Pacific Pearl Casino to open in Papua New Guinea with 100 slots and 20 tables

Pacific Pearl Casino is set to open in Papua New Guinea, when it will become the first casino on the island for almost two decades.
Phil Martin

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Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King

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Blueprint Gaming introduces expanding reels to Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King

Blueprint Gaming is ready to take one of the UK’s renowned slot franchises to new heights through the launch of Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King, with the underwater release led by Gold Fisherman, who can expand the reelset during bonus play for strengthened win potential.
Nebraska could still see a referendum held on online betting

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Nebraska petition pushes referendum closer to decide on online sports betting launch in 2026

Nebraska's Secretary of State’s office announced that signature thresholds have been met for both the Online Sports Wagering Authorisation Constitutional Amendment petition and the Online Sports Wagering Regulation Initiative petition to appear on the 2026 general election ballot.
Ainsworth's revenues were down 23 per cent

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Ainsworth blames a ‘lack of a compelling new product’ for North America as revenues fall by 23 per cent

Ainsworth Game Technology saw its six-month revenue fall by 23 per cent to $116.5m, due to challenging trading conditions experienced across all geographic markets with weak consumer sentiment and tough macro economic conditions prevailing.
Encore Boston Harbor

August 25, 2026

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Workers at Encore Boston Harbor to strike and demand fair pay

Over 1,300 workers at Encore Boston Harbor, represented by Teamsters Local 25 and UNITE HERE Local 26, have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike. Local 25 represents 211 workers in the warehouse, horticulture, and floral departments, as well as workers in the call center, cage cashiers, limo drivers and dispatchers,
Amusnet is approved for Alberta

August 27, 2026

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Amusnet Gaming strengthens Canadian presence with Alberta licence

Amusnet Gaming has further strengthened its presence in Canada after securing a conditional licence from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), to supply online gaming content to licensed operators in the province, marking yet another important milestone in the company’s North American expansion strategy.
Sportradar extends EuroLeague Basketball rights deal to 2031

August 26, 2026

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Sportradar extends EuroLeague Basketball rights deal to 2031

Sportradar has agreed a multi-year extension of its partnership with Euroleague Basketball, securing exclusive global distribution of official data and audiovisual betting rights through 2031.
AGS Introduces the Glō cabinet

August 26, 2026

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AGS introduces the Glō cabinet family

AGS, a global gaming supplier of high-performing slot, table, and interactive products, has introduced Glō UR43, a new video cabinet family built around the interaction of light, shape, and surface. Glō UR43, the first model in the family, will make its public debut at G2E 2026.

August 21, 2026

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Merkur Group announces the passing of Paul Gauselmann

Paul Gauselmann, founder and decades-long charismatic leader of the Merkur Group, passed away on 21 August at the age of 91. This is an obituary for one of the last patriarchs of the postwar era - a courageous fighter with grand visions, a proud father, (great-)grandfather and husband.The news of

August 26, 2026

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Where does iGaming demand go during a World Cup?

Blask Index, Blask's real-time measure of search-driven demand for iGaming brands, tells a more uneven story: demand rose by double digits in most tracked countries, but the size of the move, and the day it happened, had almost nothing to do with match importance.

August 25, 2026

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BOYLE Sports named an Official Betting Partner of Nottingham Forest

BOYLE Sports has announced a new partnership with Nottingham Forest, becoming an Official Betting Partner of the club.

August 25, 2026

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JCM enhances the guest experience at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort with Digital Signage Solution installation

The guest experience is flying high at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort with another Digital Signage Solution (DSS) installation from JCM Global (JCM). This latest installation features an LED wall that elevates the guest experience, creating a dynamic visual focal point above one of the casino floor’s exciting bar destinations.The
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Tabcorp fined $158,400 for accepting illegal in-play sports bets

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Tabcorp sees huge profit growth on marginal revenue growth due to strong cost control

Australian betting giant Tabcorp saw revenue grow by 0.8 per cent to $2,636.3m over its 2026 financial year, with growth in both Wagering and Media and Integrity Services, with net profit after tax up 43.6 per cent.
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Grand Lisboa Palace

August 26, 2026

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Lack of satellite casinos continues to drive revenue comparisons down for SJM

Macau operator SJM Holdings saw its revenues fall by 18.5 per cent over the last six months year-on-year to HK$12,084m, as the lack of contributions from satellite casinos bit hard, resulting in a market shareof 9.8 per cent.
Pacific Pearl Casino

