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 his death has sent shockwaves through the Group’s head office in Merkur-Allee in Espelkamp and throughout the production halls in Paul-Gauselmann-Straße in Lübbecke. None of the staff members can bring themselves to accept that PG – as they respectfully and affectionately called him – will not be pulling up at
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Olympus Gold Rush from Evoplay

August 24, 2026

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Evoplay strikes divine gold with new release Olympus Gold Rush

Evoplay has ascended to the peak of Mount Olympus with Olympus Gold Rush, its latest 4x3 slot from Evoplay Studios, bringing together a pantheon of Greek gods, jackpot-fuelled gameplay and a wealth of bonus features.
The BGC has presented some alarming figures on the black market

August 24, 2026

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UK’s black market to take £800m in bets across the new Premier League season

The illegal gambling black market is expected to take up to £800m in bets across the new Premier League season, with around £20m staked with criminal gambling operators over the opening weekend alone.
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August 24, 2026

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Interblock Gaming appoints Kristin Bisignano as Chief People & Culture Officer

Interblock Gaming has appointed Kristin Bisignano as Chief People & Culture Officer, a pivotal moment as the company looks to evolve its Human Resources function into a true People & Culture organisation.Bisignano brings more than 20 years of experience in people leadership, most recently serving as Deputy CHRO for one
Table games at Resorts World New York City

August 21, 2026

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Revamped Resorts World NYC boosts revenues for Genting’s US division by 166 per cent

The transformation of Resorts World NYC (New York City) into a fully fledged casino in April helped boost revenues in Genting Malaysia's US division by 166 per cent, although the cost of opening the new table gaming floor saw the operator post just a smaller profit.
Galaxsys has launched Aviabom

August 20, 2026

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Galaxsys expands fast game portfolio with the launch of new flight adventure: Aviabom

Galaxsys, an innovative game studio, announces the launch of Aviabom, a fast-paced flight-based multiplier game designed to bring a new level of excitement, strategy, and real-time decision-making to players.
Virgin Bet steps up South Africa push with ‘A Good Bet’ campaign

August 21, 2026

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Virgin Bet steps up South Africa push with ‘A Good Bet’ campaign

Virgin Bet has launched ‘A Good Bet’, its first major brand campaign since expanding into South Africa, marking the next phase of its strategy to establish the brand in its first market outside the UK.
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August 18, 2026

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Galaxy Gaming completes cancellation of all outstanding warrants

Galaxy Gaming, a leading developer and distributor of casino table games, bonusing systems, and technology solutions, has eliminated all outstanding warrants, removing the 'last remaining overhang' from its prior capital structure.

August 20, 2026

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Chile casino tender leaves investors cold

Chile's Superintendencia de Casinos de Juego (SCJ) closed out its latest licensing round this month with a lopsided scorecard: of five casino concessions up for renewal - Pucón, Coquimbo, Iquique, Viña del Mar and Puerto Varas - only two attracted qualifying bids, and even those cleared the bar narrowly. Iquique

August 20, 2026

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CT Interactive launches fantasy-themed Eye of Might

CT Interactive has launched its latest title, Eye of Might, a mystical online slot that combines engaging gameplay with an immersive fantasy setting inspired by ancient treasures, powerful wizards, and legendary dragons.

August 20, 2026

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Argentina betting-tax bill targets funding for local sports clubs

Argentine national deputy Natalia Zaracho has introduced a bill aimed at strengthening barrio clubs - Argentina's dense network of local, community-run sports and social institutions - through a new mechanism that would draw its funding directly from higher taxes on online betting operators, according to reporting by Tiempo Argentino.

