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iGaming Affiliate Management Software: How Operators Evaluate Attribution and Reporting
The right evaluation starts before a vendor demo. An operator should define the business decisions that the system must support: who… The post iGaming Affiliate Management Software: How Operators Evaluate Attribution and Reporting appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Star steadies on Gold Coast revenue growth in June 2026 quarter as EBITDA loss narrows to AU$8 million
Australia’s Star Entertainment Group fell to an AU$8 million (US$5.6 million) EBITDA loss in the three months to 30 June […]
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EU iGaming weekly: Evolution’s UKGC settlement, Germany’s LUGAS expansion, Hacksaw’s Q2 growth
Evolution confirms a £4.75 million UK settlement alongside falling H1 revenue, Germany deepens its data infrastructure ahead of… The post EU iGaming weekly: Evolution’s UKGC settlement, Germany’s LUGAS expansion, Hacksaw’s Q2 growth appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Bragg Strengthens US Footprint with $9M Acquisition, Picks New Chairman
Toronto-based gaming technology company Bragg Gaming Group has officially completed the highly anticipated acquisition of multi-asset gaming technology and content platform Drayton International. Bragg has this way marked yet another major step in the company’s efforts to expand its footprint in the United States, one…
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Vietnamese Casino Blames World Cup, Winning Payouts for 30% Year-on-Year Revenue Drop
The operator of the Vietnamese casino Royal Ha Long says big wins for patrons and the World Cup are to blame for a 30% fall in revenues. Royal International Corporation, the Royal Ha Long operator, posted losses of $342,000 in the second quarter, down from profits of $380,000 in Q2 of 2025. Royal Ha Long […] The post …
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Advent Allen acquires Las Vegas Strip site for Top Gun-themed entertainment experience
2.48-acre site Rendering for the proposed Top Gun attraction.
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Boyd Gaming posts steady Q2 as regional, online growth offsets softer Las Vegas demand
Revenue largely intact from year earlier Boyd Gaming HQ
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Boyd Gaming Q2 Earnings Navigates Las Vegas Softness with Midwest Muscle
Boyd Gaming wrestles with an uneven regional picture, but strength in the Midwest and South and the promise to return $150 million per quarter to investors keep shareholders onside. Boyd Gaming (BYD) released its second-quarter 2026 financial results after the closing bell on Thursday, delivering a mixed but ultimatel…
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Leicester sale would bring an end to rollercoaster 16 years
After 16 years of promotion, a Premier League title and relegation, Leicester City’s Thai owner is reportedly seeking to sell the club and has sounded out new suitors. Leicester City could be on the verge of being sold after owners King Power have reportedly hired financial advisors to seek out potential buyers. The c…
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Australian Pension Funds are Knee-Deep in Gambling Stocks, but the Iceberg Goes Deeper Still
This week, Australian anti-gambling advocates unveiled a report that makes startling reading for anyone with a pension: the 20 largest superannuation funds in the country hold a combined US $10.3 billion in gambling stocks. That is a lot of money by anyone’s reckoning. And per data from the advocates’ report, the larg…
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Resorts World Sentosa opens Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Jurong
Resorts World Sentosa has opened Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, Jurong as part of a strategic partnership with Marriott International. The 557-room hotel, formerly operated as Genting Hotel Jurong, offers four accommodation categories: superior, deluxe, premier and deluxe suites. Located in Singapore’s Jurong Lake…
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Aston Villa Extends Partnership with Kaizen Gaming as Official Sleeve Partner
Aston Villa Football Club has officially announced an extension of its partnership with Kaizen Gaming, a move that will see the company’s brand, Betano, become the club’s Official Sleeve Partner through to the end of the 2028/29 season. Having previously served as the Principal Partner with branding on the front of th…
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Roman Baranovskyi, SBSB, on prediction markets: ‘A financial wrapper around human curiosity’
In an interview with European Gaming, Roman Baranovskyi, head of iGaming and investment practice at SBSB Fintech Lawyers,… The post Roman Baranovskyi, SBSB, on prediction markets: ‘A financial wrapper around human curiosity’ appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Fintech Unwrapped: Nubank acquisition creates 146m Brazil customer base
Payment Expert’s Fintech Unwrapped delivers the latest developing news that has shaped the sector over the course of the last week. This week, Nubank has agreed a deal to acquire a Brazilian bank with 31 million customers, meaning it will now become one of the largest financial institutions in the country. Also this w…
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Wynn Macau receives approval for US$950m Wynn Palace expansion
Wynn Macau has received approval from the Macau government to proceed with a major expansion of Wynn Palace, paving the way for a new luxury hotel tower, theatre and events centre at its Cotai integrated resort. The government has approved revisions to the property’s land concession, allowing Wynn Macau to develop The…
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Hard Rock Bet officially enters Canada’s Ontario
