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Lula endurece discurso e avalia ação contra apostas online
Reportagem do Estadão destaca que governo estuda medidas para proibir ou restringir as bets e capitalizar apoio de 70% dos brasileiros que defendem restrição as apostas online. Problemas políticos, consequências para do futebol e até a crise do STF são impeditivos; entenda The post Lula endurece discurso e avalia ação…
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DSTPLAY named Entrance Sponsor of ABC Connect Meetup Mexico 2026
DSTPLAY will serve as Entrance Sponsor at ABC Connect Meetup Mexico on September 6, taking place at a top-secret venue in Cancún, Mexico. Press release.- DSTPLAY has been confirmed as the Entrance Sponsor of the upcoming ABC Connect Meetup Mexico, scheduled for September 6, 2026, at a top-secret venue in the heart of …
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DSTGAMING named Entrance Sponsor of ABC Connect Meetup Mexico 2026
DSTGAMING will serve as Entrance Sponsor of ABC Connect Meetup Mexico on September 6 at a top-secret venue in Cancún, Mexico. Press release.- DSTGAMING has been confirmed as the Entrance Sponsor of the upcoming ABC Connect Meetup Mexico, taking place on September 6, 2026, at a top-secret venue in the heart of Cancún, …
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Spotlight Sports Group enters gaming with Engage Games partnership
Spotlight Sports Group is expanding beyond its traditional racing and betting technology offering with a new move into gaming.
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What can 21 banks offer with a collaborative stablecoin?
This week on Blockchain Bulletin, 21 of the largest banks in the world have come together to form a new company that intends to launch stablecoins in every G7 currency. Also this week, Kraken’s parent company Payward delays its planned IPO once again, the London Stock Exchange is the latest to test tokenised stocks, S…
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Yggdrasil expands presence in Romania through Kaizen Gaming partnership
Yggdrasil, the fast-growing online gaming supplier, has strengthened its position in Romania through a new content partnership with Kaizen Gaming, one of the leading operators in the country’s regulated market. As part of the agreement, Romanian players will gain access to Yggdrasil’s fan-favourite games, including Va…
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PopOK Gaming expands PRAG lineup with Bon Bon PRAG
PopOK Gaming has launched Bon Bon PRAG, a newly released title in its Prag lineup, bringing a colorful candy-themed experience to players worldwide. Designed as a fresh take on a classic concept, the game combines playful visuals with dynamic mechanics and strong win potential, enhanced by innovative features. Bon Bon…
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Lottomatica insists Cirsa merger is low risk as CEO talks up Spain and Italy opportunities
Angelozzi is confident that Cirsa is already 'well-managed'. He said previous deals had fallen through after Lottomatica tried to make too many changes to an asset.
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IGSA is hosting Gaming Standards Technical Summit in Seattle
Event will take place on November 17 to 18 in partnership with Amazon Web Services The International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA) is thrilled to announce the next instalment of the Gaming Standards Technical Summit (GSATS), to be held in Seattle, WA, on November 17-18, 2026 in partnership with Amazon Web Servic…
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betTOM nets landmark sponsorship deal with Burnley FC
UK online bookmaker to appear on back of shorts and dugout in new Official Betting Partner agreement betTOM have agreed a one-year partnership with Burnley FC to become the Championship club’s Official Betting Partner. Not only will the collaboration place the UK bookmaker at the centre of the matchday experience at T…
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MGM Resorts and BetMGM commit £300,000 to responsible gaming research
Companies announce certification of 3,000 GameSense Advisors and expansion of GameSense messaging in professional sports venues MGM Resorts and BetMGM have announced that they are once again partnering with the American Gaming Association (AGA) to promote Responsible Gaming Education Month (RGEM 2026) throughout Septe…
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Lula Excludes Gambling Industry From Debt Talks
Brazil’s gambling policy faces growing political tension Brazilian gambling stakeholders were absent from a meeting where President Luiz Inácio Lula da… The post Lula Excludes Gambling Industry From Debt Talks appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →BetMakers: Revenue Up 8.8%, EBITDA Triples
Improved Profitability Amid A Proposed Ownership Change BetMakers recorded an 8.8% year-on-year revenue increase in FY26, reaching AU$92.6m (US$66.5m). The Australia-based… The post BetMakers: Revenue Up 8.8%, EBITDA Triples appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Merkur to acquire controlling stake in Société Française de Casinos
If successful, Merkur intends to compel minority shareholders to sell and subsequently delist DFC from Euronext Paris.
