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Maine iGaming could launch in Q1 2027, regulator says
Maine's iGaming market could launch in the first quarter of 2027, but several obstacles remain before wagering can begin.
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Licence applications, approvals and access to regulated markets.
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BMM Testlabs secures approval to certify online games in New Zealand
BMM Testlabs received approval to provide online game testing and certification under New Zealand's new online casino framework.
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Hippos ATG says it secures five-year Finnish gambling licence ahead of 2027 launch
A second self-announced licence signals early positioning in Finland's new private market opening to operators.
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Louisiana grants DraftKings four-month licence extension to February 2027
The short extension leaves DraftKings' Louisiana operations subject to a further suitability review, a licensing risk to track.
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Scientific Games' US scratch game plant gains WLA-SCS:2024 Level 2 certification
Lottery operators gain an independently audited security benchmark covering the supplier's main US production site.
Source: PR Newswire Gaming
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Delasport enters Alberta with PlayBetNova.ca launch
The launch marks Delasport's entry into a second regulated Canadian market as an AGLC-registered supplier.
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PAGCOR targets December 2026 launch of app against illegal online gambling
PAGCOR aims to launch a December 2026 app helping players identify authorised online gaming platforms.
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Louisiana LGCB grants DraftKings four-month licence extension pending AI review
The board deferred its ruling while studying how sports betting companies use artificial intelligence in customer practices.
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Wildz says it receives five-year Finnish gambling licence ahead of 2027 launch
A five-year licence positions Wildz to offer products when Finland's regulated online market opens.
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Investor withdraws proposed Colombo Port City casino during due diligence
An applicant withdrew its proposed Colombo Port City casino during due diligence, among five withdrawn projects disclosed.
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Louisiana declines to renew DraftKings licence, grants conditional extension
DraftKings keeps operating in Louisiana only conditionally, leaving its licence status and market access dependent on the regulator's review.
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P2E schedules Cedar Crossing casino opening for 19 November
Construction of the $275m development finished ahead of the previously planned 31 December opening.
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PGCB renews Pittsburgh casino licence for five years
The PGCB unanimously renewed Stadium Casino Westmoreland RE LLC's Category 4 casino licence for five years.
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FIRST.bet opens sportsbook engine to operators in Sweden
Swedish-licensed operators gain an option to outsource pricing, trading and risk while retaining control of their frontend and brand.
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Wildz claims first Finnish iGaming authorisation ahead of July 2027 market opening
Wildz says it holds a five-year authorisation ahead of the planned market opening on 1 July 2027.
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NET Gaming Solutions adds two newly approved games to its catalogue
NET Gaming Solutions' two newly approved titles expand its offering for Italy's regulated machine market.
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Hacksaw launches prediction-markets platform after MGA licence extension
Hacksaw's B2B peer-to-peer platform lets operators keep their brands and customer relationships while sharing participation.
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Wildz Group says it is first operator cleared for Finnish gambling licence
A first cleared applicant would give Wildz Group an early position in Finland's newly licensed market before rivals are approved.
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Wildz Group says it received five-year Finnish gambling licence
Wildz Group says Finland's National Police Board awarded a five-year licence, with plans to serve players from 1 July 2027.
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KSA grants Hard Rock Casino sports betting licence in Netherlands
The extension adds a sportsbook to Hard Rock Casino's Dutch offering, widening competition in the regulated sports-betting market once it launches.
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Aristocrat Interactive takes Spooky Link online in North America
The release adapts Aristocrat Interactive's land-based Spooky Link slot franchise for regulated online casino platforms in North America.
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Interblock reports PAGCOR product approval ahead of planned Manila launch
The Philippine regulatory clearance supports Interblock's planned Q4 2026 rollout at a new Manila casino resort.
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Louisiana board conditionally extends DraftKings permit to 19 February
DraftKings must file suitability submissions, AI responses and a responsible-gambling compliance certification within 30 days to secure full renewal in Louisiana.
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MGA extends HGMT’s B2B licence for Type 3 services
Type 3 extension under an existing pool-betting category shows suppliers the authorisation is not a new prediction-market licence.
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Emotiva opens first Andalusian gaming hall in Málaga
First Andalusian hall in Málaga shows suppliers and investors Emotiva's gaming-hall footprint now includes Andalusia.