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Macau October GGR forecast to fall 7%, weakness into November: Jefferies
Macau’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) is forecast to fall 7 percent year-on-year in October, with weakness expected to continue into November before a December recovery, according to Jefferies. In an […] The post Macau October GGR forecast to fall 7%, weakness into November: Jefferies first appeared on Asia Gaming News |…
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BetMGM Q3 2026: Fewer Players, Double the Profit
BetMGM reported net revenue of $710m for the three months to 30 September, up 7% from $667m a year earlier, in… The post BetMGM Q3 2026: Fewer Players, Double the Profit appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Betfred posts $85 million pre-tax profit as UK tax hikes prompt shop closures and sponsorship cuts
Plans to close 132 betting shops
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BETBY presses ahead with Polish betting market expansion
BETBY has expanded its reach in Poland just a few weeks after launching in the country, one of the biggest gambling sectors in the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region. The company set up shop in Poland in mid-September 2026 via a deal with local bookmaker Betters. It has followed this up with a partnership […]
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Exclusivo: Heitor Langa fala dos planos da TaDa Gaming para a América Latina e lamenta situação do Brasil
A TaDa Gaming participou do SBC Summit Lisboa, em Portugal, realizado entre os dias 28 de setembro e 1º de outubro. Em entrevista exclusiva, Heitor Langa, Head de Negócios para […] O post Exclusivo: Heitor Langa fala dos planos da TaDa Gaming para a América Latina e lamenta situação do Brasil apareceu primeiro em iGam…
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BetMGM revenue rises 7% in Q3 despite active customer decline
The US JV operator saw iGaming revenue increase 6% to $483m and online sports betting revenue rise 7% to $216m The post BetMGM revenue rises 7% in Q3 despite active customer decline appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →BETBY Accelerates Polish Expansion With Major Lebull Partnership
BETBY Strengthens Its Position In Poland BETBY, a provider of B2B sportsbook solutions, has announced a partnership with Lebull, an established betting… The post BETBY Accelerates Polish Expansion With Major Lebull Partnership appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Stake Italy: "The regulated market should be the place where players want to play because it is reliable"
Fabio Angeli Bufalini, Country Director Fabio Angeli Bufalini, Country Director at Stake Italy
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BetMGM’s Q3 EBITDA soars but firm cautious with full-year expectations
A strong performance for BetMGM in North America has provided a bulwark for co-owner Entain amidst headwinds in its other core markets. A financial update released by Entain and MGM Resorts International, the two shareholders in the North America-facing BetMGM joint venture, revealed a huge 112% increase in adjusted E…
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Ireland’s draft EU budget for 2028–2034 leaves out online gambling levy
The 10 October negotiating box lists five new revenue sources, while H2 Gambling Capital’s Ed Birkin says the… The post Ireland’s draft EU budget for 2028–2034 leaves out online gambling levy appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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BETBY strengthens in Poland with landmark Lebull partnership
Lebull will retain its existing frontend while integrating BETBY’s sportsbook capabilities BETBY has further strengthened its position in the regulated Polish market through a landmark partnership with Lebull, a Tier 1 B2C betting brand with strong industry recognition. The agreement will see BETBY power the brand’s s…
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Kendoo enters Belgian regulated market with Starcasino partnership
Kendoo is strengthening its presence across regulated markets with the launch of its slot portfolio on Starcasino, the leading and largest online casino in Belgium, offering a broad selection of slots and live casino content. The partnership marks another step in Kendoo’s international expansion, bringing its portfoli…
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NLGRB Hosts Financial Literacy Workshop for Boda Boda Riders at GOGO Uganda
