Licences & markets
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.
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Licence applications, approvals and access to regulated markets.
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Wildz Group announces Finnish online gambling licence
The announcement signals Wildz Group’s intention to enter Finland’s regulated online gambling market when it opens.
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Louisiana regulators postpone DraftKings’ full licence renewal amid AI investigation
The delay leaves DraftKings’ full licence renewal pending in Louisiana amid an AI investigation.
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Wildz says it secures Finland online gambling licence approval
A confirmed first entrant signals how quickly operators are positioning for Finland's regulated market before it opens.
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MGA approves Hacksaw licence extension for B2B prediction markets
Suppliers should note Hacksaw's MGA licence extension permits peer-to-peer prediction market services under Malta's regulatory framework.
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PGCB renews Stadium Casino Westmoreland licence for five years
The renewal confirms Live! Casino Pittsburgh can continue operating under its renewed licence, while the exclusions bar the five people from casino gaming in Pennsylvania.
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Alberta’s regulated iGaming market passes 50 licensed sites
More than 50 licensed sites mark Alberta’s regulated market after the unregulated-market deadline passed.
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Alberta closes igaming transition with 29 approved operators
Ending the transition means unlicensed sites now face enforcement in Alberta.
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Pragmatic Play launches Mega Wheel Latino for Latin American market
The Colombia-hosted game offers Latin American players Spanish-speaking presenters and nine betting options.
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Blockchain.com seeks CFTC licences for US derivatives and prediction markets
CFTC approval would allow Blockchain.com to offer futures, options and prediction market contracts to retail and institutional customers.
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Random State enters New Zealand through Lotto NZ rollout
Random State’s first Lotto NZ eInstant launch establishes distribution through Scientific Games’ SG Content Hub, with additional content planned.
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IG Group seeks UK sports betting licence
IG Group’s sports betting licence application follows its acquisition of US prediction market Underdog.
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TaDa Gaming brings Clover Coins 4×4 slot to Italy
The release adds a Celtic-themed Hit the Cash title to TaDa Gaming's Italian portfolio, expanding supplier content for operators in the market.
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New Zealand selects 11 operators to apply for online casino licences
Eleven selected operators can apply for New Zealand’s 15 available online casino licences following the auction.
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Blockchain.com applies for US licences to offer prediction markets
The applications could enable Blockchain.com to seek approval to bring prediction markets and regulated trading to US users.
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New Zealand advances 11 operators in online casino licensing process
Betway, Stake, Entain and SkyCity can apply for online casino licences after advancing through New Zealand’s first competitive stage.
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New Zealand allocates 15 online casino application rights after auction
Operators holding application rights must still complete regulatory assessment before they can receive a licence to operate in New Zealand.
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New Zealand clears 11 brands for next online gambling licensing stage
Eleven brands can apply for 15 New Zealand online gambling licences, with Betway holding the most application rights.
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New Jersey Lottery launches Jon Bon Jovi scratchcard at $5
The lottery’s Bon Jovi scratchcard connects his participation fee to funding his foundation’s next community restaurant.
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New Zealand DIA advances 11 bidders in online casino licence tender
The tender sets the field for New Zealand's regulated online casino market, with 15 three-year licences and a possible five-year renewal on offer.
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New Zealand approves 11 online casino applicants including Entain and Stake
The approved applicant list signals which operators can compete for New Zealand online casino permits as the market opens.
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DIA names 11 entities eligible to apply for New Zealand online casino licences
SkyCity, Entain and Stake can advance to online casino licence applications in New Zealand.
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KSA approves Hard Rock Casino sports betting licence extension in the Netherlands
The approval allows Hard Rock Casino to add sports betting in the Netherlands, although its sportsbook launch remains pending.
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Cordish and Bruce Smith Enterprise top out $600m Virginia casino hotel
The planned opening will expand Petersburg’s casino capacity with over 1,600 slots, 70 tables and a 35-table poker room.
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GiG Software powers PowerPlay’s sportsbook and casino launch in Alberta
PowerPlay’s approved launch makes it GiG’s fourth active Alberta brand, using GiG’s account management, sportsbook, rules and data systems.