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Fairplay Signs David Bentley as Ambassador
Fairplay has signed former England international David Bentley as a brand ambassador on a one-year exclusive agreement. Under the partnership, Bentley will... Read More...
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Winpot Renews Miroslava Montemayor Partnership
Winpot has extended its brand ambassador agreement with Mexican sports broadcaster Miroslava Montemayor for a further year. The partnership, which began in... Read More...
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Stake signs Brazilian boxer Jully Poca as its first boxing ambassador
The deal extends Stake’s combat sports portfolio beyond the UFC and into professional boxing for the first time,… The post Stake signs Brazilian boxer Jully Poca as its first boxing ambassador appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Brazil Sees Sharp Drop in Betting Irregularity Alerts During Q2 2026
The number of reports of possible illegal operations in the betting industry, which is submitted by financial institutions to Brazil’s Ministry of Finance, dropped considerably in the second quarter of 2026. After rising steadily during the first three months of the year, direct notifications dropped from 91 cases in …
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Korea’s Paradise achieves record quarterly drop and revenue in 2Q26 but Hyatt hotel expenses drive profit down 35%
Korea’s leading foreigner-only casino operator, Paradise Co, reported a 35% fall in net profit to KRW21.0 billion (US$14.9 million) in […]
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The Future of Bally’s Hangs in the Balance
In Friday’s Q2 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Bally’s Corp. admitted it was facing severe financial difficulties that could affect its future operations. The gambling giant warned investors that it might not be able to continue as a going concern due to its significant debt. To remedy this issue, …
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Evoke Shareholders Greenlight Bally’s Intralot Acquisition
Evoke announced the results of its recent general meeting, saying that an overwhelming majority of shareholders have voted in favor of the previously announced acquisition by Bally’s Intralot. As a result, the deal has moved closer to completion, despite earlier concerns about Bally’s ability to maintain evoke. The Ac…
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Play’n GO expands Swiss footprint with StarVegas.ch launch
As a fully regulated operator available throughout Switzerland, StarVegas.ch represents an important addition to Play'n GO's growing network of partners in one of Europe's most mature and highly regulated online casino markets. The post Play’n GO expands Swiss footprint with StarVegas.ch launch first appeared on Asia …
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MGM Resorts Foundation awards more than $4.6m to local charities
The MGM Resorts Foundation has awarded 211 grants totaling more than $4.6 million to nonprofit organizations in seven states and Washington, D.C. where the company operates, supported by contributions from employees and guests, the Las Vegas-based foundation announced Tuesday. Employee involvement extends to the Found…
Read summary →Novig Reports $125M Opening-Week Volume After Nationwide Launch
The sports-focused exchange reported significant early trading activity as it simultaneously fights regulators in five states. Novig generated more than $125 million in notional trading volume during the first week of its federally regulated prediction market, providing an early indication of demand for the former spo…
Read summary →Visa VAMP for iGaming Operators: How to Govern Fraud, Disputes and Acquirer Risk
Read VAMP through the acquiring relationship VAMP is a Visa monitoring programme for acquirers and their merchant portfolios. It combines fraud,… The post Visa VAMP for iGaming Operators: How to Govern Fraud, Disputes and Acquirer Risk appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Australian government and Coalition opposition agree to gambling ad opt-out register
Deal to pass gambling reforms
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Fortuna Entertainment Group completes TOPsport majority stake purchase
70% stake in Lithuanian operator
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Cash is not dead in Europe… its very much alive
With digital payments continuing to grow, cash has seemingly taken a back seat. But the European Central Bank’s most recent report reveals cash is the most accepted payment method in Europe today. While digital payments continue to surge in popularity, cash has rebounded in usage as European retail businesses reported…
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Caliente.mx named main sponsor of SiGMA North America
1–3 September in Mexico City
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China expands digital yuan network with eight new banks
The People’s Bank of China has expanded its network of authorised institutions for the digital yuan by adding eight banks to the list. Announced on 17 August, the added banks include Ping An Bank, Hengfeng Bank, China Bohai Bank, Bank of Shanghai, Bank of Hangzhou, Huishang Bank, Bank of Changsha, and Guangxi Beibu Gu…
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Boehly and Walter in talks over sale of Chelsea stake
Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly and co-owner Mark Walter are negotiating the sale of their stake to major shareholder Clearlake Capital Todd Boehly and Mark Walter are in talks to sell their shares in Chelsea FC to Clearlake Capital, the club’s majority shareholder. As reported by The Financial Times, while an agreement …
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Betfred expands T5C partnership with online Bet Builder launch
Betfred has extended its partnership with T5C with the launch of a BRUNO-powered Bet Builder product across its online sportsbook ahead of the 2026/27 football season. The launch builds on the companies’ existing retail partnership, which saw T5C deploy Smart Accas, Trending Accas and Trending Bet Builders across appr…
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Finland's Elias Suhonen Captures a Six-Figure Haul as EPT Barcelona Begins
Check out the first wave of results coming out of the 2026 EPT Barcelona festival.
