Bally’s Intralot reported a 250% surge in Q3 revenue alongside an update on its pending acquisition of William Hill owner evoke. The operator confirmed the transaction will not close this year, as ongoing regulatory approvals are now expected to conclude in Q1 2027.
Playtech has cited market strength in the US, Colombia, and Mexico as buffers against recent Q3 trading headwinds from higher UK taxes and online gambling restrictions in Brazil. The London-listed technology supplier informed markets that it now expects to achieve adjusted EBITDA of €300m for 2026. The upgraded outlook reflects confidence in its expanding Americas footprint despite regulatory pressures in other key regions.
SBC News is providing live coverage from Berlin for the Gaming in Germany 2026 conference to report on the latest developments across the German gambling sector. The event evaluates the market's progress following an extended period of regulatory reviews and challenges to the licensing regime. Additional insights regarding the country's commercial performance and regulatory outlook are expected to emerge from the sessions.
The UK Gambling Commission has launched an enforcement campaign aimed at eliminating unlicensed betting operations, warning black market operators that it will actively target their businesses and revenue. Announced at the start of Illegal Gambling Awareness Week, the initiative also serves as a response to critics questioning the regulator's oversight of the illegal market.
A newly established entity, the Gambling Policy Commission (GPC), has launched with the objective of conducting an independent review of the UK's 2005 Gambling Act. Although it is not an official government body, the commission advocates for significant legislative upgrades to the British gambling sector. Attention is now focused on whether the self-appointed group will find favour and influence regulatory policy under the Labour government.
Entain has partnered with several horse racing organisations to launch The Festive Four, a new four-day racing programme scheduled across the Christmas period. The initiative aims to spotlight major fixtures in the racing calendar at a time when other operators have reduced their investments in the sport.
The Irish government has confirmed it is engaged in active discussions regarding the introduction of a strict watershed regime for gambling advertisements. While an official implementation date has not yet been established, officials indicated that the timeslot restrictions will advance as soon as feasible.
Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court has suspended ongoing legal proceedings surrounding President Lula da Silva’s federal ban on online betting pending a definitive ruling on the measure's constitutionality. Justice Luiz Fux approved an appeal from Prosecutor-General Paulo Gonet, which aims to eliminate divergent lower-court decisions that had granted betting permissions to certain operators. All related bilateral legal challenges will remain paused until the court issues its final judgment.
Lithuania's incoming coalition government has agreed in principle to implement a progressive gambling tax system by 2028. The planned fiscal reset, negotiated under Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius, is designed to optimize state revenues collected from the gaming industry.
The UK government has allocated over £39m in funding from the statutory levy on gambling harms via the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities. While major support organizations such as GamCare secured significant grants, the distribution of funds has prompted sector controversy.
The British Horseracing Authority has issued a warning over black-market expansion following an IFHA report showing a seven-fold increase in traffic to illegal bookmakers. The findings, based on an analysis of 301 betting websites, highlight escalating competition from unlicensed operators in the UK racing sector.
Super Group's flagship brand Betway has renewed its Spanish online gambling licence, extending its market authorisation until the end of 2029. The license extension was confirmed by Spain's regulatory authority, the Directorate General of the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ).
Recent UK Gambling Commission research indicates that consumer participation in illegal, offshore gambling remains generally low. However, the regulator noted that a complete assessment of the black market depends on tracking the total volume of money staked rather than just player headcounts. The findings stem from the Commission's ongoing, year-long study into unregulated gambling activity.
Gambling blocking software provider Gamban has announced that it will return to offering free services in England, following a similar move in Wales earlier this year. The transition comes as UK safer gambling and player protection organizations navigate structural adjustments tied to the government's statutory gambling harms framework.
The French Competition Authority has approved Banijay Group's acquisition of JOA Group, clearing the way for the media firm's expansion into France's land-based casino market. The regulatory green light follows Banijay's initial takeover agreement reached in July.
Inspired Entertainment reported Q3 growth across its UK business, demonstrating operational resilience seven months after an increase in Remote Gaming Duty. The B2B technology provider managed to maintain momentum in the market despite the higher tax burden.
Italian communications authority AGCOM has issued a final call for stakeholder feedback on proposed updates to the country's gambling advertising regulations. The consultation focuses on establishing cumulative conditions that would permit certain brand-linked informational activities to fall outside Italy’s advertising ban.
The UK Financial Ombudsman Service has ordered Santander to refund thousands of pounds in gambling losses incurred by a customer using offshore operators. The decision highlights the growing regulatory and financial liabilities facing UK banks regarding their monitoring of transactions related to unlicensed gambling.
Betfred has withdrawn its sponsorship support for the British Classics horse racing meetings as part of an ongoing reduction in its sports marketing budget. The move follows the conclusion of the operator's nine-year partnership with British rugby league's Super League in September.
Vilnius-headquartered operator 7bet has expanded its portfolio by launching prediction markets across Latvia and Lithuania. The new product enables players in both Baltic markets to trade event contracts across politics, elections, weather, and entertainment news.
Genius Sports has increased its 2026 revenue forecast to surpass $1bn, alongside higher EBITDA projections, following third-quarter partnerships with major prediction market operators. The company is actively working to narrow its net loss, which reached $147.9m year-to-date in Q3. The revised outlook reflects accelerating commercial momentum heading into the medium term.
Canada's regulated iGaming landscape is poised for further provincial expansion, driven by policy shifts and strong regional performance. Quebec's newly elected government supports market regulation, while Alberta's launch is showing higher per-capita engagement than Ontario. These regional developments signal potential long-term growth across the broader Canadian market.
Allwyn UK has announced a major restructuring of its leadership team, placing a primary focus on how it oversees technology operations. The management overhaul coincides with an executive transition in the company's Chief Executive Officer role.
Raketech has identified Sweden, Denmark, and Italy as primary target markets for future investment while maintaining strict budget controls under its ongoing cost-reduction programme. The Malta-based affiliate network is refocusing its capital deployment following several consecutive quarters of declining revenues.
A three-day Supreme Federal Court hearing regarding President Lula da Silva’s proposed online betting ban highlighted deep divisions across Brazilian commerce, society, and athletics. While concerns over household debt drove support for restrictions, major sports stakeholders, including domestic football bodies and the Olympic Commission, voiced sharp opposition.