Read summary →Alea Expands Casino Offering Through Partnership with ICONIC21
Alea has partnered with ICONIC21, bringing almost 90 of the provider’s games into its aggregation solution and further expanding the content available... Read More...
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With visitation showing improvement, Philippines Department of Tourism looks to boost travel via entertainment Newport World Resorts partnership
The Philippines Department of Tourism (DOT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Newport World Resorts (NWR) aimed at developing […]
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Asia Pioneer Entertainment’s 1H26 revenue climbs to US$4.3 million on surging demand for gaming equipment replacement and upgrades
Macau-based gaming product distributor Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited reported a 47.3% year-on-year growth in total revenue to HK$33.9 million […]
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International Gaming Standards Association announces Gaming Standards Technical Summit
The International Gaming Standards Association on Wednesday announced the next installment of the Gaming Standards Technical Summit will be in Seattle, Washington, November 17-18. The event is free and in partnership with Amazon Web Services. The opening keynote address will be given by Kevin Mullally, CEO of the Inte…
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Contratistas confiables, desafíos inesperados y lo que realmente importa: la CMO de Belatra Games habla sobre la preparación de stands
A menos de un mes de SBC Summit Lisbon 2026, Kateryna Goi, CMO de Belatra Games, comparte su experiencia sobre la planificación de stands, la elección de contratistas, la gestión de imprevistos y el verdadero impacto de un equipo bien preparado. Las grandes exposiciones de la industria suelen durar apenas tres días, p…
Read summary →Brazil gambling stakeholders left out of President Lula’s ‘drastic’ strategy talks
The latest move by Brazil’s President Lula da Silva could signal further rifts between the ruling Workers Party (PT) and the gambling sector. As reported by SBC Noticias Brasil, the President hosted a meeting at the Planalto Palace on Monday to discuss how the regulated gambling regime has impacted families’ budget si…
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After billions of dollars invested, LIV Golf considers filing for bankruptcy
LIV Golf is reportedly looking at filing for bankruptcy protection and has brought on the services of BC Partners in case its LIV 2.0 proposal to players is not agreed to. LIV Golf is reportedly mulling filing for bankruptcy protection as funding has significantly decreased following the Saudi Public Investment Fund (…
Read summary →EGT Digital expands presence in Brazil through Esportes da Sorte
Operator adds EGT Digital’s gaming portfolio, strengthening the company’s expansion strategy in the regulated Brazilian market. Press release.- EGT Digital announces a new strategic partnership with Esportes da Sorte, one of the largest operators in Brazil’s sports betting and online casino market. Under the agreement…
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Boldt ownership set for major shake-up
Boldt, one of Argentina’s most historically significant gaming conglomerates, is heading toward a major ownership shift after Antonio Eduardo Tabanelli (pictured) launched an operation to acquire the entire stake his sister, Rosana Beatriz Martina Tabanelli, holds in the group – ending the near-even ownership split th…
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Lottomatica & Cirsa Agree to Merge and Create a “Global Gaming Champion”
Italian gaming group Lottomatica has unveiled a merger with Spanish gaming powerhouse Cirsa, which would, according to company officials, create a “global gaming champion.” The agreement will see the former company merge with the latter in an all-share deal. The Deal Would Unlock Significant Synergies Lottomatica, whi…
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Lottomatica to absorb CIRSA in all-share merger creating €2bn EBITDA group
The agreed terms price CIRSA at about six times 2026 EBITDA before synergies, and Blackstone keeps a 24%… The post Lottomatica to absorb CIRSA in all-share merger creating €2bn EBITDA group appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Lottomatica to merge with CIRSA in deal creating world’s second-largest listed gaming group
All-share deal announced
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Kalshi CEO Says New Rules & Deals With Major Leagues are Coming to Aid Legal Battles
