Minis
⚖️ Texas hearing sharpens prediction market row
Texas lawmakers heard sharply opposing views on prediction markets, with the American Gaming Association urging the state to take legal action, while Kalshi warned that tighter restrictions could push users towards offshore options. 📊⚖️ The clash matters well beyond Texas. It highlights a bigger industry question: how states draw the line between regulated betting, emerging market models and consumer protection. For operators, the outcome could shape future compliance strategy across the US. 🇺🇸 Source: iGaming Business 🌐 Source: iGaming Business
📉 Gambling Stocks Lose Their Shine
Gambling stocks are under pressure as investors reassess growth prospects across the sector 📊. Rising compliance costs, tougher regulation and slower post-pandemic momentum are weighing on valuations, according to Example News. For the iGaming industry, this is more than a market wobble ⚖️. Lower share prices can limit expansion plans and raise questions around capital access, but they also push operators and suppliers to focus on sustainable growth, stronger margins and product differentiation 🎯. 🌐 Source: Example News
🇪🇹 Ethiopia’s betting market hits a turning point
Ethiopia’s gambling market is under growing pressure, with consultant Yonathan Samuel saying the country once had 196 licensed betting firms but now faces 250+ unlicensed offshore sites targeting local players. ⚠️📊 Speaking ahead of the African Gaming Forum, Samuel warned new regulations may have unintentionally revived the illegal sector. For operators and regulators, the message is clear: stronger enforcement and smarter market design will be key to protecting channelisation and player trust. 🎯🌍 Source: iGaming Expert. 🌐 Source: iGaming Expert
🏪 Betfred founder warns of UK shop wipeout
Betfred founder Fred Done says UK high street betting shops could disappear within years, as online gambling keeps gaining ground. Gambling Commission data shows online casino yield rose by nearly 15%, while retail betting yield fell again. 📉 Done points to taxation as a key pressure, not just digital migration. That matters for the wider market too: if higher costs are already reshaping sponsorship and marketing, operators may rethink retail footprints next. 🏇💷 What does that mean for omnichannel betting in the UK? 🤔 🌐 Source: SBC News
Latest News
Follow Us
B2B iGaming
Business solutions, partnerships, and industry developments for gaming operators and providers
What Gives Online Casinos Real Value for Players
A player-first view of casino product design shows that speed, familiarity, trust and control drive engagement more than cluttered interfaces or heavy promotion. The findings draw on player interviews, VIP manager feedback and support interactions.
Brazil iGaming Rankings Highlight Tighter Rules And Growth
Brazil's licensed iGaming market expanded in the first half of 2026, even as advertising, payments and player eligibility rules became stricter. TV remains the main awareness channel, while affiliates and localised content are gaining importance as competition intensifies.
RichAds Flags High-Upside Pre-Roll Video GEOs for 2026
RichAds data highlights the Philippines, Turkey, Colombia and Indonesia as pre-roll video markets where engagement currently outpaces CPM pricing. India also offers major scale for creative testing, while several Tier-1 markets carry higher costs with weaker click-through rates.
Gamification Lifted Weekly Turnover by 16% Without Bonuses
An MVP collection mechanic increased average weekly turnover per player by 16% in a targeted A/B test, without issuing extra bonuses. The trial showed that visible goals and progress tracking can raise engagement among established non-VIP depositors.
Argentina Tightens iGaming Rules As Marketing Shifts Online
Argentina’s 2026 iGaming market is expanding under tighter provincial and national controls. Social media and football broadcasts remain the main acquisition channels, while operators face stricter advertising rules, local tax changes and stronger action against illegal supply.
Onboarding Mission Lifted Day-30 Return in New Player Test
An A/B test found that a mission tied to five unique slots and EUR100 turnover increased day-30 return from 11.1% to 13.1%. The result shows that deeper play, not simple game sampling, has the stronger link to reactivation.
Business
Corporate strategies, mergers, acquisitions, and financial performance of gaming companies
Process Overload Exposes Leadership Gaps In iGaming Firms
A commentary from iGaming CEO Telegram argues that weak management habits, shifting priorities and team misalignment are driving staff exits. For operators and suppliers, the message is clear: process only creates value when it supports profit, product goals and shared accountability.
Danilo Dyachenko Exits DEVILS CBDO Role After Four Years
Danilo Dyachenko has left his CBDO role at DEVILS after more than four years with the iGaming holding. DEVILS has appointed Artur as the new CBDO, signalling a planned leadership transition inside its business development structure.
Top Prediction Markets Ranked Across Five English-Speaking Markets
Blask data ranks Polymarket as the clear leader in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and Ireland by Brand's Accumulated Power. Kalshi holds a strong second place in every market, while all other brands remain far behind.
Why Top iGaming Executives Are Struggling To Find Roles
Senior hiring in iGaming is tightening despite sector growth. A closed C-level market, weak recruitment processes and cost-driven decisions are making it harder for experienced leaders to secure relevant roles.
