Matchbook plans to launch a sports-focused prediction-market product in the UK as early as January 2026, interim chief executive Ronan McDonagh said. The company plans to operate under its UK Gambling Commission licence, with the launch intended to test its operating capacity before a potential move into the US.
The planned launch would add a licensed prediction-market product to the UK sports betting market.
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Gibraltar authorities approved ADI Predictstreet’s initial regulatory framework, the company said, allowing it to proceed with a phased expansion beyond football. The planned markets include other sports, entertainment, culture, weather and selected political events; Germany’s GGL has separately opened an investigation into the platform’s advertising and whether it provides illegal gambling there.
Matchbook acquired rival betting exchange Betdaq. Enda Kendrick said on-course bookmakers were the deal’s main motivation and Matchbook’s market makers would benefit most.
Matchbook said it has completed its acquisition of Betdaq. Betdaq will continue operating temporarily through EPS Ltd, with trading available until 21 October 2026 and customer withdrawals open until 4 November; the announcement said user funds would remain protected during the transition.
OKTO PAYMENTS announced a payments partnership with A2FBR to connect six betting brands to its platform in Brazil. The integration enables Pix transactions for Pinnacle, Matchbook, BetEspecial, Bolsa de Aposta, Fulltbet and BetBra; A2FBR will also use OKTO’s internet banking service.
Easybet is expanding its betting platform into prediction markets focused on football and the upcoming World Cup, according to the report. Users will be able to trade on outcomes such as whether England will win the tournament or Harry Kane will claim the Golden Boot. The platform operates through Matchbook, which the report says is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission.