IWG expands Rocket Jackpots to Kentucky and Pennsylvania lotteries
IWG is reportedly expanding Rocket Jackpots to the Kentucky and Pennsylvania lotteries.
The reported expansion would bring IWG’s Rocket Jackpots to two state lottery markets.
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Alea expands aggregation into payments, jackpots and sportsbook
Alea is expanding its aggregation offering beyond games to include payments, jackpots and sportsbook, founder Alexandre Tomic said. The company launched its sportsbook vertical with FIRST.bet and is working to bring the solution to operators; it also plans to expand its jackpot offering.
DraftKings projects up to $1.05bn Predictions investment across 2026 and 2027
DraftKings expects adjusted EBITDA investment of up to $1.05bn in its Predictions business across 2026 and 2027. The company budgeted $650m–$700m for 2026 and $250m–$350m for 2027; former lottery finance executive Ivan Soloviov said the first half of 2027 would better show whether customers remain active after promotions end.
Caixa Loterias enables Pix prize payments for digital bets up to R$2,428.80
Caixa Loterias has added Pix as a way to receive prizes from bets placed on its digital channels in Brazil. The option covers prizes up to R$2,428.80; the company also uses Azulzinha to process credit-card payments, replacing Mercado Pago, which the source says had been inoperative since Monday 9 November.
Caixa Loterias has introduced Pix payments for prizes from bets placed on its digital channels. Prizes of up to R$2,428.80 can be credited to the account associated with the bettor’s key.
Wynn Resorts could reduce leverage to 5x after UAE resort opens
Wynn Resorts could lower its lease-adjusted leverage to 5x after its Wynn Al Marjan Island resort in the UAE opens, CBRE Credit Research analysts said. They said the project could support a credit-rating upgrade, while noting that Wynn holds a 40% equity stake; the resort is due to open in September 2027.
Wynn’s upcoming UAE casino hotel could help bring its lease-adjusted leverage down to 5x, according to CBRE Credit Research analysts Colin Mansfield and Connor Parks.
Meridianbet CEO pledges legal effort to resume Brazil operations
Meridianbet chief executive Zoran Milosevic said the operator would pursue legal routes to restart operations in Brazil. The company confirmed a $5.5m impairment charge, while its parent’s stock fell 17% on Q3 earnings.