iGaming Business News

Gentoo Media recorded Q1 2026 revenue of €24.0m, down from €25.4m a year earlier and €25.6m in the previous quarter. The company attributed the decline largely to adverse sports win margins in February. Despite the drop in revenue, overall commercial activity remained stable. Player deposit volumes exceeded €200m for a second consecutive quarter, indicating continued […]

Key Points India has moved to cut off access to Polymarket after the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology directed action against prediction market platforms classified as banned online money gaming services under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. Authorities are also expected to block Kalshi soon, while VPN providers have received […]

CIRSA achieved one of its strongest quarterly performances in recent years during Q1 2026, supported by retail strength, online expansion and lower financing costs. Net operating revenue reached €623m, up 8% year-on-year, or 9.5% excluding currency effects. EBITDA rose to €193.9m, marking an 8.5% increase, while margins held at 31.1%. The company also extended its […]

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has directed internet service providers to block six additional illegal gambling websites after finding they were operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. Play Jonny, ACO96, TCL99, Waboom77, Wonaco and WooSpin are the latest sites added to the blocking list. This move is part of the regulator’s […]

Key Points Italy’s regulated gambling industry generated €11.5 billion in 2025, led by gaming machines, lotteries, and betting. Enforcement increased, with 22,931 inspections and 1,038 illegal gambling websites blocked in 2025. Italy reformed gambling laws under Legislative Decree No. 41 of 2024, covering regulation, financial monitoring, responsible gambling, and match-fixing. For years, one figure shaped […]

Key Points Bally’s Intralot posted Q1 2026 revenue of €268.1m, marking a 180.5% rise from last year, while adjusted EBITDA climbed 231.8% to €100.2m after the Bally’s International Interactive deal expanded its online gaming business. Even with that growth, older operations faced pressure from falling B2B performance, weaker US lottery demand, foreign exchange issues, and […]

Key Points GamCare has appointed Chris Thornton as its operations director, appointing the ex-NHS, British Red Cross and public health executive to take charge of both the national and regional services provided by the organisation, including the National Gambling Helpline. Chris Thornton joined GamCare after he had been working for the British Red Cross in […]

Key Points Betr purchased NFA-registered introducing broker Ascent Capital Management, allowing the company to operate as a CFTC-registered introducing broker while speeding up the launch of prediction markets powered by Polymarket technology inside its gaming super app. Through the acquisition, Betr avoids waiting through the extended NFA approval process and moves beyond sportsbook and casino […]

Altenar has introduced a new World Cup Lobby ahead of this summer’s tournament, aiming to simplify sportsbook navigation and improve player engagement. The dedicated event hub brings together markets, statistics, promotions and tournament content in a single environment. With 104 matches scheduled across 16 host cities, the platform will help players access betting opportunities more […]

Sweden recorded slight gambling market growth during the first quarter of 2026, with online gambling outperforming most other sectors. According to the Swedish Gambling Authority, total gambling revenue reached SEK6.68bn (€613m) during the three months to March, up by 0.8% year-on-year. However, revenue was lower than each of the final three quarters of 2025. Commercial […]