EventsSAGSE strengthens international strategy, connecting Latin America with the world's leading gaming industry eventsWith a focus on expanding the industry's international reach, SAGSE Latam has announced the renewal and expansion of its strategic partnerships with some of the most influential events on the global trade show circuit…
FinanceTaxing Times Across EuropeIn this column, Scott Longley discusses how Europe’s listed gambling operators are cutting costs, protecting customer investment and pursuing consolidation as higher taxes reshape their operating plans and financial…ELA Games Named Best Game Studio At SiGMA World Awards 2026Regulation & Law
RegulatorsHaiti establishes national gambling regulator ANJHA
A new regulator creates a formal framework but adds licensing and payment requirements for operators.
RegulatorsUS House panel to examine college sports gambling on 11 November amid integrity concerns
A congressional hearing could clarify college betting policy but reflects growing integrity concerns.
- iGaming
ONJN to begin review of Romania’s analogue gambling laws
Romania's review may resolve inconsistent rules but also signals continued regulatory uncertainty.
- Player Protection
“We are coming after you” – UK Gambling Commission vows to wipe out illegal bookies
A crackdown on illegal bookies threatens unlicensed operators and raises enforcement pressure.
- News
Brazilian Judge Faces Complaint Over Ruling Favouring Betting Operators
A complaint against a judge over an operator-favouring ruling creates legal and regulatory uncertainty.
Legal & complianceUK High Court extends interim protection to Spribe in Aviator game dispute
Interim court protection helps Spribe defend its game brand and reduce customer confusion.
- Featured News
Supreme Court suspends legal challenges against Brazil gambling ban
Suspending challenges to Brazil's ban blocks operators from seeking a return through the courts.
Legal & complianceArgentina’s ruling-party Senate leader says online gambling bill will advance
Proposed restrictions on underage gambling and betting advertising could limit operator marketing.
RegulatorsSupreme Court halts 19 lawsuits against Brazil’s betting ban, blocking operators’ return
The court action prevents licensed operators from using lower-court challenges to return to Brazil.
LegalKenyan operators call upon their government to annul licensing fees and capital requirements
Operators challenging fees and capital requirements could gain lower entry costs if the government agrees.
LegislationUK launches independent review of Gambling Act 2005 amid digital shift
The UK review may modernise gambling rules but could also produce new restrictions for operators.
iGamingIllegal betting website traffic surges 19-fold in Britain since 2021 says IFHA
Rising traffic to illegal betting sites threatens licensed operators and increases regulatory pressure.
Legal & complianceNew commission opens review into whether UK needs a new Gambling Act
A review could modernise UK rules, but its outcome may bring either opportunities or tighter controls.
LegalBrazil federal court overturns CDA Gaming injunction due to ‘regulatory instability’
Losing an injunction removes CDA Gaming's temporary right to operate amid regulatory instability.
Legal & complianceArgentina faces renewed pressure to advance online gambling bill
Pressure for advertising restrictions could reduce visibility and growth opportunities for online gambling.
Legal & complianceDominican Republic names seven authorised online gambling operators
Identifying authorised operators supports a clearer licensed market and creates formal entry opportunities.
Casino & Slots
Land Based CasinosMohegan Sun Arena undergoes renovation with new hospitality and digital upgrades
Arena investment and digital upgrades can improve the venue's customer experience and commercial appeal.
Land Based CasinosEncore Boston Harborstrike ends as 1,300 workers approve new contract
The new contract ends a disruptive strike, though the dispute coincided with declining gaming revenue.
Land Based CasinosOklahoma: Choctaw Casino & Resort – Pocola breaks ground on $140m expansion
A $140m casino expansion increases capacity and broadens the resort's leisure offering.
Land Based CasinosLas Vegas: Rio Hotel & Casino opens renovated William Hill sportsbook
The renovated sportsbook adds technology, wagering options and hospitality improvements.
Online GamingMelBet Partners & Affiliates Global Competition enters final stage with live quiz and prizes
A global affiliate competition supports partner engagement and promotional visibility for MelBet.
- News
Zingo Bingo Launches £675k Championship Campaign
A £675k campaign creates promotional activity and potential engagement for the bingo brand.
- News
Holland Casino Begins Construction of New Groningen Venue
A new casino venue represents expansion and increased operating activity in Groningen.
CasinoBlackjack player sues Louisiana casinos and police over alleged sharing of personal information
A lawsuit over shared customer information creates legal and privacy risk for casinos.
