iGaming Industry News, Regulation & Market Insights

CFTC Chair Michael Selig has taken a central role in a growing legal and regulatory battle over prediction markets. The agency has filed lawsuits against Illinois, Arizona and Connecticut, challenging state actions against federally registered platforms. The CFTC argues that event contracts fall under its exclusive authority through the Commodity Exchange Act. Its position is […]

Portugal’s gambling market closed 2025 with increased growth in online activity, while land-based operations await the result of delayed concession tenders.  Data from the Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos shows online gross revenue reached €337.6m in Q4, a 4.5% increase year-on-year and a 13.6% rise from the previous quarter. The figures confirm that […]

Key Points Optimove signs a deal to take Smartico and grows a positionless marketing plan. Both firms stay independent and keep building in the CRM space. Deal comes as the iGaming market moves to $185.17 billion by 2033. Most deals try to take control, but this one feels different in how it stands. This deal […]

Key Points Altenar says Sportradar stopped its US entry by blocking access to sports data. Cases filed in the US and UK ask for damages and regulatory action. The issue raises concern on control, access, and competition in sports betting. The US sports betting market has been open since 2018, at least on paper. One […]

Key Points Nearly 30 staff members lose work when the French court stops €51.2 million in funds; the situation feels sudden and heavy. The company moves to winding-up in Malta because it cannot pay what it owes, and pressure builds fast. The case connects to a former customer under investigation, yet no charges stand against […]

Key Points Around 120 employees face job loss by June 30, 2026, and there is a clear sense of tension around this change. The company leaves white-label iGaming business after a strategic review, and the move shows a firm shift with pressure behind it. Malta authorities point to over 1,200 job openings, and this gives […]