BoscaSports, an Irish technology company focused on live betting information for racecourses and operators, has acquired UK-based 2DB, a specialist in integrated video streaming and data solutions. This acquisition aims to position the combined entity as a leading provider of LBO display technology.
Wazdan has entered the Austrian iGaming market through a partnership with win2day, the country's sole regulated operator. This collaboration will provide win2day players access to a selection of Wazdan's popular slot titles.
Peter & Sons expanded its presence in the Canadian market by launching its game portfolio with Ellipse Entertainment, a regulated operator in Ontario. This integration makes Peter & Sons' games available to players on Ellipse Entertainment's HighFlyerCasino.com platform.
Brussels has initiated the tender process for its casino concession, with bids due by May 22. The current operator, Casinos Austria International, is expected to re-bid for the license to continue operating the 14,000 m² Viage casino.
Joa Group has opened its 35th casino in France, the 15 million euro Joa Casino Saumur, in Maine-et-Loire. This opening follows new 2023 laws permitting towns with equestrian heritage to host casinos.
Paradise Entertainment is re-evaluating its business strategy after the closure of Casino Kam Pek Paradise, which previously generated 94% of its profits. The company is now exploring expansion into new markets, including the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Laos, Malaysia, Vietnam, and North America.
Grand Korea Leisure (GKL), operator of three foreigner-only casinos in South Korea, aims to increase its casino revenue by 19% to reach US$334 million by 2028. This growth is part of its new Corporate Value Enhancement Plan, signaling ambitious financial targets for the company.
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has formally urged the European Commission to address the increasing issue of fraudulent gambling websites and apps that impersonate licensed operators. This submission is in response to the Commission's call for evidence for its upcoming EU Action Plan on Fighting Online Fraud, aiming to protect European consumers.
Codere, Spain's second-largest gaming and gambling operator, is exploring a potential sale with an estimated market value exceeding €2bn. Investment banks Jefferies and Macquarie Capital are managing the process, with bids expected by mid-May and a potential deal completion by August.
DraftKings, FanDuel, Genius Sports, and the NFL are facing a product liability lawsuit in Pennsylvania. The suit alleges they develop, distribute, and profit from "highly addictive" online sports betting platforms, particularly focusing on in-game micro-betting.
Sportradar has expanded its multi-year partnership with Hard Rock Bet to integrate official data feeds from the PGA TOUR and UFC into the operator’s U.S. sportsbook. The deal introduces advanced betting features, including 3D shot tracking for golf and real-time strike analytics for mixed martial arts. This integration is designed to bolster Hard Rock Bet's in-play wagering offerings and micro-market capabilities through Sportradar’s specialized data products.