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In this article, 1xBet explores how the expansion of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup reflects the rapid growth of audiences, revenue and commercial opportunities across women’s sports. The 20th FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup will be held in Berlin from September 4 to 13, 2026. The mileston…

Digital mobile games company PG Soft has been named as a sponsor of SiGMA North America 2026, taking place from 1st–3rd September at Centro Banamex in Mexico City, Mexico. SiGMA North America brings together operators, suppliers, affiliates and industry leaders from across the region, as North Amer…

SBC has announced the five individuals whose achievements and influence have earned them a place in the Hall of Fame class of 2026. The ceremony will be held on Monday, 28 September 2026, at 15:30 at Palácio Estoril Hotel in Lisbon, as part of the SBC Leaders Summit, an invite-only event for key in…

EDITOR’S NOTE: “Vegas Myths Busted” publishes new entries every Monday, with a bonus Flashback Friday edition. Today’s entry in our ongoing series originally ran on Dec. 16, 2022. On Feb. 2, 1994, construction workers were grading the land for the light rail that today connects two casinos, Whiskey…

SBC Summit 2026 will feature a dedicated Compliance Tech conference track examining how technology can help gambling operators detect threats, combat fraud and strengthen regulatory compliance. The track will take place on October 1 at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa as part of the Regulation & C…

SiGMA Group representatives presented the company’s Vision 2030 book to Dubai World Trade Centre leadership during a meeting focused on SiGMA’s growing presence in the UAE and its plans for the region. Mahir Julfar, Executive Vice President at DWTC, and Rakesh Nihalani, Director of Exhibitions, rec…

Canadian online sportsbook ToonieBet has entered into an exclusive partnership with the Ottawa REDBLACKS by taking on the role of the Canadian Football League club's official sportsbook partner. The agreement builds on a series of integrations ToonieBet has made with Canadian football over the past…

DraftKings Casino has launched a new U.S. marketing campaign, “Spin Your Way,” developed by Dublin-based creative agency The Tenth Man and directed by filmmaker Joseph Kahn, whose credits include music videos for Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and other major artists. The campaign is one of The Tenth…

ReferOn has been shortlisted for Affiliate Management Platform of the Year at the SBC Affiliate Leaders Awards 2026. The nomination comes as ReferOn continues to expand its affiliate management offering, with a focus on addressing the growing complexity of affiliate operations. The platform combine…

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has unveiled a major leadership change, confirming that Maarten Haijer is stepping down as secretary general after roughly two decades with the association. The body also stated that Pierre Tournier has been appointed as Haijer’s successor on an in…

Why are video affiliate programs profitable? Video is booming on every front: video ads are the top format in digital marketing, video streams engage audiences better, and video tools are very popular for both everyday and professional use. Users can watch a 15-second demo of an AI avatar video and…

Maarten Haijer will step down as secretary general of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) after 13 years leading the Brussels-based online gambling trade body. Haijer, who joined the EGBA in 2008 and became secretary general in 2013, will leave the role at the end of August. He will…

Kyiv gaming firm GGBET has kept up the pace with its range of initiative and activations held across the company’s home nation. This week marks the final stage of the GGBET Ukrainian 3×3 Basketball Championship, taking place in Kyiv. GGBET is a title sponsor of the tournament, part of its wider par…

Games Global and DraftKings have struck a fresh partnership focusing on the CASHINGO franchise in the regulated US iGaming market. CASHINGO Franchise Finds New Exclusive Home with DraftKings in the US As a result of the alliance, DraftKings will ensure exclusive access to the brand for the next few…

Sports sponsorships in the global betting and gaming industry never sleep. This week alone has already produced some huge deals, which will be seen by millions of sports fans around the world. This edition of Sponsor Spotlight stretches all across from the European football stands to some of the bi…

This could have been very different news, but luckily, the pane of exterior glass falling off the exterior of the Fontainebleau’s tower onto Las Vegas Boulevard ended with no injured people, or worse. Glass Panel Crashes onto Uber Ride – Everyone Gets Away without a Scratch The incident took place…

SBC Summit has announced a dedicated Compliance Tech conference track as part of its 2026 agenda, bringing together operators, compliance specialists, legal experts, cybersecurity professionals, and technology providers to explore how innovation can help businesses strengthen compliance, combat fra…

Wazdan, the gain-focused developer, has continued to expand its presence in North America following the launch of its partnership with Caliente Interactive, a leader in Mexico’s online casino and sports betting market. The launch of Wazdan’s portfolio with Caliente Interactive reflects the demand f…