On July 22, 2026, Hard Rock Bet announced its first-ever expansion outside of the United States, with an official launch in Canada’s Ontario province. In the new market, Hard Rock Bet will offer local users its full sportsbook and casino products, with Ontario serving as the logical extension of the brand in Canada, a…
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Q2 2026: Boyd lifts full-year online guidance after Interactive growth
Boyd Gaming has raised its full-year online earnings guidance after stronger-than-expected growth from its Boyd Interactive business in Q2. The post Q2 2026: Boyd lifts full-year online guidance after Interactive growth appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Aston Villa And Betano Extend Partnership
Partnership Extended Through 2028/29 Aston Villa and Betano have agreed a three-year extension to their partnership. The new deal keeps Betano… The post Aston Villa And Betano Extend Partnership appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Gambling.com Group renames itself Grandstand, changes Nasdaq ticker
The rebrand draws a formal line between the Grandstand corporate entity and the Gambling.com consumer brand, which will… The post Gambling.com Group renames itself Grandstand, changes Nasdaq ticker appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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TaDa Expands Across LatAm and Africa with VeliGames
Award-winning TaDa has strengthened its presence across Latin American and African iGaming markets through its latest partnership with… The post TaDa Expands Across LatAm and Africa with VeliGames appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
Read summary →Technical Agility in High-Growth Markets: A Commercial Blueprint for Europe and LatAm
Why has flexible infrastructure become the defining factor in whether an operator’s expansion into Europe and LatAm succeeds? It’s down… The post Technical Agility in High-Growth Markets: A Commercial Blueprint for Europe and LatAm appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Boyd delivers second quarter revenues in line with last year
The Las Vegas Locals segment remained soft primarily at the Orleans with ongoing construction disruption at the Suncoast Boyd Gaming reported second-quarter 2026 revenues of $1.03bn, in line with the second quarter of 2025. The company’s Midwest and South operations once again delivered revenue and Adjusted EBITDAR gr…
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Aston Villa Extends Betano Partnership to 2029
Aston Villa and Betano have agreed a three-year extension to their commercial partnership, with the sports betting and iGaming brand remaining an... Read More...
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Las Vegas Sands posts 0.7% drop in Q2 2026 revenue
Las Vegas Sands has posted its Q2 2026 earnings and revealed that the company’s net revenue for the quarter dropped by 0.7% to $3.15 billion, missing Wall Street expectations. According to the company, the unfavorable results were impacted by the FIFA World Cup, which drove players away from Sands’ Asian venues. The Q…
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Sands China’s Q2 EBITDA Misses Draws Analyst Concern After Severe VIP Swing
Sands China Ltd’s second-quarter property EBITDA miss was described by analysts as too large to overlook, even as the Macau casino operator dealt with what was called its worst-ever VIP luck. JP Morgan said the stock is likely to react negatively to the results, which came after Las Vegas Sands Corp reported the Macau…
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Asia Gaming eBrief: Resorts World NYC breaks ground on $5.5B expansion
Genting has moved quickly from opening the doors to expanding the footprint. The group has started work on the $5.5 billion second phase of Resorts World New York City, which will add two hotel components, a 7,000-seat arena and new gaming and hospitality facilities. The groundbreaking comes less than three months aft…
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Aristocrat Gaming debuts world’s first $1M MONOPOLY Big Board Bucks at The Venetian Las Vegas
Aristocrat Gaming has raised the stakes in Las Vegas with the installation of the world’s first $1 million version of its blockbuster MONOPOLY Big Board Bucks™, bringing the recently launched hit game to The Venetian Resort Las Vegas in a landmark debut. The post Aristocrat Gaming debuts world’s first $1M MONOPOLY Big…
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Google Expands Gambling Programmatic Reach Across 37 Markets
Google will expand the markets in which authorized buyers can serve online gambling and social casino advertising through its programmatic network from August 10, while also tightening certification requirements for gambling advertisers using Google Ads from September 14. The changes split access more widely on the pr…
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Boyd 2Q revenue flat, growth in regional and online businesses
Boyd Gaming reported second quarter earnings that matched 2025, but had a decline in net income and adjusted earnings. The company reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $1.034 billion, in line with the second quarter of 2025 of $1.035 billion. The company reported net income of $131.2 million or $1.75 per share for …
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Extreme GGR volatility at Marina Bay Sands a byproduct of its ultra-premium positioning
Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands (MBS) suffered a rare beat in the June 2026 quarter, with gross gaming revenue down 7.4% […]
Read summary →IBIA reporta 76 alertas de apuestas sospechosas durante el segundo trimestre de 2026