August 26, 2026

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Pacific Pearl Casino to open in Papua New Guinea with 100 slots and 20 tables

Pacific Pearl Casino is set to open in Papua New Guinea, when it will become the first casino on the island for almost two decades.
The Plaza has opened a High Limit Slots room

August 26, 2026

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Plaza Hotel & Casino unveils high-limit slots room in Downtown Las Vegas

The Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas is celebrating the official grand opening of its new High Limit Slots Room.
Live tables have launched at Gateway Casinos Sudbury

August 26, 2026

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Gateway Casinos Sudbury launches live tables

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment has launched live table games at Gateway Casinos Sudbury, becoming the first gaming facility in the Greater Sudbury market to offer live dealer table games. The expansion introduces six gaming tables and creates approximately 24 new jobs, a significant investment in Greater Sudbury’s entertainment and hospitality

August 25, 2026

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PAGCOR to launch app to protect online gaming players

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) will launch an application that will enable online gaming players to use only licensed and regulated platforms, the agency told the House of Representatives on Monday, August 24.

August 25, 2026

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SkyCity rejects two takeover proposals

New Zealand operator SkyCity Entertainment has received two takeover bids: one from global investment giant Oaktree Capital Management and one believed to be from Iris Capital, the owner of Casino Canberra and Alice Spring’s Lasseters Hotel Casino in Australia

August 25, 2026

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Workers at Encore Boston Harbor to strike and demand fair pay

Over 1,300 workers at Encore Boston Harbor, represented by Teamsters Local 25 and UNITE HERE Local 26, have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike. Local 25 represents 211 workers in the warehouse, horticulture, and floral departments, as well as workers in the call center, cage cashiers, limo drivers and dispatchers,
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King Fu Frog

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Zitro Digital’s King Fu Frog – Animals has reached the #1 spot in Eilers & Krejcik’s Online Game Performance

Zitro Digital, the online gaming division of global gaming supplier Zitro, has announced that King Fu Frog – Animals, one of its most popular titles, has reached the #1 position in the New Top Game ranks of the July Online Game Performance Report published by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG).
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Fish Evolution: Eat or be Eaten

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Dominator Play makes a splash with Fish Evolution: Eat or Be Eaten

Dominator Play has released Fish Evolution: Eat or Be Eaten, an instant title that takes one of nature's oldest survival instincts and turns it into a progression-powered experience.
Boomstick Blast Link & Loot

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Booming Games releases Boomstick Blast: Link & Loot

Booming Games has launched Boomstick Blast: Link & Loot, an explosive new slot game with Dynamite Boost, Link & Loot and Free Spins features. It boasts a 5x3 grid with
The King: Crimson Crown

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Evoplay unveils latest instalment in its popular royal series The King: Crimson Crown

Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has expanded its popular Crimson Crown series with The King: Crimson Crown, introducing a new character, enhanced bonus gameplay and fresh opportunities to chase jackpot rewards.
Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King

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Blueprint Gaming introduces expanding reels to Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King

Blueprint Gaming is ready to take one of the UK’s renowned slot franchises to new heights through the launch of Fishin’ Frenzy Reely Big Catch Jackpot King, with the underwater release

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MultiCoin mechanic elevates iconic title in Playson’s Coin Strike XXL: Multicoin

Playson marks the return of its popular MULTICOIN mechanic in Coin Strike XXL: Multicoin, providing a highly rewarding upgrade to the chart-topping Coin Strike offering. The coveted MULTICOIN symbols return to the reels following their initial success in Thunder Coins XXL: Multicoin.

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Peter & Sons expands global reach through Novibet partnership

Peter & Sons has further strengthened its international distribution network after signing a new partnership agreement with Novibet, the international GameTech operator active across multiple regulated markets.

August 27, 2026

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Gaming Corps lands multi-market Bally’s Intralot deal

Gaming Corps is bringing its games to one of the industry’s best-known online casino groups through a new partnership with Bally’s Intralot.

