Author: OnlineGamblingDaily

In this article, iGaming aggregator Infingame identifies three distinct player archetypes based on how users interact with engagement mechanics: the Achiever, the Competitor, and the Thrill-Seeker. The framework is designed to help operators move beyond one-size-fits-all promotions and build engagement strategies around different patterns of player behaviour. Based on behavioural patterns observed…

In this article, SOFTSWISS, a global strategic partner for the iGaming industry, outlines three factors that can simplify operators’ entry into regulated European markets. Its standalone Game Aggregator supports all three while allowing operators to retain their existing platform. Expand the catalogue without multiplying integrations Entering a new market can mean bringing in additional game providers….

EGT officially opened its new office in Rome with a special event on 3 November, bringing together representatives of prominent operators, business partners, and industry professionals. Located on Via Salaria, one of Rome’s historic consular roads, the new office features a showroom displaying EGT’s latest slot cabinets, as well as a dedicated area presenting EGT Digital’s online gaming solutions. Guests…

The DKeX Prediction Market Exchange has secured third place among US prediction market operators by trading volume, marking a significant milestone for DraftKings less than four months after launching its proprietary trading platform. DraftKings Chief Executive Officer and co-founder Jason Robins announced the achievement during a question-and-answer session with CNBC correspondent Contessa Brewer at the NEXTPredict Summit in New York City on October 22. Robins said the company had established itself as a significant competitor and continued gaining market share since entering the sector in late June 2026. Data from Aldrin Research supports the company’s ranking. During the week ending…

The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has launched a free online tool to help consumers verify whether gambling websites are licensed in their jurisdiction, as regulators step up efforts to combat illegal online gambling. The platform, called Check Before You Play, was launched on November 9 alongside IAGR’s first Illegal Gambling Awareness Week, running from November 9–13….

MGM National Harbor has appointed Chris Gumiela as its president and chief operating officer (COO), succeeding Melonie Johnson, who has retired from the role. Gumiela will oversee the resort’s day-to-day operations and strategic direction, with a focus on employee engagement and community relations. “I’m thrilled to be back in the DMV and look forward to expanding the ways MGM National Harbor…

DraftKings has been downgraded by JPMorgan, UBS and Stifel following its third-quarter results and reduced 2026 outlook, as analysts question the potential returns from its expanding prediction markets business. DraftKings shares fell 21.3% on Friday to a new 52-week low after the company cut its financial guidance and said its prediction markets business could generate between $900 million and $1.05…

Nevada Rep. Dina Titus is urging Republican House leaders to fast-track the FAIR BET Act before Congress adjourns for the year, seeking to reverse a federal tax provision that has reduced the amount of gambling losses players can deduct from their taxable income. Titus, whose congressional district includes the Las Vegas Strip, is asking House Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise to attach the FAIR BET Act to must-pass legislation during the remaining weeks of the congressional session. The proposal would restore the full federal deduction for gambling losses, reversing a change enacted through last year’s One Big…

PENN Entertainment plans to step up its lobbying efforts in Texas following the U.S. midterm elections, which could improve prospects for gambling expansion in the state and create opportunities in other markets, Chief Executive Jay Snowden said. Democratic victories in several states have shifted the political landscape for the gambling industry. In Texas, Vikki Goodwin defeated longtime gambling…

Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) has suspended all ongoing proceedings in lower courts challenging the constitutionality of the country’s betting ban, effectively preventing licensed operators from seeking judicial authorization to resume operations until the court delivers a final ruling. Justice Luiz Fux issued the single-judge order on Sunday, November 8, with the decision published…

Five prediction market operators have restricted their prediction market offerings in Utah amid escalating legal pressure, following the state’s filing of 14 criminal charges against Kalshi and its co-founders, Tarek Mansour and Luana Lopes Lara, on 28 October. DraftKings, FanDuel, Fanatics, Robinhood and PrizePicks have withdrawn or restricted certain event contracts, although the extent of…

Turning Stone Resort Casino and other Oneida Indian Nation businesses are gradually returning to normal operations following a cyberattack on Monday, November 2, that disrupted computer systems, payment services, ATMs, and telephone lines across the group’s properties.  Turning Stone announced Thursday that it had resumed accepting credit cards for food and beverage purchases, while guests could once again earn loyalty points at all its properties. TS Sports, the group’s sportsbook and betting lounge, and bingo operations were set to resume at 4 p.m. on Thursday. The cyberattack affected several businesses operated by the Oneida Indian Nation, forcing Turning Stone Resort Casino,…

Penn Entertainment reported third-quarter revenue of $1.84 billion, up from $1.72 billion a year earlier, and net income of $33 million, or 24 cents per diluted share, compared with a net loss of $859.8 million, or $6.03 per share, in the prior-year period. Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA increased to $284 million from $194.9 million. The retail segment generated record third-quarter revenue of $1.5 billion, with Segment Adjusted EBITDAR of $501.8 million and a margin of 33.7%. “Penn’s third-quarter results were highlighted by strong year-over-year growth in retail segment Adjusted EBITDAR, continued progress toward interactive profitability, and further balance-sheet deleveraging,” CEO Jay…

The AGEM Index reached a record high of 2,108.59 points in October 2026, gaining 297.58 points, or 16.4%, from the previous month, as shares of all nine gaming equipment manufacturers tracked by the index advanced. The increase came despite a mixed performance across major U.S. stock markets. The NASDAQ declined 5.3% during October, while the S&P 500 fell 0.9%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, recorded a 1.7% increase. Konami Corp. accounted for more than half of the AGEM Index’s monthly point gain, contributing 150.45 points following a 23.3% rise in its share price. The increase followed the company’s earnings…

The Dragon Lair game room has opened at Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, bringing together two popular Aristocrat Gaming slot game collections in a dedicated area on the casino floor. The new space focuses on Dragon Link and Phoenix Link, offering visitors access to both game families in one location. Announced on October 19, 2026, the opening marks another addition to the resort’s gaming offerings. The Dragon Lair game room occupies the former poker room space at the property, repurposing an area that previously served a different segment of the casino market. Rio President and General Manager Rod…

Superbet will invest approximately €500 million (US$561 million) in Greece over the next six years as it seeks to grow its presence in the country’s regulated betting sector. The investment will cover sports sponsorships, technology, staff training, and marketing, the company told reporters on Thursday, according to local media outlet OT.gr. Giannis Kalambokis, General Manager of Superbet Greece, said the operator had been in the market for seven months and found that Greek players had high levels of experience and strong expectations. He said the company wanted to strengthen customer relationships by improving its services and earning players’ confidence. Superbet…