iGaming Business News

Massachusetts Gaming Commission has voted unanimously to reopen applications for category three untethered sports betting licenses (more details on different licensing models can be found in resources such as What Is a Gambling License and the iGaming Licensing Guide). The decision follows a formal request from bet365, which signalled interest in entering the state under […]

Spain has introduced a new protocol requiring licensed gambling operators to strengthen identity verification and confirm player tax status. The measure comes from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, with implementation handled by the Directorate General for Gambling Regulation in coordination with the State Tax Agency. The policy targets a growing pattern of identity theft linked […]

Kalshi has entered into a partnership with Fox Corporation, integrating its prediction market data across several of the broadcaster’s platforms. The agreement covers distribution through FOX News Channel, FOX Business Network, FOX Weather and the FOX One streaming service, spanning both linear television and digital channels. As part of the deal, Kalshi will work directly […]

Key Points 70 alerts appear across 10 sports in Q1 2026, rising from 63 last year. Football records 25 alerts, while eSports exceeds one-fifth share. Brazil is projected to hold 39% of the Latin American betting market in 2026. A widely held belief suggests that tighter regulation combined with better technology should eventually push suspicious […]

Key Points National portal lists authorised gambling operators across South Africa. Unlicensed operators account for 62% of online gambling activity. Wagers reach 1.5 trillion rand in 2024/25 as regulators face offshore growth. A Hidden Risk in Plain Sight Most users walk into online gambling with the belief that access means permission. That belief is where […]

Key Points Betfair starts Betfair Predicts in beta, users can trade yes or no outcomes across sports, politics, and entertainment. The platform runs on the Betfair Exchange system, it handled £84bn bets in 2025, up 10% from last year. Access stays limited to invited users as Flutter checks demand and collects feedback before any next […]

Skill On Net has withdrawn an Instagram advert for its Gecko Play brand after the Advertising Standards Authority found it in breach of the CAP Code. The ruling followed two complaints that the campaign made light of harmful gambling behaviour. The ad featured a paid social video built around a stand-up comedy routine. In the […]

Key Points Malta Gaming Authority removed the Winzon Group licence with effect from March 11, 2026 after repeated compliance failures raised pressure. Winzon must repay all player balances, inform users directly, and provide verified proof for each payment made. Unpaid fees as well as penalties above €190,000 remain, and further enforcement may happen if obligations […]

Key Points Evolution now moves to include Playtech and named individuals as defendants in a U.S. defamation case that carries major weight. Claims point toward a planned smear effort using altered evidence, hidden recordings, and paid media distribution. Playtech rejects all claims and maintains that the report reflects real regulatory concerns. Business competition tends to […]

The National Basketball Association has entered a multi-year partnership with PrizePicks, naming the platform an official daily fantasy sports partner. The deal allows this operator to integrate the league’s intellectual property across its DFS and free-to-play products, plus marketing efforts. PricePicks CEO, Mike Ybarra said: “This partnership with the NBA marks an important milestone for […]