Optimove study records 60% March Madness betting rise, mostly existing players
The figures indicate that March Madness betting activity largely came from existing sportsbook customers rather than first-time depositors.
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Fanatics Markets launches multi-event Combos across eight sports
The feature expands Fanatics Markets’ contract options across multiple sports and event outcomes.
Aristocrat Gaming launches Hasbro-licensed Monopoly slot in US casino
The launch begins Aristocrat’s US casino-floor rollout under its Hasbro licensing partnership.
Allwyn to launch Powerball in the UK with MUSL later this year
The launch adds a jointly run lottery game to Allwyn’s UK offering and sets a £4 ticket price.
LBPay joins IBIA payment providers forum in Brazil
LBPay’s participation adds a payment provider to coordinated work on illegal betting and financial safeguards in Brazil.
Caesars agrees MLB player imagery deal for sportsbook platforms
The deal grants Caesars Sportsbook and William Hill Nevada rights to use MLB player imagery across their platforms.
SOFTSWISS joins iGEN in Malta
The membership adds a technology supplier to an association representing iGaming interests in regulatory discussions.
Ignition Poker signs Xuan Liu for brand partnership
The partnership links Ignition Poker with a player-content creator for promotions and audience engagement.
US online betting handle falls 3% in March as gaming revenue rises
Operators face weaker betting volumes even as higher hold supports revenue, while state reporting differences complicate market comparisons.
BCLC awards Bally’s Intralot lottery operations and technology contract
The agreement makes Intralot Canada responsible for operational and technical support across BCLC’s lottery and technology operations.
Synectics reports 22% revenue growth in 2025 on casino work
The results quantify casino-related revenue and profit contributions for a supplier serving gambling operators.
Fincore and Sportradar integrate AI insights into operator platforms
The integration connects Sportradar’s player insights with Fincore’s platform for operator use.
Boomer’s opens Henderson sportsbook and plans further Nevada expansion
The planned openings and reported expansion target affect Nevada operators competing for licensed sports-betting customers.
Acquisition
BetMGM reports higher customer acquisition costs amid prediction-market competition
BetMGM’s rising acquisition costs and shifting user activity may pressure marketing decisions despite revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth.
Comtrade Gaming plans Brazilian operator launch in May
Brazilian operators may gain access to Comtrade Gaming’s certified content and platform services if the planned launch proceeds.
Amusnet launches 94 games with Paradise Casino Admiral in Czechia
The agreement adds Amusnet titles to a Czech operator’s games offering.
Internet Sports International converts Casino Del Sol betting kiosks
Casino Del Sol’s kiosk conversion makes Internet Sports International its sportsbook platform provider.
BetMGM partners Octoplay on Elvis slots in the US and Canada
BetMGM gains Elvis-branded slots in its stated markets, while Octoplay holds exclusive rights to develop and distribute them.
Rank Group cuts costs and renegotiates supplier deals amid UK tax rise
Rank’s planned changes may affect suppliers and marketing activity as it responds to higher remote gaming duty.
ISI Sports completes Casino Del Sol sportsbook kiosk conversion in Arizona
The conversion establishes a sportsbook platform partnership between ISI Sports and Casino Del Sol.
BetMGM lowers 2026 revenue guidance to $2.9bn-$3.1bn
BetMGM’s lower forecast and higher acquisition costs signal pressure on expected performance and operating economics.
High Roller agrees Crypto.com deal to distribute US event contracts
High Roller has a planned route into US event contracts, but the companies have not announced a launch date.
Multi-State Lottery Association and Allwyn UK agree Powerball expansion
The UK Powerball launch depends on Gambling Commission approval and would link players to a shared jackpot.
High Roller partners Crypto.com on US prediction contracts
High Roller’s planned prediction-contract product has not launched, and timing details remain forthcoming.
BetMGM expects prediction-market marketing pressure to persist through the year
BetMGM’s response signals continued customer-acquisition cost pressure for sports betting operators.