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Banijay-Driven JOA Acquisition Raises Stakes in French Online Casino Legalisation Debate
Banijay Gaming’s acquisition of JOA Groupe, France’s second largest land-based casino operator, highlights renewed momentum in the country’s contentious debate over regulated online casinos, as one of Europe’s entertainment giants signals a deeper ambition to shape the future of French gambling policy.
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Alberta iGaming Market Set for July 13 Launch as Major Operators Prepare Entry
Alberta’s regulated online casino and betting market will officially launch on July 13, with leading operators such as FanDuel announcing their entry. The move signals a major shift for Canada’s iGaming landscape and could reshape competition and consumer protection in the province.
DraftKings Launches Alberta Sportsbook Ahead of 2026 World Cup Surge
DraftKings is set to debut its sportsbook and online casino platforms in Alberta as the province opens its regulated market on July 13, aiming to capture early momentum ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The launch marks a significant milestone in Canada’s evolving legal gambling landscape.
ADI Predictstreet and Kalshi Partner to Expand Official World Cup 2026 Prediction Markets
ADI Predictstreet, the Official Prediction Market Partner of FIFA World Cup 2026, has teamed up with Kalshi to extend the reach of regulated trading on tournament outcomes worldwide. The collaboration features co-branded presence across stadiums and broadcasts. This marks a pivotal moment for the international integration of prediction markets.
Prediction Markets Challenge Sports Betting Growth in Massachusetts as Handle Falls
Massachusetts reported a year-over-year decline in sports betting handle in May 2026, highlighting a growing trend in major U.S. markets as federally accessible prediction markets appear to divert volume from state-regulated sportsbooks.
Entain Considers Divestment of Central and Eastern Europe Unit Amid Market Shifts
Entain is reportedly weighing the sale of its Central and Eastern Europe business, potentially transferring its CEE joint venture stake to EMMA Capital. The move signals strategic recalibration amid shifting regulatory and commercial dynamics in the region.
Affiliates Battling Black Market SEO Tactics Face Tough Choices in Regulated Gambling
Licensed casino affiliates are losing ground in search rankings to black-market operators, with iGaming stakeholders warning that trust and regulatory compliance—not just technical SEO—will shape the future of player acquisition in competitive gambling markets.
World Cup 2026 Sports Betting Expected to Surpass $50 Billion Globally
Global wagering on the 2026 FIFA World Cup is projected to exceed $50 billion, potentially making it the largest betting event in history as the tournament expands to 48 teams and takes place across North America.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Set to Shatter Sports Betting Records with $50 Billion Wagered Globally
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is projected to drive more than $50 billion in global wagers, making it the largest betting event in history. Industry experts predict this surge will reshape sports betting markets and regulatory oversight worldwide.
New Jersey Regulators Launch Review of Fertitta’s $17.6B Caesars Entertainment Takeover
New Jersey regulators have committed to scrutinizing Tilman Fertitta’s proposed $17.6 billion acquisition of Caesars Entertainment, which would see the combined entity control four Atlantic City casinos. The review marks a critical step for US gaming M&A and could prompt similar regulatory actions in other key states.
Alberta iGaming Market Launch Misses Key World Cup 2026 Acquisition Window
Alberta’s iGaming market will open on July 13, just six days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. This limited timeframe restricts operators’ ability to acquire new sports betting customers during Canada’s largest-ever major football event.
Stake Debuts Online Casino and Sportsbook in Buenos Aires Province, Expanding Argentina Presence
Stake has launched its online casino and sportsbook platform in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, operating under a provincial license issued by IPLyC. This move strengthens Stake's Latin American footprint and underscores the ongoing expansion of regulated iGaming in key Argentinian jurisdictions.
Fertitta Entertainment to Acquire Caesars in $17.9 Billion Landmark Deal
Fertitta Entertainment has announced an agreement to acquire Caesars Entertainment in an all-cash $17.9 billion transaction, including $11.9 billion of Caesars' existing debt. The acquisition marks one of the largest deals in the casino industry, reshaping the competitive landscape across the US and global markets.
Alberta iGaming Market Attracts Over 55 Operators as Bet365 Confirms Entry Ahead of July Launch
Bet365 has joined more than 55 operators seeking approval to enter Alberta’s regulated iGaming market, which goes live on July 13. The province is preparing for a significant expansion, signaling a new competitive era for Canadian online gambling.
Alberta Opens Regulated iGaming Market as PowerPlay Confirms Entry
PowerPlay has announced its entry into Alberta's regulated iGaming market ahead of the province’s official launch on July 13, signaling a major expansion of legal sports betting options in Canada’s fourth-largest province.
Global Unregulated Online Gambling Market Hits $5.9 Trillion in 2025, GCI Report Reveals
A new GCI report finds unregulated online gambling generated $5.9 trillion in global wagers in 2025, surpassing all national GDPs except the US and China. The figure highlights the continued dominance and risks of grey and black market gambling operations worldwide.
Online Betting in Brazil Surges as One in Four Adults Place Bets, Raising Election Concerns
A new survey reveals that 25% of Brazilian adults engaged in online betting in the last month, sparking fresh debate over gambling debt and regulation ahead of the upcoming elections. The findings highlight growing pressure for stricter oversight of Brazil's rapidly expanding betting market.
Kalshi Joins Top Five US Sports Betting Operators With $2 Billion Handle in March
The federally regulated prediction market Kalshi reported $2 billion in March handle-equivalent, ranking fourth among US sports betting operators by handle-per-adult and surpassing BetMGM and Caesars. This milestone highlights Kalshi's disruptive role in the evolving US gambling and financial markets sector.
Ontario iGaming Market Hits Record $9.59 Billion Handle in March 2024
Ontario’s regulated online gambling sector reached an unprecedented CAD $9.59 billion in total wagers in March 2024, marking a historic high for the province’s market. The milestone reflects ongoing competitive adjustments and signals Ontario’s position as a leading jurisdiction in regulated iGaming.
World Cup 2026: LatAm Operators Face Sportsbook Stability Test Amid Anticipated Betting Surge
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will trigger unprecedented betting volumes across Latin America, challenging sportsbook operators to maintain performance, comply with new regulations, and guarantee platform stability during peak demand.
Kambi to Power Canadian Lottery Sportsbooks Across Seven Provinces in Major National Deal
Leading technology supplier Kambi will deliver a unified sportsbook solution to Canadian lottery operators across seven provinces, following new agreements with BCLC and ALC. The deal signals a transformative shift for regulated betting in Canada’s government lottery sector.
Tax Risk, AI Fraud and Sports Betting Dominate SBC Summit Malta 2026
Leading figures at SBC Summit Malta 2026 scrutinised UK tax changes, mounting AI-driven fraud threats, and the evolution of sports betting products, highlighting key regulatory and operational risks facing Europe's gambling sector.
Prediction Markets Challenge US Sportsbooks as Bettors Shift to Event Trading
US online sportsbooks are facing mounting competition as prediction markets and event trading platforms attract growing player share, raising questions about future market dynamics and regulatory boundaries.
bet365 Launches Sportsbook in Michigan, Targets Further US Expansion
UK-based operator bet365 has launched its sportsbook in Michigan, marking its 17th US state entry and signaling an intensified push into the American gaming market. The launch coincides with a Detroit Red Wings partnership and hints at Massachusetts as the next step in bet365’s US expansion strategy.
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