iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

How Does the Playbook Work? Playbook connects directly with X and Discord to manage betting slip automation. Bettors can tag @Playbook under any tweet or Discord message containing a wager. The system then replies with a QuickSlip link that matches the tagged bet. Playbook accepts both text wagers and screenshot wagers, whether single or parlay […]

A new affiliate platform named Titans has entered the iGaming market, joining seven programmes together. This collaboration gathers experience from each programme, building combined expertise and shared support in one place. The Titans platform now includes Mate Affiliates, Boss Partners, Strong Affiliates, Joker Partners, Luck Partners, Magic Partners, and Bro Partners. Each programme adds different […]

PredictIt has officially won approval from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to operate as a regulated derivatives exchange. The licenses were granted to Aristotle, the company behind PredictIt, allowing it to run an exchange and a clearinghouse. Until now, PredictIt ran under a CFTC “no-action letter.” This arrangement allowed it to offer political […]

South Korean police have dismantled a KRW 44 billion (approx. US$31 million) illegal gambling network that operated from Cambodia. Authorities arrested ten individuals connected to the operation, which used offshore locations and digital platforms to avoid detection. The group reportedly traveled on tourist visas and ran the operation from a local office in Cambodia. The […]

Spelinspektionen has officially banned Bitx Operations and Ryker from operating in the country. This comes as part of Sweden’s ongoing effort to shut out unlicensed iGaming platforms that fail to meet regulatory standards. Neither company holds a Swedish gaming licence, which is required to legally target local players. While the bans are confirmed, further consequences […]

Hockey fans face nonstop gambling logos and ads, sometimes every 13 seconds, during broadcasts of major games, research given to the Guardian showed. Viewers of June’s Stanley Cup finals saw an average of 3.5 betting messages per minute, according to a University of Bristol study. Since the Supreme Court ended the federal sports betting ban in 2018, […]

Leadership reshuffle announced to drive the continuous growth strategy forward across the group. Key Points Dylan Slaney becomes CEO of Aristocrat Interactive, replacing Moti Malul. Barry French takes the role of Chief Corporate Affairs & Marketing Officer. Changes start in November 2025 under the group-wide leadership realignment process. Aristocrat Announces Major Leadership Changes Aristocrat Leisure […]

The recruitment campaign covers roles from gaming floor operations through senior management positions. Key Points Wynn is recruiting for casino, management, and marketing roles at Wynn Al Marjan Island. The $5bn resort in Ras Al Khaimah opens in 2027 with $5bn projected revenue. UAE gambling ban continues, regulated under the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority […]

EXCO Game Studio, an independent slot maker with a player-first focus, entered the industry with a product roadmap and unique mechanics. The company revealed its start by sharing clear plans and a set of new mechanics. Led by Fredrik Elmqvist, founder of Yggdrasil, the studio wants to stand out with immersive gameplay and distinct mechanics […]

Betnacional recently obtained the naming rights for Copa Maria Bonita, the largest women’s soccer event in the Northeast. The championship will occur from October 2nd to October 11th at Arena Pernambuco in Camaragibe, Pernambuco, featuring nine participating teams representing different states in the region. Matches will stream on YouTube’s GOAT Channel and also air on […]