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB), in partnership with GOGO Electric, NSSF Uganda, and Safe Places Uganda, held a community outreach workshop for boda boda riders at GOGO Uganda’s offices on Factory Lane. The workshop brought together motorcycle riders to address financial management and respo…
Read summary →KTO Reportedly Shuts Brazil Operations
Closure And Job Losses KTO has reportedly shut down operations in Brazil, its only market, less than three weeks after… The post KTO Reportedly Shuts Brazil Operations appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Yggdrasil adds ZonaGioco to Italian distribution network via Microgame
The agreement continues a run of Italian operator deals for Yggdrasil, which has been systematically building distribution across… The post Yggdrasil adds ZonaGioco to Italian distribution network via Microgame appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Asia Gaming eBrief: Macau 3Q26 EBITDA set for 11% decline: CLSA
Macau’s earnings cushion is getting thinner. CLSA forecasts an 11 percent year-on-year decline in third-quarter sector EBITDA to $1.84 billion, as weaker gaming revenue and rising commissions and rebates weigh on profitability. The post Asia Gaming eBrief: Macau 3Q26 EBITDA set for 11% decline: CLSA first appeared on …
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PAGCOR chief cites role of startups in strengthening PH investment ecosystem
The PAGCOR has expressed support for the country’s startup sector, highlighting its role in creating jobs, fostering innovation, and strengthening the Philippine investment ecosystem. The post PAGCOR chief cites role of startups in strengthening PH investment ecosystem first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia G…
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US State Department’s 2026 human trafficking report alleges Cambodian government officials complicit in scam center protection
The US State Department has kept Cambodia at the lowest Tier 3 trafficking ranking in its 2026 Trafficking in Persons […]
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LOW6 Acquires Splash Games for Undisclosed Sum
LOW6, an award-winning global creator of sports gamification and skill gaming platforms, announced that it has acquired UK skill gaming company Splash Games for an undisclosed sum. The transaction is expected to bolster LOW6’s B2B skill gaming offering. LOW6 Wants to Upgrade Its B2B Skill Gaming Offering In its announ…
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Stake Loses Its Temporary Lifeline in Brazil After Only One Day
Online casino Stake has lost its brief legal reprieve in Brazil after a federal appeals court overturned an injunction that let the betting platform operate until October 25, despite the government’s nationwide gambling ban. With legal challenges mounting and the sector’s future remaining unclear, operators with Brazi…
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Revolut wants to take on JP Morgan for the US market
A recent interview by Nik Storonsky, CEO of Revolut, revealed his plans for a US stock market listing and taking on the country’s largest bank. Revolut CEO, Nik Storonsky, has revealed he favours a primary public listing for the digital bank’s initial public offering (IPO). In an interview with Bloomberg, Storonsky fa…
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Hacksaw shares sink nearly 30% on projected Q3 slowdown
Hacksaw highlighted it is exploring new verticals including a recently launched crash game The post Hacksaw shares sink nearly 30% on projected Q3 slowdown appeared first on NEXT.io.
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MrBit launches in Serbia with SYNOT Games portfolio
MrBit has officially entered the Serbian market as a fully licensed operator SYNOT Games has expanded its partnership with MrBit as the operator enters the Serbian market and brings SYNOT’s extensive portfolio of slots to a new audience in the region. Players in Serbia can now enjoy a selection of more than 190 high-q…
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CLSA forecasts 11% Macau 3Q26 EBITDA fall on weak GGR, rising costs
Weaker gaming revenue and a rising commission and rebate burden are expected to push Macau’s third-quarter 2026 EBITDA down 11 percent year-on-year, according to CLSA. In an October 12th report, […] The post CLSA forecasts 11% Macau 3Q26 EBITDA fall on weak GGR, rising costs first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - …
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Gaverin Warner Takes Down the 888 LIVE London Crazy 8 Opening Event
Warner collected £22,430 of the £119,270 prize pool after a four-way deal.
