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Burnham to scrap ‘aim to permit’ for UK betting shops amid continued closures
The prime minister also noted that adult gaming centres will need planning approval under new rules. He described betting shops and vape shops as "dodgy businesses".
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Turkey’s Horse Racing Betting Model Faces Early Scrutiny
Seven months into a 10-year contract, Turkey’s new horse racing betting operator is already facing questions over agent commissions, ownership ties and the transparency of the deal that put it in charge. United Racing Şans Oyunları took over the pari-mutuel betting system linked to Türkiye Jokey Kulübü (TJK) at the st…
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Ronaldinho Named Global Brand Ambassador for Sesame
Football Celebrity Partnerships Expand In Bulgaria’s Betting Market Sesame has appointed former Brazil international Ronaldinho as its Global Brand Ambassador.… The post Ronaldinho Named Global Brand Ambassador for Sesame appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Andy Burnham deals final blow to ‘Aim to Permit’ UK retail betting rule
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has dealt a big blow to high street betting shops with a pledge to revoke the Aim to Permit rule around gambling licensing. A large number of UK local governments have been calling for the Aim to Permit rule to be scrapped for some time, and Burnham has been sympathetic […]
Read summary →UK Councils Get Powers to Block Betting Shops
UK Government Targets Local Control Over Retail Gambling Venues Plans to scrap the “aim to permit” principle in the UK’s… The post UK Councils Get Powers to Block Betting Shops appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →BETBY Report Tracks World Cup Retention
World Cup Traffic Lifted Activity BETBY’s new report examines player engagement before, during and after the 2026 World Cup across… The post BETBY Report Tracks World Cup Retention appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Why the 2026 World Cup proved product innovation now wins sportsbooks
For every major football tournament, the industry debates the same questions. Will turnover exceed expectations? Which teams will drive the biggest betting volumes? And perhaps most importantly, how many newly acquired customers can operators retain once the final whistle blows? The 2026 FIFA World Cup certainly answe…
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NY Sportsbooks Hit $214.4M in July Revenue as Win Rate Surges
Higher Hold Lifts New York Sports Betting Revenue In July New York’s eight online sportsbooks generated $214.4m in gross gaming… The post NY Sportsbooks Hit $214.4M in July Revenue as Win Rate Surges appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Media Troopers Expands Into Prediction Markets With 2026 US Conference Push
11 August 2026 — Media Troopers, a leading digital and acquisition group, is expanding into the prediction markets sector as the rapidly developing industry attracts growing attention across gaming and fintech. The company is also preparing for an extensive US conference schedule for the remainder of 2026. Its busines…
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How the EFL Championship has become a betting battleground
The EFL Championship has become a hotbed for gambling marketing over the summer. Betting brands from relative market newcomer Mr Q to heritage UK operator Coral have all been vying to get a piece of the pie in English football’s second tier – and we shouldn’t really be surprised. Why are betting firms targeting the […]
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El campeón de UFC Charles Oliveira se presentará en el Super Stage en la Cumbre SBC 2026
El campeón de peso ligero de UFC, Charles Oliveira, poseedor de los récords históricos de UFC por mayor número de finalizaciones, victorias por... Leer más... La entrada El campeón de UFC Charles Oliveira se presentará en el Super Stage en la Cumbre SBC 2026 se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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BC.GAME: “The World Cup should not be viewed solely as an opportunity to increase sportsbook volume”
In an exclusive interview with Focus Gaming News, a BC.GAME spokesperson discusses how the 2026 World Cup drove cross-product engagement, highlighting the importance of regional localisation for improved retention. Exclusive interview.- For BC.GAME, the 2026 FIFA World Cup was more than a test of sportsbook demand. Th…
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How to run a sportsbook in 2026, according to SOFTSWISS: From traffic spike to long-term retention
In the following special report, SOFTSWISS explores how sportsbooks can retain players following traffic spikes, like the $240bn wagered during the 2026 World Cup, through platform resilience and personalisation. Opinion.- The 2026 FIFA World Cup ran 104 matches in just over a month. An estimated $240bn was wagered on…
