Betr, a leading gaming and media company, announced a new partnership today. Basketball star Lonzo Ball and his brother, LiAngelo Ball, will join Betr as equity partners immediately. The brothers will bring their podcast to Betr Media, where it will rebrand and launch this Fall. The show is timed to coincide with the NBA season […]
Yolo Group to Unify Operations Under the Yolo.com Brand; UAE Licences Close
September 25, 2025The company will consolidate online and land-based businesses under Yolo.com and seek two UAE B2B vendor licenses. Key Points Yolo Group will restructure to operate under a single regulated brand, Yolo.com. The group is finalising two GCGRA B2B vendor licences in the United Arab Emirates. Future expansion targets include Canada, Sweden, and Finland, focusing on […]
Ireland: New Bank Card Self-Exclusion Initiative Launched
September 24, 2025The national gambling regulator in Ireland collaborated with multiple partners to bring forward the introduction of new gambling-related legislation. Key Points Ireland introduced a new initiative that lets players block bank cards from gambling websites. The IBCB developed this Commitment of Care programme in cooperation with GRAI. Research found that 90% of gambling transactions in […]
Allwyn to Enter US DFS Space Via $1.6 Billion PrizePicks Acquisition
September 24, 2025Allwyn International, a European lottery company, has finalised an agreement to purchase a majority stake in daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator PrizePicks. The announcement on Monday followed Allwyn’s repositioning strategy, which included launching a digital unit under former Betfred US CEO Kresimir Spajic’s leadership. In the UK, Allwyn runs the National Lottery and completed one of the […]
Roblox Asks Judge to Throw Out Illegal Gambling Claims
September 24, 2025A federal judge noted that the plaintiffs’ attempt to hold Roblox liable for profits from Robux gambling websites seemed like an overextended argument. On Thursday, Roblox requested a federal judge dismiss parent-filed claims alleging the platform facilitated gambling by children through Robux, its in-house currency, on third-party virtual casinos. During the San Francisco hearing, U.S. District Judge […]
DGOJ Reports 18.6% Growth in Spain’s Q2 2025 Gaming Market
September 24, 2025The Spanish gaming regulator, Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego, has released its financial report for Q2 of 2025. Results showed strong year-on-year growth, although quarter-on-quarter performance was more mixed. Deposits in Q2 totaled €1.35 billion representing a 23.7% increase compared to the same period last year. Withdrawals also followed this trend, rising 28.9% year-on-year […]
Catena Media Expands with North American Subaffiliation Platform
September 24, 2025Catena 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 Raises $50 Million in Series E to Advance Payment Experience
September 24, 2025PayNearMe 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 and Delaware North Announce Market Access Deal in West Virginia
September 23, 2025FanDuel 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 […]
Kalshi Is Advertising That ‘Sports Betting’ Is Legal in California and Texas
September 23, 2025The 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 […]
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