Avanti Studios signs deal with bet365
Avanti Studios has secured a deal with bet365 to provide its live casino content, starting with market entry in Spain. This agreement will expand bet365's live casino offerings across multiple jurisdictions.
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BGC launches five-point plan to stop illegal gambling black market
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has introduced a five-point plan aimed at combating the illegal gambling black market. The BGC warns that an unchecked black market jeopardizes player protection and regulatory progress, exposing consumers to increased risks.
SkillOnNet and Konami Online Interactive begin multi-market rollout in Mexico
SkillOnNet has facilitated the launch of Konami Online Interactive's iGaming portfolio in Mexico through its PlayUZU platform. This marks the first step in a multi-market rollout, introducing popular Konami casino titles to Mexican players.
Green Bay Packers and Potawatomi Sportsbook sign multi-year deal
Potawatomi Sportsbook has become the official sportsbook partner of the Green Bay Packers through a new multi-year agreement. This partnership signifies a significant marketing move within the regulated US sports betting market.
New Mexico's Attorney General files lawsuit against Kalshi
New Mexico's Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging the platform is illegally operating as an online sportsbook in the state. The lawsuit claims Kalshi is attempting to circumvent New Mexico gaming laws.
ANJL publishes poll on evangelical voters and betting in Brazil
ANJL, the Brazilian betting trade body, commissioned a poll from Cruz Consulting on evangelical voters' opinions regarding betting in the São Paulo Metropolitan Region. The survey aims to understand the views of this demographic as Brazil finalizes its regulated betting market.
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Chamber committee approves criminal framework for the fight against clandestine betting in Brazil
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies Finance and Taxation Committee unanimously approved PL 4044/2025, a new legal framework aimed at combating clandestine betting. This significant step addresses the country's large unlicensed online betting market.
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Chile's tax authority obliges foreign online betting platforms to pay VAT on Chilean operations
Chile's tax authority has mandated that foreign online betting platforms operating in the country must now pay VAT, a move that is expected to intensify the ongoing debate surrounding the legality of offshore betting markets in Chile. This new resolution, issued on June 2nd, marks a significant step towards regulating these previously untaxed operations.
Two Coppers Casino holds soft opening in Alaska
Two Coppers Casino, operated by the Central Council of the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska, held its soft opening, signifying a major step in the tribe's economic development efforts. This marks the establishment of a new tribal casino and an expansion of the gaming market in Alaska.
Sportradar and Kalshi announce first-of-its-kind data and infrastructure global partnership for prediction markets
Sportradar has entered a multi-year global partnership with Kalshi, a leading prediction market platform. This agreement positions Sportradar as Kalshi's official data and solutions provider, supplying premium sports content and services.
World Lottery Association calls for prediction markets to be treated as 'gambling'
The World Lottery Association (WLA) has published a position paper arguing that prediction markets, which offer financial returns contingent on event outcomes, should be classified and regulated as gambling. The WLA highlights the unregulated expansion of these markets and the potential threats they pose to sports integrity.
Sizekhaya Holdings and GenLot relaunch South Africa’s National Lottery and Sports Pools
Sizekhaya Holdings, in partnership with GenLot, has successfully relaunched South Africa's National Lottery and Sports Pools. GenLot provided a new comprehensive lottery platform supporting both retail and digital operations for the go-live. This represents a significant update to a national lottery system.
DSWV expects almost one billion euros in bets for the 2026 World Cup
The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) forecasts almost one billion euros in sports bets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Germany, making it a pivotal event for the industry. However, the association expresses concern about the growing black market's impact on legal betting revenues.
Ember ignites Delaware North's next chapter in online gaming with New Jersey launch
Delaware North has launched Ember Casino in New Jersey, signifying the initial phase of a comprehensive rebrand for its gaming operations. This move marks the company's first step in establishing a unified online gaming presence, starting with the regulated New Jersey market.
New York Gaming Commission is now responsible for directly distributing casino funds to horse racing
New York's legislature has passed a bill redirecting the mechanism for horse racing industry funding. The New York Gaming Commission will now directly distribute funds, alleviating Resorts World New York City Casino from paying an additional horse racing fund on top of its existing 56% tax rate.
MediaTroopers commits to serving Brazilian regulated market with development of a new local entity
MediaTroopers, a digital marketing and customer acquisition firm, has established a new local entity in Brazil to capitalize on the country's emerging regulated iGaming market. This expansion includes a registered company, front office, and local banking infrastructure to support its operations in the region.
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BurraPay makes history as the first cryptocurrency payments processor to enter America’s regulated gaming market with Circa Resort & Casino
BurraPay has become the first cryptocurrency payments processor to enter America's regulated gaming market, beginning with Circa Resort & Casino in Nevada. This landmark development enables crypto-funded wagers, signaling a significant shift in payment options within the US gambling industry.
Bettormetrics launches first World Cup Trading Performance Benchmark
Bettormetrics has launched the first World Cup Trading Performance Benchmark, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, utilizing analysis of 22 sportsbooks. The initial findings from Europe's Big 5 leagues revealed a significant 12+ percentage point variance in in-play trading performance among leading sportsbooks, indicating diverse strategies and outcomes within the industry.
Wyoming Downs and 307 Horse Racing start construction on $80m casino in Laramie County
Wyoming Downs and 307 Horse Racing have begun construction on an $80 million casino in southern Laramie County, near the Colorado border. Slated to open in spring 2027, the 58,000-square-foot facility will feature 600 historic horse racing machines and simulcast horse wagering.
BETER reaches ninth US state with the acquisition of a Kentucky license
BETER has expanded its US presence to a ninth state after its Setka Cup table tennis and ESportsBattle content received approval and licensing from the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Commission. This allows Kentucky-licensed sports wagering operators to offer BETER's content.
Full House Resorts breaks ground on permanent American Place Casino facility in Waukegan
Full House Resorts has officially begun construction on the $302 million permanent American Place Casino facility in Waukegan. This groundbreaking signifies a major investment and milestone for the property, Waukegan, and Lake County.
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Bally’s Intralot announces the submission of a firm offer for the acquisition of all shares of evoke
Bally's Intralot has made a firm all-share offer to acquire evoke, a company whose brands include William Hill, 888, and Mr Green, for £243.1 million. This acquisition marks a significant consolidation in the online gambling sector.
GeoComply expands multi-year partnership with Caesars Entertainment
GeoComply has renewed and expanded its multi-year partnership with Caesars Entertainment. This agreement will see Caesars integrate GeoComply's digital identity platform more extensively across its online gaming operations to enhance fraud prevention and real-time decision-making.
UNITE HERE says Congress must take immediate action to ban prediction markets to protect jobs
UNITE HERE, the largest union representing US gaming industry workers, is urging Congress to ban prediction markets. The union claims these markets are conducting illegal sports betting, thereby threatening their members' jobs in tribal and commercial casinos.
Codere files investment arbitration against Panama over gaming halls dispute
Codere has filed an international investment arbitration against Panama due to a dispute with the country's gaming regulator regarding the operation of competing gaming halls. This claim, initiated by Codere América, cites the Agreement on the Promotion as its basis.