The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has submitted two event contract rules to the White House for review. This move aims to classify prediction markets as swaps, placing them under federal rather than state gambling oversight.
Wazdan has partnered with Games Valley to expand the distribution of its iGaming content portfolio. This collaboration will integrate Wazdan's games onto Games Valley's platform, making them accessible to a broader network of operators and players. The partnership aims to leverage Games Valley's aggregation approach to enhance market reach.
Georgia has officially moved its International iGaming Licence regime from a pilot phase to full rollout, with initial licensees preparing to go live. Random Systems Georgia (RSG), the regulator, confirmed this transition for a framework launched as a pilot in July 2026. This move aims to attract international gambling businesses to the country.
The Gaming in Spain Conference, held on October 15 at Auditorio ECIJA in Madrid, will feature Spain's gambling regulator and online gaming trade body. Discussions are expected to focus on regulatory reform, with licensed operators currently weighing new gambling restrictions. Registration for the 2026 edition is now open.
SBC Summit Lisbon has opened for its third year, drawing 40,000 attendees. Portuguese government and Lisbon city dignitaries, including Mayor Carlos Moedas, participated in the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, welcoming the event to the city.
At G2E 2026, leading casino executives addressed a business landscape undergoing significant changes. Discussions centered on shifting Las Vegas visitation, global expansion projects, M&A activities, public market pressures, and a debate over prediction markets. MGM Resorts International and Caesars were among the companies represented in these industry discussions.
Michael Jordan, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins, and Sportradar Founder Carsten Koerl discussed the future of sports at SBC Summit Lisbon. Their keynote session, moderated by Kirsty Gallacher, focused on the evolving relationship between sports, technology, data, betting, and fan engagement.
CommsHub discusses how unified messaging infrastructure can improve message deliverability for high-volume digital businesses. This approach aims to reduce operational complexity and scale communications efficiently across global markets, preventing customer dissatisfaction due to delayed messages.
Brazilian betting associations, ANJL and IBJR, have renewed their request to Supreme Federal Court Justice Luiz Fux. They seek to suspend Provisional Measure 1.394/2026, which currently prohibits fixed-odds betting nationwide.
New Zealand has initiated an auction for 15 online casino licenses, with the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) releasing draft technology requirements. Licensed operators will be mandated to obtain independent game and platform certification within six months of licensing and annually thereafter.
Gavin Isaacs, an executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in the global gaming industry, has joined the Board of Directors of Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) in an advisory capacity. His appointment is pending regulatory review and approval.
Fast Track AI has launched agent-to-agent support, enabling direct communication and collaboration with other AI agents across iGaming operators. This update allows Fast Track's intelligence and data science capabilities to extend to operator workflows outside its native interface.
Interest in Finland's upcoming liberalized gambling market has surpassed official expectations, with a significant increase in license applications. The National Police Board received 75 applications by September 22, up from 50 in June, ahead of the market's planned launch in July 2027.
DraftKings has been named the exclusive Sportsbook and Online Casino Integration sponsor for NHL on Prime, under a new agreement with Prime Video. This deal includes exclusive branded integrations for Wednesday Night Hockey during the 2026-27 NHL season and select Stanley Cup playoff coverage.
The Visualize Group has completed its acquisition of eCOGRA, a provider of testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services for the regulated gaming industry. This acquisition follows a prior announcement and combines eCOGRA's business with BMM Testlabs.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) launched a campaign called "Back Our Betting Shops" to oppose further tax increases and betting shop closures in Britain. The campaign highlights the potential impact on employees, families, and communities, profiling various individuals to emphasize betting shops' role as local community hubs.
Century Casinos has agreed to sell the racing and gaming operations of two Alberta, Canada properties to Highfield Investment Group for approximately $16.4 million. The sale includes Century Mile Racetrack and Casino and Century Downs Racetrack and Casino, representing a 6.1x multiple of FY 2025 EBITDA.
Allwyn stated its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance is at risk if Brazil's online sports betting and iGaming ban remains in place for the year. The company is assessing the impact of this measure on its 36.75% stake in Kaizen Gaming, operator of the Betano brand.
Flutter and Entain have revised their 2026 outlooks due to Brazil's provisional ban on online gambling. The measure, introduced by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, requires congressional approval within 120 days to become permanent. Both operators anticipate potential impacts on their full-year results following this regulatory change.
DR Gaming Technology (DRGT) has named Koen De Wispelaere as its new Chief Executive Officer. De Wispelaere previously served as the company's Group Chief Financial Officer and Executive Board Member, joining DRGT in 2015. He succeeds co-founder Jurgen De Munck, who now holds the position of Group Executive Chairman.
IGT plans to introduce a new brand identity at the 2026 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas. The refreshed branding will emphasize player-focused experiences and operator needs, signaling the next phase of the company's evolution.
Gaming technology provider FIRST.bet has launched its sportsbook engine with Argentine operator Grupo Slots, powering the Jugadon brand's online betting offering. This partnership expands FIRST.bet's presence within Argentina's regulated online betting market.
Aristocrat Interactive's CXS division has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification following an external audit by The British Assessment Bureau. This certification validates the division's robust security governance, risk management processes, and secure development practices.
Jamul Casino Resort has appointed Chris Kelley as its inaugural Chief Executive Officer. Kelley brings over two decades of experience in hospitality, gaming, and entertainment, and will oversee the resort's operations and strategic expansion.
The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Ohio and Tennessee can regulate Kalshi’s sports-related event contracts under state gambling laws. This decision contributes to an ongoing federal appeals court split regarding whether prediction markets are subject to state gambling regulations or federal derivatives oversight.