The National Basketball Association has established a formal framework for league-related prediction markets, naming Kalshi and Polymarket as its preferred partners. As part of the initiative, the NBA also entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has announced its inaugural Illegal Gambling Awareness Week, scheduled to take place from 9–13 November 2026. The coordinated campaign aims to educate consumers on the risks of unlicensed operators and encourage players to verify jurisdictional licensing. It represents the first international initiative of its kind focused on illegal online gambling awareness.
Boyd Gaming reported third-quarter 2026 revenues of $990.5 million, down from $1.0 billion in the prior-year period. The decline was driven by reduced visitation within its Las Vegas destination segment, which weighed on gaming volumes at the Orleans Casino.
Gaming Corps has entered into a content partnership with Finland's state-owned operator, Veikkaus. The agreement will integrate Gaming Corps' slots portfolio onto the platform as the market prepares for its transition to a competitive licensing model in 2027.
Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit has officially launched the first phase of its $705 million casino project, featuring 1,300 slot machines and 33 table games. Subsequent phases of the 240,000-square-foot development will include a 312-room hotel and a 2,000-seat conference facility.
Octoplay has earned the top spot in the EILERS-FANTINI U.S. overall supplier ranking for the sixth consecutive month. The milestone follows the company's expansion across New Jersey and integrations with major operators, including BetMGM, Rush Street Interactive, Hard Rock Bet, and bet365.
Sportsbook provider Altenar is powering Wildz Group's launch into Finland's newly regulated online gambling market. The move builds on a partnership established in 2024 to support the Malta-based operator's expansion beyond a casino-centric model, following Wildz becoming the first operator to announce receiving a Finnish online gambling license.
Midnite has extended its partnership with the World Snooker Tour, becoming the official UK betting and casino partner across all three Triple Crown events. Under the expanded agreement, the operator adds the UK Championship to its existing sponsorships of the World Snooker Championship and the Masters.
BetMGM has agreed to a one-year extension of its partnership with the National Football League, maintaining its status as an Official Sports Betting Partner in Canada. Building on an agreement established in 2022, the renewal grants the operator continued rights to NFL intellectual property, brand activations, and fan experiences.
Las Vegas Sands experienced a decline in third-quarter financial results driven by softness in the high-end customer segment across Macau and Singapore. Despite the VIP slowdown, the operator saw revenue gains across all Macau segments, lifting its mass gaming market share to a three-year high of 26.1%.
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement and the Attorney General's office have officially codified data-driven responsible gaming mandates into state regulations. Under the rules, all licensed online operators must appoint a responsible gaming lead to oversee behavioral triggers and mandatory play thresholds.
Casinos Austria has confirmed that Andreas Bierwirth will succeed Erwin van Lambaart as CEO of both Casinos Austria AG and Österreichische Lotterien GesmbH. The appointment follows Van Lambaart's decision not to seek an extension to his five-year contract, which concludes in March 2027.
Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR) has initiated a 15-day public consultation regarding proposed amendments to online gambling and sports betting regulations. Announced through Ministerial Resolution No. 382-2026-MINCETUR, the draft supreme decree aims to modify the operational rules governing the country's gaming law.
FDJ UNITED generated gross gaming revenue of €6,264m and total revenue of €2,576m over the first nine months of 2026, down 2.8% and 5.6% respectively. The performance was pressured by tax increases and broader unfavorable economic conditions across its operating footprint. Consequently, the company revised its full-year guidance to project low-single-digit GGR declines, mid-single-digit revenue drops, and an EBITDA margin of 23%.
Encore Boston Harbor generated $46.1m in gaming revenue in September, marking its lowest monthly GGR since February 2021, according to data from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. The figure represents a 22% decline compared to the same month in 2025. Union representatives from UNITE HERE Local 26 noted that ongoing strike actions substantially contributed to the downtown property's performance drop.
Chickasaw Nation-owned Global Gaming Solutions has acquired 100% of Wyoming Horse Racing through its subsidiary, Global Gaming WY. The transaction includes the transfer of 13 Horse Palace Gaming and off-track betting properties located throughout the state. The acquisition further expands the tribal gaming entity's footprint into the regional pari-mutuel and gaming market.
The Tejon Indian Tribe and Hard Rock International have broken ground on a $725m expansion project at Hard Rock Casino Tejon in Kern County. The development will convert the property into a full-scale resort featuring a 406-room hotel, 900 additional slot machines, dining venues, and a spa. The project marks the next phase of the tribe's major commercial gaming partnership.
High Roller Technologies has officially launched ROLR, its real-money prediction markets platform, marking its entry into the US prediction markets vertical. The platform is now live for eligible domestic users following an invitation-only beta testing period that began in mid-September. The company anticipates that the new operations will begin generating revenue during the current fiscal period.
SkyCity Entertainment Group has stated it would consider acquisition proposals for its entire portfolio as an alternative to its current growth strategy. The consideration follows subdued trading conditions across New Zealand and Australia and encompasses key assets, including its flagship Auckland property, the Sky Tower, and venues in Hamilton and Adelaide.
Utah Attorney General Derek Brown has filed a lawsuit against prediction market operator Kalshi, aiming to halt its operations in the state and recover damages. The state argues that Kalshi's event contracts constitute illegal gambling that is functionally indistinguishable from traditional sportsbook wagering.
The Arizona Department of Gaming's Division of Racing has suspended the teletrack permit for Turf Paradise Racecourse, operating under Skyfall 7, LLC, effective October 16. The regulatory action was taken due to a lack of staff necessary to properly support pari-mutuel wagering operations. Regulators cited the need to protect the public and maintain the integrity of the state's racing and betting industry.
Buenos Aires provincial senator Federico Fagioli has introduced legislation to prohibit online sports betting and casino games in the province. Dubbed the 'Ley Lula,' the bill proposes to repeal articles 146 to 173 of Law 15,079, thereby dismantling the current licensing framework. If approved, the measure would eliminate the legal authorization for regulated iGaming operations across the jurisdiction.
Brightstar Lottery subsidiary Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation has signed a two-year contract extension with the New York State Gaming Commission. The agreement extends the company's provision of core lottery technology and related services for the New York Lottery. Brightstar has supplied the lottery's central operating system since 1986.
Mexican gaming association AIEJA has established a four-pillar framework focusing on regulation, prevention, education, and technology as part of its push for a fully regulated market. The trade body is advocating for broad collaboration among regulatory authorities, mental health specialists, civil society, and operators. The agenda aims to ensure betting remains a safe leisure activity with standard responsible gaming safeguards.
Erwin van Lambaart is set to depart his role as CEO of Casinos Austria when his contract expires in March 2027. Van Lambaart has served as chief executive of the Austrian operator since 2022, following his tenure as CEO of Holland Casino. The executive departure has been confirmed through Austrian media reports.