EveryMatrix has received conditional licensing approval from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC), allowing the company to offer its iGaming technology in Alberta, Canada. This move signifies Alberta becoming Canada's second regulated iGaming territory after Ontario and marks a further expansion for EveryMatrix in North America.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, expanded to 48 teams and 104 matches across three North American countries, will present an unprecedented customer acquisition opportunity for sportsbooks. This expanded format will demand a more flexible, longer, and operationally complex marketing cycle for operators. Nikolaus Beier, SVP, emphasizes the need for adaptability.
This article discusses how gambling operators like 1xBet leverage sponsorships with major sports institutions for brand awareness. It emphasizes the importance of responsible sports marketing practices within the iGaming industry.
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) and the Chilean Association of Online Betting Platforms (aPAL) have signed an MoU to collaborate on developing effective and sustainable online betting regulations in Chile. This partnership merges IBIA's global integrity expertise with aPAL's local industry understanding to promote a responsible betting environment.
Bally's Corp. reported a significant 28.3% year-over-year revenue increase to $755.7 million in its first quarter, driven by growth across its divisions, including casino resorts, Bally's Intralot, and US iGaming. The acquisition of Queen properties also contributed to this substantial rise.
Senator Irajá Abreu, rapporteur for Brazil's casino legalisation bill (2234/2022), advocated for its approval at an investment forum in New York. He argued that legalizing casinos would unlock Brazil's tourism potential, attract investment, and stimulate the hospitality sector.
Dominican Republic casino and slot-hall operators are facing new strict anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, requiring them to file sworn suitability declarations with the Casino and Gambling Directorate. The External Circular MHE-2026-011897, based on Resolution 161-2026, set a 14 May 2026 deadline for these filings, impacting all regulated gambling establishments.
Ecuador's Attorney General, Juan Carlos Larrea Valencia, has unequivocally upheld the nation's comprehensive ban on gambling, explicitly prohibiting casinos and gaming halls for both commercial and charitable purposes. This ruling, detailed in Official Letter 16528, solidifies the country's stance against any form of gambling operations.
Mexico's Congress is pushing for greater transparency in the gambling sector, with a draft resolution introduced to compel the Interior Ministry to publish an open-data register of all casino, sportsbook, and online betting permits. This move aims to make information on authorized gambling operations publicly accessible.
The UK Gambling Act review, while described as evolutionary, presents significant commercial changes for land-based casinos and their suppliers. Key reforms, especially the increase in machine allowances, are impacting the sector's growth potential.
The French gambling authority ANJ has developed a new algorithm indicating that 600,000 French players are at high risk of excessive gambling. This finding reinforces the ANJ's commitment to prioritizing the reduction of problematic gambling within its regulatory framework.
Hacksaw Gaming has partnered with Swiss Casinos, Switzerland's largest casino group, to integrate its slot portfolio into swisscasinos.ch. This deal expands Hacksaw's reach within the Swiss online gambling market and enhances Swiss Casinos' game offerings.
PAGCOR, the Philippine casino operator and regulator, reported a 15.9% decline in first-quarter earnings to US$1.42bn. This decrease was primarily attributed to new regulations impacting its E-Games segment, which saw a 22.4% revenue drop to US$647m.
Betano has been named an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026 for Europe and South America, partnering with FIFA through its parent company Kaizen Gaming. This sponsorship will offer fans exclusive experiences and opportunities for responsible engagement with the matches.
Australian regulators are increasing their scrutiny of how artificial intelligence is being used in the online gambling industry, particularly concerning wagering operations, player engagement, and responsible gambling systems. This intensified focus follows a report by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) on AI and interactive gambling.
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has launched a nationwide legal offensive against states restricting prediction markets, arguing that sports-event contracts are financial products, not gambling wagers. This escalation signals a significant federal push to define the regulatory landscape for prediction markets across the United States.
Incentive Games, a B2B games provider, has received an interim gaming license from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. This approval allows the company to offer its real-money gaming products to licensed operators within the state, opening a new market for its services.
Bragg Gaming Group has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Drayton International, a gaming technology and content platform. This acquisition will add over 100 developed titles from five studios and proprietary game mechanics to Bragg's portfolio, accelerating its 'games-first' strategy.
Okada Manila experienced a 16% year-on-year decline in casino gross gaming revenue (GGR) for Q1 2026, totaling $108 million. In response to this decline, attributed partly to rising fuel costs affecting in-person gaming, the integrated resort plans to intensify its focus on online gaming services.
Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) has successfully completed the integration and customer transition of VizExplorer onto its QCI Enterprise Platform, less than a year after acquiring VizExplorer in July 2023. This milestone unifies operations and customers under a single AI-driven operational intelligence platform for the gaming and hospitality industries.
Groupe Partouche has opened a new €100 million casino club in Paris, the Partouche Casino Club, located near the Arc de Triomphe. The expansive 8,500 sqm venue features 80 gaming tables across 5,000 sqm dedicated to gaming.
The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR) warns that Brazil's illegal betting market is undermining the goals of the government's Desenrola 2.0 program, impacting consumer protection and public finances. Despite the growth of the regulated sector, illegal operators continue to pose a significant threat.
Zitro has expanded its U.S. presence by entering the Pennsylvania market with its first installation at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia. This marks a significant step in the company's strategy to grow within regulated American jurisdictions.
DATA.BET reports substantial growth in esports betting for Q1 2026, with Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) nearly doubling and turnover increasing by 70.6%. This solidifies the continued upward trend of the esports vertical, confirming growing player interest in niche tournaments.
Sportingtech has received B2B certification from MINCETUR for the Peruvian market, validating its platform's functional and integration requirements. This approval marks a significant step in the company's expansion into regulated Latin American jurisdictions.