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Genius Sports CEO Sees Prediction Markets Creating Durable Sports Betting Demand
Genius Sports (NYSE: GENI) CEO Mark Locke believes prediction markets will remain a significant part of the U.S. sports betting landscape, though the current iteration of the industry is likely to experience changes. The data provider is positioned to capitalize on that evolution. Genius, which is…

Genius Sports CEO: We will be paid regardless of change
The Chief Executive Officer of Genius Sports has made a bold statement, claiming that the demand for gambling and predictions platforms will not change – nor apparently impact each other. In an announcement to investors, Mark Locke stated that while he is anticipating regulatory change especially f…

Solas Compliance partners with Super to strengthen marketing oversight
Solas Compliance has agreed a partnership with global entertainment technology company Super to support marketing compliance across the operator’s international operations. Under the agreement, Super will use Solas’ AI-powered platform to review marketing materials against the regulatory requiremen…

UKGC Says Operators Should Do More to Help Players Make Informed Decisions
The UKGC has cited the results of a new report, which suggests that providing players with information is not always enough to make sure their decisions are informed. The regulator therefore encouraged operators to do more to shield players from harm. Availability of Information Does Not Equal Info…

Philippines to Allow Opening of a New Casino in Boracay
The Philippine island destination of Boracay is set to welcome its first operational casino with the opening of Kaban Hotel and Casino Boracay. Opening to guests on September 16, the launch marks the arrival of the island’s first hotel-casino destination, ahead of an official grand opening planned…

Yokohama Mayoral Candidate Kazuma Nakatani Running on Anti-Casino Campaign
A candidate for the vacant Yokohama mayorship says he’ll keep the Japanese city free of casino gambling should he win the special election set for Oct. 18. Kazuma Nakatani has formally entered the race, announcing his candidacy during a press conference on Sept. 12. A former member of Japan’s House…

Xtremepush advances global growth plans with Steve Talbot as new CMO
Dublin-headquartered AI-powered CRM, engagement and loyalty technology provider Xtremepush has appointed Steve Talbot as chief marketing officer to lead its global marketing strategy as the company expands across iGaming, financial services and other highly regulated sectors. The post Xtremepush ad…

IAGR names Brazil betting official as latest Board of Trustee member
The Deputy Secretary of Brazil’s gambling regulator has been welcomed to the Board of Trustees of the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR). Fabio Macorin joined Brazil’s Ministry of Finance in 2024. Subsequently, he was directly involved in the process of launching Brazil’s betting…

OpenBet to acquire OmniLogic, strengthening sportsbook capabilities for global lotteries
OpenBet has agreed to acquire sportsbook technology provider OmniLogic, expanding its capabilities across regulated lottery markets and reinforcing its position as a leading technology partner to World Lottery Association (WLA) members worldwide. The post OpenBet to acquire OmniLogic, strengthening…

FanDuel Refunds Fantasy Sports Contest Fees After Platform Outage on NFL Sunday
FanDuel has refunded contest fees for daily fantasy sports (DFS) players after the platform encountered technical difficulties during week one of the NFL regular season. FanDuel said on Monday (Sept. 14) that it would be refunding net losses to DFS players who were impacted by the Sunday outage. Du…

Piggy Dynasty joins PopOK Gaming’s slot offering with Ultra Bet feature
With its compact layout, streamlined mechanics and multiplier-based features, Piggy Dynasty by PopOK Gaming offers a straightforward slot experience centred on frequent gameplay and enhanced win potential. The post Piggy Dynasty joins PopOK Gaming’s slot offering with Ultra Bet feature first appear…

Aristocrat Gaming launches Timber Wolf Mega Stampede across North America
Aristocrat Gaming has expanded its Stampede portfolio with the North American launch of Timber Wolf Mega Stampede, a new slot game featuring cascading bonus mechanics and Timber Wolf Free Games on The Baron Portrait cabinet. The post Aristocrat Gaming launches Timber Wolf Mega Stampede across North…

Caesars Bets on Flex Parlays, Injury Protection as Sportsbook Competition Evolves
As sports betting evolves and bettor habits change, sportsbooks are looking beyond simply adding more markets to keep customers engaged, said Dominic Hammond, senior vice-president of sports at Caesars Digital. “For me, content will always be king,” said Hammond. “We’re constantly adding new market…

OpenBet Sets Out to Acquire OmniLogic for an Undisclosed Sum
Gaming technology, content, and services leader OpenBet announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire OmniLogic, a sports betting tech provider. This move will enhance the latter company’s tech stack, cementing its position as the go-to provider for many lottery operators. OpenBet to Integr…

Interblock brings “ENTER THE NEW” vision and omnichannel platform to G2E 2026
Electronic table game leader Interblock will present one of its most extensive showcases to date at G2E 2026, debuting new game mechanics, portfolio enhancements and its global expansion strategy at Booth #1239 under the banner “ENTER THE NEW.” The post Interblock brings “ENTER THE NEW” vision and…

Brazilian President Lula criticizes online betting, says government decision is coming soon
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva again criticized online gambling on Monday, Sept. 14, describing betting as an illness and saying his government will soon announce a decision on the operation of betting sites. Speaking in Brasília during the signing of the Move Brasil law, Lula said h…

OpenBet strengthens global lottery leadership with agreement to acquire OmniLogic
OpenBet, the leading global provider of betting and gaming technology, content and services, has reached an agreement to acquire sportsbook technology provider, OmniLogic, further strengthening its position as the partner of choice for lotteries worldwide. The transaction is subject to regulatory a…
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