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FIRST.bet nombra a Victor Arias como VP de LATAM y Head of Commercial LATAM
El ejecutivo, exlíder de Pragmatic Play en América Latina, se incorpora para liderar la estrategia comercial de FIRST.bet en una región que la compañía ha definido como eje de su expansión. FIRST.bet, proveedor de tecnología para sportsbooks, anunció el nombramiento de Víctor Arias como VP de LATAM & Head of Commercia…
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Logifuture’s Zoom Sports rolls out with Odibets in Kenya
Logifuture has partnered with major Kenyan bookmaker Odibets to integrate titles like Zoom Sports and Simulate, with further African rollouts planned for Tanzania and Ghana. The post Logifuture’s Zoom Sports rolls out with Odibets in Kenya first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Lula steps up attacks on bookmakers in the final stretch of his reelection campaign
The president has directed criticism at the betting sector during rallies and in a video posted on social media.
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From Model to Product: Sporting Risk’s Next Move
When Andy Phillips joined Sporting Risk, the company was beginning to explore how technology developed around betting and predictive modelling could be turned into a broader B2B proposition. The business had already taken its first steps through a partnership with Spotlight Sports Group, selling model outputs that cou…
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NBA to stage five-day free fan event at The Venetian Macao
NBA stages an expanded five-day free fan event at The Venetian Macao, running alongside Mavericks–Rockets preseason games in October. The post NBA to stage five-day free fan event at The Venetian Macao first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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EFA, CONCACAF tell Infantino to give each FA extra $10m
Aleksander Čeferin and Victor Montagliani have urged FIFA to give each of its 211 members $10m from reserves, days after Infantino’s equity plan collapsed. UEFA and CONCACAF have demanded FIFA pay at least $10m to each of its 211 member associations over the 2027-30 cycle, according to a letter seen by ESPN, the BBC a…
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TikTok’s Prediction Market Ad Rules Make ‘Trading’ vs. ‘Betting’ More Than Branding
Prediction markets call it trading. Sportsbooks call it betting. On TikTok, the difference can determine which advertising rules apply. Same two guys, same road trip, same kind of wager. But in one state it’s a bet, and in another it’s a trade. That’s the backdrop for DraftKings latest ad campaign, “Take Your Game Any…
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EKG Forecasts 2026 NFL Wagering at $40 Billion, Prediction Markets to Grab 21%
Eilers & Krejcik Gaming’s first combined forecast credits sportsbooks with $31.7 billion of NFL handle and prediction markets with $8.4 billion. But the prediction market figure depends on an unpublished method for turning exchange trading volume into a sportsbook-style handle number, and the Week 1 data points to a b…
Read summary →The Gambling Wire: Kalshi Enters Tribal Prediction Markets as Polymarket, DraftKings Face Scrutiny
One Tribe moved into prediction markets just days after others won in court, while separate investigations put Polymarket and DraftKings under fresh pressure. Friday and the weekend brought a first-of-its-kind Tribal prediction-market launch, two major investigative reports into leading operators and fresh legal devel…
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Macau police detain two over proxy betting from Cotai casino
Two mainland men were held in Macau for livestreaming electronic baccarat from a Cotai casino, letting a remote bettor place proxy wagers via Bluetooth. The post Macau police detain two over proxy betting from Cotai casino first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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DraftKings challenges betting patent in Interactive Games fight
The dispute is important for the wider US sports betting market because some of the patented functionality is key to the modern mobile gambling experience The post DraftKings challenges betting patent in Interactive Games fight appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Logifuture’s Zoom Sports Goes Live with Odibets in Kenya
Logifuture, the B2B iGaming provider behind Zoom Sports, Simulate and Swipe Games, has gone live with Odibets, one of Kenya’s leading bookmakers, with Tanzania and Ghana set to follow. Zoom Sports is a feed of virtual football and tennis running 24/7, the point where reality meets virtuality. Built to look, move, and …
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Fabrizio Romano To Headline SBC Summit
Romano Takes Super Stage Fabrizio Romano, described as the world’s most-followed football transfer journalist, will headline the SBC Summit 2026… The post Fabrizio Romano To Headline SBC Summit appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Flows launches free-to-play NFL crash game TakeDown
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Premier League’s ‘new deal’ to EFL includes removal of Carabao Cup second-legs
The Premier League’s latest package deal to the EFL includes increased funds, how the money is distributed and the removal of Carabao Cup second-legs The Premier League is proposing a £1.8bn, 10-year package to the English Football League (EFL) as part of its ‘new deal for football’. The Daily Mail revealed the Englis…
Read summary →Bulgaria’s FIRST.bet aids Vyking’s entry into betting scene
Multinational casino aggregation platform Vyking has made its debut in the sports betting space, with support from technology company FIRST.bet. The sportsbook platform was designed and built by Vyking, which operates the frontend across both desktop and mobile. FIRST.bet’s role in the project is that of managing pric…
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01.tech prediction markets: Expanding operator reach outside sports
Markets includes fast markets for predicting cryptocurrency price movements over the next five minutes, creating a distinct engagement loop closer in pace to casino The post 01.tech prediction markets: Expanding operator reach outside sports appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Betfred founder warns MGD hike could put retail betting out of business by 2030
Betfred has already closed 132 betting shops due to the Remote Gambling Duty tax hike in April of this year.
