iGaming Business News

Key Points BC.Game has appointed Kar Kheng Giam as CEO to lead expansion into regulated markets across global regions, showing a clear push toward structured growth. The company now moves away from fast growth and places focus on compliance, transparency, and building trust with users over time. Giam carries more than 30 years of leadership […]

Allwyn has completed its merger with OPAP, cementing its status as one of the largest publicly listed gambling groups globally. The deal follows an agreement reached in October and builds on a relationship formed through KKCG’s major stake in OPAP, acquired in 2013.  The merger gives Allwyn a listing on the Athens Stock Exchange and […]

Key Points bet365 leaves the American Gaming Association, pointing to a mismatch with digital-first plans and focus on land-based casinos. This exit follows DraftKings, FanDuel, Fanatics, and OpenBet, many tied to interest in prediction markets. bet365 has not confirmed prediction market entry but expands in the US with new markets, a Denver base, and iCasino […]

Betr is now live in 30 states across the United States. This rollout comes at a time when scrutiny of social casino models is intensifying.  The brand’s co-founder, Jake Paul, has actively promoted the platform across social media. He recently confirmed the latest expansion in a post on X. Betr has already built a multi-product […]

Playtech has launched operations in Connecticut, expanding its presence to a sixth regulated iGaming state in the US. The move follows its entry into Delaware last year and reflects continued growth across licensed markets. The expansion places Playtech in a mature but tightly controlled structure, which involves operating online gaming through tribal partnerships. Although smaller […]

Key Points Playradar merges sports data, streaming, and casino gaming into one platform aimed at increasing retention and engagement levels. It features a 24/7 live experience centre, prediction-based formats, and iGaming products including slots, table games, and virtual sports. The rollout covers regulated markets in the UK, North America, and Latin America, with a focus […]

Key Points IGT will cut nearly 700 workers, close to 10 percent of the global workforce, aiming to adjust operations with strategic plans. This move comes after a review led by CEO Hector Fernandez following the 6.3 billion dollar Everi deal under Apollo Global Management. The company now centres its focus on five areas: culture, […]

Hacksaw Gaming has launched a new initiative aimed at funding and supporting emerging businesses across the gaming sector. The programme, known as Hacksaw Ventures, invests in early-stage companies while providing operational guidance. The initiative will function as the company’s dedicated investment and acceleration division. It targets startups building products within gaming content, technology infrastructure and […]

Key Points The NCAA has filed a federal case seeking damages and an urgent order to stop DraftKings from using March Madness and Final Four. The association states that such use misleads fans, weakens its image, and increases risk exposure for student athletes through betting activity. DraftKings rejects the claims and argues its usage of […]

Key Points A Nevada judge placed a 14-day restraining order blocking Kalshi from offering sports, election, and entertainment contracts without a license. Regulators say the platform allows unlicensed gambling, while Kalshi states its contracts act as regulated financial instruments. The case joins a wider legal conflict across states, with the final outcome possibly decided by […]