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Superbet reembolsa apostas no Brasil campeão após eliminação da Seleção na Copa do Mundo 2026
Todos os clientes que realizaram esse tipo de aposta terão os valores devolvidos automaticamente Este artigo Superbet reembolsa apostas no Brasil campeão após eliminação da Seleção na Copa do Mundo 2026, é foi referenciado anteriormente no blog Media Bet Brasil - Media Bet Brasil, Seu guia de apostas e igaming online
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Stake renova com o Everton e passa a estampar a manga da camisa na temporada 2026/27
A Stake seguirá como parceira comercial do Everton FC na temporada 2026/27, mas com uma nova posição no uniforme. Pelo contrato plurianual anunciado pelo clube inglês, a marca deixará a […] O post Stake renova com o Everton e passa a estampar a manga da camisa na temporada 2026/27 apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Chinese embassy links several Philippines kidnapping cases to online gambling disputes
The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines says seven kidnapping cases involving Chinese nationals were reported during the first half of 2026, with several incidents linked to online gambling, telecom fraud and financial disputes. The post Chinese embassy links several Philippines kidnapping cases to online gambling disp…
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Australia’s NRL secures financial future with new broadcast rights deal
The National Rugby League (NRL) has signed Australia sport’s most valuable broadcast deal as it looks to accommodate more teams in the future The National Rugby League (NRL) has inked Australia’s most lucrative broadcast rights deal with Foxtel Group, Nine and Sky NZ. The record $3.68bn (AUD5.3 billion), seven-year br…
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SkillOnNet incorpora el contenido de Aristocrat Interactive en Reino Unido y mercados internacionales seleccionados
La alianza amplía la oferta de entretenimiento del operador con títulos destacados como la popular serie Double Bubble™ y prevé nuevas expansiones en los próximos meses. SkillOnNet anunció el lanzamiento del catálogo de juegos de Aristocrat Interactive en el mercado del Reino Unido y en una selección de mercados inter…
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Resorts World to Donate $250,000 to 25 New York Nonprofits
Casino and hospitality company Resorts World unveiled $250,000 in funding for nonprofit organizations across the state of New York. The grants are a part of the operator’s RW Gives program. A Day of Giving The new grants came as part of Resorts World’s Independence Day celebrations marking America’s 250th Anniversary.…
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South Korean Casino Stocks Being Left Behind as KOSPI Booms
South Korean casino stocks hit a one-year low last week, despite sky-high tourist numbers and rocketing KOSPI performance figures. The KOSPI, an index of all 800+ of the common stocks listed on the Korea Exchange, has boomed in recent weeks amid an influx of domestic and overseas investment. So far this year, domestic…
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Could US banks buy their way out of interchange caps?
US banks may have found a loophole to interchange caps on debit cards Bank of America, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase and other US banks have reportedly inquired about purchasing a debit card network from Fiserv. According to reports, US banks are exploring a deal that could provide a workaround to the 2010 Dodd-Frank la…
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Belatra Signs VeliGames Partnership for LatAm, Africa and Asia Expansion
Belatra VeliGames Partnership Expands Distribution The Belatra VeliGames partnership gives the game aggregation platform access to the studio’s full portfolio… The post Belatra Signs VeliGames Partnership for LatAm, Africa and Asia Expansion appeared first on iGaming Express.
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BGC ‘disappointed and frustrated’ with financial risk checks plan
The BGC has responded to the UKGC's decision to introduce financial risk assessments in stages, saying questions from the pilot remain. The post BGC ‘disappointed and frustrated’ with financial risk checks plan appeared first on NEXT.io.