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Betfred turnover nears £1bn as retail accounts for majority of revenue
Retail generated the most turnover at £544m, ahead on online operations with £451.7m The post Betfred turnover nears £1bn as retail accounts for majority of revenue appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Hacksaw’s Third-Quarter Guidance Puts Revenue Below the Second Quarter
Hacksaw AB expects total revenue of €57.5 million to €58.5 million for the three months to September 30, according to… The post Hacksaw’s Third-Quarter Guidance Puts Revenue Below the Second Quarter appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Stake no longer allowed to operate in Brazil
Stake’s reason to celebrate its provisional permission to operate in Brazil until 25 October has become short-lived after an appeal led to the decision being shot down by the Federal Court. Last week, Stake became the only licensed operator in Brazil to be permitted to remain operational until 25 October. The permissi…
Read summary →Mike Repole Bought One Million Churchill Downs Shares
Mike Repole, the beverage entrepreneur and racehorse owner, said on October 8 that he had bought one million shares of… The post Mike Repole Bought One Million Churchill Downs Shares appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Betfred Reports €1.14bn Revenue As UK Tax Pressure Mounts
Revenue And Online Investment Betfred reported revenue of approximately €1.14bn (£995.6m) for the 52-week period ending 29 March 2026 in… The post Betfred Reports €1.14bn Revenue As UK Tax Pressure Mounts appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Betfred’s online business accounts for nearly half of 2025/26 turnover
Betfred reported turnover of £995.6m for the 52 weeks to 29 March 2026 as the business filed its last annual report before a drastic change to the UK gambling landscape. The UK gambling giant, founded by Fred Done back in 1967, saw gross profit come in at £720m but profit after tax was £39.6m, according […]
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LOW6 acquires Splash Games to scale skill gaming platform
LOW6 said the acquisition of Splash Games will support its new Rivals proprietary skill gaming platform that launched earlier this year The post LOW6 acquires Splash Games to scale skill gaming platform appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Better Collective & Betsson tune to good vibes of Nordic Compass
Prominent Nordic gaming PLCs see the potential launch of a pan-Scandinavian stock exchange as a huge opportunity to take their businesses and markets profile “to the next level”… leadership have exclusively told SBC News. _____________________ As of 2026, European Union member states share a common understanding on th…
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Evoplay strengthens LatAm reach with Te Apuesto partnership
The agreement will see a selection of Evoplay titles go live with the Peruvian operator Evoplay is expanding its reach in Peru through a new partnership with Te Apuesto, an established local iGaming brand with more than 15 years of experience in the market. The agreement will see a selection of Evoplay titles go live …
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Gambling stocks weekly (5–9 October): European market analysis & trends
Six of the nine stocks rose in a week when Citi upgraded Flutter, Sportradar agreed a $170m sale,… The post Gambling stocks weekly (5–9 October): European market analysis & trends appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Read summary →Evoplay and Te Apuesto Deal Expands Peru Reach
Evoplay Te Apuesto partnership brings a selection of the studio's slots to the Peruvian iGaming market through operator La Tinka S.A.'s omnichannel platform.... Read More...
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Suspicious Transaction Reports issued by Macau gaming operators on the decline in September 2026 quarter
The number of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) issued by Macau’s gaming operators increased by 7.9% year-on-year to 2,968 in the […]
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Century Entertainment Expands Philippine Gaming Partners Before Trading Deadline
Century Entertainment is widening its network of accredited gaming partners in the Philippines as it works to resume trading of its shares in Hong Kong before the December 25, 2026 deadline. The company highlighted that the strategy is intended to reduce its reliance on a single platform or distributor for its electro…
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Asia Gaming eBrief: Genting rights plan raises further funding concerns
A cash injection can only go so far. Maybank has cut Genting Berhad from ‘Buy’ to ‘Sell’, warning that its proposed $306 million rights issue offers limited debt relief and could be followed by further equity fundraising or lower dividends. The post Asia Gaming eBrief: Genting rights plan raises further funding concer…
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Zitro Digital expands Peru presence through Betmaster.pe partnership
Full online portfolio goes live
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Wazdan expands in Denmark through Danske Spil partnership
Wazdan, the gain-focused developer, has strengthened its presence in Denmark through its latest partnership with tier one operator Danske Spil Casino. The post Wazdan expands in Denmark through Danske Spil partnership first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Maybank warns Genting Berhad may need more equity funding after $306M rights issue
Genting’s proposed $306 million rights issue offers limited debt relief and risks further equity fundraising, according to Maybank. The post Maybank warns Genting Berhad may need more equity funding after $306M rights issue first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Century Entertainment broadens Philippine gaming ties ahead of resumption deadline
Century Entertainment is widening its Philippine gaming partnerships as it works toward a December 25th deadline to resume trading. The post Century Entertainment broadens Philippine gaming ties ahead of resumption deadline first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Lottomatica-CIRSA deal targets 2027 completion after approvals
The Lottomatica CIRSA merger could take effect in Q2 2027, subject to shareholder approval, regulatory clearance and other conditions. The post Lottomatica-CIRSA deal targets 2027 completion after approvals appeared first on CasinoBeats.
