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iGaming content aggregator Infingame has shared operational insights revealing that progression-based engagement systems, competitive tournaments, and mission-driven gameplay are proving more effective at retaining sweepstakes players than traditional casino-style bonus campaigns. According to the company, operators entering the rapidly growing sweepstakes sector are finding that retention strategies commonly used in online casinos do not automatically translate into successful sweepstakes platforms. Instead, player engagement is being driven by progression mechanics, social-style competition, streamlined onboarding, and dynamic promotional systems. Jana Filagina, Head of Commercial at Infingame, said: “Sweepstakes players behave very differently from traditional casino audiences. “The expectation is much closer to…

SOFTSWISS will bring together technology leaders from Amazon Web Services (AWS), Oracle, and Cloudflare at its Tech Race Summit 2026 in Warsaw on September 10, as the iGaming industry grapples with growing infrastructure demands driven by artificial intelligence and high-traffic digital services. The event will feature senior executives from the three companies, which are key players in the development of cloud, connectivity, and enterprise infrastructure technologies. The summit will focus on engineering and infrastructure challenges facing high-load businesses, with sessions covering cloud-native architecture, cybersecurity, observability, real-time event processing, and AI integration. Attendees will gain direct access to the experts behind…

Digitain has appointed Dario Jurčić as Chief Commercial Officer for Europe and Africa, adding an executive with more than a decade of leadership experience in commercial strategy, platform development, market expansion, and business transformation. Jurčić joins the sportsbook and iGaming technology provider after leading a number of growth-focused organizations during his career. In 2025, he was recognized by industry peers as one of Central and Eastern Europe’s leading CEOs. Commercial oversight across multiple regions In his new role, Jurčić will direct Digitain’s commercial strategy across Europe and Africa. His responsibilities include supporting the company’s activities in regulated European markets and…

LatAm industry leaders from EstrelaBet, BetWarrior, Betsson Group, Optimove and MWPay discussed the future of user engagement, responsible gaming, streaming culture and World Cup-driven growth during the panel “Strategic Change: Transforming the Identity of iGaming for the Global Stage” at SBC Summit Americas, held June 10-11 in Florida. The iGaming industry is no longer competing only against other sportsbooks. That was one of the clearest conclusions to emerge from the SBC Summit Americas panel, where executives argued that betting operators are increasingly battling for attention against streaming services, gaming platforms and the wider digital entertainment ecosystem. Featuring Fellipe Fraga, CBO…

Wazdan has been shortlisted across four categories at the MiGEA Awards 2026, with six nominations recognising both its product portfolio and its leadership team. The annual event recognises companies and professionals in the gaming industry, and the awards ceremony is scheduled for June 25 at The Xara Lodge in Rabat, Malta. The supplier’s nominations include: Best Online Gaming Product of the Year for Burning Board Best Online Casino Product of the Year for Mighty Wild: Gorilla Best Gaming CEO of the Year for CEO Michal Imiolek Best Woman Leader of the Year for Izabela Slodkowska-Popiel, Magdalena Wojdyla and Bekki D’Agata.…

Onlyplay has released Tiger Jackpots, a 3×3 video slot themed around tiger imagery and jackpot gameplay. The title combines Asian-inspired visuals, coin collection mechanics, and four jackpot levels, offering players multiple paths to bonus rewards. Tiger Jackpots draws on symbols associated with luck, prosperity, and wealth. The game environment features golden treasures, traditional architecture, tiger-themed characters, and reels dominated by red and gold colors. The slot has a return-to-player (RTP) rate of 95.66%, a hit rate of 13.31%, and medium volatility. The game’s central mechanic is the Bonus Coin Game, which is activated when two Special Symbols and one Special…

Greentube has released Firecracker Frenzy Money Toad, a new online video slot game focusing on themes of prosperity and good fortune. This launch marks the second major installment in the development company’s specialized holiday and festival series, aiming to capture traditional cultural aesthetics through updated gaming technology. The Firecracker Frenzy Money Toad release uses a standard five-by-three reel grid configuration with twenty-five fixed betways. According to direct specifications from industry catalog groups, the game has been built with a calculated return-to-player rate of ninety-four point eighteen percent. Game developers have categorized the title as a medium-volatility mathematical profile, making it…

