Sporting Risk supplies Betfred with player betting markets in the UK
Betfred’s expanded football market range includes player-focused options supplied by Sporting Risk.
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Acquisition
MGM gives Nevada regulators no update on People Inc buyout proposal
The proposal’s status affects MGM shareholders and the company’s potential ownership structure.
Rothera reports more than US$3bn in prediction-market trading since May
Rothera’s reported volume and distribution through Robinhood indicate growing activity in sports event contracts.
BC.Game appoints Guillermo Ochoa as Mexico brand ambassador
The appointment gives BC.Game a named marketing representative for campaigns and fan events in Mexico.
Acquisition
ZEAL Network agrees to acquire SevenCanyon’s remaining 96.5% stake
The acquisition would give ZEAL entry to the UK prize-draw market and add SevenCanyon’s operations to its business.
Acquisition
AK Bets triples UK and Irish racetrack presence via Pat O'Hare acquisition
The pitch acquisitions expand AK Bets' on-course betting footprint across three jurisdictions, intensifying competition for racetrack customers in the UK and Ireland.
Scientific Games deploys systems technology for Arizona Lottery
The technology deployment supports changes to the Arizona Lottery’s draw-game portfolio and retail operations.
Aristocrat Gaming installs two $5m links at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas
The installation brings Aristocrat’s linked slot machines to The Cosmopolitan’s high-limit room.
PhilWeb agrees exclusive Pragmatic Play content partnership in the Philippines
The agreement could expand content access for Philippine licensees if required approvals are secured.
Fertitta executives brief Nevada regulators on Caesars deal timetable
Nevada licensing and antitrust clearance are gating steps that determine whether the Caesars takeover can complete on schedule.
WorldGaming adds technology and fintech hall to ICE Barcelona 2027
The expansion creates a dedicated exhibition and conference space for technology and financial-services suppliers serving gaming businesses.
Acquisition
Michael Burry buys Flutter and DraftKings shares amid prediction-market concerns
Investors can see how Burry’s expectation of tighter prediction-market regulation informs his Flutter and DraftKings holdings.
EGT installs PH 50 V AWP cabinets at Hi Five Casino in the Netherlands
The installation gives EGT a Dutch casino deployment of its AWP cabinets and multigame, which the casino said was well received.
Bragg Gaming plans to cut 19% of its workforce in AI transformation
Operators and investors can assess how Bragg’s workforce reductions support its AI transformation and expected savings.
Imagine Live partners with MaxBet to roll out live casino in three Balkan markets
The staged rollout gives both companies a named commercial presence across three regulated markets.
Playtech raises 2026 EBITDA guidance to at least €270 million
Investors can weigh Playtech’s raised annual guidance against its expected lower second-half earnings.
Acquisition
Zeal enters UK prize draw market through SevenCanyon acquisition
The deal gives Zeal a route into a UK prize draw segment that sits outside strict lottery regulation, widening competition for operators.
Legitimuz reports World Cup onboarding and verification figures in Brazil
The figures give operators and suppliers reported benchmarks for onboarding speed and identity-verification capacity during peak betting demand.
Acquisition
Zeal Network agrees to acquire SevenCanyon for up to £38.6 million
Investors can assess how acquiring SevenCanyon would expand Zeal’s UK prize draw business.
Michael Burry invests in US gambling giants as he predicts prediction markets downturn
The disclosed positions signal investor interest in established US sportsbook operators as prediction markets face expected pressure.
Acquisition
Nevada gaming board recommends Caesars takeover of Westgate sportsbook
The proposed change would alter the retail and digital betting offer at a major Nevada sportsbook venue.
VERSUSbet extends Real Madrid partnership to Latin America for five years
The extended partnership gives VERSUSbet a route into Brazil and expands its presence across Latin America.
Star Entertainment settles ATO tax disputes and records AU$55m charge
Investors can account for Star’s tax settlement, refund and remaining charge tied to former junket payments.
DELULU Gaming launches games on Stake before studio debut
Operators and investors can note DELULU’s games are available on Stake before the studio’s formal debut.
Amusnet launches games on Entain’s bwin and Gioco Digitale in Italy
Operators and investors can see Amusnet’s certified games expanding across Entain’s two Italian casino platforms.