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The Streamer Deal Operators Can’t Quite Escape
The Channel Operators Still Need Streamer acquisition works because it rarely feels like acquisition. A player does not arrive through a banner,… The post The Streamer Deal Operators Can’t Quite Escape appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Sparta Praha Extends Betano Until 2029
Betano Stays With Sparta Praha AC Sparta Praha and Betano have agreed a three-year extension that keeps their partnership in place… The post Sparta Praha Extends Betano Until 2029 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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UKGC to introduce financial risk assessments without threat of enforcement
The Gambling Commission has confirmed its intention to implement financial risk assessments (FRAs) for online gamblers. The post UKGC to introduce financial risk assessments without threat of enforcement appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Blask x NEXT.io: US sweepstakes do not follow traditional iGaming calendar
The strongest month of the year for traditional US iGaming brands is nearly the weakest for sweepstakes. The post Blask x NEXT.io: US sweepstakes do not follow traditional iGaming calendar appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Kambi Group expands Canadian reach with Pure Casino Entertainment partnership
Kambi will power the operator’s online and retail sports betting operations throughout Alberta under a multi-year agreement. Press release.- Kambi Group has signed a multi-year partnership to supply its Turnkey Sportsbook to Pure Casino Entertainment, one of the largest casino operators in the Canadian province of Alb…
Read summary →SBC Summit Tbilisi returns next week with 2,500 delegates expected
With just one week to go, SBC Summit Tbilisi 2026 will return to the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace, where more than 2,500 industry professionals will gather on 15-16 July for two days of learning, networking, and deal-making. Held in partnership with SMH, the summit will unite operators, affiliates, suppliers,…
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DSTGAMING named Entrance Sponsor for ABC Connect Meetup Budapest 2026
DSTGAMING will participate as the Entrance Sponsor of ABC Connect Meetup Budapest on June 8, reinforcing its engagement with the international igaming community. Press release.- DSTGAMING has announced its participation as the Entrance Sponsor of the upcoming ABC Connect Meetup Budapest, taking place on June 8 in Buda…
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Entain’s bet on Octoplay pays off as partnership scales to 11 markets and counting
Partnership has expanded into UK, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Denmark, Georgia and Ontario, with Brazil, Greece, Italy and Spain in the pipeline When Entain first partnered with Octoplay, the studio was a fast-growing challenger with big ambitions and a handful of licences. Less than 12 months later, that bet has been e…
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AGEM Index up 8.2 per cent in June
Five of the nine AGEM Index companies reported stock price increases The AGEM Index rose by 128.94 points to 1,707.15 in June 2026, an 8.2 per cent increase from the prior month. Compared to one year ago, the index declined by 10.3 per cent, or 196.14 points. During the latest month, five of the nine […]
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UKGC Set to Unveil Timetable for Financial Risk Checks After Months of Industry Uncertainty
The UK gambling industry is braced for a decision it has been waiting on for much of the past year, with the Gambling Commission expected to set out the next stage of financial risk assessments during a stakeholder briefing scheduled for this morning. Ahead of the call, reports carried by Sky News and The Daily […] Th…
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Kambi expands Canadian reach with Pure Casino Entertainment partnership
Kambi will power the operator’s online and retail sports betting operations throughout Alberta under multi-year agreement Kambi Group has signed a multi-year partnership to supply its Turnkey Sportsbook to Pure Casino Entertainment, one of the largest casino operators in the Canadian province of Alberta. The multi-cha…
Read summary →UKGC to deliver critical update on customer affordability checks
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is expected to provide a long-awaited update on the future of financial risk assessments (FRAs) this morning, as it hosts a conference call with stakeholders to outline the next stage of the application of financial vulnerability checks on UK customers. Reports ahead of the briefing b…
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Sparta Praha and Betano continue sponsorship deal until 2029
The successful partnership will continue for the next three seasons, with both parties committed to elevating the fan experience for all Spartans AC Sparta Praha and Betano, Kaizen Gaming’s premium online betting and gaming brand, have officially extended their partnership for an additional three years. Betano has bee…
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Entain Expands Octoplay Partnership to New Markets
Entain has expanded its partnership with Octoplay, extending the supplier’s content into multiple regulated markets across Europe and North America. The partnership... Read More...
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Midnight Mayhem Fight Night Set for ICE Barcelona
Behind The Gloves will stage its Midnight Mayhem Fight Night at ICE Barcelona on 19 January 2027 in partnership with ICE and... Read More...
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MERKUR Acquires Victoria Gate Casino Leeds
MERKUR Casino UK has completed the acquisition of Victoria Gate Casino in Leeds, expanding its portfolio of land-based gaming venues in the... Read More...
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Sparta Praha Extends Betano Partnership Until 2029
AC Sparta Praha has extended its principal partnership with Betano until 30 June 2029, continuing an agreement that began in 2023. Under... Read More...
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Macquarie lowers 3Q26 Macau GGR forecast on lingering World Cup impact
Macquarie has lowered its Macau GGR forecast for 3Q26 – and subsequently its FY26 estimates – in the wake of […]
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Who Won at the Wynn Summer Classic This Week? Week 6 Results Roundup
Another big week of results at the Wynn Summer Classic... Here's the latest roundup, with hundreds of thousands more...