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Genting Bhd proposes US$306 million rights issue to cut debt, with Lim family backing
Malaysian gaming giant Genting Berhad has announced a proposed renounceable rights issue of new ordinary shares in the company, with […]
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Macau’s Chief Executive says no consideration given to lowering this year’s GGR forecast
Macau’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) has suffered year-on-year declines for the past four months in a row, however Macau’s Chief […]
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Lottomatica and CIRSA Approve Merger Plan to Create Gaming Industry Giant
Lottomatica Group and CIRSA Enterprises have signed a joint merger plan that establishes the terms of the merger of the Spanish gaming group into its Italian counterpart. The deal was revealed in September and confirmed in a joint statement on October 8 to bolster the international gambling and sports betting business…
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EU iGaming weekly: Jumpman RGD win, ICE deal, Sportradar’s Synergy sale
Jumpman Gaming won its appeal against £13.2 million in HMRC duty assessments, Informa agreed to buy ICE owner… The post EU iGaming weekly: Jumpman RGD win, ICE deal, Sportradar’s Synergy sale appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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TRF3 derruba liminar da Stake um dia depois e restabelece efeitos da MP das bets
Presidente do tribunal, desembargador Johonsom Di Salvo, atende a pedido da União, vê "grave lesão à ordem pública" e risco de efeito multiplicador; decisão vale até o trânsito em julgado do mandado de segurança The post TRF3 derruba liminar da Stake um dia depois e restabelece efeitos da MP das bets appeared first on…
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Billionaire Mike Repole Secures $1M Stake in Churchill Downs
American entrepreneur, businessman, and racehorse owner Mike Repole has taken a big stake in thoroughbred horse racing company Churchill Downs. This acquisition comes amid share-related struggles for the latter party. Mike Repole Is Optimistic About Churchill Downs’ Business Churchill Downs has cemented itself as a ma…
Read summary →Google expands YouTube ad space for gambling firms
YouTube Masthead campaigns are set to become available for online gambling advertisers, according to new policy updates from Google. The updates come at a time when campaigning against gambling adverts is arguably at an all-time high in countries such as the UK, Australia and the US. But Google has gone against the gr…
Read summary →La justicia de São Paulo autorizó a Stake a operar hasta el 25 de octubre
La Justicia Federal de São Paulo concedió ayer una medida cautelar parcial a Stake Brazil, permitiendo a la empresa seguir explotando apuestas hasta el 25 de octubre de 2026, siempre […]
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Stake Allowed to Stay in Brazil for a Bit Longer Amid Industry Shutdown
A Brazilian court has agreed to grant Stake Brazil a short reprieve from the local betting ban. This will allow the company to operate for a bit longer as the local gaming industry faces a shutdown. Stake Allowed to Remain Operational Until October 25 Brazil just shook the gambling sector to its core by taking […]
Read summary →Lottomatica Sets CIRSA Merger Payout Plan
Merger Plan Sets Exchange Terms The boards of Lottomatica Group and CIRSA Enterprises approved a common merger plan for their proposed… The post Lottomatica Sets CIRSA Merger Payout Plan appeared first on iGaming Express.
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PrizePicks names Anthony Edwards its first NBA brand ambassador in multi-year deal
Partnership covers ads and social media
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Hard Rock Bet becomes presenting sponsor of Tkachuk brothers’ ‘Wingmen’ podcast
Weekly episodes on major platforms
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Lottomatica and CIRSA boards approve merger plan ahead of November votes
Independent expert BDO has confirmed the fairness of the exchange ratio, and CIRSA shareholders will vote on the… The post Lottomatica and CIRSA boards approve merger plan ahead of November votes appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Read summary →More analysts back Entain and Flutter turnarounds after dismal 2026 on stock markets
City analysts appear more optimistic on the future of Flutter Entertainment and Entain on public markets despite both profiles being impacted by huge stock declines in 2026 trading to date. Recently relegated off the London Stock Exchange’s (LSE) prestigious FTSE 100 to the FTSE 250, the underperforming stock of Entai…
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IG Group CEO: Underdog deal key to breaking free from UK dependence
Breon Corcoran reveals to investors that Underdog is set to more than double the firm's US revenue and increase US monthly active customers by more than tenfold The post IG Group CEO: Underdog deal key to breaking free from UK dependence appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Wynn UAE Casino to Surpass Revenue Forecasts
Wynn Resorts could generate more gaming revenue than expected from its planned casino resort in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Wolfe Research said. The investment firm cites the emerging market and Singapore, where a handful of integrated resorts have delivered strong financial results. Wolfe Research Predicts Strong…
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