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Gambling Participation in U.S. Falls to Lowest Level in Years, Gallup Poll Finds
Only 45% of American adults say they gambled in the past year, a sharp decline from the levels recorded a decade ago. The figure comes from a new Gallup poll conducted July 1–19 among 1,200 adults. In 2016, 64% of respondents reported gambling during the previous year. The share was 63% in 2007. The biggest […] The po…
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Jully “Poca” de Oliveira se convierte en embajadora global de Stake
Stake anunció a la boxeadora brasileña Jully “Poca” de Oliveira como embajadora global, marcando un hito importante en la posición de la marca en los deportes de combate. Esta alianza […]
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Professional Investors Aren’t Squeamish About Casino Stocks, Say Financial Experts
Business is booming for many sports betting, prediction market, and casino operators. According to July data from the American Gaming Association, the US legal sports betting handle reached a record $167 billion in FY 2025, with gross revenue up 23% year-on-year. In the stock market, figures like these rarely go unnot…
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Booming Games forges strategic partnership with QTech Games to unlock growth
Booming Games will use QTech’s aggregation platform to connect with casino operators across the globe, expanding its reach Malta, 17 August 2026: Booming Games, a leading provider of premium gaming content, has today announced a strategic partnership with QTech Games, the leading game aggregator for emerging markets. …
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Szerencsejáték Zrt begins ‘transparency reset’ under Hungary FM watch
Szerencsejáték Zrt, Hungary’s state-owned gambling monopoly, will overhaul its current marketing structure. The state-owned firm aims to improve public engagement and increase transparency around funding and the distribution of sponsorships and grants. This process has seen Szerencsejáték Zrt end its long-standing rel…
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Gallup Finds Fewer Americans Gambling, but Are Surveys Missing How People Bet?
Self-reported gambling has fallen sharply over the past decade, but prediction markets and a wide gap between phone and online responses complicate the picture. Are Americans actually gambling less, or are traditional surveys increasingly struggling to capture how Americans gamble? Results of a new telephone Gallup po…
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Australia gambling ad reforms clear lower house after bipartisan deal
Australia’s lower house approved tighter gambling ad rules, including an online opt-out register and new limits on inducements. The post Australia gambling ad reforms clear lower house after bipartisan deal first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Caesars Filings Detail Long Bidding War Between Carl Icahn & Fertitta Entertainment
Fertitta Entertainment is closing in on a deal worth almost $18 billion to acquire Caesars Entertainment. Last week marked the end of a long bidding war between the company and billionaire Carl Icahn. A new filing by Caesars details the extent of the competitive race to acquire the casino giant, which began in January…
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Nevada Problem Gambling Council to cut ties with NCPG over Kalshi partnership
Council cites risks to young people
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National Gambling Board (NGB) Urges South Africans to Safeguard Household Finances
The National Gambling Board (NGB) has issued a call for citizens to safeguard their household finances. With economic pressures mounting across South Africa and the job market tightening, the temptation to view gambling as a financial lifeline is growing. However, the NGB warns that this “quick return” mindset can lea…
Read summary →Evoke Shareholders Approve Bally’s Intralot Deal Amid Liquidity Concerns
More than 99% of the votes backed the acquisition, with the expectation of closing at the end of 2026 or early next year. Bally’s Intralot’s acquisition of Evoke has moved one step closer to completion after Evoke shareholders overwhelmingly approved the proposal, despite growing financial concerns surrounding the pro…
Read summary →Denmark Bars Inpay From New iGaming Deals
Regulatory Scrutiny Tightens Around iGaming Payment Services Danish payments provider Inpay A/S cannot enter new business agreements with iGaming companies… The post Denmark Bars Inpay From New iGaming Deals appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Yggdrasil expands Dutch reach through JACK’s partnership