August 17, 2026

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EGT completes a significant deal with Imperius Casino in El Salvador

EGT has strengthened its footprint in El Salvador, having supplied a range of slots to Imperius Casino, located in one of the biggest cities in the country, San Miguel.
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Brazil versus Scotland game from the World Cup

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Five million people have stopped accessing betting platforms in Brazil

More than five million Brazilians are currently prevented from accessing authorised betting platforms through a combination of self-exclusion and government imposed restrictions, according to figures from the Ministry of Finance.
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Deputy puts forward bill to criminalise match fixing in Mexico

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Mexico crackdown on alleged illegal slots challenged by operators

Mexican authorities are stepping up action against machines they classify as illegal gambling devices, after Operativo Dos de Bastos resulted in the seizure of 3,374 maquinitas across 84 municipalities in the State of Mexico.
Slots at Foxwoods generated $33m in July

August 24, 2026

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Slot revenues increase to $33m in July at Foxwoods Resort Casino

Foxwoods Resort Casino is reporting slot revenue of $32.9m for the month of July 2026, resulting in an $8.3m direct payment to the State of Connecticut in accordance with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s longstanding slot revenue contribution agreement.
Infiniti has enjoyed a strong start in Berk-sur-Mer

August 24, 2026

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Berck-sur-Mer off to a dream start for Infiniti casino

After numerous appeals, gaming is once again taking centre stage at the Berck-sur-Mer casino in the Pas-de-Calais region of France. The venue has been operated by Infiniti Casino since January and opened on July 8.
Narinder ‘Nindi’ Dhanjal, Compliance Manager at Game Nation

August 24, 2026

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Game Nation recruits former Paddy Power and William Hill executive to underpin Social Responsibility commitments

Game Nation, the UK high street gaming operator, has underscored its commitment to the delivery of compliant, progressive and socially responsible gaming entertainment with the appointment of Narinder ‘Nindi’ Dhanjal to the post of Compliance Manager.

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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 21, 2026

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Revamped Resorts World NYC boosts revenues for Genting’s US division by 166 per cent

The transformation of Resorts World NYC (New York City) into a fully fledged casino in April helped boost revenues in Genting Malaysia's US division by 166 per cent, although the cost of opening the new table gaming floor saw the operator post just a smaller profit.

August 20, 2026

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Chile casino tender leaves investors cold

Chile's Superintendencia de Casinos de Juego (SCJ) closed out its latest licensing round this month with a lopsided scorecard: of five casino concessions up for renewal - Pucón, Coquimbo, Iquique, Viña del Mar and Puerto Varas - only two attracted qualifying bids, and even those cleared the bar narrowly. Iquique

August 20, 2026

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Brazil betting operators face scrutiny over mandatory data reporting

Licensed betting operators in Brazil are required to provide the Ministry of Finance with detailed information on bettors, financial transactions and activity on their platforms as part of the government's supervision of the regulated market.
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Bayern Munich signs with Mega Casino World

August 24, 2026

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Mega Casino World signs up as Asian partner for FC Bayern Munich 

Mega Casino World, the Asian iGaming brand, has become the Official Regional Partner for FC Bayern Munich across an expansive portfolio of Asian markets, as part of a three-year deal.
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FastTrack teams with Exalogic

August 24, 2026

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Exalogic and Fast Track bring agentic CRM to Italy’s regulated market

Exalogic, one of the leading platform providers in Italy’s gaming market, has deepened its collaboration with Fast Track to bring agentic CRM workflows to its network of licensed brands. The
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August 24, 2026

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Kendoo invents new mechanic for classic slot with Bingo Twist

Kendoo, the fast-growing slot provider, has launched Bingo Twist, a classic fruit-themed slot that combines familiar casino gameplay with an exciting Bingo-inspired Hold and Win Bonus.
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August 24, 2026

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Winpot extends Miroslava Montemayor brand ambassador deal for another year

Winpot, the leading online casino for players and sports bettors in Mexico, has extended its brand ambassador agreement with sports broadcaster Miroslava Montemayor for a further year.
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August 24, 2026

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ICONIC21 takes its AI-powered dealer to Miami with the release of iDealer Boulevard Blackjack

Miami nightlife arrives at the blackjack table in iDealer Boulevard Blackjack, the next chapter in the AI-powered dealer range from iGaming content provider ICONIC21.

August 24, 2026

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Evoplay strikes divine gold with new release Olympus Gold Rush

Evoplay has ascended to the peak of Mount Olympus with Olympus Gold Rush, its latest 4x3 slot from Evoplay Studios, bringing together a pantheon of Greek gods, jackpot-fuelled gameplay and a wealth of bonus features.

