iGaming Business News

Catena Media has launched MRKTPLAYS.com, a subaffiliation platform connecting affiliates with operators across North America. Announced on September 18, the initiative is a strategic move by the affiliate marketing company to strengthen its position in the online casino and sports betting industry. The platform provides affiliates with tools to build networks while giving operators new […]

PayNearMe has secured $50 million in Series E funding, led by Atlantic Vantage Point. The investment will fuel the company’s expansion into new markets, strengthen its rebranded platform, PayXM, and accelerate strategic initiatives. The fintech company has built a strong reputation for its work in Payment Experience Management. This concept optimises how payments are processed […]

FanDuel has secured a new market access partnership with Delaware North, strengthening its footprint in West Virginia. The deal will allow FanDuel to offer online sports betting and iGaming through Delaware North’s Mardi Gras Casino & Resort in Cross Lanes. The move enhances FanDuel’s presence in the state, where it already operates the retail sportsbook […]

The prediction market is also focusing on Georgia, Florida, Ohio, Minnesota, and Washington. Roundup: Arizona regulators sent a letter to sportsbook and fantasy operators warning about offering event contracts. Recent Meta platform ads on Facebook and Instagram show Kalshi targeting big states without legalised sports betting, claiming it is already legal in those locations. The platform is […]

The €660m financing represents a large share of the projected €2.7bn overall acquisition expense. Key Points Intralot arranged €660m in long-term funding through two separate loan structures. The funds are designated for the purchase of a majority stake in Bally’s International Interactive. Intralot secured €660m ($776m) long-term funding to support its takeover of Bally’s International […]

The two leading business-to-business events attracted participants from 186 countries, generating 121,000 overnight stays, and supported numerous businesses, including hotels, restaurants, transportation, venues, and event production, with an average daily spend of €449 by non-local attendees. Employment Effects of Hosting ICE and iGB Affiliate 2025 An input-output model was used to calculate the direct, indirect, […]

LiveScore Group has entered into a new partnership with X and xAI, aiming to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities that will transform how fans engage with live sports. The company, which operates LiveScore Bet, Virgin Bet, and the LiveScore app, believes the collaboration will create richer, more interactive experiences for users. The agreement will integrate […]

pawaTech, the licensor of betPawa in Africa, said betPawa will end its Senegal service on 22nd September 2025. The hard choice came from market issues in Senegal harming licensed and taxed firms. Heavy taxes, monopoly in payment, and big regulation fees put locals at a disadvantage compared to offshore rivals. This situation made unfair ground, […]

The Cash4Clubs 2026 programme will give 250 eligible clubs grants worth £2,000 each, supporting equipment, coaching hire, training sessions, and marketing actions. Key Points Flutter UKI introduced a £500,000 Cash4Clubs fund, giving 250 grants valued at £2,000 each. A survey showed 43% of UK grassroots sports clubs stopped services due to funding shortages. The programme […]

As part of this deal, Goldrun Casino players now get more than 40 Yggdrasil games. Key Points Yggdrasil agreed with Goldrun Casino to deliver over 40 Dutch games, including the Vikings series and the new 4 Foxx Crew. The partnership seeks to increase Yggdrasil’s strength in the Dutch regulated market, part of European growth. Goldrun […]