August 27, 2026

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Amusnet Gaming strengthens Canadian presence with Alberta licence

Amusnet Gaming has further strengthened its presence in Canada after securing a conditional licence from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), to supply online gaming content to licensed operators in the province, marking yet another important milestone in the company’s North American expansion strategy.
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Fanatics launches NFL season campaign starring Luke Wilson

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Fanatics launches NFL season campaign starring Luke Wilson

Fanatics has launched “Fanatics Town Hall”, a new brand campaign that will run throughout the NFL season and highlight the company’s FanCash rewards currency and wider sports ecosystem.
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Sportradar expands Polymarket partnership across 20-plus sports competitions

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Sportradar expands Polymarket partnership across 20-plus sports competitions

Sportradar and Polymarket have expanded their strategic relationship in the US, broadening the prediction market platform's access to Sportradar's sports data, live content and integrity services.
betTOM branding on Peterborough United’s LED boards during their win over Mansfield

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betTOM scores first major sponsorship with Peterborough

betTOM have agreed a one-year deal with Peterborough United to become the club’s Official Betting Partner. 
Nebraska could still see a referendum held on online betting

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Nebraska petition pushes referendum closer to decide on online sports betting launch in 2026

Nebraska's Secretary of State’s office announced that signature thresholds have been met for both the Online Sports Wagering Authorisation Constitutional Amendment petition and the Online Sports Wagering Regulation Initiative petition to appear on the 2026 general election ballot.
The Script will headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night

August 27, 2026

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The Script to headline SBC Summit 2026 opening night

SBC Summit 2026’s evening programme will open with a headline performance from multi-platinum-selling band The Script, marking one of the largest artist bookings in the event's history.
Sportradar extends EuroLeague Basketball rights deal to 2031

August 26, 2026

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Sportradar extends EuroLeague Basketball rights deal to 2031

Sportradar has agreed a multi-year extension of its partnership with Euroleague Basketball, securing exclusive global distribution of official data and audiovisual betting rights through 2031.

August 25, 2026

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Midnite appoints former FanDuel Canada exec Dale Tang as new General Manager for Canada

Midnite, the hyper-growth UK sportsbook and casino operator, has named Dale Tang as its new General Manager, Canada, strengthening the operator’s North American expertise as it continues to pursue its ambition of becoming a tier-1 operator in global markets.

August 25, 2026

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Altenar appoints Giannis Papakonstantinou as Director of Sportsbook Product

Altenar has strengthened its sportsbook product leadership team with the promotion of Giannis Papakonstantinou to Director of Sportsbook Product.

August 25, 2026

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BOYLE Sports named an Official Betting Partner of Nottingham Forest

BOYLE Sports has announced a new partnership with Nottingham Forest, becoming an Official Betting Partner of the club.

August 25, 2026

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QTech strengthens its elite suite with GoldenRace’s virtual portfolio

QTech, a leading game aggregator for all emerging markets, has signed its latest provider partnership with GoldenRace, enabling its platform customers to access the supplier’s innovative range of virtual sports, alongside a wider variety of numbers and crash games, and a new series of complementary slots.
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BETER is all set for Virginia

August 25, 2026

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BETER reaches tenth US state with Virginia Vendor Registration license

BETER, the award-winning provider of live streams, live data, and odds for esports and sports, has expanded its US footprint into a tenth state after being granted Vendor Registration license to supply its exclusive content to operators in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Phil Martin

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Valetta Malta

August 14, 2026

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Thunderpick World Championship returns to Malta with US$1m prize pool

Thunderpick has confirmed that the Thunderpick World Championship Finals 2026 will take place at BLAST Studios Malta from October 14-18.
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Lewis Pek

Managing Director, G3 Newswire

OG Esports Returns to The International: Filipino Roster Ready to Fight for the Aegis

August 11, 2026

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OG Esports Returns to The International: Filipino Roster Ready to Fight for the Aegis

In 2018 and 2019, OG Esports became the first organisation to win The International back-to-back, cementing its place in esports history.
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DATA.BET launches eSports with Hollywoodbets

August 07, 2026

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DATA.BET brings Esports betting to Hollywoodbets

DATA.BET, a leading sportsbook solution supplier, has signed a new partnership with Hollywoodbets, South Africa's most prominent sports and entertainment betting operator.
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Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

BETBY launches ePadel Tennis and eSumo

August 05, 2026

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BETBY launches two brand-new titles: ePadel Tennis and eSumo

BETBY has expanded its award-winning proprietary esports feed, Betby Games, with the launch of two brand-new titles: ePadel Tennis and eSumo.
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

July 29, 2026

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HyperCon 2026 aims to establish Sri Lanka as South Asia’s next esports hub

HyperCon 2026 will take place in Colombo on August 1 and 2, bringing together Sri Lanka's gaming, esports and digital entertainment communities for what organisers expect to be one of the country's largest events of its kind.

July 16, 2026

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PandaScore powers Thrillzz esports expansion

PandaScore, the award-winning provider of esports odds, stats and betting products, has signed a partnership with Thrillzz, the US social sportsbook built by Geckos Games.

