iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

The European Gaming and Betting Association has pushed back against calls for a European Union-wide levy on online gambling. It argues that the proposal could give illegal sites a competitive edge and lower tax income.  The issue surfaced this week as the European Parliament’s Budget Committee discussed the next Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028 to […]

Key Points Evoke has confirmed it’s talking up a possible takeover by Bally’s Intralot, a deal worth around £225 million at £0.50 per share with a decision to be made by the 18th of May.  This move comes as Evoke grapples with some pretty serious problems £1.8 billion in debt, a blizzard of rising UK […]

Key Points DraftKings is lining up to launch its online sportsbook and casino in Alberta on the 13th of July all going well with the regulatory thumbs up with pre-reg open already but betting and deposits still locked down till the big day. Alberta is shifting from a situation where about 70% of all online […]

Key Points Bet365 rolled out its online casino and sportsbook in Michigan. This move takes the company to its 17th US state and adds its third iGaming market after New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The firm rolls out strong promotions, teams up with major sports properties, and follows its own product plan to stand out in […]

Key Points Ontario plans BetGuard launch in May 2026, and it lets players self-exclude across all 82 licensed operators and OLG platforms with one real-time verified request. The system brings required operator participation, KYC identity checks, encrypted data sharing, and steps to stop ad targeting and account re-creation. With more than 1.3 million active accounts […]

Key Points 1xBet appoints Chris Bird and Quirino Mancini as consultants to support integrity, transparency, and responsible gaming work across more than 35 jurisdictions. This move builds on the Player Protection Index Series and extends data use in research, education, and early intervention for safer gambling. The company aligns partnerships, local programmes, and platforms like […]

Key Points The EU court rules players can claim back gambling losses if the activity was illegal in their country at that time, even if laws changed later. The judgment confirms member states can restrict online gambling despite EU service freedom, pointing to consumer risk in the digital space. This decision raises legal exposure for […]

DAZN has entered a strategic agreement with ADI Predictstreet, introducing interactive prediction features directly into its streaming environment. Under the deal, ADI Predictstreet will be embedded across DAZN’s platform, extending into live broadcasts, on-demand content, real-time scores, news, betting and its FanZone product. Users watching live events will access interactive prompts, sentiment tracking tools and […]

The Advertising Standards Authority has reversed its prior ruling against Ladbrokes in June 2025. A TV advert was aired on 17 December 2024, featuring a voice-over that introduced a rewards programme using “Ladbucks” as tokens. Two complaints were submitted, arguing that the word “Ladbucks” could attract under-18 audiences due to perceived similarities with video game […]

BetNova launched in Ontario officially on 9 April, becoming the newest sportsbook and online casino in the province’s regulated iGaming market. This platform is operated by Goldrush Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of Goldrush Gaming Group. The parent company brings experience across casino, bingo and online gaming. Goldrush Canada secured approval from the Alcohol and Gaming […]