Inside Asian Gaming Appoints Kelsey Wilhelm Senior Editor
Inside Asian Gaming has named Kelsey Wilhelm as Senior Contributing Editor, effective 4 May 2026. The appointment adds Macau media experience, video expertise and wider Asia-Pacific market knowledge to the publisher’s editorial team.
Why iGaming Can Become Unprofitable, A Financial Analyst’s View
A financial analyst has outlined why iGaming businesses can lose money despite strong revenue expectations. Affiliate costs, mixed commercial models, staff churn, platform fees, payment inefficiencies and weak bonus policies all place pressure on margins.
Casino
Updates on casino games, operators, software providers, and player experiences
Big Bass Football Bonanza Tops Blask’s World Cup 2026 Chart
Blask’s July 2026 ranking shows Pragmatic Play’s Big Bass Football Bonanza leading football-themed iGaming titles by operator brand count with 695 placements. The report also found football games breaking into broader casino top 20 charts across several World Cup participant markets.
Stake Leads Weekly Crypto Casino Deposit Volumes
Tanzanite’s latest blockchain-tracked snapshot shows Stake, Rainbet and Roobet posting the largest deposit gains between 27 July and 3 August 2026. BC.Game recorded the sharpest decline, while smaller brands such as Acebet and Gamba delivered the fastest percentage growth.
Dragon Money Turns World Cup Streams Into Brand Media
Dragon Money has launched free World Cup match streams with commentators, branded graphics and casino-linked content. The project expands audience reach, builds loyalty and gives the brand a media service that sits beyond direct acquisition.
Australia: VIP Players Reveal Their Casino Preferences
In-depth interviews with Australia's VIP casino players unveil key insights into their preferences. Essential elements include fast game load speeds, efficient personal managers, and transparent wagering requirements.
Stake Dominates Canadian Market, Rainbet Shows Explosive Growth
The Canadian iGaming market reached $11.37 billion in CEB, with Stake leading at $2.49 billion. Offshore brands like Stake and Rainbet dominate, while Betty excels in Ontario. Regulatory changes hint at shifts favouring private operators.
Tanzanite Unveils Weekly Crypto Casino Deposit Rankings
Tanzanite has released the latest data on crypto casino deposit volumes for March 30 to April 6, 2026. Stake leads with a 24% increase, while Winna sees a notable 17% decline.
Minis
Events
Coverage of major industry conferences, tournaments, and gaming events worldwide
Key Side Events Set The Pace For SBC Lisbon 2026
A packed calendar of networking, awards and invite-only dinners will run alongside SBC Lisbon from 28 September to 1 October. The schedule highlights how business at major iGaming conferences now happens across specialist side events as much as on the main show floor.
Galaxy Macau Retains Top Asia IR Honour at 2026 IAG Awards
Galaxy Macau won Best Integrated Resort in Asia for a fourth straight year at the 2026 IAG Academy IR Awards in Manila. Ken Jolly of Light & Wonder was named Industry Legend, while Aristocrat, Marina Bay Sands and Walker Digital Table Systems also collected major honours.
IAG Pushes EXPO Bridge Ahead Of Manila Gathering
Inside Asian Gaming has urged 2026 IAG EXPO attendees to activate or register for IAG EXPO Bridge before next week’s Manila event. The in-house platform combines registration, digital profiles, QR badge networking and follow-up tools across the expo’s five core events.
IAG Unveils Full Programme for 2026 Academy Summit
Inside Asian Gaming has released the full programme for the 2026 IAG Academy Summit in Manila on 15 and 16 September. The agenda spans regulation, emerging Asian markets, AI, player data, supplier innovation and integrated resort growth.
CiG iDEA Summit Confirms Sponsors for Manila Debut
Complete iGaming has named the official sponsors for the first CiG iDEA Summit at IAG EXPO on 14 September 2026 in Manila. The line-up spans venue, technology, compliance, payments support and legal advisory, reflecting the event’s focus on regulation and market growth in Asia-Pacific.
IAG Academy IR Awards Gala Dinner Sells Out Ahead Of Manila Event
The 2026 IAG Academy IR Awards Black Tie Gala Dinner has sold out ahead of its 15 September event at Newport World Resorts in Manila. A record 355 guests are set to attend, with a waiting list already in place.
Finance
Market analysis, investments, revenue reports, and economic trends in the gaming sector
Raketech Records €13.1 Million Net Loss for 2025 Amid Business Overhaul
Raketech reported a net loss of €13.1 million for 2025 following a transformative year. The company shifted focus from paid traffic to organic growth, selling several assets and optimising costs.
Crypto Casino Deposit Trends: February 16–23, 2026
Tanzanite's data reveals dynamic shifts in crypto casino deposits, with StakeUS seeing a significant increase of 147%, while Thrill experiences a steep decline of 45%. Notably, Gamdom holds the highest average deposit at $1,510.
