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Better Gambling Forum and SBC Events & Media have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at advancing player protection standards and promoting sustainable gambling practices across North America and other markets. The collaboration will use SBC’s events and media platforms to expand engagement with the Better Gambling Forum’s Responsible Gambling 3.0 framework, which focuses on translating gambling policy and academic research into operational practices for operators, regulators and health systems. BGF Chair Shawn Fluharty said the initiative is intended to move the industry toward evidence-based approaches to harm reduction. “The Better Gambling Forum focuses on turning evidence into action,” Fluharty said.…

Play’n GO has been granted a licence to supply online gaming content in the Canadian province of Alberta, marking a new milestone in the company’s continued expansion across regulated North American markets. The licence, awarded by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission (AGLC), enables the company to provide its portfolio of online casino titles to licensed operators in the province, ahead of Alberta’s planned go‑live later this year. The company stated that Alberta represents “an important new regulated opportunity within Canada,” complementing Play’n GO’s established presence in Ontario and Quebec, and reinforcing the company’s long‑standing commitment to operating exclusively…

DR Gaming Technology (DRGT) concluded what it labeled as a highly successful showing at G2E Asia 2026 at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo in mid-May. During the show, the company’s integrated casino management ecosystem attracted strong interest from operators. Across the three-day exhibition, DRGT welcomed visitors from an international spread of gaming jurisdictions, including Macao, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Singapore, Uganda, Tanzania, the UAE, Spain, Ireland, the United States, and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Activity at its booth reflected the increasingly global demand for scalable, data-driven casino technology solutions, said DRGT, as operators seek “more intelligent, connected, and player-centric…

US President Donald Trump has issued a strong endorsement for regulation of prediction markets, the fast-growing event contract sector. Such a move, however, would establish a direct conflict with several state officials. The White House is arguing for uniform national oversight, while individual states attempt to impose local restrictions and prohibitions. Through a social media statement, the president emphasized the necessity of maintaining the Commodity Futures Trading Commission as the sole regulatory authority over these platforms. He framed the push for federal administration as a way to create a consistent framework for the country, while also linking the sector to…

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has launched a 24/7 National Problem Gambling Helpline (NPGH) as part of its efforts to strengthen responsible gaming measures and enhance player protection. The hotline, established in partnership with Seagulls Flock Organization Inc. (SFO), will provide confidential support services by connecting individuals experiencing gambling-related problems with trained counselors. During the launch ceremony, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco, in a keynote speech read by Senior Vice President for Land-Based Operations Daniel Cecilio, said the initiative underscores the regulator’s commitment to maintaining a humane and accountable gaming industry. “This National Problem Gambling Helpline that…

Yolo Investments has launched Fund III, a $250 million investment vehicle authorized by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), with plans to back Series A to C companies in fintech, crypto, and gaming. The fund carries a global investment mandate while concentrating on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Fund III is Yolo Investments’ third flagship fund and continues its strategy of investing in companies operating across payments, digital assets, and gaming. The authorization from the FSRA allows the company to complete offering documents, including the limited partnership agreement and private placement…

Puerto Rico has joined the National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (NVSEP), a system designed to simplify how individuals block access to gambling across multiple jurisdictions. The program is set to launch in June and will allow users in Puerto Rico to voluntarily enroll in a centralized exclusion list that restricts access to casinos, sports betting, and other regulated gaming platforms. The move supports efforts by the Comisión de Juegos del Gobierno de Puerto Rico to modernize gambling oversight and strengthen responsible gaming protections. “Puerto Rico has built one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving gaming markets in the region, backed…

Memorial Day traditionally kicks off the Las Vegas summer and vacation season, and if your plans include Las Vegas, we have you covered! Find all the major concerts, new resorts opening, amazing attractions, and fireworks displays from June to September! Summer doesn’t just begin, it explodes with fireworks shows from June through September! And that’s where we kick off our show! As America celebrates 250 years, Sin City will be celebrating with eight consecutive weeks of fireworks held all up and down the strip. The Fremont Street Experience will get into the action as well before the displays ship back…

