Pennsylvania saw an 18% increase in self-exclusions during the last fiscal year, intensifying problem gambling concerns. Over 30,000 individuals are now voluntarily excluded from one or more forms of gambling. This trend extends a sharp rise observed since the state's first online casino launched in 2019.
theScore Bet, part of PENN Entertainment, has secured a multi-year agreement to become an official NFL partner in Canada for both sportsbook and iCasino. This deal grants the operator access to NFL intellectual property, trademarks, and advertising rights. The partnership encompasses PENN's entire Canadian iGaming portfolio.
Dr. Jaime Vives Pinedo has officially taken office as president of Coljuegos, Colombia’s state-owned enterprise overseeing games of chance and gambling. His appointment was announced in August, and he holds a degree in Business Administration and a specialization in Senior Management.
Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) has blocked 50 unauthorized remote gaming and sports betting platforms. These platforms were operating without the required authorization, bringing the total number of informally operating platforms blocked to 86.
SBC has extended its agreement with Lisbon to host the SBC Summit through 2030. This deal with Turismo de Portugal, the Municipality of Lisbon, and Lisboa FCE covers the 2028, 2029, and 2030 editions, building on the previously confirmed 2027 event.
Maine gambling regulators are actively monitoring the use of artificial intelligence by sports betting operators, as scrutiny over AI's role in promotional targeting increases across states. Currently, Maine lacks specific laws or regulations governing AI use by betting companies.
UK Gambling Minister Vicky Foxcroft announced that a consultation on revoking the “aim to permit” licensing objective will commence shortly. This review could significantly alter gambling licensing policy and potentially supersede existing gambling impact assessments.
New York State and the Seneca Nation are in dispute regarding whether an agreement in principle has been reached on a new gaming compact. While Seneca Nation President J.C. Seneca stated an agreement had been reached, state officials have disputed this claim. The potential deal concerns a gaming compact that could be presented to the state legislature in the spring.
SOFTSWISS hosted an event in Portugal, gathering industry experts to discuss AI, regulation, and future digital growth markets. The event focused on key ideas from the 2027 iGaming Trends Report, with participants from SOFTSWISS, Amazon Web Services, and Google.
Bally's Corp. has finalized a $400 million financing package, led by WhiteHawk Capital Partners, for its planned $4 billion casino in the Bronx, New York. These initial term loans will be allocated towards pre-construction costs and other expenditures for the development, which is anticipated to open by 2030.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has launched Evive, a new mobile app designed to provide an initial point of contact for problem gamblers seeking support. This initiative aims to reach individuals as gambling activity increasingly shifts to mobile platforms.
Brazil's National Congress has extended the deadline for amendments to Provisional Measure No. 1.394/2026, which prohibits online gaming. Lawmakers now have until October 13 to submit further amendments to the measure, which currently has 40 proposals.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated he does not anticipate the National Congress overturning the country's betting platform ban. He acknowledged the measure might not eliminate illegal gambling but expects it to pass congressional scrutiny.
TMX Group, parent company of the Toronto Stock Exchange, is considering expanding into prediction markets in Canada should client demand materialize. The company's CFO, David Arnold, indicated they might replicate prediction market products similar to those pursued by US exchange operator Members Exchange (MEMX).
SkyCity Entertainment Group is continuing discussions regarding a potential sale of the entire company, despite rejecting two prior takeover offers. The New Zealand-listed casino operator stated that previous bids from Oaktree Capital Management and Iris Capital undervalued the business. SkyCity remains open to further sale talks.
BetFury has launched BetFury Futures, a new crypto derivatives product integrated into its platform. This offering allows for a multiplier of up to x1000, combining Bitcoin trading with its proprietary FuryWaves game tool. The product merges crypto market trading and in-house gaming on a single platform.
Maverick Washington LLC has warned that eight of its casinos in Washington state could close by November 30, potentially impacting 850 jobs. This action is part of bankruptcy proceedings, though the company indicates new operators could still take over the properties.
Play'n GO has joined the German Online Casino Association (DOCV) to enhance its engagement with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders in Germany. The casino entertainment provider's membership was unanimously approved by the association.
Polymarket is implementing new user safeguards, including deposit limits, voluntary self-exclusion, and access to mental health resources. These measures are being introduced as the prediction market platform faces increased scrutiny regarding consumer protections and state gambling laws.
PowerPlay has entered Alberta's regulated iGaming market with the launch of its online sportsbook, following provincial authority approvals. This move provides players in Alberta with access to another licensed operator in the regulated framework that opened in July.
A Brazilian federal court has given the government 30 days to clarify how 17 authorized fixed-odds betting operators allegedly contributed to losses incurred by the Unified Health System, or SUS, in a lawsuit seeking reimbursement and at least R$ 1 billion ($190 million) in collective moral damages. Judge Helio Silvio Ourem Campos of the 6th Federal Court of Pernambuco ordered the Attorney General
Macau's casino gross gaming revenue (GGR) declined by 1.2% year-on-year in September, reaching MOP$18.06 billion (US$2.24 billion). This marks the fourth consecutive month of year-on-year GGR decline, though the nine-month revenue remains 3.2% ahead of the previous year.
Nevada casinos recorded $1.27 billion in gaming win for August 2026, marking a 3.1% increase year-over-year. This rise occurred despite a reported decline in Las Vegas visitor numbers during the same period, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
The UK Gambling Commission is implementing a revised compliance framework for land-based gaming machines after a consultation received 1,065 responses. These changes follow a consultation paper launched in January 2025 that covered the Gaming Machine Technical Standards (GMTS), Gaming Machine Testing Strategy, and Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP).
SOFTSWISS has released its 2027 iGaming Trends report, co-authored with WorldGaming, which examines key industry trends. The report focuses on regulation, artificial intelligence, and localization within the iGaming sector.