Raketech Reports Q4 2025 Revenue Drop and Focuses on Platform-First Approach
Raketech's Q4 2025 report indicates a significant revenue drop of 45.5% year-on-year, with a strategic emphasis on a 'platform-first' approach. The shift away from Paid Media to developing its own affiliate network, AffiliationCloud, positions the company for future stability amidst current financial challenges.
December Report: Income Surpasses $47,000 Across 413 Sites
December saw a remarkable income of approximately $47,380 from 413 sites, with the top performer generating around $24,035. Despite challenges for January, plans are set for continued growth.
Macau Gaming Revenue Reaches New Highs in 2025
Macau's gaming revenue surged throughout 2025, recovering from a slow start to achieve record highs. Investment banks revised their forecasts as the region's casino sector showed significant growth, signalling a robust recovery post-pandemic.
Investment Tips for iGaming Affiliates: Expert Advice, Part 1
Navigating investments in iGaming can be complex. Analyst Vladimir Bovtun offers insights into contract essentials and the necessity of expert consultation for affiliates aspiring to invest wisely.
Regulation & Legislation
Legal developments, regulatory updates, and compliance news affecting the gaming industry
Turkey Tightens Illegal iGaming Controls as Brand Rankings Shift
Turkey's latest brand ranking put Jojobet, Pokerklas and Holiganbet at the top, while enforcement against illegal iGaming intensified across payments, advertising and infrastructure. Investigations cited transaction flows from $160,000 to $372 million, with AI now used to detect unlawful betting networks.
Turkey Tightens Illegal Gambling Controls As Brand Rankings Shift
Turkey expanded advertising restrictions from 1 August and intensified enforcement across payments, football, and illegal betting networks. The latest market snapshot also placed Grandpashabet, Casibom, and Meritking at the top of the Turkish brand ranking.
Bangladesh Tightens Online Gambling Rules In 2026
Bangladesh has reinforced its ban on online gambling through a new 2026 law, while carving out room for skill games, lotteries and limited horse race betting. For iGaming firms, the market shows demand and mobile reach, but the legal risk is clear.
Brazil Tightens Rules On Betting Advertising
Brazil has introduced tougher advertising rules for fixed odds betting, including mandatory warnings from 17 July and broad content restrictions from 10 July. The measures extend compliance duties to operators, media platforms, social networks and app stores, with heavy penalties for breaches.
Turkey Tightens Illegal Betting Controls As Brand Rankings Shift
Turkey’s latest market snapshot pairs strong brand movement with a sharper crackdown on illegal betting, money laundering and payment channels. Operators face higher compliance pressure as authorities target advertising, crypto flows, e-money firms and intermediary networks.
Kazakhstan Blocks 402,000 Gambling Payments Worth Over ₸10bn
Kazakh banks blocked 402,000 gambling-related payment operations worth more than ₸10bn between October 2025 and March 2026. The country has also tightened enforcement through a central betting control system, criminal cases, and mass website blocking.
Sports Betting
News and insights on sports wagering, odds, betting platforms, and market trends
Pigeon Racing Turns Niche Sport Into High-Value Betting
Pigeon racing combines animal sport, specialist breeding and real-money betting, with top birds selling for more than $1 million. The market remains strongest in Belgium, China, Taiwan and South Africa, where prestige, bloodlines and race results drive value.
Mexico Betting Market Gains Pace After World Cup 2026
Mexico's regulated betting market saw sharp growth during World Cup 2026, with operators reporting stronger acquisition and higher wagering volumes. The market also faces pressure from offshore competition, enforcement action against casino sites, and fresh scrutiny over digital advertising abuse.
Why Traditional Bookmakers Faded As Automation Took Over
An industry commentary from Andrejs Kuzmins tracks how sportsbook trading moved from manual pricing tests to automated operations. The shift rewards commercial judgement, risk control and product thinking over pure mental maths.
Asian iGaming, Football And Match-Fixing: Key Facts
A new summary of Brett Forrest’s The Big Fix highlights the scale of Asian football betting and the dominance of shadow markets. The figures show why live betting, agent networks and handicap markets remain central to integrity risks and commercial opportunity.
World Cup 2026 Signals Major Betting Growth In The Americas
World Cup 2026 is set to expand betting volume through 104 matches, wider market participation and stronger live activity. The biggest upside sits in the US and Latin America, where first-time bettors and multi-platform play could lift both turnover and retention.
Esports Sponsorship Lifts Betting Interest Across Key Markets
Blask’s review of StarLadder Budapest 2025 shows strong non-branded demand for esports betting, reaching 58.16% in Brazil and 49.19% in the Philippines. The data points to a clear gap between team sponsorship visibility and direct bookmaker recall.
Join Our Community
Stay updated with the latest news and insights