iGaming Business News

Playtech said trading during the first four months of 2026 exceeded expectations, supported by strong performance in the Americas. The company described the period from 1 January to 20 April as “very strong,” although it did not disclose financial figures. The Americas primarily drove growth, with the US and Mexico highlighted as key markets. Playtech […]

Banijay Group reported impressive Q1 2026 results, with overall revenue rising 9% to €1.15bn. Growth was led by its gaming and sports betting division, which recorded a 17.3% increase in revenue. The division generated €433.1m during the quarter, supported by a 20% rise in unique active players across its platforms. These results reflect demand for […]

Habanero has signed a partnership with Favbet Romania, extending its footprint in a fast-growing regulated market in Central and Eastern Europe. The agreement gives Romanian players access to a selection of slots and table games as Habanero strengthens its distribution network within licensed European markets. Favbet integrates full Habanero game portfolio Under the partnership, Favbet […]

Key Points Kenneth Dart raised his control of Flutter Entertainment to 27.6%, cementing his place as the company’s largest private shareholder through a mix of direct share ownership and equity-based swaps. Flutter’s shares have dropped sharply, despite the company holding major brands such as FanDuel, Paddy Power, Betfair and Sky Bet, with investors worried about […]

Key Points Polymarket reopened US iOS access, allowing users to trade event contracts without invitation codes or waiting lists after a long-restricted rollout stage. The return became possible after its $112 million QCEX acquisition restored infrastructure aligned with CFTC rules following a $1.4 million penalty and years of offshore activity. Even with rising trading activity […]

Key Points ESR Group completed its board of directors after appointing three non-executive directors from leading iGaming businesses, strengthening the company’s leadership network. Philip Doftvik, Gary Nall, and Jonas Delin bring experience from firms including Entain, LeoVegas, Qtech Games, and Authentic Gaming, supporting ESR’s plans across recruitment, HR, M&A, and business growth. The appointments reflect […]

Key Facts Mark Thomas, co-founder of ZenSports, started Badass Capital (BA Capital Fund), an AI-first hedge fund focused on sports betting, crypto trading, TradFi strategies, and prediction markets by using his own money with small outside investment. The fund presents itself as a system-led and AI-powered trading setup where models and agents manage pricing, research, […]

GR8 Tech has introduced a new brand identity, updating its styling to reflect a stronger focus on innovation and technology. The company will now operate under the name GR8_TECH, aligning its approach with modern digital brands. The update includes a coding-style design language, motion-led visuals and digital-first structures. The company said the changes are intended […]

Several leading figures from the gambling sector have appeared in the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List. The 2026 list, topped by the Hinduja family with an estimated £38bn fortune, places the combined wealth of the UK’s 350 richest at £784bn. This figure represents a quarter of the country’s GDP and a 1.4% increase from 2025. […]

Evoke has agreed to extend the deadline for Bally’s Intralot to decide on its formal takeover bid, keeping negotiations active between both parties. The two companies first confirmed discussions on 20 April 2026, proposing a potential offer of 50p per share for all of Evoke’s issued capital. The latest extension was announced just minutes before […]