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The ban on gambling advertisements on the front of Premier League shirts is creating a financial crisis for many clubs, with nine teams still without a confirmed sponsor and a potential collective loss of up to £80 million in revenue. The voluntary agreement, made three years ago, is now taking …

New research has pushed back the origins of gambling by thousands of years, revealing that Native Americans were using early forms of dice in games of chance during ice age,  or as far back as 12,000 years ago. The study, published in the journal American Antiquity, challenges the long-standing belief …

ReferOn, the next-generation affiliate management platform, has been shortlisted for the ‘Best Affiliate Software 2026’ award at the upcoming SiGMA Awards South America. This nomination underscores the platform’s role as a trusted solution for operators looking to scale their affiliate programs efficiently. The recognition aligns with ReferOn‘s recent launch of …

The government of India imposes ban on 8,376 websites associated with online betting and gambling by March 28, 2026, according to a recent Lok Sabha response. This move underscores the government’s aggressive stance against offshore digital platforms that continue to operate despite legal restrictions. More than 4,800 of these URLs …

BETesporte has announced a major partnership with BRAX, a prominent sports marketing agency in Brazil, to expand its presence in the country’s sports betting landscape. The collaboration will see the betting operator secure prominent activations across top-tier football competitions, including matches involving the Brazilian national team ahead of the FIFA …

The BiS SiGMA South America conference, taking place in São Paulo Brazil from April 6-9, is set to draw over 18,500 delegates, 400 exhibitors, and 250+ speakers, making it the largest gathering of iGaming professionals in Latin America. A major focus of this year’s event will be the future of …

Representatives from Spain’s lottery industry associations, Defensa Digital (DEDIT) and Loteros en la Lucha (LELL), have warned of a “critical situation” facing the country’s lottery retail network. During recent meetings with parliament members, they presented findings from their Report on the Profitability and Digitalization of Online Lottery, outlining systemic challenges …

Blueprint Gaming has launched The Flintstones: Rock Around The Pots, a cash-collecting slot that transports players to the iconic world of Bedrock. Release is scheduled for April 25, 2026, this slot combines nostalgic Stone Age visuals with modern gaming features, including a unique Rock Around The Pots bonus game. While …

Government of Japan  has officially announced the reopening of its casino licensing process, with the bidding period for two additional integrated resort (IR) licenses set to begin on May 6, 2027, and conclude on November 5. This development follows the country’s 2018 authorization of up to three IRs, though only …

William Hill is facing a major backlash after a software glitch triggered 35,072 incorrect jackpot payouts in its Jackpot Drop game, leaving players out of pocket and the operator scrambling to claw back tens of millions. The error saw payouts surge to 35,000 in a single day, compared to just …

ICONIC21 has entered into a strategic content distribution agreement with Lynon, a leading casino game aggregator. The partnership enables Lynon to offer operators a full range of ICONIC21‘s gaming content, including live casino, slots, and virtual games, through its platform. Lynon is known for its broad selection of premium iGaming …

REEVO has entered into a new partnership with StarVegas, a well-established online gaming brand in Italy. This collaboration will see REEVO’s in-house games integrated into the StarVegas platform, further cementing REEVO’s footprint in one of Europe’s most competitive regulated markets. The partnership aligns with REEVO’s ongoing expansion strategy, allowing the …

Evoplay has unveiled Evoplay Arena, a free-to-play platform that transforms slot gaming into a competitive, community-driven experience. The platform enables players to participate in tournaments using demo gameplay, eliminating the need for real-money deposits. Players can engage in a variety of tournaments, including daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal events. Each …

Playson, a prominent digital entertainment supplier, has strengthened its presence in the UK market through a major partnership with Bally’s Intralot, a globally recognized operator in iGaming and lottery. The collaboration brings Playson’s top-performing games to six UK-facing brands under Bally’s Intralot: Jackpotjoy, Virgin Games, Monopoly Casino, Rainbow Riches Casino, …

BGaming has launched Gates of Power, a new slot game that transports players to Mount Olympus, where they can stand beside Zeus in a high-energy gaming experience. The title is the latest addition to the provider’s #Entertainment category and is designed to deliver striking visuals and dynamic gameplay. Featuring a …

N1 Partners has been honored with the Best Affiliate Program in Central and Eastern Europe award at the GamingTECH Awards 2026, held during the HIPTHER Prague Summit. This recognition highlights the affiliate network’s dedication to delivering high-performance solutions for its partners. The award reflects N1 Partners‘ focus on building a …

Red Papaya, the new slot studio powered by Microgaming, is making waves in the iGaming industry with a bold vision for slot development. In a recent interview, Madelein Ozok, Head of Studio at Red Papaya, discussed how the studio plans to leverage its award-winning management team to create high-quality, player-focused …

Star Entertainment has completed the sale of its 50% stake in the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane casino and entertainment complex for $53 million to its joint venture partners, Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) and Far East Consortium International (FEC). The deal eliminates a $1.4 billion debt tied to the project, providing …

QTech Games has entered into a new supplier partnership with Shacks Evolution Studios, a global B2B content developer focused on delivering localized iGaming solutions for emerging markets. The collaboration will bring Shacks’ extensive catalogue of instant-win, crash, and virtual games to QTech’s platform, specifically designed for the African market. Shacks …

Sporting Risk has extended its partnership with Sportradar Group AG to distribute its soccer player and team statistics markets through Sportradar’s Unified Odds Feed (UOF). This agreement ensures that over 800 sportsbook operators worldwide will have access to enhanced player market depth and flexibility. The collaboration covers 50 pre-match competitions …