Regulus analyst questions UK operators' tax mitigation plans
The assessment challenges operators' expected ability to offset higher UK gambling duties through cost reductions and other measures.
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UK gambling operators outline plans to offset higher betting taxes
The projected tax costs and mitigation plans may influence operators’ spending, staffing and product decisions in the UK.
UK operators outline plans ahead of gambling tax increases
The planned tax increases could affect operators’ costs and competitive positions in the UK.
Rivers Enterprise Borrower completes $991m Pittsburgh casino recapitalisation
Sole ownership gives Rivers Enterprise Borrower control of a casino resort and hotel valued at $991 million.
Four Brazilian state lotteries establish ALEB association
The association creates a joint forum for four state lotteries to coordinate representation and policy engagement.
Robinhood and Susquehanna plan prediction-markets exchange for 2026
The planned exchange would give Robinhood and Susquehanna a new platform for prediction-market-related futures and derivatives.
NHL commissioner says Kalshi and Polymarket partnerships give league oversight
The league’s stated ability to seek removal of contracts is relevant to how sports bodies oversee prediction-market activity.
Robinhood and Susquehanna plan prediction-market venture after LedgerX stake acquisition
The venture would give the partners an exchange infrastructure of their own for prediction-market products.
Banijay Group announces €3bn move for Tipico
The proposed transaction could change ownership in the European online gambling sector.
Robinhood plans prediction-markets exchange with Susquehanna liquidity support
The planned exchange and acquisition could add a new competitor in US prediction markets.
DraftKings launches Spanish-language sportsbook and casino apps in the US and Ontario
The rollout adds Spanish-language access to DraftKings’ sportsbook and casino products in two markets.
DraftKings plans prediction-market launch in non-sports-betting states
The planned state-limited product could affect DraftKings’ market strategy and the competitive landscape for online sports betting.
Analyst says UK tax rises could make Entain an M&A target
Operators and investors may reassess UK exposure and consolidation prospects if the proposed tax increases proceed.
DraftKings tells investors prediction-market product may launch in December or January
The planned state-by-state launch could affect operators assessing prediction-market entry and regulatory exposure.
Analysts assess prediction markets, Macau gaming and operators
Operators and suppliers are weighing analyst views on prediction-market competition and Macau revenue expectations.
Entain reports 37% growth in darts bets since 2018
Operators can use the reported growth figures to assess demand for darts betting markets.
Fanatics plans prediction-markets launch with Crypto.com in coming weeks
The planned partnership could extend Fanatics’ reach into additional states, subject to local rules.
Tipico links supplier promotions to pledges against serving illegal German casinos
The initiative ties commercial promotion by Tipico to suppliers’ commitment not to serve illegal German online casinos.
Pronet Gaming establishes PAGCOR-accredited operation in the Philippines
The arrangement enables Pronet to establish local IT and trading operations without taking bets or payments.
Brightstar Lottery reports $2.5bn in direct economic value for 2024
The report provides investors and lottery partners with the company's stated 2024 economic contribution and future emissions-planning timetable.
Entain reports 92% rise in bets on World Darts Championship
The figure gives operators an indicator of betting activity on the tournament.
PlayNorth supports BetBlocker for its online casino players
The partnership adds a blocking tool for PlayNorth customers and could affect how operators present player-protection options.
Lottopar accredits Legitimuz for bettor verification in Paraná
Authorised concessionaires in Paraná can use a second accredited provider for bettor identity checks.
Flutter shifts Sky Bet operations to Malta amid restructuring
The transfer changes Sky Bet’s operating structure and could affect its UK tax position and staffing.
Brightstar says LottoItalia secures nine-year extension to run Italy’s lottery
The nine-year award secures LottoItalia’s role in operating Italy Lotto through November 2034.