BetMGM has launched Evolution’s Lightning Storm exclusively on its Ontario casino platform, the companies said. The release gives BetMGM players the game’s first access, according to the report.
The exclusive launch gives BetMGM a first release of Evolution’s game in Ontario.
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Evolution ended its planned acquisition of Galaxy Gaming after two outstanding gambling regulatory approvals prevented the deal from closing within the agreed period. Evolution will pay Galaxy a $5.2 million termination fee; the companies plan to continue their existing business relationship, Evolution said.
It was reported that Evolution chief executive Martin Carlesund indicated the company might abandon its proposed $85m Galaxy Gaming purchase. The closing period expires on 17 July, when either party can terminate the agreement.
Evolution and Galaxy Gaming have extended the deadline for their proposed merger to 17 July 2026, the companies said. They expect to receive the remaining gaming approvals in Q1 2026; Mississippi approval was secured in November 2025. The merger is expected to close shortly after the remaining approvals, subject to other conditions being met or waived.
Evolution chief executive Martin Carlesund said on the company’s Q3 2025 earnings call that it would supply sweepstakes casinos only in US states without regulatory or legal uncertainty. He said Evolution withdrew its games from California after a Los Angeles city attorney interpreted state law, and would leave any market if an authority directed it to stop.
Evolution said it has agreed to acquire Arcadia Gaming Solutions for an upfront cash payment of €2.5 million, with an additional earn-out in 2027 based on Arcadia’s performance. The transaction remains subject to closing conditions and was expected to complete by the end of the year.