El último informe de la Asociación Internacional de Integridad en las Apuestas destaca el papel de los mercados regulados, la supervisión y la educación como pilares fundamentales para proteger la integridad del deporte. La International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) publicó su Informe de Integridad correspondi…
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Better Gambling Forum offers advice for those combating problem gaming
There are numerous groups and organizations that address problem gambling. But there’s no single entity that provides a library of resources for those dealing with the issue. Paul Pellizzari, Hard Rock International Vice President, Global Social Responsibility, says the Better Gambling Forum is attempting to provide a…
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Australian Retirement Funds Hold Over $10B in Gambling Shares, Study Finds
According to a study commissioned by Australia’s Alliance for Gambling Reform and conducted by SustainoMetric, the country’s 20 biggest super funds collectively hold at least AUD 14.8 billion (about $10.3 billion) in listed gambling-related investments. Here’s What the Study Found The study analyzed the funds’ direct …
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Mr Vegas becomes Reading FC shirt sponsor
Mr Vegas has been unveiled as Reading FC’s new front-of-shirt sponsor for the 2026/27 season in a partnership focused on growing the club’s audience through content creation and fan engagement. The UK casino brand said it was attracted by Reading’s ambition to increase its visibility beyond its traditional League One …
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Las Vegas Sands misses Q2 expectations as World Cup and weak VIP hold weigh on results
Net revenue down to $3.15 billion Marina Bay Sands
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Macau approves Wynn Palace expansion with new hotel tower
Expansion adds no new gaming space
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Las Vegas Sands Q2 Earnings: Hold Volatility, World Cup Headwinds Mask Underlying Growth
Las Vegas Sands was down on its luck in Q2 2026, but it is gaining market share in Macau and printing cash at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) released its second-quarter 2026 financial results after the bell on Wednesday, revealing a complicated quarter in which underlying operational improv…
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Zitro Digital expands Brazilian footprint with Betnacional partnership
Slot and Video Bingo launch
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Mr Vegas signs front-of-shirt partnership with Reading FC to drive growth and fan engagement
Mr Vegas has secured a front-of-shirt partnership with Reading FC for the 2026/27 season, aligning with the League One club’s ambitions while advancing the brand’s strategy to drive audience growth, storytelling, and deeper fan engagement. The post Mr Vegas signs front-of-shirt partnership with Reading FC to drive gro…
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Recovered Gambler on NCPG’s Gambling Industry Funding: ‘Nobody Bites the Hand That Feeds Them’
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is in the middle of its annual conference in Nashville, Tennessee. The event’s sponsors are a cause for concern, according to recovered problem gambler Louis Ruggiero Jr. Ruggiero spent 12 years as a compulsive gambler and says he lost over $10 million. His gambling reac…
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Galaxy Macau expands “Tourism and Leisure Buses 2.0” to support tourism and local businesses
Galaxy Macau has rolled out an upgraded “Tourism and Leisure Buses 2.0” programme, expanding routes, schedules, and holiday coverage to drive visitor traffic into Macau’s traditional neighbourhoods and support local SMEs. The post Galaxy Macau expands “Tourism and Leisure Buses 2.0” to support tourism and local busine…
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Altenar extends sports sponsorship portfolio with Gran Fondo Isle of Man
New format for 2026 edition
Read summary →Svenska Spel Defends Safer Gambling Record
Strong results bring renewed scrutiny The dispute follows a strong Q2 for Sweden’s state-owned gambling group. Svenska Spel reported net gaming… The post Svenska Spel Defends Safer Gambling Record appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →N1 Partners’ FB success story: +155% FTD, 135% ROI
N1 Partners explains how they helped a media buying team specialising in Facebook traffic for the igaming vertical adapt to changing market conditions. Press release.- Following Meta’s algorithm updates, many media buying teams found it much more difficult to scale Facebook traffic. Customer acquisition costs increase…
Read summary →N1 Sport Promo wrap-up: Results & insights
Following the conclusion of the six-week N1 Sport Promo alongside the FIFA World Cup 2026, N1 Partners reveals key campaign metrics, top-performing traffic sources, and player behaviour analytics. Press release.- Together with the FIFA World Cup, N1 Sport Promo, a six-week campaign for partners working with sports and…
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Peter & Sons strengthens UK presence through Hollywoodbets partnership
Deal builds stronger connection with the Hollywoodbets brand ahead of Peter & Sons’ planned expansion into South Africa Barcelona’s innovative iGaming studio Peter & Sons has strengthened its position in the UK after signing a new partnership agreement with Hollywoodbets UK, the British arm of one of South Africa’s le…
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Australian retirement funds hold at least A$14.8bn in gambling shares
Australia's 20 largest superannuation funds hold at least A$14.8bn in listed gambling-related companies, according to a new industry study. The post Australian retirement funds hold at least A$14.8bn in gambling shares appeared first on NEXT.io.