Industry
- Features
Ivy Bet: Why international breaks are proving more profitable than expected
International breaks are proving more profitable, creating an unexpected commercial opportunity for betting.
- Comment
Gaming in Germany 2026: “It’s time we take off the gloves with Meta”
Germany's compromised licensed offer signals regulatory problems that can weaken the legal market.
- News
Nigeria Launches First Free National Gambling Harm Helpline
A national harm helpline supports safer gambling and may improve the sector's public standing.
- News
UK Government Allocates £39.7m in Gambling Harm Funding
More funding for gambling harm initiatives supports safer operations and public confidence.
- News
Slapjack Seeks Three Content Creators After Reaching 4,000 Users In First Month
Rapid user growth and creator recruitment indicate early traction for Slapjack.
- News
Flippin’ Fish Catches The Imagination As GAMOMAT’s Latest Release
A new game release expands GAMOMAT's content offering and creates fresh commercial potential.
Markets & Entry
- iGaming
Playtech banks on Florida against UK and Brazil gut punches
Higher UK taxes and Brazil's ban are hurting Playtech, despite support from other markets.
- News
How Video Pre-Roll Turned India Into A Growth Market For An iGaming Operator
Video pre-roll helped create growth in India, highlighting a promising market opportunity.
- News
Octoplay Enters South Africa Through Hollywoodbets Partnership
Octoplay's Hollywoodbets deal opens access to the South African market.
- News
Juíza Brasileira É Alvo de Representação Após Decisão Favorável a Operadores de Apostas
A complaint against a judge over an operator-favouring ruling creates legal and regulatory uncertainty.
Prediction marketsResearchers detect suspicious activity on El-Sayed, Ricketts’ trades in 2026 midterms
Scrutiny of trading activity raises integrity questions, but experts dispute claims of wrongdoing.
Prediction marketsFive prediction market operators restrict Utah services amid Kalshi criminal cas
Operators restricting Utah services shows legal pressure is reducing available prediction market activity.
People
- News
Clast Launches As The Front Page Of iGaming Leadership
A new leadership-focused platform adds an industry media and networking offering.
- Featured News
Will self-appointed Gambling Policy Commission find favour with Labour?
A proposed legislative upgrade could modernise the UK market but may also introduce tighter rules.
PeopleBragg taps COO Morten Tonnesen for chief executive officer as Mazij steps aside
A planned chief executive transition changes leadership while retaining the outgoing chief in an advisory role.
InterviewsSujit Lahiry: “We should move away from technology-led innovation towards outcome-led innovation”
The interview advocates outcome-led innovation, offering strategic direction rather than an immediate market change.
InterviewsKambi: "We have a number of exciting on-demand betting products we are looking forward to rolling out in the near future"
New on-demand betting products could expand Kambi's offering and support more detailed sports wagering.
Betting
- Sportsbook
Allwyn’s partners with Kambi to step up sportsbook technology game
Kambi's technology deal can strengthen Allwyn's sportsbook capabilities and competitive position.
- Sportsbook
Bally’s Intralot has the latest on evoke deal as Q3 revenue rises 250%
The evoke acquisition is progressing, although further regulatory approvals delay completion.
Online sports bettingEx-Beasley teammate Ed Davis intends to plead guilty in NBA betting case
Guilty pleas in an NBA betting case intensify integrity concerns around sports betting.
EsportsItaly’s gambling regulator set to oversee esports halls
Putting esports halls under supervision and taxation could increase costs and regulatory burdens.
Events
- News
Cubeia And QTech Tee Up Exclusive Executive Golf Event In Marbella
An executive event supports industry relationships but has limited direct business impact.
- News
GR8_TECH Shares The Trends Shaping iGaming In 2027 After SiGMA World
Industry trend analysis may guide operators, but it does not itself change market conditions.
- News
iGaming News Editor Abigail Welch Nominated For Woman Leader Of The Year At AffPapa Awards LATAM 2026
A leadership nomination recognises industry talent and supports the nominee's professional profile.
M&A & Finance
CompaniesBETBY wins SiGMA World and ACE Alliance awards in Rome for its Predictions product and sportsbook platform
Two awards validate BETBY's sportsbook and predictions products and support its market profile.
FinanceSix months on, Resorts World NYC is growing, but its revenue isn’t
Resorts World NYC is growing but flat revenue raises concerns about the new market's potential.
CompaniesPENN plans stronger Texas lobbying push after midterm elections
More lobbying could improve the prospects for gambling expansion in Texas and other markets.