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour has said that new rules clarifying the legal status of sports prediction markets could be introduced in the next few weeks. Additionally, the company expects to announce new deals with one or two major leagues in the near future. Mansour says this can help Kalshi survive the added legal uncert…
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Kindbridge Study Says First Responders Are at High Risk of Gambling Addiction
Massachusetts-based Kindbridge Behavioral Health, a telehealth provider specializing in counseling and mental health treatment for various addictions, recently published a report claiming first responders are at a higher risk of developing problematic gambling habits. What Did the Survey Discover? Kindbridge Research …
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Lottomatica to merge with Cirsa to create ‘second-biggest gaming company in the world’
Following the deal, Cirsa will cease to exist Two giants of European gaming, Lottomatica Group and Cirsa Enterprises, have announced a merger which they say will create the second-largest gaming company in the world with pro forma Adjusted EBITDA of €2bn. The proposed combination will see CIRSA absorbed by Lottomatica…
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Kalshi taps Alpaca to bring event contracts to international markets
Second global deal since June
Read summary →BetMakers sees 205% EBITDA rise as Tabcorp takeover looms
Australia-based, horse racing-focused company BetMakers experienced an 8.8% year-on-year revenue jump for FY26 as the company brought in AU$92.6m (£49m). The firm finds itself in somewhat of a turbulent era as it navigates a proposed takeover deal from Tabcorp and a home market which has come under a whole host of pol…
Read summary →Palms Merkur Casino named Official Badge Sponsor for BEGE Expo 2026
The event will be held on November 25–26 at the Inter Expo Centre in Sofia. Press release.- BEGE Expo, a Balkans’ leading trade exhibition for the gaming and entertainment industry, has officially announced Palms Merkur Casino as the Official Badge Sponsor for its upcoming 2026 edition. The strategic partnership unite…
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Lottomatica and Cirsa agree merger to form ‘second-largest listed global operator’
As part of the deal Cirsa has been valued at 6x its expected 2026 EBITDA of €800 million.
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Lottomatica to Absorb Cirsa in All-Share Deal, Leaving Blackstone as Biggest Investor in New Gambling Giant
The cross-border merger will eliminate Cirsa as a standalone legal entity, put roughly a third of the enlarged company in the hands of its existing shareholders and set up more than €1 billion in transaction-related capital distributions. Cirsa’s life as an independent listed company is set to be unusually short. The …
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Partnership Playbook: Liverpool’s next shirt deal
Welcome to Insider Sport’s latest edition of the Partnership Playbook, where we bring you details on the latest sports partnerships and sponsorships. Transfer deadline day closed yesterday, but big-money deals are still on our agenda. Liverpool could be heading towards the end of an era with Standard Chartered, so we …
Read summary →Symplify Boosts CRM Control With Redesigned App Push Editor
Symplify App Push Editor Adds Preview Tools The Stockholm-based SaaS company redesigned the editor to align with the broader Symplify… The post Symplify Boosts CRM Control With Redesigned App Push Editor appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →GR8_TECH brings Acceler8 Lab to SBC Summit 2026: Three days of operator education inside the Champions Arena
Delivered in partnership with Go Academy, the program will cover everything from revenue leakage and new-market execution to trading models,… The post GR8_TECH brings Acceler8 Lab to SBC Summit 2026: Three days of operator education inside the Champions Arena appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Bally’s Intralot Debt Rises to €1.61B
Rising Debt Shapes Bally’s Intralot’s Expansion Plans Bally’s Intralot ended the first half of 2026 with adjusted net debt of… The post Bally’s Intralot Debt Rises to €1.61B appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Lottomatica agrees €2.8bn all-share merger with Cirsa
A new giant of gaming and sports betting is set to be formed through the merger of the Italian and Spanish market leaders The post Lottomatica agrees €2.8bn all-share merger with Cirsa appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Money Train 5 by Relax Gaming
Money Train 5 storms ahead into a brutal post-apocalyptic world, where every spin fuels a high stakes ride for massive rewards.”
