Google has updated its policy to permit licensed gambling operators access to YouTube Masthead campaigns starting October 21. This allows gambling advertisers to utilize premium advertising placements on the YouTube homepage. The change enables a new high-visibility advertising channel for the iGaming industry.
Stake is adding New Zealand to its international online casino expansion plans. This follows its previous expansions into Alberta, Argentina, and Mexico, with the company progressing through New Zealand’s license auction process.
Slotegrator has released a new report, "No market left behind: Localize for growth," detailing effective localization practices for casino operators across five regions. The report highlights the performance differences between localized and non-localized operations and outlines successful strategies for each region.
Sportsbook technology supplier FIRST.bet has launched its sportsbook engine for Swedish operators, marking the first step in its new European expansion phase. This allows Swedish operators to integrate FIRST.bet's engine while maintaining their brand and frontend in one of Europe's established regulated betting markets.
Brazilian lawmakers have proposed amendments to safeguard sports betting as the country moves towards a ban on fixed-odds wagering. This development comes as the government reported submitting over 13,000 illegal betting websites for blocking within 12 days.
BETBY has expanded its presence in the regulated Polish market through a new sportsbook technology partnership with Lebull. Under this agreement, BETBY will provide its technology, betting content, features, and managed services to power Lebull's sportsbook.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) warns that a proposed increase in Machine Games Duty (MGD) to 40% could jeopardize up to 16,000 jobs in the UK betting and gaming sector. The BGC highlighted that further tax increases could threaten over 36,000 jobs supported by Britain’s betting shops.
BetMGM reported a 112% year-over-year increase in Q3 adjusted EBITDA, reaching $86 million, driven by growth in iGaming and online sports betting. The company also reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, achieving net revenue of $710 million for the quarter.
New Zealand has advanced eleven companies in its online casino licensing process, with the regulated market launch scheduled for 2027. Operators who did not qualify must cease operations by December 1, 2026.
A Brazilian federal appeals court has suspended an injunction that had allowed iGaming operator Stake Brazil to resume online betting operations. This decision by the Federal Regional Court of the 3rd Region (TRF-3) resulted in Stake's website and mobile app going offline again, two days after their brief return.
Wazdan has analyzed the implications of Brazil's fixed-odds betting ban reversal for the iGaming industry. The article discusses challenges for operators and suppliers, focusing on regulatory stability, player protection, and the future of the country's betting market.
The New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) has advanced a plan to restrict mobile sports betting operators from using AI to customize promotions and wagering recommendations. This measure aims to protect consumers, with commissioners voting unanimously to move the revised proposal forward. The proposal sets specific limits on AI deployment in these areas.
Wyoming lawmakers have proposed legislation to ban online sweepstakes games, classifying their operation as a felony. The state's Select Committee on Gaming unanimously sponsored the draft bill to clarify the legal status of these games, which have caused regulatory confusion. This move comes as current Wyoming law prohibits online casino games.
The UK's Prize Competition Council (PCC) has appointed Tom Banks as its inaugural Executive Director. Banks will focus on supporting members' compliance with the DCMS Code of Good Practice for Prize Draw Operators and representing the sector to government and regulators. The PCC, formed earlier this year, has grown from eight to 65 members.
Stephen Dametto, Commissioner of the New South Wales Crime Commission, is confirmed as a speaker for Regulating the Game 2027. He will join international regulatory, law enforcement, and financial intelligence leaders from Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. The conference is scheduled for March 8-10, 2027, in Sydney.
iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson highlights the distinction between a license provider and a regulatory adviser for operators. He explains that while a license solves a defined problem, a regulatory adviser assists operators in aligning licensing, corporate structure, compliance, and market access with their business goals and long-term growth plans.
The 2026 Gaming in Spain Conference is scheduled for October 15 in Madrid at the Auditorio ECIJA. The event will gather regulatory officials, industry representatives, legal experts, and law enforcement officials to discuss developments in Spain's regulated iGaming market.
Wazdan has entered into a content deal with Danish operator Danske Spil Casino to make its slot portfolio available to Danish players. This agreement will see Danske Spil Casino offer Wazdan’s diverse range of slots, including popular titles from the Coins, Mighty Wild, and Hot Slot series.
Pennsylvania State Police will begin seizing skill game machines and pursuing criminal prosecution for unlicensed locations from Wednesday, October 14. This action follows the expiration of the state Supreme Court's 120-day safe harbor and lawmakers' failure to pass a plan for taxation and regulation.
A SOFTSWISS panel found that licensing costs represent only a fraction of the total market entry expenses for African iGaming. The discussion highlighted the broader economics of launching in the African iGaming market, focusing on South Africa as a key case study.
DATA.BET has signed a deal with SportsDey to provide its full iFrame sportsbook solution for the African market. This agreement allows SportsDey to expand its offering in the region without needing to build its own trading and risk infrastructure, with the product already live.
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has received approval to test online casino platforms in New Zealand's newly regulated market. This authorization aligns with the country's implementation of the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026, which establishes the framework for online casino operations.
Lottomatica and CIRSA have approved a merger plan, with Lottomatica set to absorb CIRSA to form a combined entity targeting over €4.5 billion in annual revenues. The agreement includes an $831 million shareholder capital return upon completion of the merger.
Nevada gaming regulators are advancing an overhaul of technical standards for gaming equipment and systems. The revised standards are projected to be implemented on October 1, 2027. This initiative aims to consolidate existing requirements spread across various regulatory documents.
Betfred reported an $85 million pre-tax profit for the 2025-26 financial year. The company plans to close 132 betting shops, reduce spending, and withdraw from a major sports sponsorship due to higher UK gambling taxes. This represents approximately 10% of its retail network.