August 24, 2026

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QTech picks up the pace with Fastspin 

QTech has continued to maintain the momentum in its premium pipeline, thanks to its latest deal with rising-star supplier, Fastspin, which includes its sought-after fish shooting collection.

August 24, 2026

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The Unit partners with G2 Digital to launch Vegas Club Casino

The Unit, a leader in product design and development for the betting and casino industry, has been selected by G2 Digital, the developer of the online casino brand Vegas Club Casino, to build its flagship website and mobile application.

August 24, 2026

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Games Global debuts new annual promotion Rewards BURST! with €5m prize pool

Games Global has launched its new annual promotion, Rewards BURST!, which is set to award 650,000 prizes totalling €5 million during its inaugural year.
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August 24, 2026

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Cantor Fitzgerald adds institutional block trading to prediction markets

Cantor Fitzgerald, a premier global investment bank and part of the Cantor Fitzgerald group of companies, has announced the launch of institutional trading for prediction markets, becoming one of the first full-service investment banks to provide institutional clients with access to block trading in event contracts on a CFTC-regulated exchange.
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Terrence Duffy is CEO of CME Group, a derivatives marketplace

August 24, 2026

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The CFTC Chair should listen to CME CEO Terry Duffy on the dangers of unregulated gambling prediction markets

Dennis Kelleher, Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Better Markets, has said the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Innovation Advisory Committee should listen to CME Group CEO Terrance Duffy’s concerns over the dangers of unregulated gambling prediction markets.
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August 24, 2026

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Betway launches star-studded global marketing campaign: Betway Clubhouse

Betway, owned by Super Group Limited, has launched its new Betway Clubhouse global integrated marketing campaign.
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August 24, 2026

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David Bentley signs one-year deal with Fairplay

Fairplay has signed former Spurs, Blackburn and England international David Bentley as an ambassador on an exclusive one-year deal. 
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August 24, 2026

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Circa Sports’ record-breaking 2026-2027 Football contests surpass over 12K entries ahead of Sept. 12 signup deadline

Circa Sports’ record-breaking pro football contests continue to build momentum ahead of the 2026 NFL season, with more than 12,000 entries already registered across its three no-rake contests. 
The BGC has presented some alarming figures on the black market

August 24, 2026

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UK’s black market to take £800m in bets across the new Premier League season

The illegal gambling black market is expected to take up to £800m in bets across the new Premier League season, with around £20m staked with criminal gambling operators over the opening weekend alone.

August 24, 2026

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Media Troopers heads into NFL Season with expected growth from prediction markets and sports betting

Media Troopers has announced it expects substantial year-over-year growth in the upcoming NFL season, driven by the continued expansion of the US sportsbook industry and the increasing popularity of prediction market platforms. 

August 24, 2026

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Zambia emerges as growth market for MelBet Partners & Affiliates

When people think of Africa, countries like Senegal, Ethiopia, Côte d'Ivoire, or Morocco usually come to mind. These markets are developing rapidly and attracting more brands and affiliate teams every year. But what about Zambia? Often overlooked and rarely mentioned at major exhibitions and conferences, Zambia has become a key

August 21, 2026

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Admiral Casino goes live with Altenar in the UK

Altenar has launched its sportsbook technology with Admiral Casino, the UK-facing online betting brand operated by Greentube Alderney Limited.

August 21, 2026

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Virgin Bet steps up South Africa push with ‘A Good Bet’ campaign

Virgin Bet has launched ‘A Good Bet’, its first major brand campaign since expanding into South Africa, marking the next phase of its strategy to establish the brand in its first market outside the UK.
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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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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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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.
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HyperCon 2026 to showcase Sri Lanka's growing esports and gaming market

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.
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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.

