iGaming Business News

Key Points The management of Flutter Entertainment, headed by Peter Jackson, the CEO, bought almost $745,000 worth of shares collectively, indicating some level of optimism in the firm amid escalating market pressures and speculation about its exit from the London Stock Exchange. Flutter had Q1 2026 performance that was both positive and negative, with revenues […]

Key Points Investors backed every resolution during Allwyn’s first OGM and EGM following the merger, including board renewals, auditor appointments, and the transfer of the registered office from Luxembourg to Switzerland. After the OPAP merger, Allwyn shares lost momentum fast, falling from above €20 to a 52-week low of €12.05, a move that pushed shareholders […]

Key Points AskGamblers’ Casino Complaint Service, AGCCS, recovered a record $10.7 million for players during 2025, pushing total lifetime recoveries to $81.9 million as disputes tied to delayed or blocked payments continued spreading across international operators. The platform received roughly 9,000 complaints concerning 1,492 operators and was able to settle 3,779 cases, equivalent to 68% […]

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has urged the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to take action against prediction markets, arguing that they function as unregulated sportsbooks. Therefore, these platforms put vulnerable groups, especially young players at risk. In comments submitted to CFTC Secretary Christopher Kirkpatrick, Executive Director Kevin F. O’Toole said platforms offering contracts on event […]

Waterhouse VC has agreed a deal including a three-year option to acquire an interest in Spinlab Studio, a no-code platform built for online casino operators. This allows the investment fund flexibility to partner with the company. Spinlab Studio is focused on reducing the time and cost involved in launching iGaming brands. Its platform is designed […]

NorthStar Gaming has been ordered to stop trading stock in Canada after the Ontario Securities Commission issued a Failure-to-File Cease Trade Order.  This move prevents the operator of NorthStar Bets from trading on the TSX Venture Exchange, where it has been listed since 2023. While trading activity is affected, the company’s betting platform remains operational […]

Catena Media reported a strong start to 2026, maintaining profitability in Q1 while delivering a 26% year-on-year increase in revenue from continuing operations. Revenue for the three months to 31 March reached €12.3m, up from the same period in 2025. The company also posted a sharp 191% rise in adjusted EBITDA, supported by a focus […]

Indonesia is preparing a nationwide campaign to combat illegal gambling and online fraud ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with authorities expecting a spike in betting activity. Betting activity reached record levels during Eid 2026, reinforcing fears that football could drive another surge once the tournament begins in June. Speaking at a press conference […]

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp has introduced new limits on cash-back and rebate offers used by online gaming operators to entice patrons. According to PAGCOR, licensed platforms “compete aggressively for participant loyalty through generous promotional offerings and comprehensive reward programmes. Matching percentages commonly reach 100% or higher with aggregate values exceeding standard industry benchmarks.” The […]

Key Points The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario issued C$40,000 penalties to Relax Gaming and Arrise Solutions after investigators discovered their games on unlicensed gambling websites accessible to players in Ontario, despite both firms holding AGCO registrations.  Regulators warned that illegal gambling platforms place players at risk through unfair gaming conditions, withdrawal delays, poor […]