The integration brings a broad portfolio of premium content to the casino lobby Yggdrasil, a leading iGaming supplier has strengthened its footprint in the Netherlands through a new partnership with JACKS, bringing its premium portfolio to one of the country’s leading regulated operators. Delivered through Yggdrasil’s…
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Stake names undefeated boxer Jully Poca as new global ambassador
Stake, the world-leading online sportsbook and casino, has announced Brazilian boxer Jully “Poca” de Oliveira as its global ambassador, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s foothold in combat sports. The post Stake names undefeated boxer Jully Poca as new global ambassador first appeared on Asia Gaming News …
Read summary →Trump Expected at White House Prediction-Market Meeting
Trump’s Attendance Remains Unconfirmed Politico reported on August 13 that the White House was expected to host a Wednesday gathering for… The post Trump Expected at White House Prediction-Market Meeting appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Yggdrasil expands Dutch reach through JACKS.NL partnership
Yggdrasil, a leading iGaming supplier has strengthened its footprint in the Netherlands through a new partnership with JACKS.NL, bringing its premium portfolio to one of the country’s leading regulated operators. Delivered through Yggdrasil’s strategic partnership with Bragg Gaming, the integration brings a broad port…
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Sporting Risk expands Bet Builder offering with FlexBuilder and Same Game Pick ‘Em
Both products are designed to give operators more ways to engage players with different betting preferences Sporting Risk, a sports analytics company specialising in predictive models that power pricing and betting content, has expanded its Bet Builder Suite with the launch of FlexBuilder and Same Game Pick ‘Em. These…
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Stake Signs Jully ‘Poca’ de Oliveira as First Boxing Ambassador
Stake has expanded its combat sports sponsorship portfolio by signing Brazilian boxer Jully “Poca” de Oliveira as its first boxing ambassador. The sportsbook and casino brand announced the partnership ahead of Poca’s super lightweight fight against Cinderella Linnear on Friday, August 21, 2026. Under the agreement, Po…
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ELA Games announces new content deal with MaxBet
ELA Games continues European expansion by bringing the its defining style to MaxBet, one of Romania’s most recognized gaming brands. Through this partnership, MaxBet players now have direct access to 23 of the studio’s top-performing titles. Among these are three of ELA Games’ standout releases: Cash of Gods: Face the…
Read summary →Hollywoodbets Extends Brentford Deal, Exits Shirt Front
Premier League Sponsorships Shift Beyond Front of Shirt Branding Brentford FC will continue its partnership with South African gambling operator… The post Hollywoodbets Extends Brentford Deal, Exits Shirt Front appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Sporting Risk Expands Bet Builder Suite With FlexBuilder and Same Game Pick ‘Em
How FlexBuilder Changes Bet Builders FlexBuilder allows players to receive a payout without successfully predicting every selection in a Bet Builder. Customers… The post Sporting Risk Expands Bet Builder Suite With FlexBuilder and Same Game Pick ‘Em appeared first on iGaming Express.
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S&P Global: Melco unlikely to see leverage, EBITDA margin improvement this year but commitment to debt reduction promising
Intensified competition among Macau’s concessionaires and the high marketing and commission expenses it demands will likely keep Melco Resorts & […]
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Bally’s reports 20% YoY revenue rise in Q2 2026
Bally’s Corporation has announced its Q2 earnings for 2026, revealing that the company generated $792.2 million in revenue, representing a 20% year-on-year rise. Total segment adjusted EBITDAR rose to $187.5 million from the previous $173.2 million, but consolidated adjusted EBITDAR saw a slight decline from $129.2 mi…
Read summary →Kongebonus Continues Rhino Partnership in Norway
Kongebonus has outlined its ongoing partnership with Rhino Entertainment Group in Norway following Betsson AB’s agreement to acquire Rhino’s Canadian B2C business... Read More...
Read summary →BGC Reports 97% Age Verification Pass Rate
Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) members achieved a 97% pass rate in independent age verification test purchasing between May 2025 and April... Read More...