July 13, 2026

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Esports World Cup takes place in Paris despite Esports not being legalised in France

The first international edition of the world’s largest esports and gaming event, running through August 23 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. EWC 2026 brings together more than 2,000 elite players, 200 leading esports Clubs from over 100 countries, competing across 25 tournaments in 24 of the world’s most popular
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August 24, 2026

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Bluberi expands creative development with three new game studios

Las Vegas-based slot developer Bluberi has announced a significant expansion of its game development organisation with the addition of three new creative studios, reinforcing the company’s long-term investment in Research and Develop innovation, talent, and game development across both land-based and online gaming.
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August 24, 2026

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Interblock Gaming appoints Kristin Bisignano as Chief People & Culture Officer

Interblock Gaming has appointed Kristin Bisignano as Chief People & Culture Officer, a pivotal moment as the company looks to evolve its Human Resources function into a true People &

August 20, 2026

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TVC creates 26m² LED centrepiece for Genting Casino Resorts World Birmingham

Hospitality and entertainment AV integrator TVC Technology Solutions has completed a major large-format LED installation for Genting Casino at Resorts World Birmingham, creating an impressive new digital focal point above the venue’s main

August 19, 2026

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Galaxy Gaming completes landmark progressive jackpot install across MSC Cruises in North America

Galaxy Gaming has announced the successful completion of the first phase of its Galaxy Operating System (GOS) deployment across the MSC Cruises fleet in North America.

August 19, 2026

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QCI Resorts to feature branded RV activation alongside live demonstrations at G2E

Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) has announced additional details surrounding the QCI Resorts Experience, an expanded destination at Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2026 designed to give attendees a new way to

August 18, 2026

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IGT launches Wheel of Fortune Cash On Reels in Puerto Rico at Oasis Casino

IGT continued its Wheel of Fortune Slots 30th anniversary celebrations with the August 11 regional debut of IGT Wheel of Fortune Cash on Reels in Puerto Rico at the Oasis Casino, located in the Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino.  

August 18, 2026

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Galaxy Gaming completes cancellation of all outstanding warrants

Galaxy Gaming, a leading developer and distributor of casino table games, bonusing systems, and technology solutions, has eliminated all outstanding warrants, removing the 'last remaining overhang' from its prior capital structure.

August 17, 2026

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2 MIN READ

EGT completes a significant deal with Imperius Casino in El Salvador

EGT has strengthened its footprint in El Salvador, having supplied a range of slots to Imperius Casino, located in one of the biggest cities in the country, San Miguel.

August 17, 2026

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Digital upgrades elevate exhibitor visibility across entire EAG360 ecosystem

The marketing team driving January’s rebranded EAG360 has confirmed a series of major digital upgrades which it says will provide exhibitors with more brand visibility, more control and more opportunities to showcase their products ahead of the co-located Amuse Expo, CompSocUK and London Gaming Show taking place at Excel London (January
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Lawmaker calls out Lula for hypocritical stance over sports betting in Brazil

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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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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.
Deputy puts forward bill to criminalise match fixing in Mexico

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.

August 03, 2026

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Brazil redirects share of betting revenue to Federal Police fund

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has approved changes to the distribution of federal revenue from regulated fixed-odds betting, directing a share of proceeds to the Federal Police’s operational fund, Funapol.
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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?
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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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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
Beyond the baseline: Peter Lynas on raising standards at Elite Competitions

August 20, 2026

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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

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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

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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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Solomon, Booming Games has been supplying the South African market for several years, long before it became one of the industry's fastest-growing territories. What has changed most during that time, both in terms of the market itself and player expectations?To begin with, it's important that I emphasise that South Africa

August 06, 2026

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Standing out in the Prediction Markets Gold Rush

Ed, recent acquisitions have highlighted just how quickly prediction markets are evolving. Beyond the headline deal values, what do they tell us about how investors and major operators now view the sector?The pace of change is extraordinary. There are obvious parallels with the years immediately after PASPA when sports betting

August 04, 2026

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Max, what gaps convinced you there was room for Blask?The gap wasn't subtle. iGaming is a hundred-billion-dollar industry that makes decisions like it's 2005. Operators were running on gut feel, quarterly reports, and whatever their affiliates told them. The data that did exist was locked inside a handful of large

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