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BGaming expands its reach through Bragg Gaming group partnership
Provider takes titles live across Spain, the Netherlands and Peru through bragg hub distribution network BGaming has partnered with Bragg Gaming Group to instantly scale its most popular titles live across three major regulated markets. The agreement sees BGaming’s content delivered to operators through the bragg hub …
Read summary →FIRST makes Argentine debut as global expansion continues
Argentinian iGaming tech supplier ONDISS has rolled out FIRST’s sportsbook platform to local operator City Center Online. This marks FIRST’s official entry into the regulated market of Argentina, facilitated by ONDISS and supplemented by City Center Online’s online casino platform. Tom Light, Founder and CEO of FIRST,…
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AffPapa and Buzz Affiliates extend partnership
AffPapa is excited to announce the extension of its partnership with Buzz Affiliates, continuing a successful collaboration that supports growth and stronger connections in the global iGaming industry. Buzz Affiliates is the official affiliate program for a portfolio of well-established online casino brands like Nova …
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Q2 2026: Sands backs $700m Macau EBITDA goal despite World Cup hit
Las Vegas Sands reiterated its long-term target of generating $700m in quarterly EBITDA from its Macau operations despite a softer Q2. The post Q2 2026: Sands backs $700m Macau EBITDA goal despite World Cup hit appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Alea expands casino offering through partnership with AvatarUX
Alea has partnered with game studio AvatarUX to integrate the provider’s slot portfolio into its aggregation platform, expanding its casino offering across regulated markets. Press release.- Alea has announced a new partnership with award-winning game studio AvatarUX, adding the provider’s portfolio of slot titles to …
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Play971 Expands Gaming Portfolio with Global Gaming Powerhouses IGT and Endorphina
Play971, the UAE’s first licensed gaming platform, has expanded its content offering after signing new gaming agreements with global suppliers IGT and Endorphina. The latest partnerships introduce a broader selection of slot and table games to the platform, combining a variety of immersive themes with established titl…
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Kambi Group Signs Multi-year Partnership with RETABET Group
Kambi Group plc, the home of premium sports betting solutions, has agreed a multiyear partnership with RETABET Group,… The post Kambi Group Signs Multi-year Partnership with RETABET Group appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Gambling.com Group rebrands to Grandstand
As of July 23, 2026, Gambling.com Group has rebranded to Grandstand Limited, with the company’s website now live as grandstand.com, while its ordinary shares began trading on the Nasdaq Global Market under “GRSD”. According to the company, Grandstand will become its corporate identity to cover the group’s broader coll…
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Peter & Sons signs Hollywoodbets UK deal ahead of South Africa push
The agreement adds another regulated UK distribution route for the Barcelona studio and lays groundwork for its planned… The post Peter & Sons signs Hollywoodbets UK deal ahead of South Africa push appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Q&A: Absa’s Keenan Mayet on PayShap and inclusion
Keenan Mayet, Head of Retail International Banking and Payments at Absa, explains why South Africa has an opportunity to build for the future rather than replicate the past. South Africa’s financial system is caught between two economies, one regarded as a leader in digital finance and the other still reliant on cash.…
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Google expands gambling ads in over 35 new markets
From August 10, 2026, Google will update its Gambling and Games policy for Authorized Buyers, effectively expanding the markets where gambling and social casino ads will be allowed to be promoted. Under the new rules, Authorized Buyers will be able to advertise online gambling and social casino products without separa…
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AffPapa’s Affiliate Management: Affiliate Market Insights in Q2 2026
Every quarter brings new opportunities, but it also changes how affiliates and operators work together. Drawing on insights from AffPapa’s affiliate managers, we’ve identified how market events, player behavior, search engine updates, and commercial expectations have all influenced which partnerships succeeded and whi…
Read summary →Bragg Appoints Matt Davey as Chairman Following Drayton International Deal
Board Changes Follow Bragg’s US Expansion Deal Bragg Gaming Group has appointed Matt Davey as non-executive chairman after completing its… The post Bragg Appoints Matt Davey as Chairman Following Drayton International Deal appeared first on iGaming Express.
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