Virgin Hotels Las Vegas said William Hill Nevada will take over its sportsbook operations in Las Vegas this year, subject to approval from the Nevada Gaming Control Board and Nevada Gaming Commission. The partnership includes an expanded wagering menu and more 24-hour betting kiosks; no takeover timetable was given.
Operators must await Nevada regulatory approval before the sportsbook transition can proceed.
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Playtech chief executive Mor Weizer said the company is targeting an agreement and launch in Brazil by early 2027. He said the government and prospective customer had asked Playtech to wait until after the election period; the company said it remains confident of reaching an agreement.
Reportedly, Evoke, the parent company of William Hill, remains in broadly the same financial position as a year earlier as it awaits acquisition by Bally's Intralot. The Athens-listed buyer paid £243.3m for the LSE-listed company, with the deal due to complete in Q4 2026 or Q1 2027.
Terrible’s reopened Primm Valley Casino in Primm, Nevada, 17 days after taking over management, according to reports. The property has more than 400 gaming machines and 250 hotel rooms, alongside a sportsbook, sports bar and restaurant. The company said it plans further investment, including new dining options.
Pragmatic Play will stop offering sportsbook, virtual sports and bingo products after a strategic review, the company said. It plans to focus on slots, live casino, crash and RNG products and is working with partners on transitions to other platforms.
Bally’s Intralot chief executive Robeson Reeves said the company does not plan to sell evoke assets immediately if its agreed acquisition proceeds. The all-share deal values evoke at £243.1m and is expected to close in Q4 2026 or early 2027, subject to gaming and antitrust approvals.