Merger
Allwyn completes merger with Greek subsidiary OPAP
The merger changes the structure of a lottery and gaming group with operations in Greece.
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SkillOnNet, ClearStake and other firms announce partnerships and Italian certification
The agreements affect operators’ due-diligence processes, platform arrangements and access to gaming content in several markets.
Playtech chief executive discusses UK tax exposure and Hard Rock Bet
Playtech’s stated diversification and exposure to UK tax changes are relevant to assessments of the supplier’s business outlook.
WSOP returns Main Event coverage to ESPN for 2026
The broadcast agreement restores ESPN coverage of the WSOP Main Event and sets the event’s television schedule.
IGT announces layoffs affecting about 700 employees
The planned workforce reduction affects about 10% of IGT’s global employees following its merger with Everi.
Allwyn restructures holdings to take 67.1% voting stake in Reef Casino Trust
The ownership change affects voting control at Reef Casino Trust while Iris Cairns’ bid remains conditional.
Sportradar expands Hard Rock Bet deal with PGA TOUR and UFC data
The expanded deal adds official PGA TOUR and UFC data and live-betting features to Hard Rock Bet’s US offering.
Allwyn extends Formula 1 partnership and launches predictions league
The Allwyn League adds prizes, including Grand Prix tickets, to race predictions within the Formula 1 partnership.
Jackpot Digital agrees to install dealerless poker tables at Detroit casino
The approved installation marks Jackpot Digital’s entry into Michigan’s commercial casino market with electronic poker tables.
ARK Invest and Kalshi partner on institutional prediction-market research
The partnership creates a stated use of prediction-market data in an asset manager’s research and portfolio process.
DraftKings launches historical baseball betting product in Oregon
The product adds a historical betting format for DraftKings customers in Oregon, with expansion dependent on local market decisions.
DraftKings launches historical MLB betting game in Oregon
The launch introduces a historical betting product in Oregon, while any expansion requires approval in other jurisdictions.
Kambi reports €162m revenue for 2025, down 8.2%
Kambi’s results detail revenue pressures and its smaller underlying decline excluding prior-year transition fees.
BETBY publishes report on Brazil’s first year of regulated betting
The report’s findings on regulatory and operational complexity may inform suppliers’ and operators’ plans for Brazil.
Allwyn extends Formula 1 partnership under multi-year agreement
The renewed partnership adds fan-prediction and broadcast features, while expanding community awards support to more organisations.
DigiPlus partners with Manny Pacquiao across games, sportsbook and payments
The partnership combines gaming content, sportsbook promotion and payment integration across DigiPlus platforms.
Macau Legend forecasts HKD1.57bn loss after casino closure
The impairment and casino closure contributed to Macau Legend’s expected wider loss, illustrating the financial effect of the service agreement ending.
Banijay Group links Tipico acquisition to 2029 revenue target of €10bn
The target connects Banijay’s gambling strategy and Tipico acquisition with its stated 2029 revenue goal.
Merger
Allwyn completes OPAP merger and begins Athens trading
The completed merger establishes a publicly traded combined lottery group and may lead to another exchange listing.
Merger
Allwyn completes OPAP merger and lists combined company in Athens
The completed merger combines two lottery and gaming businesses under one listed company.
Codere prepares potential sale at about €2bn valuation
A potential sale could change ownership of Codere’s gambling operations and online arm, making the process relevant to investors.
ZEAL Network reports 2025 revenue of €218.5m, up 16%
Revenue growth gives investors an update on ZEAL Network’s reported 2025 performance.
Strive Gaming supplies PAM platform to PlayStar in New Jersey and Canada
The agreement makes Strive PlayStar’s platform supplier in New Jersey and supports planned launches in other regulated markets.
Robinhood plans to expand prediction markets beyond sports
A broader product mix could reduce Robinhood’s reliance on sports contracts, which the report says attract regulatory scrutiny.
Peter & Sons supplies games to Lotto Baden-Württemberg in Germany
The partnership gives Peter & Sons access to Germany through a state lottery’s online gaming service.