Read summary →BGaming sweetens the deal with Sugar Plinko
Content provider puts a sugary spin on one of its most popular casual game formats. Press release.- BGaming gets in the carnival spirit with the release of its latest #Casual title, Sugar Plinko. This candy-coloured new game utilises the popular Plinko gameplay mechanics that have made BGaming’s Plinko 2 such a huge h…
Read summary →Lottomatica and CIRSA to Merge in €4.4bn Deal
Lottomatica And CIRSA Pursue Cross-Border Expansion Through Merger Lottomatica Group plans to merge with CIRSA Enterprises through an all-share transaction,… The post Lottomatica and CIRSA to Merge in €4.4bn Deal appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Tonybet secure Irish Champions Festival sponsorship for third consecutive year
International iGaming operator Tonybet will continue its involvement with Irish Champions Festival in 2026, returning as title sponsor of the Group 2 Tonybet Solonaway Stakes at Leopardstown Racecourse. The race will take place on Saturday, 12 September, marking the third consecutive year that Tonybet has sponsored th…
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RGB bids for Macau gaming machine tender, expects stronger 2H26
RGB expects stronger 2H26 earnings on higher machine deliveries and a recovery in its TSM business. The post RGB bids for Macau gaming machine tender, expects stronger 2H26 first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Korea’s Paradise sets all-time monthly casino revenue high of almost US$77 million in August
Korea’s leading foreigner-only casino operator, Paradise Co, reported an all-time monthly high in casino revenue of KRW104.9 billion (US$76.8 million) […]
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Kambi folds acquired businesses into single brand in AI-led refresh
The rebrand further fulfils the company's goal of adopting AI and capitalising on recent revenue improvements The post Kambi folds acquired businesses into single brand in AI-led refresh appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Tonybet Renews Irish Champions Festival Sponsorship
Tonybet will sponsor the Group 2 Tonybet Solonaway Stakes at Leopardstown Racecourse for a third consecutive year as part of the 2026... Read More...
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Las Vegas Sands increases ownership stake in Macau subsidiary Sands China above 75%
Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) has increased its stake in its Macau entity, Sands China Ltd, above 75%, the two […]
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Seaport expecting strong Macau rebound in September after August GGR falls short of expectations
Seaport Research Partners said it expects Macau’s gross gaming revenues to grow by 10% year-on-year in September, representing a significant […]
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Macau August Casino Revenue Reaches US$2.7 Billion Despite Annual Decline
Gross gaming revenue from casinos in Macau was down by 1.2% from the year before at MOP21.89 billion ($2.71 billion) for August, as reported by Macau’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau. The drop in GGR for the month did not stop Macau from reaching MOP169.05 billion worth of aggregate casino GGR. The number w…
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Record online quarters in Spain and UK see Bally’s Intralot accelerating through tax increases
UK remote gaming duty increased from 21 per cent to 40 per cent, effective 1 April 2026, and carried an impact of approximately €34m in Q2 Record quarters in Spain and the UK’s online gaming sectors, Bally’s Intralot generated revenues of €544.2m and AEBITDA of €184.8m in the first half of the year, with margin […]
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Oneida Indian Nation completes $400 million Turning Stone Resort expansion project in New York
Following opening of 'The Grand Expo'
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Macau casino revenue falls 1.2% to $2.71 billion in August, third monthly decline
Revenue rebounds 8.1% from July
Read summary →Polymarket Valuation Hits $21B On New $1B Funding Round
Polymarket is raising a new $1 billion funding round at a reported valuation of $21 billion. The round is led by 1789 Capital, which includes Donald Trump Jr. among its partners. The round would make... The post Polymarket Valuation Hits $21B On New $1B Funding Round appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Kindbridge study finds significant gambling-related harms for first responders
A new report examines how gambling-related harm may intersect with repeated exposure to trauma, psychological distress, and the distinct working conditions experienced by firefighters, police officers, and other first responders. The Kindbridge Research Institute (KRI) report, released on Tuesday to mark the beginning…
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Novomatic once again named as a Superbrand Austria
According to Superbrands Austria, Europe’s leading gaming technology group remains one of Austria’s leading brands The world’s largest independent organisation for brand evaluation has awarded Novomatic the prestigious Business Superbrand Austria seal for the years 2026/2027. The autonomous panel of experts evaluates …
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Polymarket valuation reportedly reaches $21 billion on new funding led by 1789 Capital
Trump Jr.'s fund adds $300M
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