Gaming solutions provider Ainsworth Game Technology has appointed María Teresa Gonzáles Plaza as Commercial Manager for Peru and Colombia. The company said the appointment aligns with its broader strategy to deepen high-value commercial partnerships, expand its product portfolio, and reinforce growth in key regulated gaming markets. Gonzáles Plaza brings nearly 30 years of industry experience, with a career spanning business development, commercial expansion, and product positioning in competitive gaming markets. She spent two decades at Cirsa before transitioning to the supplier side, where she has worked for the past seven years. Her background combines operational and commercial expertise, with a…

Kalshi co-founder and CEO Tarek Mansour confirmed the prediction market giant is considering a potential IPO. However, Mansour ruled out a public listing for 2026, with the executive saying a debut is more realistic around 2027 or 2028. The discussions come amid sustained growth for the company, which recently hit a $22 billion valuation after its revenue tripled to $2 billion. The company is also seeking new capital in a funding round that could value the company at $40 billion, according to a Financial Times report on Wednesday, a target that would nearly double its valuation within three months and…

Online casino and sportsbook Stake has unveiled a promotional stunt featuring what it describes as the first football match played on a pitch suspended in the sky. In a newly released campaign video, the online casino and sportsbook showcases six extreme sports content creators competing in a small-sided match on a synthetic pitch lifted above the clouds by a hot air balloon. The match took place at an altitude of around 10,000 feet before participants parachuted from the floating platform. The creators involved include Nathan Roque, Alessio Papia, Nicolo Contrada, Yasmin Xavier, Sara Vidal, and Carol Chafauzer.  According to Stake,…

 June 25, 2026 Meta prediction markets could soon become a reality as the tech giant explores a foray into the rapidly growing forecasting sector. According to industry reports, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram is investigating the development of its own prediction markets platform, aiming to capitalize on a massive surge in global interest surrounding decentralized and centralized betting on real-world outcomes. The move comes at a time when the broader prediction market industry is experiencing unprecedented volume, largely driven by political elections, financial trends, and pop culture events. Analysts suggest that by integrating these features into its existing…

Caesars Entertainment has expanded its partnership with three Wabanaki Nations in Maine to include online casino gaming, positioning the parties for a potential iGaming launch in 2026 pending regulatory approvals. Under the agreement, Caesars will partner with the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Mi’kmaq Nation, and the Penobscot Nation to offer three online casino brands in the state: Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino. The expansion builds on the launch of Caesars Sportsbook in Maine in 2023 and comes after the state authorized the Wabanaki Nations to operate online gambling under legislation passed…

Egypt is preparing legal amendments that would explicitly criminalise online betting, addressing a regulatory gap in laws that currently focus on physical gambling venues. Gambling is already prohibited for Egyptian citizens under existing law. The Civil Code voids gambling contracts, the Penal Code criminalises gambling activity, and casino regulations only allow foreign passport holders to gamble in licensed hotels. However, current laws do not specifically address online gambling. Despite the ban, enforcement has been limited, and some users in Egypt still access offshore betting sites using VPNs and foreign payment methods. Lawmakers have also raised concerns about Arabic-language gambling platforms…

Happy Valley Casino Chief Executive and General Manager Eric Pearson has left the Pennsylvania gaming property less than two months after its grand opening, as the casino reported a modest first full month of operations. Majority owner Saratoga Casino Holdings said Pearson’s departure was planned and formed part of the strategy established before the casino opened. “From the outset, the plan included Eric transitioning to new opportunities following the successful launch of the property,” the company said in a statement to Centre Daily Times. Saratoga credited Pearson with helping guide the project through regulatory and legal hurdles and overseeing the…

As Vegas profits fall, the Nevada Gaming Control Board has released its annual abstract report highlighting severe profitability challenges across the state. For the fiscal year ended June thirty, two thousand twenty-five, combined net profits for casinos on the Las Vegas Strip plummeted by eighty-one percent year-over-year. The group of fifty-one licensees on the Strip reported a net profit of one hundred fifty-four point two million dollars, a sharp decline from previous years despite generating twenty-one billion dollars in total revenue. The steep drop shows how acutely the market felt a post-pandemic downturn. Total revenue on the Strip fell by…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is already underway, giving sportsbook operators a rare opportunity to engage massive global audiences across multiple platforms and formats over an extended tournament period. In this exclusive interview with Yogonet, Aimée Prendergast, Marketing Director at BOYLE Sports, discusses how the company is approaching fan engagement, creator partnerships, personalization, and long-term customer loyalty during one of the biggest sporting events in the world. For BOYLE Sports, the tournament also represents the first World Cup since its £100 million investment into the UK market, shaping a broader strategy focused on multi-channel experiences, ambassador-led content, and more personalized…