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May 4, 2026

US Court Sentences Man for Reselling Hacked DraftKings Accounts

A New York federal court sentenced Kamerin Stokes to 30 months in prison for reselling access to hacked DraftKings accounts. The case highlights the financial and reputational risks that credential theft creates for gaming operators and their customers.

Inside Asian Gaming Appoints Kelsey Wilhelm Senior Editor

Business

May 4, 2026

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.

IAG Names Six Platinum Sponsors for The Industry Party

Events

May 4, 2026

IAG Names Six Platinum Sponsors for The Industry Party

Inside Asian Gaming has confirmed Aristocrat, IGT, Lektou, MdME, Novomatic and Spintec as Platinum Sponsors for The Industry Party in Macau. The event will run on 13 May at Vista at MGM COTAI alongside G2E Asia, reinforcing its role as a key networking fixture.

Why iGaming Can Become Unprofitable, A Financial Analyst’s View

Business

May 2, 2026

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.

Why Average First Deposit Matters In iGaming

B2B iGaming

May 2, 2026

Why Average First Deposit Matters In iGaming

Average first deposit is an early signal of product economics, player retention and payment efficiency. It shapes session length, second deposit conversion, VIP potential and the quality of the first user experience.

How To Build Product Analytics That Drives Revenue

B2B iGaming

May 1, 2026

How To Build Product Analytics That Drives Revenue

Weak data trust, poor dashboard usability and slow reporting changes are the main reasons analytics fails to create value. Fixing infrastructure, improving data literacy and enabling self-service can turn product analytics into a revenue tool.

Russia Betting Market Report Puts Total GGR At RUB 1 Trillion

Sports Betting

April 30, 2026

Russia Betting Market Report Puts Total GGR At RUB 1 Trillion

A new annual study values Russia's total betting market GGR at RUB 1 trillion, with legal bookmakers contributing RUB 401.7 billion. The figures also show 13 million annual bettors, a large illegal segment and strong brand concentration in sponsorship and marketing.

Interblock And Light & Wonder Back IAG Industry Party

Events

April 30, 2026

Interblock And Light & Wonder Back IAG Industry Party

Inside Asian Gaming has named Interblock and Light & Wonder as Diamond Sponsors for The Industry Party during G2E Asia. The top-tier backing strengthens TIP’s status as a key invitation-only networking event for the Asian gaming sector.

How Site Loading Speed Shapes Cost Per Registration

B2B iGaming

April 28, 2026

How Site Loading Speed Shapes Cost Per Registration

An A/B test on a registration modal showed that slow-loading creative sharply increased cost per registration on day one. After a technical fix, performance recovered, but the new design delivered no statistically significant uplift over two months.

Evolution Reports Q1 Revenue Of €513 Million Amid Europe Weakness

Business

April 27, 2026

Evolution Reports Q1 Revenue Of €513 Million Amid Europe Weakness

Evolution posted Q1 2026 revenue of €513 million, down 1.5% in euros but up 6.8% in constant currency. Europe weighed on results, while Asia, North America and Latin America supported growth and regulated market share rose to 48%.

Casino

April 25, 2026

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

Casino

April 24, 2026

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.

Brazilian Chamber Urges Apple to Allow Regulated Betting Apps

Regulation & Legislation

April 23, 2026

Brazilian Chamber Urges Apple to Allow Regulated Betting Apps

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has officially requested Apple to include regulated betting apps in its stores. This request follows the legalisation of sports betting in Brazil, aiming to ensure safe access and combat illegal gambling.

Key Insights from the Cyprus SEO Conference 2026

Events

April 23, 2026

Key Insights from the Cyprus SEO Conference 2026

The Cyprus SEO Conference highlighted the evolving role of AI in SEO strategies. Attendees discussed Google's shifting priorities and the rise of solo practitioners leveraging new tools.

Russian National Wanted by Interpol for Illegal iGaming Operations

Regulation & Legislation

April 21, 2026

Russian National Wanted by Interpol for Illegal iGaming Operations

Russian citizen Vladimir Dobrynin is wanted by Interpol at the request of Uzbekistan for illegal iGaming and money laundering. The Red Notice includes 196 countries, although Russia rarely extradites its citizens.

Campaign Analysis: Reactivating Players with Low RTP and Single Deposit

B2B iGaming

April 21, 2026

Campaign Analysis: Reactivating Players with Low RTP and Single Deposit

An insightful campaign targeting players with low RTP and a single deposit has shown promising reactivation results. The approach emphasised high-RTP games, driving a 4.1% conversion to second deposits.

Diversification is a Must: Interview with Alina Fomenok on CEO Role in SEO Teams

B2B iGaming

April 21, 2026

Diversification is a Must: Interview with Alina Fomenok on CEO Role in SEO Teams

Alina Fomenok, a former CEO at Already Media, discusses the critical role of a CEO in an SEO team. She elaborates on the importance of diversification and maintaining focus on financial stability amidst challenges.

IAG Announces Sponsors for Macau After Dark at Aurora

Events

April 20, 2026

IAG Announces Sponsors for Macau After Dark at Aurora

Inside Asian Gaming has revealed FBM, Light & Wonder, Aristocrat, IGT, Macau Slot, and SammQuattro as sponsors for MAD 35 at Aurora. This marks the first Macau After Dark of 2026, fostering industry networking in a relaxed environment.

Inside the Payment Infrastructure of Top iGaming Operators

B2B iGaming

April 17, 2026

Inside the Payment Infrastructure of Top iGaming Operators

Top iGaming operators utilise proprietary SaaS platforms to optimise payment integration, enabling rapid PSP additions and transaction routing. This infrastructure grants them independence from single providers and positions them as internal PSPs.

Strategising iGaming Platforms for the World Cup

Sports Betting

April 17, 2026

Strategising iGaming Platforms for the World Cup

The World Cup is a massive traffic driver for iGaming platforms. Key strategies involve CRM, UI/UX improvements, and cross-sell mechanics to optimise engagement and monetisation.