Casino operators Dreams and Corporación Meier have met with Viña del Mar Mayor Macarena Ripamonti after an August tender for the city's casino drew zero bids. Because the current municipal casino is licensed to operate through 2028, regulator Superintendencia de Casinos de Juego retains time to restructure the bidding process.
Blueprint Gaming has expanded its presence in South Africa through a new distribution agreement with Supergroup brands Betway and Jackpotcity. The deal provides players nationwide with access to Blueprint's slot portfolio, including its Megaways and Cash Strike titles. The partnership marks a key step in accelerating the supplier's commercial footprint in the jurisdiction.
Wynn Resorts CEO Craig Billings has cautioned Massachusetts state officials that further gaming expansion, including the potential introduction of historical horse racing machines, risks damaging private investments in the state's destination resort casinos. Writing in an op-ed for the Boston Globe, Billings warned that embracing such gaming technologies would destabilize the market dynamics established under the state's original gaming framework.
LCKY Group has finalized its acquisition of Danish brand RoyalCasino after securing all necessary regulatory approvals. The transaction, first agreed upon earlier this year, aims to expand LCKY's market presence across regulated European jurisdictions.
SkillOnNet has advanced to the next stage of New Zealand’s online casino licensing process after being selected as one of 11 successful bidders in a competitive auction. The qualification grants the operator the right to apply for a full license under the country's newly established regulatory framework.
BMM Testlabs has secured approval from the Department of Internal Affairs to provide online gaming testing and certification services in New Zealand. The authorization builds upon the company's existing compliance work within the country's land-based gaming market.
Brazil's Congress has received 99 amendments to the provisional measure banning fixed-odds betting. These amendments propose various alternatives, from restoring a regulated market to permitting sports betting while prohibiting online casino games.
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is leveraging Brazil's prohibition of fixed-odds betting in his appeal to evangelical voters. He frames this ban as a defense of family and Christian values, aiming to reduce an opponent's lead among this demographic ahead of the 25 October presidential run-off.
Two online betting operators in Chile have legally challenged the country's website blocking regime. They allege that gambling and telecommunications authorities exceeded their judicial mandates in implementing website restrictions.
Chile's Senate has extended the deadline for amendments to its online betting bill until October 26. New proposals are emerging that challenge the original plan for a competitive licensing market, indicating a shift towards prohibition.
PAGCOR is targeting a December 2026 launch for a new mobile application designed to help players identify licensed online gaming platforms and avoid illegal gambling sites. The app aims to provide a tool for consumers to verify the legitimacy of online gaming operations.
Station Casinos and the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California are planning an October 28 opening for their new $725 million casino in Madera County. However, ongoing legal challenges from a nearby tribe could still potentially halt the gambling operations.
CT Interactive has expanded its certified game portfolio in Slovakia by securing approval for 10 additional titles from its Diamond Tree Jackpot series. This certification brings their total number of approved games in the Slovakian market to 40, further developing their regional footprint. The newly certified lineup includes titles such as 20 Mega Slot Diamond Tree JP.
The French National Gaming Authority (ANJ) published its semi-annual report on online gaming and sports betting, showing the online market's gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached €1.45bn in H1 2026. This represents an 11 percent increase for the period.
Aristocrat Gaming's first-ever $5 million jackpot was hit at Aria Resort & Casino, marking a significant milestone in high-limit gaming. A Las Vegas resident won the jackpot on a Dragon Link game, highlighting a collaboration between MGM Resorts and Aristocrat Gaming.
Pateplay has officially launched in South Africa through a collaboration with local aggregator Intelligent Gaming. This partnership provides South African players with immediate access to Pateplay's portfolio of slot titles.
The Press Association (PA) is acquiring RAS Technology Holdings to enhance its global racing and sports data betting industry support. This acquisition aims to leverage the expertise of both entities in sports data, technology, and wagering services, complementing PA's existing Podium sports data arm.
BGaming has expanded its presence in Peru through a new partnership with LaFija.com, an emerging online casino and sports betting operator. This collaboration strengthens BGaming's reach within the Latin American market.
Media Troopers is expanding its performance marketing efforts into mainstream media environments. The digital acquisition group is leveraging its technology, data, and audience acquisition expertise for this broader reach.
Kambi Group has secured a multi-year sportsbook partnership with QuinnBet, a UK and Irish operator. Under the agreement, QuinnBet will integrate Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook platform to enhance its online sports betting services.
The state lottery in Entre Ríos, Argentina, is set to introduce Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) and expand into online gaming. This initiative aims to reach a younger audience and support social programs, combating illegal betting.
SAHARA Las Vegas has become the first casino on the Las Vegas Strip to implement cryptocurrency payment options. This was achieved through the deployment of BurraPay's crypto payment platform, designed to meet regulatory compliance standards for the gaming industry.
Aristocrat Interactive's in-house studio, NeoGames Studio, is now powering the Kentucky Lottery with eInstant games under a new five-year agreement. This partnership expands the lottery's digital offering with a range of eInstant content designed to enhance player engagement.
Wazdan has entered the South African market through a partnership with operator Hollywoodbets, facilitated by the Light & Wonder aggregation platform. This collaboration will bring a selection of Wazdan's gaming titles to players in the country.
Amusnet has officially launched its gaming portfolio on Sunbet, Sun International's premier online betting and gaming platform in South Africa. This strategic partnership expands Amusnet's South African footprint by bringing its acclaimed slot catalogue to Sunbet's digital ecosystem.