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New BETBY playbook guides operators on retaining World Cup bettors
BETBY, the Tier 1 B2B sportsbook supplier, has unveiled its latest operator playbook, “The World Cup Is Over. Now What? Win Engagement, Cut Churn, Grow LTV,” offering actionable insights and data-driven strategies to help operators sustain player engagement, reduce churn, and maximize long-term customer value beyond o…
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SABA Sports delivers strong platform performance during the 2026 World Cup
CLIENT PROMOTION SABA Sports has released its 2026 World Cup performance results, highlighting the stability, scalability and efficiency of its […]
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FanDuel Reaffirms Safer Gaming Commitment, Highlights Kindbridge Tie-Up
FanDuel has reiterated its commitment to championing responsible gambling by highlighting its successful partnership with Kindbridge Behavioral Health. The two organizations have been working together for a while, gradually growing their relationship. Kindbridge Is the Perfect Fit for FanDuel According to FanDuel, res…
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Brazil prepares further curbs on online betting design
Brazil is preparing new restrictions for online betting platforms, including limits on rapid wagering, autoplay and interface features that may encourage compulsive play. The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) is expected to issue an ordinance introducing further consumer-protection and technical requirements for…
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PGA Tour FedEx St. Jude Championship Odds, Picks, and Predictions
The PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup Series Playoffs begin with this week’s St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis. The top 70 golfers have advanced to compete in the first playoff event. Only the top 50 will advance to next week’s BMW Championship. Justin Rose is the tournament’s defending champion. St. Jude Champions…
Read summary →Penn Sits Out Sports Betting Spending War As Analysts Back Strategy
Penn Entertainment will not be among the sportsbook operators spending heavily on promotions this football season, a strategy Wall Street largely endorsed following the company’s second-quarter... The post Penn Sits Out Sports Betting Spending War As Analysts Back Strategy appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
Read summary →CFTC Reminds Prediction Markets They Do Not Run Sportsbooks
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has told prediction markets and intermediaries that displaying event contract prices in American sportsbook-style odds is likely misleading and could violate... The post CFTC Reminds Prediction Markets They Do Not Run Sportsbooks appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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São Paulo weighs betting ad restrictions after outdoor spending surge
ANJL oppposes proposal São Paulo City Council
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Trump Media, Crypto.com scrap plan to bring prediction markets to Truth Social
Companies abandon CRO treasury venture US President Donald Trump.
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CFTC Orders Clear Pricing, Warns Against “American” Odds
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued a warning to prediction markets, telling them to stop using American‑style gambling odds in their listings. The regulator made clear that contracts must be presented in nominal or percentage terms that reflect market pricing, not in formats borrowed from sportsbooks.…
Read summary →FeedConstruct se asocia con la Malta Premier League para distribuir derechos globales de datos y streaming
El acuerdo contempla los derechos exclusivos de streaming de video a nivel mundial para todos los partidos de la competición, además de derechos oficiales de datos que pasarán a ser exclusivos después del primer año. FeedConstruct ha anunciado una nueva alianza con la Malta Premier League para asegurar los derechos gl…
Read summary →Charles Oliveira llevará su experiencia de UFC al Super Stage de SBC Summit 2026
El campeón de peso ligero de UFC participará como embajador de la marca Aviator, con encuentros en el stand de SPRIBE y una presentación en el escenario principal del evento. El campeón de peso ligero de UFC, Charles Oliveira, será una de las figuras destacadas de SBC Summit 2026, donde participará durante dos jornada…
Read summary →The CFTC Warns Prediction Markets to Drop Sportsbook-Style Odds
The federal regulator says pricing displays that obscure market depth or mislead traders could violate federal rules against manipulative practices. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has warned the prediction market industry against displaying event-contract prices using the American odds format made fam…