Hyperliquid has expanded its HIP-4 outcome markets beyond crypto price targets into macroeconomic events such as U.S. inflation data and Federal Reserve interest-rate decisions, intensifying competition with established prediction market platforms such as Polymarket. The decentralized exchange’s expanded offering allows users to trade prediction-style contracts alongside crypto perpetual futures from a single account, broadening Hyperliquid’s push to become a multi-asset trading platform. The rollout marks a shift from Hyperliquid’s initial testing phase, which focused on crypto-native outcomes such as whether bitcoin would trade above a specified level by a certain time.  The latest expansion introduces contracts tied to off-chain events, including…

Casino Guru won Casino Affiliate of the Year at the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026 held in Madrid, adding another major industry recognition to the company’s growing list of achievements. The awards program recognizes affiliates, operators, and B2B providers that demonstrate strong performance, innovation, and long-term impact within the iGaming industry. The win highlights Casino Guru’s continued focus on transparency, player protection, and responsible gambling initiatives, including its Complaint Resolution Center and Safety Index. The award was presented during the official ceremony in Madrid, which gathered leading stakeholders from across the iGaming industry to celebrate outstanding achievements within the affiliate and…

During the PGL Astana 2026 esports tournament, the 1xBet team spoke with the organisers and players from The MongolZ. The main topic of discussion was how ready Mongolia is to host its own esports event and when fans might finally see PGL Ulaanbaatar become a reality.  For many years, European and North American teams dominated the Counter-Strike esports scene. Tournament organisers held the vast majority of events in those regions. Still, the rapid rise of The MongolZ over the last three years has proven that Mongolia is ready to host its first big competition. The organisation’s early victories at YaLLa…

 May 25, 2026 Circa Sports has announced the return of its Circa Survivor, Circa Million VIII, and Circa Grandissimo football contests for the upcoming season, featuring a record-breaking combined guaranteed prize pool of thirty million dollars. The operator, known for its high-stakes sports betting offerings, is raising the stakes across its three primary competitions, with all entry fees feeding directly into the payouts without a house rake. The centerpiece of the lineup, Circa Survivor, is expanding significantly for the football season. The contest features a twenty million dollar guaranteed payout for the last remaining entry standing. This marks an increase…

SOFTSWISS has opened the final call for speakers for its Tech Race Summit conference, inviting technology and business specialists to present experimental tools, unconventional workflows, and emerging infrastructure solutions at the event in September. The conference will take place in Warsaw on Sept. 10 and is expected to attract around 1,000 engineers, architects, product leaders, and technology executives from the iGaming and broader technology sectors. The submissions are being accepted for the event’s Blackbox Track, one of three conference stages alongside the Vision and Solution tracks. According to SOFTSWISS, the Blackbox sessions are intended to showcase ideas that challenge established…

In this article, iGaming content provider Wazdan outlines how its “Gain City” campaign and curated portfolio are positioning the company for SBC Americas 2026, with a focus on timely operator partnerships and region-specific engagement strategies. For a few days in Fort Lauderdale, the pace changes. Conversations move faster.Decisions happen sooner.And the right meetings tend to lead somewhere. This is where Wazdan returns for SBC Americas 2026, bringing with it a clear focus, a selected portfolio, and a campaign that captures the moment: Welcome to Gain City. At Stand 504, Wazdan’s presence is built around a simple idea, that events like…

Issues surrounding trust, customer retention, and communication in regulated markets were among the topics addressed by Monika Zlateva, Chief Commercial Officer of CT Interactive, during SBC Summit Malta in St. Julian’s. Zlateva participated in the panel discussion “Media and Messaging: From Sales to Storytelling in an Age of Restrictions” during the conference, which took place from April 28 to 30, 2026. The session explored how iGaming companies are adapting communication strategies in response to advertising restrictions across multiple jurisdictions. The discussion also examined how companies can maintain consistency and trust while operating within increasingly stringent regulatory frameworks. Attention was also…

Thunderspin has launched Secret Party, a new slot game that seeks to introduce a mystery-driven concept to the iGaming market and reinforce the company’s “Games That Make Sense” branding. Before the release, Thunderspin kept details about the project hidden, using teaser campaigns and cryptic messaging to build anticipation among players and industry audiences. The game is set in a secret nightlife world filled with scandals, tension, and hidden identities. Players encounter masked characters whose true identities remain unknown, adding an investigative element to the gameplay experience. According to the company, the concept was designed to go beyond the traditional slot format…