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Betfred founder predicts death of high street betting by 2030
Fred Done, Chairman and Co-Founder of Betfred, believes that betting shops will cease to exist on the high street under current economic conditions. In an op-ed for The Sunday Times, Done directly referenced the proposal made in June by the Social Market Foundation (SMF) think tank to double Machine Games Duty (MGD) f…
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Betting taxes blamed as Betfred calls time on Super League support
Betfred’s founder and Chairman Fred Done has confirmed that the UK bookmaker will cut ties with rugby league’s Super League at the end of the season. The bookmaker’s decision confirms earlier rumours and ends a partnership that first started in 2017, and comes amid a shifting landscape for UK betting marketing as majo…
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Octoplay storms into Alberta with 7 tier-one operators live from day one
Seven-operator debut marks Octoplay’s largest coordinated market entry to date Octoplay has officially launched in Alberta on the first day of the province’s regulated iGaming market opening, going live simultaneously with BetMGM, FanDuel, DraftKings, Betty, Rush Street Interactive, PENN, and bet365. The seven-operato…
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BETER heads to SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon
BETER’s participation comes amid continued international growth and expansion across regulated markets BETER, the award-winning provider of live streams, live data, and odds for esports and sports content, will showcase its exclusive portfolio at SBC Summit 2026, taking place from 29 September to 1 October at FIL in L…
Read summary →DragonBet selects BVGroup to power next phase of growth
DragonBet is migrating its online sportsbook and casino operations to the BV:360 platform Independent UK bookmaker DragonBet has entered a long-term technology partnership with BVGroup that will see the operator migrate its online sportsbook and casino operations to the BV:360 platform. The migration is planned for Q1…
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Here we go! Superstar transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano to headline SBC Summit
Fabrizio Romano, the world’s most-followed football transfer journalist, will take to the SBC Summit 2026 Super Stage for a headline session on building a sports media brand in the age of social media. Known globally for his signature ‘here we go!’ transfer confirmation, Romano has built an audience of more than 70 mi…
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Vyking builds its own sportsbook on FIRST.bet’s SportOS
Vyking’s product team designed and developed the entire player experience with FIRST.bet running the sportsbook engine behind it Vyking designed, built and owns the sportsbook frontend, including mobile, while FIRST.bet runs pricing, trading, risk, bet acceptance and settlement behind it Data-driven iGaming platform p…
Read summary →Tabcorp begins September test of One Pool to unify Australian racing
Tabcorp will begin the test phase of its new ‘One Pool’ project, a leadership initiative to unify Australia’s three state-based tote pools into a single wagering system. Testing will begin on Thursday, 24 September, with meetings at Tamworth in New South Wales and Warwick (Queensland) as the first racetracks to initia…
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Bettors Turn to Gambling with Borrowed Money to Help Pay Bills, Survey Finds
While sports betting is frequently marketed as a form of entertainment, new research hints that a growing number of Americans are turning to wagers for something much more serious. Namely, to pay their bills. More Than Half Wanted to Pay Their Bills According to a new survey by US News, roughly 51% of Americans who […]
Read summary →São Paulo Clubs Oppose Betting Ad Ban
Betting Sponsorships Face Pressure From Proposed São Paulo Advertising Restrictions São Paulo football clubs have joined forces to oppose proposed… The post São Paulo Clubs Oppose Betting Ad Ban appeared first on iGaming Express.