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Stake Signs Boxer Jully Poca as Global Ambassador
Stake has appointed Brazilian boxer Jully “Poca” de Oliveira as a global brand ambassador, expanding its portfolio of sponsorships in combat sports.... Read More...
Read summary →Alea Adds Shady Lady’s Game Portfolio to Its Offering
Alea has announced a new partnership with Shady Lady, bringing the studio’s portfolio of high-volatility games into its aggregation solution. Shady Lady... Read More...
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Stake firma a la boxeadora Jully Poca como Embajadora Global
Stake ha designado a la boxeadora brasileña Jully “Poca” de Oliveira como embajadora global de la marca, ampliando así su portafolio de... Leer más... La entrada Stake firma a la boxeadora Jully Poca como Embajadora Global se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
Read summary →Fortuna Entertainment Group completes TOPsport acquisition
The deal gives FEG a leading position in the Lithuania gaming market. Lithuania.- Fortuna Entertainment Group (FEG) has announced that it has finalised its acquisition of the Lithuanian gambling operator TOPsport. The purchase of a 70 per cent stakes in the operator marks a significant step in the group’s expansion in…
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Asia Gaming eBrief: Melco’s Macau cost-cutting options remain limited
In Macau’s competitive arena, spending less may be harder than earning more. CBRE expects Melco’s daily operating costs to remain around $3.4 million, even after a spending review, while elevated expenses and promotional reinvestment weigh on margins and extend the deleveraging timetable. Galaxy is playing from a much…
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Bally’s shares tumble as company raises ‘substantial doubt’ about debt covenants
Bally's posted solid Q2 results, but investors were more concerned about the company's debt disclosures.
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DigiPlus Names Teneo Adviser for International Gaming Expansion
As DigiPlus Interactive Corp. extends its operations in Brazil and South Africa while aiming to enter the market of New Zealand, the global advisory firm, Teneo, has been named as its strategic adviser. The firm stated that it would offer strategic advice as it evaluates foreign market opportunities and risks and oper…
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Paradise Entertainment Warns of $10.6M 1H26 Loss as Equipment Sales Drop
Paradise Entertainment is anticipating reporting a loss in the first half of 2026 as its income from selling and leasing electronic gaming devices and systems declined by 74.2%. The gaming equipment provider based in Hong Kong is projecting a net loss of HK$82.6 million, which is equal to $10.6 million, against a net …
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Former satellite casino operators continue to struggle as Success Universe becomes latest to issue 1H26 profit warning
Hong Kong-listed Success Universe has issued a profit warning on an expected widening of its 1H26 when compared to the […]
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Former NH Official Accused of Misusing Gambling Charity Funds
A New Hampshire nonprofit organization associated with a former state House speaker now faces scrutiny for allegedly failing to fulfill its legal duty to support local communities and using charity funds for unknown purposes. This potential misconduct reportedly continued for years, raising questions about how New Ham…
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Howard Stutz, longtime gaming journalist and writer, to retire at end of 2026
During his career, Howard Stutz has occasionally taken jobs in public relations. But always, he’s found journalism to be his true calling. “I kept going back to it,” Stutz tells CDC Gaming. Stutz, former CDC Gaming executive editor and presently a reporter with the Nevada Independent, recently announced his retirement…
Read summary →Bally’s Intralot one step closer to evoke buyout
The majority of eligible shareholders in William Hill, 888 and Mr Green owner evoke have agreed to a buyout by Bally’s Intralot. Both firms confirmed to be in talks of a potential acquisition back in April, with the total bid price of £243.1m subsequently unveiled in June – alongside the terms and conditions of a […]
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Sky exit to test Baller League’s creator‑led model
Baller League’s reported split from Sky Sports puts its creator‑driven football model to the test. Baller League will reportedly be without a traditional live broadcast partner next season as Sky Sports has not renewed its deal. According to The Guardian, Sky decided not to extend its agreement with the six‑a‑side foo…
Read summary →Brentford extends Hollywoodbets deal despite front-of-shirt ban
Brentford F.C. are the latest Premier League club that is not deterred by the front-of-shirt sponsorship ban after extending its long-standing partnership with Hollywoodbets. Brentford F.C. has renewed its sponsorship with Hollywoodbets for an extended five years and will transition from front-of-shirt sponsor to the …
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