DraftKings projects up to $1.05bn Predictions investment across 2026 and 2027
The planned spend and post-promotion customer retention are central to assessing DraftKings’ Predictions investment.
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Caixa Loterias enables Pix prize payments for digital bets up to R$2,428.80
The changes affect payment and prize-redemption options for customers using Caixa Loterias’ digital betting channels.
Wynn Resorts could reduce leverage to 5x after UAE resort opens
The analysts’ leverage and rating assessment may affect how investors and lenders view Wynn Resorts’ debt position.
Meridianbet CEO pledges legal effort to resume Brazil operations
The impairment and potential return to Brazil are relevant to investors and operators assessing the company’s exposure to the market.
Betfair continues Italian operations as Flutter reviews next steps
Operators and affiliates can distinguish the confirmed affiliate-programme closure from the unconfirmed possibility of Betfair leaving Italy.
Brightstar Lottery plans Italian self-service terminal rollout for early 2027
The planned terminals and consumer services could broaden Brightstar Lottery’s Italian retail and digital offering.
Tribal leadership dispute prompts lawsuit to block Kalshi app launch
The case could determine whether Kalshi can proceed with its tribal partnership and planned app launch.
Kambi licenses sportsbook source code to Allwyn for €50m
The perpetual global licence gives Allwyn control to build and adapt its sportsbook, while Kambi retains long-term trading services revenue.
Benin National Lottery reports 72% rise in nine-month net profit
Online betting sales grew even as Benin’s National Lottery reported lower gross gaming revenue, reflecting differing business trends.
Blask launches Ask Blask AI assistant for iGaming market data
The assistant lets operators and suppliers query Blask’s iGaming market dataset through a paid service.
SOFTSWISS outlines three-week implementation plan for regulated-market entry
Operators with a licence and commercial agreement can plan regulated-market entry around SOFTSWISS’s stated implementation schedule.
Cantabria bingo halls forecast €13.4m in 2026 sales
The figures give bingo operators and investors an update on regional sales performance and the sector’s 2026 outlook.
Marina Bay Sands starts lobby renewal in January 2027 ahead of 15,000-seat arena
The refurbishment schedule and arena plans are relevant to the resort’s investment programme and future event capacity.
CreditSights expects softer Wynn Macau Q4 and higher 2027 expansion spending
Investors should weigh expected weaker fourth-quarter revenue and earnings against higher 2027 spending focused mainly on Wynn Palace expansion.
Maybank raises Genting ESG score to 50 from 48
Investors can weigh Genting’s improved ESG score against limited governance progress and higher reported emissions, partly reflecting broader operations in the data.
Wasabi says Sega Sammy selects its cloud storage for Japan
The selection represents a technology supply relationship between a storage provider and a gaming and entertainment group.
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DraftKings cuts undisclosed jobs ahead of third-quarter results
The reductions accompany a sharp cut to DraftKings’ 2026 profit guidance, relevant to investors and suppliers assessing its costs.
Jefferies analyst says SciPlay weighs on Light & Wonder earnings
Investors assessing Light & Wonder’s outlook have to weigh SciPlay’s expected growth and the time needed for a turnaround.
Fanatics and American Express launch card earning FanCash for bets
The partnership gives eligible cardholders a way to earn and redeem rewards through Fanatics’ sports-betting platform.
CBRE says Wynn Al Marjan Island could cut Wynn leverage to 5.0x
The projected leverage reduction could affect how credit-rating agencies assess Wynn Resorts after the resort opens.
Flutter reports 23% share of Alberta regulated iGaming market in Q3
Flutter’s reported share offers operators and investors an early measure of competition in Alberta’s regulated iGaming market.
Caesars denies Planet Hollywood and Flamingo sale rumours
The denial distinguishes the planned Caesars acquisition from unconfirmed claims about which Las Vegas assets might be sold.
Entain launches four-day Festive Four racing programme in Britain
The programme creates a four-day racing event and offers a single £64 ticket covering all meetings.
Brightstar opens renovated Lotto draw centre in Milan
The Milan facility is designed to take over Lotto draw operations nationally if needed, supporting service continuity.
DraftKings expects iGaming acquisition spending to support 2027 growth
Operators and investors will assess whether DraftKings can turn higher customer acquisition into revenue growth without proportionate promotional spending.