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BETER to Showcase Esports and Sports Portfolio at SBC Summit 2026
BETER will showcase its esports and sports portfolio at SBC Summit 2026, which takes place from September 29 to October 1 at FIL in Lisbon. The provider of live streams, live data and odds will exhibit at Stand D211, where its team will meet with partners, stakeholders and other industry representatives. BETER Highlig…
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Sportsbook Will Retain Lead over NFL Bets, Prediction Markets Account for 20% of the Action
Doommongering that prediction markets will be coming for sportsbooks may have been exaggerated, as an analysis by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming now suggests. In fact, the agency believes the NFL will generate about $40.5 billion in betting this season, with at least $31.7 billion coming through mainstream sportsbooks. Tradi…
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New York Sportsbooks Rake In Record NFL Opening Week Handle
New York sportsbooks enjoyed their strongest NFL season opening week in terms of betting handle in the first week of the new season, ESPN reported. Empire State sportsbooks raked in an eye-watering $595 million worth of bets during the first seven days of NFL action, the highest opening week total since the market was…
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Macau casino floors unusually quiet as premium-mass wagers fall 45% YoY: Citigroup
Macau’s premium-mass segment weakened sharply in Citigroup’s latest survey, with wagers down 45% YoY and player numbers falling 20%. The post Macau casino floors unusually quiet as premium-mass wagers fall 45% YoY: Citigroup first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Brazilian TV Networks Lobby Government Over Possible Betting Restrictions
The top TV networks in Brazil are reportedly stirring up a storm over the possibility of a nationwide ban on betting platforms, fearing that such action could have a dramatic impact on their advertising and corporate operations. Broadcasters have already been grappling with a lack of betting firms’ ad spend since the …
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DraftKings direciona promoções a clientes “mais rentáveis” com IA, diz NYT
Documentos internos revelam uso de algoritmo para identificar apostadores com maior probabilidade de perder dinheiro e otimizar lucros The post DraftKings direciona promoções a clientes “mais rentáveis” com IA, diz NYT appeared first on BNLData.
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Fliff Sports Promo: Get a 100% Match Bonus Up to $250 for NFL Week 2
Fliff has built out its Fliff Social Sportsbook into one of the more complete NFL betting experiences among sweepstakes apps, with full game lines, player props, and parlays available for every...
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Digital gambling exposes young South Koreans to more frequent betting: study
A South Korean study links young adults’ frequent exposure to digital gambling with financial hardship, depression and greater problem-gambling severity. The post Digital gambling exposes young South Koreans to more frequent betting: study first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Brazilian Football Clubs Warn of Financial Impact From Possible Betting Restrictions
Brazilian football federations and clubs have jointly released a statement in opposition to the possibility of federal measures that may ban or extremely limit sports betting and online gaming. The Manifesto, which was released on September 17 under the name “The End of Brazilian Football”, states that a sudden pause …
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Midterm elections could test how heavy trading on prediction markets affects races and results
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Election-season trading on prediction markets, including in this fall’s biggest races, is skyrocketing while states fight to outlaw the platforms as unlicensed casinos and begin to worry about how high-stakes odds will affect American democracy in unpredictable ways. Already this year, predictio…
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Nevada Unemployment Rate Drops as Vegas Adds 7,000 New Jobs
Nevada’s unemployment rate fell in August, causing steady gains in the state’s labor market. Despite the recent slowdown in Las Vegas’ recovery, the city remains a central employment hub thanks to the constant influx of tourists. Rising job numbers could also reflect increased confidence by business owners, perhaps ev…
Read summary →Commanders vs. Cowboys Odds, Picks & Best Bets
The Cowboys host the Commanders in an NFC East clash at AT&T Stadium on Sunday. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. ET on FOX. Both teams are looking for their first win after losing to division foes in the season opener. The Cowboys are a solid favorite to win the game outright at Kalshi. Commanders […] The post Commanders …
Read summary →Missouri AG Orders Prediction Markets To Stop Operating
Missouri Atty. Gen. Catherine Hanaway sent cease-and-desist letters to every prediction market company operating in the state, saying their sports contracts amount to unlicensed sports betting. “The w... The post Missouri AG Orders Prediction Markets To Stop Operating appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Nine Brazilian clubs warn betting ban would push teams into insolvency
Nine Brazilian clubs and the São Paulo state championship posted coordinated statements defending the regulated betting market, warning that restrictions would drive teams toward insolvency. Nine Brazilian football clubs published coordinated statements defending the country’s regulated betting market, warning that a …
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Brazilian football clubs advocate for regulated betting market
Federations and teams have issued a manifesto opposing a potential ban on online casinos.
