Hollywood Casino Aurora, Illinois, saw significant success in its first full month operating as a land-based venue, becoming the state's third-highest earner in July. The move from its former riverboat location to a $360 million landside facility nearly doubled its business, showing substantial increases in revenue and footfall.
FeedConstruct has secured exclusive worldwide data and live streaming rights for various World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) events, including the World Cup Group Stage, qualifiers, and U-23 Baseball World Cup. This partnership positions FeedConstruct as the sole provider of official WBSC baseball data for these competitions.
Tabcorp Holdings is set to acquire BetMakers Technology Group for $267 million, a move aimed at modernizing Tabcorp's wagering technology stack. This acquisition seeks to leverage BetMakers' recent successful tech transformation.
Century Casinos reported record revenues of $152 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $31.7 million in Q2, representing increases of one and five percent respectively compared to the previous year. This growth was primarily driven by the performance of 'The Nugget,' despite startup costs impacting their Polish operations.
FeedConstruct has secured exclusive global betting rights for the Malta Premier League, including worldwide video streaming rights for all matches. The deal also grants FeedConstruct non-exclusive official data coverage, which will become fully exclusive after the initial year.
The Danish Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden, has opened the application process for land-based casino licenses, which will be valid for up to 10 years. Operators have until November 3, 2026, to submit their applications.
Bulgaria is implementing a new licensing regime for gambling affiliates who operate on a performance-based commission model, effective September 1, 2026. Affiliates currently operating in Bulgaria must apply for a license under these new regulations.
North Macedonia has passed a new law transferring the exclusive right to organize online gambling to a state-owned company, effective January 1, 2027. This legislation, approved on June 29, will fundamentally restructure the country's online gambling market.
Chile's gambling regulator, Superintendencia de Casinos de Juego, is experiencing significant leadership vacancies as the country prepares to pass a bill that would expand the regulator's oversight to include online betting platforms. This turnover, including the recent departure of Superintendent Vivien Villagrán, comes at a critical time for the Chilean iGaming industry.
Chile's land-based casinos are experiencing a significant decline in revenue, prompting them to advocate for the regulation of online betting. This move signals a shift in the industry's stance, likely driven by the potential for new revenue streams and a more level playing field.
Fabíola Esteves, president of LOTERJ, emphasized the need for regulations to keep pace with technological advancements in the betting market to balance innovation, legal certainty, and consumer protection. She highlighted this during a panel at Rio Innovation Week, underscoring the challenges of regulating a rapidly evolving industry.
Brazil was the world's fifth-largest online betting market in 2025, with an estimated $4.1 billion in turnover and 25 million users on licensed platforms. This data from Regulus Partners and Sigap highlights the significant growth and scale of the Brazilian iGaming market.
Brazilian football clubs in Série A and B will soon be evaluated on a new ESG index (IBSF), which specifically incorporates their commercial relationships with sports betting operators as a key assessment factor. This initiative highlights a growing scrutiny of betting partnerships within sports in Brazil.
Chilean payments fintech ProntoPaga plans to enter the Argentine market this semester, targeting the country's leading betting and gaming operators. The company aims for a Mexico launch in the first half of 2027, with the goal of reaching $10 billion in payment volume through its expansion.
DATA.BET has partnered with Hollywoodbets, a major South African betting operator, to provide a comprehensive esports betting solution. This deal includes an odds feed, streaming, and risk management, expanding esports betting options in the South African market.
Full House Resorts reported a 5.6% increase in Q2 2026 revenues, reaching $78.1 million, driven by strong performance at its American Place and Chamonix casino resorts. American Place notably achieved new all-time revenue records during the quarter, contributing to an adjusted EBITDA of $13.3 million.
PENN Entertainment announced record-breaking second-quarter revenues for nine of its land-based casino properties, driven by four development projects. The company's land-based operations generated $1.5 billion, while its online gaming arm, Hollywood iCasino, also achieved a new revenue high of $349.4 million.
A Brazilian federal deputy has introduced a bill (PL 4853/2026) to repeal Law 14.790/2023, which regulates fixed-odds betting, and ban online gambling nationwide. This move represents a significant attempt to reverse Brazil's recent gambling liberalization efforts. The proposal could severely impact the nascent regulated betting market in Brazil.
A proposal to introduce full-scale casinos at New Jersey's Meadowlands and Monmouth Park racetracks has missed the deadline for the November 2026 ballot. This delay means the earliest a voter referendum on the issue could occur is November 2027, impacting efforts to prevent gaming spend from shifting to new New York City casinos.
Holland Casino's online gambling license has been extended for five years by the Dutch Gaming Authority, effective October 1, 2026. This extension underscores confidence in their responsible online gaming operations within the Dutch regulatory framework.
Booming Games highlights its long-standing presence in the South African market and discusses the significant changes observed in the territory and player expectations as it rapidly grows. This reflects on the evolving landscape of one of the iGaming industry's fastest-growing regions.
Austria's Ministry of Finance has submitted its planned Gambling Act to the European Commission for review, initiating a three-month standstill period. This marks a crucial step towards implementing new gambling legislation in the country, which may include dividing casino licenses into two packages.
DAZN Bet has expanded its North American presence by launching in the regulated Canadian provinces of Ontario and Alberta. This expansion utilizes Altenar's sportsbook platform and follows DAZN Bet's prior entry into the Austrian market.
Stakelogic has announced its entry into the regulated Brazilian market, making its portfolio of slot games available to locally licensed operators. This move expands Stakelogic's presence into Latin America's largest regulated market.
The article discusses the rapid evolution and growing investor interest in prediction markets, drawing parallels to the post-PASPA expansion of sports betting. Recent acquisitions in the sector indicate a significant shift in how major operators and investors view its potential.