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Sands China Secures Sixth Straight ESG Spot on Dow Jones Lists
Sands China Ltd has made it to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices for the 6th consecutive year, marking the second time that it is in 2 of the most well-known ESG indices. The company reported that their current inclusion has marked the 5th consecutive year of being part of the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index, [……
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Indonesia deports 92 Chinese nationals linked to online gambling, investment fraud
Indonesian immigration authorities have deported 92 Chinese nationals accused of involvement in an online gambling syndicate and investment fraud operation in Batam, with all of those removed also being placed on the country's lifetime immigration blacklist. The post Indonesia deports 92 Chinese nationals linked to on…
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Philippine Gaming Seen Recovering as Visa Rules Ease and Online Play Rebounds
The Philippines’ gaming sector could see a return to growth in gross gaming revenue as visa policy becomes more supportive and online gambling begins to recover, according to S&P Global Ratings. The outlook comes even as tighter rules and stricter oversight have weighed on attempts to rebuild revenue lost in earlier q…
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AGEM Index increases 8.2 percent in June
The AGEM Index rose by 128.94 points to 1,707.15 in June, an 8.2 percent increase from the prior month. Compared to one year ago, the Index declined by 10.3 percent or 196.14 points. During the latest month, five of the nine AGEM Index companies reported stock price increases, which resulted in five positive contribut…
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Aristocrat, Crane NXT drive AGEM Index to 8.2% month-on-month improvement in June
The AGEM Index, a monthly stock performance guide comprising nine global gaming suppliers, rose by 128.94 points to 1,707.15 in […]
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DigiPlus Investors Rise with Demands for Share Buybacks
Several high-profile investors at DigiPlus Interactive have openly questioned the company’s direction with a letter to the board of directors. They demand an immediate and substantial share buyback program, insisting that the company must acknowledge its shareholders by bolstering the value of their investments. The a…
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New York: Resorts World to distribute $250,000 to 25 nonprofits
Resorts World announced on Monday that its RW Gives program will distribute $250,000 to 25 nonprofits across New York state to mark America’s 250th Anniversary. Twenty-five community nonprofits will each receive $10,000 to pay for their local work through Resorts World’s “A Day of Giving” drawing on July 7. The awards…
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Michigan Gaming Control Board withdraws from NCPG over Kalshi partnership
The regulator said the partnership is inconsistent with the NCPG’s mission to protect consumers and promote responsible gaming. US.- The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has withdrawn from the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) over the body’s partnership with prediction platform Kalshi. It argues that th…
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Rasmus Sojmark, SBC: “Our focus is, and always will be, on quality rather than scale”
Rasmus Sojmark, founder & CEO of SBC, has shared insights about SBC Summit Lisbon. Exclusive interview.- Ahead of SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, Rasmus Sojmark, founder & CEO of SBC, shares details about the expo and how it is preparing to receive more than 40,000 industry professionals. In an exclusive interview, Sojmark…
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Cracking South Africa: Blueprint Gaming’s next phase of international growth
Blueprint Gaming’s UK legacy is longstanding, and the versatile provider has built on its impressive foothold with expansion across Europe and North America. South Africa is next on the agenda, and its recent tie-ups with tier-one operators, including Hollywoodbets and Sunbet, mark the rollout in the market. Sam Haggb…
Read summary →Superbet Olympiacos BC Deal Until 2032
Partnership Extends To 2032 Superbet and Olympiacos BC have agreed a long-term partnership in Greece. The deal will run until 2032.… The post Superbet Olympiacos BC Deal Until 2032 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Banijay Gaming to reshape French gambling sector with Groupe JOA acquisition
Banijay will buy France’s second‑largest casino operator, obtaining a portfolio of over 30 venues. France.- Banijay Gaming has struck an agreement to purchase Groupe JOA, the second-biggest casino operator in France, in a deal that will significantly strengthen the company’s land-based presence. The acquisition, arran…
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Banijay Gaming enters French land-based sector with JOA acquisition
Banijay's acquisition of JOA will further cement its position in France as it eyes omnichannel opportunities in the market.
Read summary →EveryMatrix agrees sportsbook deal with Merkur Group-owned Betcenter
EveryMatrix has expanded its partnership with the Merkur Group after agreeing a new omnichannel sportsbook deal with Belgian operator Betcenter. The agreement will see EveryMatrix replace Betcenter’s legacy in-house sportsbook platform with its full technology stack, covering both the operator’s online sportsbook and …
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Mundial 2026: Los goles de Messi, Haaland y Mbappe están siendo muy costosos para las casas de apuestas
Los goles de estrellas y las victorias de los equipos populares han encarecido la fase inicial del Mundial 2026 para las casas de apuestas, que esperan que el torneo atraiga […]
Read summary →Banijay Gaming To Acquire JOA
Deal Adds French Casino Network Banijay Gaming has agreed to acquire Groupe JOA’s casino network through a put option with funds… The post Banijay Gaming To Acquire JOA appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Superbet secures flagship Greek basketball deal with Olympiacos
Romania-based operator Superbet has teamed up with Greek basketball giant Olympiacos BC in a major deal spanning through 2032. Coming off a season that secured both the Euroleague Basketball cup and the Greek Championship title, it is safe to say that Olympiacos is currently at the top of Greek and European club baske…
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Gaming Stocks’ Outlook: After a Tough First Half, Markets Look Forward to Q2 Earnings
Gaming stocks had a tough first half, and the Roundhill Sports Betting & iGaming ETF, which invests in a basket of gaming companies, underperformed the S&P 500 Index. Despite last week’s 3.5% gains, BETZ is down over 9% for the year. Robinhood and Genius Sports were among the major gainers last week, while Rank Group …
Read summary →Michael Jordan to Make Historic European Speaking Debut at SBC Summit 2026
Star Power Expands the Conference Stage SBC Summit 2026 will open with a keynote session featuring Michael Jordan, Sportradar founder and… The post Michael Jordan to Make Historic European Speaking Debut at SBC Summit 2026 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Nairobi Financial Centre Certifies 15 New Fintechs to Boost Investment in Kenya.