Read summary →Da marca ao produto: por que o apostador brasileiro está prestando mais atenção à plataforma do que à publicidade
Por anos, as casas de apostas disputaram atenção com patrocínios, influenciadores e grandes campanhas. A marca precisava aparecer antes da concorrência. Esse cenário está mudando. O apostador brasileiro ainda reconhece […] O post Da marca ao produto: por que o apostador brasileiro está prestando mais atenção à platafo…
Read summary →The Gambling Wire: Missouri Targets Prediction Markets as Montana Pauses Kalshi Enforcement
Missouri is poised to become the latest state to enter the prediction-market fight, as legal battles continue across the country and the sector continues to expand beyond the courtroom. Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is preparing a cease-and-desist action against prediction market companies operating in t…
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SBC and GHASBO expand collaboration around African Gaming Forum 2026
SBC and the Ghana Association of Sports Betting Operators (GHASBO) have entered a strategic partnership to strengthen Ghanaian operator representation at the African Gaming Forum. The post SBC and GHASBO expand collaboration around African Gaming Forum 2026 first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →US prediction market boom contrasts with UK betting exchange decline
The Gambling Commission’s 2025/26 Annual Report highlighted a sharp decline in British betting exchange activity. Betting exchanges now make up just 3.79% of Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) in the UK, with the figure sitting at £92.66m for April 2025-March 2026. GGY on betting exchanges has almost halved since 2026/17 (GGY…
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Bet365 among first round of Netherlands licence renewals
Holland Casino, GG Poker and TOTO Online were also among the first eight brands to secure new licences The post Bet365 among first round of Netherlands licence renewals appeared first on NEXT.io.
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One Month Until Sports Betting West Africa+ Summit 2026 & Gaming Event Francophone Africa 2026
With only one month remaining, final preparations are underway for West Africa’s premier gaming gatherings: the 11th annual Sports Betting West Africa+ (SBWA+) Summit 2026 and the 2nd annual Gaming Event Francophone Africa (GEFA) 2026. Taking place from 14 –16 October 2026 at the refined King Fahd Palace Hôtel in Daka…
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Dominator Play kicks off with Football Dominator: Goal or Miss
Game puts iGamers on the pitch from the perspective of an amateur player who can grow into a professional Dominator Play has expanded its instant games portfolio with the launch of Football Dominator: Goal or Miss, a game centered on football’s defining moment. Football Dominator: Goal or Miss puts iGamers on the pitc…
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UK gambling GGY hits £17.5bn as casino grows and betting falls
Online casino added more to the market than the industry grew overall, while betting revenue fell on both… The post UK gambling GGY hits £17.5bn as casino grows and betting falls appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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São Paulo football clubs unite against bills banning betting ads in the city
Brazil’s betting advertising debate is reaching São Paulo’s football clubs, with lawmakers considering measures that could hit sponsorship revenues.
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EKG: Sportsbooks to dominate NFL betting despite prediction market surge
US-focused research and advisory firm expects around $31.7bn to be wagered on the NFL via sportsbooks, compared to $8.4bn on prediction markets The post EKG: Sportsbooks to dominate NFL betting despite prediction market surge appeared first on NEXT.io.
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CasinoReviews research shows banning prediction markets drives interest rather than deters it
Data shows Kalshi and Polymarket search interest spikes during political elections with restricted territories showing elevated, not suppressed, public curiosity CasinoReviews.net, the independent online casino reviewer, has released a report showing that regulatory bans on prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polym…
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He Promoted Polymarket on His Property; Now Detroit Officials Will Visit Him
A business owner based in Detroit, US, is bracing for a rather uncomfortable visit after he decided to allow prediction market company Polymarket to advertise on a water tower located on his industrial property. Private Property But No Permit The water tower, located at Mount Elliott Crushing near Interstate 94, has b…
Read summary →Are we nearing the end of legal Brazilian betting? President Lula reveals his drastic measure
Brazilian betting firms are bracing for impact as reports swirl that President Lula da Silva is planning a move against the industry, targeting a full ban on casino activity and extensive restrictions on betting, as reported by SBC Noticias Brasil. Credible media sources cited in Brazil suggest that President Lula is …
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Brazil President Lula continues fight against online betting
Speaking in Brasília at the signing of the Move Brasil law, Lula said he had recently met with people affected by gambling addiction and described the encounter as painful, adding that many Brazilian authorities don’t fully understand how much suffering and addiction the issue is causing. He also accused betting platf…
Read summary →Deepfake Ads Target Canadian Bettors
Deepfake gambling ads expose gaps in Canada’s offshore betting market An offshore sportsbook used an artificial intelligence-generated likeness of Alphonso… The post Deepfake Ads Target Canadian Bettors appeared first on iGaming Express.
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USA’s 12th crown and fifth in a row: 1xBet recaps FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026
FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 took place in Berlin from September 4 to 13, turning the German capital into the center of global women’s basketball for ten days. The post USA’s 12th crown and fifth in a row: 1xBet recaps FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gam…
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