrees to halt sports-related event contracts in Michigan
Coinbase Financial Markets has agreed to cease offering new sports-related event contracts to Michigan customers. The company will also close all existing positions by October 10.
AGCO issues $200,000 penalty to theScore.Bet
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued a $200,000 penalty to Score Media and Gaming (theScore.Bet). This fine was imposed for failing to meet Ontario's player protection standards by presenting cash-out offers that were not honored.
Tonybet launches poker in Canada
Tonybet has launched poker services in Canada, expanding its existing platform which includes sports betting, live casino, and slots. This addition provides Canadian players with a new gaming option within their current accounts.
Stake secures Alberta license
Stake has successfully secured a license to operate in Alberta, Canada. This marks Alberta as the latest addition to Stake's growing footprint in regulated markets, following recent expansion in Europe and Latin America.
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Informa to acquire Clarion Events for �2.24 billion
Informa is set to acquire Clarion Events for £2.24 billion as part of its strategy to expand its B2B Live Events business. This acquisition will involve Informa separating Taylor & Francis from its operations.
Playdoit and QTech strengthen strategic collaboration
Playdoit and QTech have strengthened their strategic collaboration in Mexico. This partnership aims to expand and optimize the online casino content available for players on Playdoit.mx.
Offshore does not have to mean unregulated
Ron Mendelson of Fast Offshore clarified that company registration in offshore jurisdictions does not equate to regulatory approval. He emphasized that operators must consider comprehensive licensing, market access, banking, payments, and ongoing compliance from the outset, rather than assuming offshore means unregulated.
Bally's closes financing for $4 billion Bronx Casino
Bally's has successfully closed financing for its planned $4 billion Bronx casino project. This funding will cover pre-construction and other associated costs for the casino, which is projected to open by 2030.
RMG agrees long-term media rights renewals with British racecourses
RMG has secured long-term media rights renewals with British racecourses. These extensions cover RMG's full media and data rights portfolio, including streaming, direct-to-home broadcasting, terrestrial television, and international betting and non-betting rights.
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Casino City's Friday Five: Gambling ban and deposit limits edition
Casino City's Friday Five edition reports on significant regulatory developments impacting the gambling industry. Brazil has enacted an executive order that bans online betting, while Polymarket has implemented new deposit limits specifically for its U.S. players.
Continent 8 and FuturePath AI launch Future8
Continent 8 and FuturePath AI have partnered to launch Future8, a new solution designed for the iGaming industry. Future8 facilitates the deployment of auditable AI, ensuring compliance, data sovereignty, and operational control for operators.
Polymarket adds deposit limits for US users
Polymarket has added deposit limits for its U.S. users. These limits, including daily, weekly, and monthly caps, are part of a broader implementation of responsible trading tools.
Virginia Lottery releases August 2026 sports wagering activity report
The Virginia Lottery has released its August 2026 sports wagering activity report. In August, account holders in the Commonwealth wagered over $532.2 million and won approximately $481 million from those bets.
ProphetX partners with Plaee
ProphetX has partnered with Plaee to expand its reach. This new technology partnership aims to accelerate the distribution of prediction markets.
House panel probes prediction markets
A House panel is probing prediction markets, with the Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform requesting documents. Hyperliquid Labs, Crypto.com, and Aristotle Exchange were asked to provide information regarding identity verification and insider trading safeguards.
Ocean Casino Resort announces plans for expansion and transformation of The Cove
Ocean Casino Resort announced plans for the expansion and transformation of The Cove. This Atlantic City project involves a $14 million investment, creating an expanded gaming floor, elevated hospitality, and sophisticated new design elements.