July 16, 2026

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Esportes Gaming Brasil Group receives unprecedented three-brand nomination for Reclame Aqui Awards 2026

The three brands operated by Esportes Gaming Brasil (EGB) have all been shortlisted for the Reclame Aqui Awards 2026, one of Brazil's leading awards recognising excellence in corporate reputation and customer relationships.

July 14, 2026

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IC strikes multi-year BLAST partnership

Competitive entertainment company BLAST has named IC as the Official Online Trading Partner of BLAST Premier and BLAST Slam, marking the online trading brand's entry into global esports.
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Scientific Games' Game Show Experience

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Scientific Games’ omnichannel Game Show Experience has launched in four US markets

Scientific Games' omnichannel SG Signature Linked Game, the Game Show Experience, has officially launched in four US markets, with another nine set to launch by December 1, 2026.
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Phil Martin

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Ainsworth blames a ‘lack of a compelling new product’ for North America as revenues fall by 23 per cent

Ainsworth Game Technology saw its six-month revenue fall by 23 per cent to $116.5m, due to challenging trading conditions experienced across all geographic markets with weak consumer sentiment and tough

August 26, 2026

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DRGT to present player-first, live-tested systems and jackpot technology at G2E

DR Gaming Technology (DRGT) returns to Booth 4405 at The Venetian Expo for the 2026 edition of G2E Las Vegas, where it will showcase how its casino management, cashless, player

August 26, 2026

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GLI earns official regulatory listing in Uzbekistan

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been officially listed by Uzbekistan’s regulatory authority, the National Agency of Perspective Projects of the Republic of Uzbekistan (NAPP), among the laboratories whose testing and

August 26, 2026

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AGS introduces the Glō cabinet family

AGS, a global gaming supplier of high-performing slot, table, and interactive products, has introduced Glō UR43, a new video cabinet family built around the interaction of light, shape, and surface. Glō UR43, the

August 26, 2026

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Milestone Systems helps Resort World Las Vegas turn video data into operational intelligence

Milestone Systems, a leading provider of open platform video management software (VMS), is helping Resorts World Las Vegas (RWLV) bring together security operations, investigations, gaming compliance, and operational intelligence through an open platform video ecosystem built on Milestone XProtect VMS.

August 25, 2026

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Snoqualmie Casino to welcome 15 new Spooky Link machines to gaming floor

Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel is launching 15 new Spooky Link slot machines from Aristocrat Gaming to its gaming floor, bringing a colourful, character-driven gaming experience to guests.

August 25, 2026

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Player-favourite Stampede family expands with release of Buffalo Mega Stampede Grand from Aristocrat Gaming

Now charging onto casino floors across North America, the all-new Buffalo Mega Stampede Grand slot game from Aristocrat Gaming is the latest expansion of the successful Stampede slot family, bringing operators a proven performer with exciting new features for players and even more reason to yell out “Buffalooo.”

August 25, 2026

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JCM enhances the guest experience at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort with Digital Signage Solution installation

The guest experience is flying high at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort with another Digital Signage Solution (DSS) installation from JCM Global (JCM). This latest installation features an LED wall that elevates the guest experience, creating a dynamic visual focal point above one of the casino floor’s exciting bar destinations.The
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Brazil pledges to open up betting authorisation files

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Brazilian lawmaker proposes betting ban

Brazilian lawmaker Rodrigo Rollemberg has introduced legislation that would effectively ban fixed-odds betting in the country, including operations run from overseas.
Lawmaker calls out Lula for hypocritical stance over sports betting in Brazil

August 24, 2026

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Lula hardens stance on betting as gambling emerges as 2026 election issue

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has significantly hardened his position on sports betting, saying he would end online betting in Brazil unless he is convinced that the sector has a social purpose, as gambling increasingly emerges as an issue in the country's 2026 presidential election.
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August 24, 2026

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Senator questions government focus on illegal land based gambling in Chile

Chilean senator Karim Bianchi has questioned the government's approach to illegal gambling, arguing that enforcement against unauthorised physical gaming venues should be accompanied by greater scrutiny of online betting platforms.
Luis Alberto Gama — former director of Uruguay's Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas

August 20, 2026

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Gama warns illegal gambling is thriving in the shadows

In a recently published opinion piece, Luis Alberto Gama - former director of Uruguay's Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas and now managing partner at Gaming Consultores, the regional advisory firm he co-founded with fellow former regulators from Peru and Paraguay - makes the case that illegal gambling's biggest problem
Chile’s tax authority defends its VAT resolution on foreign online betting platforms before the