The Nairobi International Financial Centre certified 15 new Fintech firms. It is expected to mobilise more than $200 million, equivalent to roughly Sh26 billion, in fresh investments. The firms span digital finance, artificial intelligence, healthcare, investment management, climate finance, carbon markets and capital…
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Swintt secure new Greek market partnership with Kaizen Gaming
Swintt, the in-demand software developer celebrated for its engaging mix of creative themes and exciting bonus mechanics, has announced that a range of Elysium Studios’ content is already live on Stoiximan.gr following a deal with site owners, Kaizen Gaming. Headquartered in Athens and with a further office in Thessal…
Read summary →Southampton is latest Midnite target in operator’s Championship takeover
Midnite has continued its spending spree in the Sky Bet EFL Championship, this time locking down a deal to become Southampton FC’s official training kit partner. The London-based operator first partnered with The Saints last season, funding luxury away travel through the Midnite Express, commissioning a commemorative …
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EveryMatrix agrees Betcenter Belgium omnichannel partnership
Monday, July 6th, 2026– EveryMatrix will power Betcenter’s sports platform in Belgium via omnichannel delivery, adding another tier-1 European brand to its extensive range of key customers. EveryMatrix will migrate Betcenter’s customer activities and operations replacing an in-house legacy platform with its full tech …
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Banijay Gaming to acquire JOA in French casino expansion
Banijay Gaming has agreed to acquire France's JOA for an undisclosed amount from funds managed by Blackstone and Kings Park Capital. The post Banijay Gaming to acquire JOA in French casino expansion appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Choctaw Casino Pocola Announces Plans for $140M Expansion
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is investing $140 million in the expansion and modernization of its Choctaw Casino & Resort in Pocola, a significant investment for the tribe. The project is expected to boost the resort’s capacity and overall guest experience significantly and increase its contribution to the regional e…
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Financial struggles see’s Volkswagen plan to sell Bayern Munich stake
Volkswagen Group, the company behind Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche, is reportedly looking to offload its shares in Bayern Munich and another German football club due to current economic conditions. FC Bayern Munich minority shareholder is considering selling its stake in the German football club, according to multiple …
Read summary →Banijay Gaming acquires JOA casinos to bolster French appeal
Banijay Gaming has agreed to acquire the casino network of Groupe JOA, in a move that will expand its position in its home-market of France. The transaction, agreed through a put option with funds managed by Blackstone and Kings Park Capital, will see Banijay Gaming add JOA’s network of 33 casinos to its portfolio. De…
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Midnite to continue as the Official Training Kit partner and back-of-shirt sponsor for Southampton
Building on this continued partnership, Midnite is launching a new season-long fan initiative, called ‘2UP’ Midnite will remain the Official Training Kit partner of Southampton FC for a second consecutive season. Since partnering with Southampton for the 2025/26 campaign, Midnite delivered a number of initiatives desi…
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Juroszek family calls for DigiPlus share repurchases at ‘absurd’ valuation
The Juroszek family has called on DigiPlus to action widescale share repurchases due to the Philippine B2C operator’s oddly low valuation. The post Juroszek family calls for DigiPlus share repurchases at ‘absurd’ valuation appeared first on NEXT.io.
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EveryMatrix agrees Betcenter Belgium omnichaelpartnership
EveryMatrix will power Betcenter’s sports platform in Belgium via omnichannel delivery EveryMatrix will migrate Betcenter’s customer activities and operations replacing an in-house legacy platform with its full tech stack via omnichannel delivery covering both the brand’s current retail and online sportsbook offering.…
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Partouche up 2.6 per cent in first half of year
Casinos in Divonne, La Tour-de-Salvagny and Annemasse were up €1.8m Groupe Partouche reported strong business momentum during its half-year, November 2025 to April 2026, with Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) rising by 2.6 per cent to €371.1m and turnover increasing by three per cent to €240.4m. The casino sector’s current o…
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