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Wall Street Bets: DraftKings, Penn Entertainment, Inspired Entertainment, New York online sports betting
J.P. Morgan’s Dan Politzer examined the recent DraftKings’ earnings call on August 7: “DraftKings’ report itself was better than feared, as 2Q Adjusted EBITDA of $115 million was similar to J. P. Morgan’s Equity Strategy/buy-side expectations and investors were relieved that the company maintained its financial year 2…
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Sponsored PR: DATA.BET brings esports betting to Hollywoodbets
Partnership grants access to a complete, ready-to-launch technology offering spanning odds feed, streaming and risk management
Read summary →Kalshi Geofencing, Earnings, NFL Preseason Lead Gambling Stories to Watch This Week
Michigan and Nevada are set to become the first two states to force Kalshi to geofence its platform, marking a new phase in the fight over prediction market sports contracts. Prediction markets continue to drive the gambling industry news this week, with enforcement measures taking effect in Michigan and Nevada, court…
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New York's July mobile betting revenue tops $214M on rebounding hold rate
Handle hits $1.88B, driven by World Cup
Read summary →Two ex-NBA players target WNBA rules over transgender eligibility
The WNBA is currently planning on holding discussions with its teams and players after several comments and statements have been made regarding the status of transgender players competing in the league. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has revealed to the league’s teams plans to address the ongoing controversy regard…
Read summary →Charles Oliveira, leyenda de UFC, estará en el Super Stage de SBC Summit 2026
El excampeón de peso ligero de la UFC, Charles Oliveira, poseedor de los récords históricos de la UFC en finalizaciones, victorias por sumisión y bonificaciones posteriores al combate, participará en […]
Read summary →Turkey’s Horse Racing Monopoly Faces Scrutiny
State-Controlled Racing Reform Faces Early Pressure in Turkey Turkey’s new commercial structure for horse racing betting is facing scrutiny seven… The post Turkey’s Horse Racing Monopoly Faces Scrutiny appeared first on iGaming Express.
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GANHEI renews FIRST.bet sportsbook technology partnership in Brazil
Extending their relationship
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BOYLE Sports secures title rights to Leeds-Manchester United preseason clash
First Croke Park football fixture in over a decade
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DATA.BET partners with Hollywoodbets to launch esports betting in South Africa
Features 770-plus markets in 30+ disciplines
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Major sporting events and digital payments: the challenge of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Analysis by Pronto Paga
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Philippine gaming industry down 20 per cent in second quarter
Decline was driven by the impact of inflation and the geopolitical crisis in the Middle East The Philippine gaming industry generated Php88.13bn in gross gaming revenues (GGR) during the second quarter of 2026, down 20.33 per cent from the Php110.63bn in the same period last year According to PAGCOR Chairman and CEO A…
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From billionaire owners to AI predictions: TheSportsGeek.com gears up for NFL Season
TheSportsGeek.com, one of the internet’s most trusted online betting resources, active since 2008, has opened its Beat the Geek contest, a free-to-enter competition this hub hopes to turn into an annual tradition. Famous for its blog section, in-depth analysis, and fun content, TSG’s staff of sector veterans, boasting…
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BETBY Playbook reveals how operators can turn World Cup players into retention decisions
What to do when the casual audience goes quiet and hard-won traffic starts to slip away BETBY, the Tier 1 B2B sportsbook supplier, has published a new operator playbook titled “The World Cup Is Over. Now What? Win Engagement, Cut Churn, Grow LTV.” The 2026 World Cup; 48 teams, 104 matches, 39 days, was the […]
Read summary →Genius Sports CEO says prediction market rise is a win-win as Legend synergies begin to show
Genius Sports’ Chief Executive Officer, Mark Locke, has made clear that the rise of prediction markets is a win-win for the NYSE-listed company. It follows the business securing partnerships with the sector’s two dominant forces in Kalshi and Polymarket earlier in the week. Locke affirmed his confidence in working wit…
Read summary →Entain Taps Barron McCann for Multi Year IT Support Across 2,000 UK Shops
Retail Betting Support Remains Active in the UK Entain has signed a three-year IT support agreement for the Ladbrokes Coral retail… The post Entain Taps Barron McCann for Multi Year IT Support Across 2,000 UK Shops appeared first on iGaming Express.