August 17, 2026

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Chile deputies call for betting advertising ban on television

Two Chilean deputies have asked the National Television Council (CNTV) to suspend television advertising by online betting operators at all times, arguing that continued promotion of the platforms is incompatible with the country’s efforts to block unauthorised betting websites.
Chile fast tracks new ban on footballers promoting online betting brands

August 17, 2026

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Chile deputies call for betting advertising ban on television

Two Chilean deputies have asked the National Television Council (CNTV) to suspend television advertising by online betting operators at all times, arguing that continued promotion of the platforms is incompatible with the country’s efforts to block unauthorised betting websites.

August 10, 2026

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Mexico proposes changes to betting law

A lawmaker from Mexico's ruling Morena party in Mexico City's Congress has proposed amendments to the Federal Games and Sweepstakes Law aimed at tackling gambling addiction and introducing tighter controls on online gambling.

August 07, 2026

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LOTERJ chief calls for regulation to match innovation

How to balance innovation, legal certainty and consumer protection in a market moving at the speed of technology was one of the central questions Fabíola Esteves, president of LOTERJ, Rio de Janeiro's state lottery and betting regulator, addressed during a panel at Rio Innovation Week, one of Latin America's largest

August 06, 2026

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Deputy introduces bill to repeal betting law and ban online gambling in Brazil

A Brazilian federal deputy has introduced legislation that would repeal the country's regulated betting framework and prohibit fixed-odds betting nationwide, marking the latest parliamentary attempt to reverse gambling liberalisation.

August 03, 2026

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Brazil’s Supreme Court to hear constitutional challenge to gambling ban

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) is set to examine whether the country's long-standing criminal prohibition on games of chance is compatible with the 1988 Constitution, in a closely watched case that could reshape the legal foundations of land-based gambling.
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Sportradar's Nikolaus Beier

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World Cup acquisition to long-term value

Nikolaus, ahead of the World Cup we spoke about flexibility, timing and real-time activation. Looking back, what did the tournament actually deliver?
A Fundamental Shift: what removing ‘aim to permit’ could mean for betting shops

August 26, 2026

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A Fundamental Shift: what removing ‘aim to permit’ could mean for UK betting shops

Gareth, how significant would it be to remove the ‘aim to permit’ principle from the Gambling Act 2005?
Why football traffic needs more than "Odds and Offers"

August 26, 2026

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Why football traffic needs more than “Odds and Offers”

The Premier League does not begin when the first ball is kicked, not really.
Matt Sutton COO TrafficGuard

August 21, 2026

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TrafficGuard: The World Cup exposed the hidden cost of player acquisition

Matt, TrafficGuard estimates that more than $100m of betting advertising spend delivered no new player value during the World Cup. Was that higher than you expected?
Pierre Lindh

August 21, 2026

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Beyond betting: Prediction markets’ next frontier

Pierre, you’ve described this as the first-ever use of a prediction market to hedge a conference. Where did the idea come from, and how much was about reducing risk as opposed to demonstrating a real-world commercial application for prediction markets?

August 20, 2026

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Racing Risks Pricing out the Bookies

Greg, you’ve raised the issue of media rights as a major factor in the pressure faced by retail betting shops. How significant have increases in racing media rights become?The increases have been substantial. Five years ago, our media rights costs were approximately £40,000 per shop per year including VAT. Three

August 20, 2026

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Beyond the baseline

Peter, what convinced you that Elite Competitions - and the prize competition sector more broadly - was the right next challenge after bet365?

August 14, 2026

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Superstar Revolution: how the 2026 World Cup rewrote football betting

The biggest betting story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup wasn’t the record number of matches, the expanded 48-team format or even Spain lifting the trophy. It was the shift in customer behaviour.Across EveryMatrix Sports, bettors behaved differently to any previous global football tournament we’ve analysed. Traditional match betting remained

August 13, 2026

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The Ultimate Enduring Classic

Stefan, Classic Pools has survived for more than a century. What do you think is the single biggest reason it has remained relevant when so many betting products have come and gone?The biggest reason is that Classic Pools has always been easy to understand and enjoyable to play. Football has

August 11, 2026

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From Player Data to Player Intelligence

Christopher, everyone talks about delivering a single customer view, but what does a truly unified player profile look like today, and why has it become essential for operators?Data fragmentation is one of the biggest challenges operators face. Operators often have vast amounts of player data spread across multiple platforms, making

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