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.
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Women in Gaming Africa partners with ICE on Barcelona reception
The collaboration gives African gaming stakeholders a scheduled networking event alongside ICE Barcelona.
ICE Barcelona renews collaboration with CIBELAE ahead of 2026 event
The collaboration gives CIBELAE expertise and Latin American representatives a role in ICE Barcelona’s lottery programme.
Acquisition
EveryMatrix acquires Goma Gaming to expand sports and casino capabilities
The deal expands EveryMatrix’s capacity to develop front-end products for operator clients.
Analysts assess prediction markets, Macau gaming and operators
Operators and suppliers are weighing analyst views on prediction-market competition and Macau revenue expectations.
Kambi extends sportsbook contract with Paf
The extension preserves Kambi’s sportsbook and selected front-end services across Paf’s named brands.
ICE Barcelona and Women in Gaming Africa agree to co-host 2026 reception
The collaboration creates a networking forum supporting diversity and Africa’s gaming industry development.
Polymarket signs multi-year sponsorship deal with UFC and Zuffa Boxing
The agreement brings prediction-market products into live sports events, while the KSA says such services require a Dutch licence.
LeoVegas partners with Valletta FC for two seasons
The Valletta FC agreement gives LeoVegas branding rights across the club’s team kit and facilities for two seasons.
Entain reports 37% growth in darts bets since 2018
Operators can use the reported growth figures to assess demand for darts betting markets.
New South Wales and Queensland approve Bally’s A$300m investment in The Star
The approvals clear a regulatory condition for Bally’s investment and give it governance and financial-recovery roles at The Star.
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.
Acquisition
Iowa commission approves Elite Casino Resorts’ Catfish Bend acquisition
Regulatory approval advances Elite’s acquisition, while the expected closing and team retention plans matter to property stakeholders.
Acquisition
Hacksaw Gaming acquires minority stake in Kitsune Studios
The investment deepens the companies’ existing games partnership and gives Hacksaw the option to expand its ownership.
Playtech secures exclusive bingo supply deal with SkillOnNet in UK and Mexico
The agreement gives Playtech exclusive bingo supply rights for SkillOnNet in two markets.
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.
Fanatics partners with Crypto.com for prediction markets launch
The partnership brings a sportsbook operator into prediction markets while state regulators have warned of possible licensing risks.
Acquisition
Nederlandse Loterij completes full acquisition of Lotify in the Netherlands
The deal gives Nederlandse Loterij full ownership of a platform serving fundraising lotteries and competitions in the Netherlands.
SJM abandons Ponte 16 acquisition as Macau casino closes on 28 November
The closure will relocate gaming equipment and affect employment at a Macau satellite casino.
Acquisition
Iowa commission approves Elite Casino Resorts acquisition of Burlington properties
The approval allows the proposed acquisition to proceed towards closing and would expand Elite Casino Resorts’ Iowa portfolio.
Lotto Bayern extends exclusive FC Augsburg advertising partnership to 2027
The extension maintains Lotto Bayern’s exclusive advertising across FC Augsburg’s match coverage, team materials and online channels.
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.
Intralot sells indirect Athens casino stake for €8 million
The sale exits Intralot’s casino holding as the company focuses on lottery and iGaming.
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.