North Carolina has released its August 2026 sports wagering revenue report. During this month, account holders in the state wagered over $520 million on sporting events. They subsequently won approximately $467.7 million from these bets.
PIN-UP Partners has analyzed the iGaming markets in Mexico and Chile, detailing their respective landscapes. The report highlights why both Latin American markets are currently drawing significant interest from affiliates.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has initiated a campaign titled 'Back Our Betting Shops'. The industry body argues that additional tax increases could jeopardize thousands of jobs and businesses in Britain's betting shop sector.
Circa Sports has designated Survivor Sweat as the official marketplace for entries into its football contests. This platform allows participants to sell portions of their Circa Sports Football contest entries, and buyers to purchase them.
St8 has observed a significant increase in operator utilization of agentic AI within its platform. Over nine weeks, St8's MCP integration processed more than 7,000 queries, with weekly usage growing by 55%.
Over 60 startup iGaming operators have selected Optimove Ignite+ for their operations. This service provides operators with OptiStart predictive analytics, professional services, and a dedicated CRM expert from launch.
Tonybet will sponsor the Brampton Blitz men's cricket team. This sponsorship precedes the second Canada Super60 tournament, scheduled to take place at BC Place in Vancouver from September 29 to October 4.
White Hat Gaming has appointed Leon Thomas as its new Chief Commercial Officer. Thomas brings over 20 years of experience in the global gaming industry, having held senior positions at companies such as Hard Rock Digital, Entain, and tombola.
Century Casinos announced the sale of the racing and gaming operations for its Century Mile and Century Downs Racetracks. Highfield Investment Group will acquire these assets for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $16.4 million.
IGT introduced a new brand identity at the 2026 Global Gaming Expo, emphasizing its focus on both players and operators. The refreshed brand reflects the company's commitment to delivering player-centric experiences while providing value to its operational partners.
Hard Rock Casino Tejon has appointed Mike Bean as its new Property President. Bean brings over 30 years of gaming and hospitality experience, with significant leadership roles in tribal gaming enterprises.
Massachusetts' three licensed casinos – Plainridge Park, MGM Springfield, and Encore Boston Harbor – collectively reported approximately $101.92 million in gross gaming revenue for August 2026. This figure encompasses revenue generated from both casino and sports wagering operations across the properties.
New York State has filed a lawsuit against Polymarket, alleging it operates as an illegal gambling business. Separately, Caesars Entertainment shareholders have approved the acquisition of Fertitta Entertainment. These events represent significant legal and M&A developments within the industry.
Danske Spil has successfully gone live with EveryMatrix's casino platform technology. This launch integrates EveryMatrix's comprehensive platform, including its gamification and engagement tools. The deployment is designed to enhance Danske Spil's customer experience and content offerings.
BetMGM has launched a new sportsbook concept at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, featuring a cabana-style, poolside betting window. Located at the Tailgate Beach Club, this facility provides guests with an in-person outdoor wagering experience. This offering integrates sports betting with resort leisure amenities.
Wazdan has partnered with Games Valley to expand its content distribution network. This collaboration will make Wazdan's portfolio of games available to Games Valley's growing operator network and player base. The agreement aims to increase Wazdan's market reach in key jurisdictions.
Tribal gaming leaders are scheduled to address the topic of prediction markets during a featured session at G2E. The discussion will cover tribal sovereignty and strategies to protect the tribal gaming market from potential impacts of prediction market operations. This highlights growing concerns within the tribal gaming sector regarding market integrity.
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James have initiated legal action against Polymarket. The lawsuit alleges that Polymarket's prediction market platform operates as an unlicensed gambling business within the state. This marks a significant regulatory challenge to prediction market platforms in the US.
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Ksa) has issued new guidance regarding account closures for online gambling operators. The Ksa emphasizes that it must be as straightforward as possible for players to close their accounts upon request. This directive aims to enhance player protection and control over their gambling activity.
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has suspended the operating license of Targetlocal, trading as Ken Howell's Sports betting. This suspension follows inquiries that identified significant anti-money laundering (AML) failings within the company. The action underscores the UKGC's strict enforcement of AML compliance.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is imposing restrictions on 'mention market' contracts within prediction markets. The CFTC is clarifying when event contracts, particularly those based on personal statements or interactions, are permissible. This move aims to regulate the expanding prediction market landscape and mitigate associated risks.
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) released a statement from its Board President addressing the potential for gambling-related harm from the growing prediction markets. The NCPG is developing a strategic approach to mitigate these risks and advocate for consumer protection. This highlights increasing concern over the responsible growth of this market segment.
Press Box PR is expanding its operations into African markets. The agency will provide interviews, commentary, thought leadership, and digital PR campaigns. These services will be specifically tailored for African audiences within the betting industry.
FX1 and Twenty First Group have partnered to enhance combat sports betting offerings. This collaboration combines FX1's data and AI capabilities with Twenty First Group's pricing and line-making expertise. The aim is to deliver more comprehensive pre-fight and live in-play markets for combat sports.
The Circa Survivor contest saw a significant reduction in entries after Week 2, with fewer than 9,000 remaining. Over 8,000 entries were eliminated in Week 2 due to upsets, following a similar pattern in Week 1.