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86.4% more traffic, then what? BETBY playbook reveals how operators can turn World Cup players into retention decisions
BETBY has published a new playbook to help operators sustain player engagement and minimise churn following the 2026 World Cup. Press release.- BETBY has published a new operator playbook titled “The World Cup Is Over. Now What? Win Engagement, Cut Churn, Grow LTV.” The 2026 World Cup — 48 teams, 104 matches, 39 days …
Read summary →UFC legend Charles Oliveira to take the Super Stage at SBC Summit 2026
Former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira, holder of UFC’s all-time records for most finishes, submission wins and post-fight bonuses, will appear at SBC Summit 2026 across two days as an Aviator brand ambassador, courtesy of award-winning game developer SPRIBE. Oliveira will meet attendees at the SPRIBE booth …
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Boss of Veteran Offshore Sportsbook Ordered to Forfeit $25 Million
A Costa Rica-based businessman who admitted to helping run the offshore sportsbook Tradewinds has avoided prison after he was sentenced to probation and ordered to forfeit $25 million in gambling proceeds. According to recently surfaced federal court records, Michael Lawrence “Scott” Brannon pleaded guilty in February…
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Orangutan and GodLike reach PMWC Grand Finals at EWC 2026
Week 5 of EWC 2026 delivered a landmark for Indian mobile esports alongside title wins in Honor of… The post Orangutan and GodLike reach PMWC Grand Finals at EWC 2026 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Read summary →UFC Champion Charles Oliveira to take the Super Stage at SBC Summit 2026
UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira, holder of UFC’s all-time records for most finishes, submission wins and post-fight bonuses, will appear at SBC Summit 2026 across two days as an Aviator brand ambassador, courtesy of award-winning game developer SPRIBE. Oliveira will meet attendees at the SPRIBE booth (A416) …
Read summary →Entain’s three-year contract suggests all hope not lost for Ladbrokes Coral
At a time when retail betting operations in the UK are being rolled back, Ladbrokes Coral owner Entain has penned a deal suggesting the opposite. The company has signed a three-year contract with Barron McCann, an onsite and remote IT support services provider. The contract entails multi-device engineering support and…
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Football fever in casino lobbies: what the Blask data shows
Major football tournaments create a visible shift inside casino lobbies. As attention grows, operators move themed content closer to the surface, but not every rise comes from a campaign push. For Blask, the useful question is which titles were already gaining space before the market peaked, and which appeared only on…
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CANAL+ secures UEFA club competition rights across Sub-Saharan Africa until 2031
CANAL+ has secured exclusive rights in all languages to broadcast the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League across more than 40 Sub-Saharan African countries. The four-season partnership begins in mid-2027 and runs until 2031, with coverage divided between SuperSport and CANAL+ Sport acc…
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Home Is Where The Heat Is, Can New York Burst The Prediction Markets Bubble
New York, home of the leading prediction markets, has become the latest of 16 U.S. states to declare legislative war on the... Read More...
Read summary →Turkey’s racing makeover clouded by vested interests
The new commercial structure applied to Turkish horseracing has come under scrutiny, as concerns are raised on a squeeze of commission fees, and conflicts of interest on ownership. This year will see a strategic shift for Turkish racing, as the sport looks to revitalise its commercial structure, with ownership of the …
Read summary →What the 2026 World Cup taught RightBet about volatility, pricing and sportsbook risk
The 2026 FIFA World Cup rewrote football’s record books long before the final whistle. Expanded to 48 teams, staged across three host nations and featuring 104 matches, the tournament presented sportsbooks with an operational challenge unlike anything they had experienced before. While the additional fixtures created …
Read summary →What operators actually need from a sportsbook platform during the biggest betting events
Kanggiten examines the challenges facing sportsbook operators during peak sports seasons, and explains for SBC News how platform resilience, content depth and prediction markets can help operators manage surging demand while creating new opportunities for engagement and growth. Peak sports seasons expose every weaknes…
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Polymarket becomes New York Yankees’ prediction partner
Polymarket has announced that it has been named as the official prediction market partner of the New York Yankees for the rest of the 2026 season. Under the agreement, Polymarket’s branding will be displayed at Yankee Stadium during their games, with additional LED branding materials set to appear around the stadium b…
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The World Cup Verdict: Where demand really peaked
An exclusive Blask report for Focus Gaming News reveals global World Cup interest peaked on July 4, exceeding the July 19 final by 30 per cent across 43 markets. Special report.- Spain were crowned world champions on July 19, beating Argentina, the defending champions, 1-0 in the final, to bring the FIFA World Cup 202…
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Bodog returns as media brand after closing casino and sportsbook
Bodog has relaunched as an independent media platform, marking a sharp departure from the gambling operations that built its name. The company stopped operating as a casino and sportsbook this past February. Its new website instead focuses on editorial content, research and commentary across several consumer sectors. …
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