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SBC has announced the shortlist for the 2026 SBC Awards Americas, recognising leading operators, affiliates and suppliers across the North and Latin American gaming markets. The ceremony will take place on June 10 at the Broward County Convention Center as part of SBC Summit Americas 2026, bringing together about 600 industry professionals. This year’s awards feature 34 categories spanning operations, technology, marketing, payments, compliance, and player engagement. Rush Street Interactive leads the shortlist with eight nominations, followed by Betting Hero with six. Optimove, Wazdan, and Betsson Group have five nominations each. Rasmus Sojmark, Chief Executive and Founder of SBC, said:…

PointsBet Canada has expanded its casino offering in Ontario through a new agreement with Bede Gaming, adding new gaming content and player engagement tools in a bid to compete for customers in Canada’s regulated iGaming market. The Ontario-based sportsbook and casino operator announced that the new casino aggregation and bonusing platform is now live on its pointsbet.ca platform following a competitive selection process. PointsBet selected an external provider to deliver content aggregation and player engagement capabilities while continuing to run its platform through proprietary technology originally developed by its Australian parent company. Through Bede’s open-API aggregation platform, PointsBet now has…

The Isle of Man has passed the Gambling Legislation (Amendment) Bill after final approval in the High Court of Tynwald, completing a major update of its gambling laws. The House of Keys approved amendments put forward by the Legislative Council on Wednesday, bringing parliamentary scrutiny of the bill to a close. The updated legislation strengthens statutory provisions tied to employment and economic activity within the gambling industry. Among the most significant changes is the introduction of a new “fitness and propriety” standard for individuals involved in gambling operations. This standard expands existing suitability checks by incorporating competency and financial assessments…

The owner of William Hill will close around 270 betting shops after a review of its retail estate, as it seeks to offset higher UK gambling taxes that pushed annual losses sharply higher. Evoke, which also owns the 888 brand, reported that pre-tax losses more than doubled to £549.1 million ($741 million) in 2025, from £220.9 million ($298 million) a year earlier, driven largely by UK tax increases and a £440.3 million ($594 million) impairment charge. The shop closures, targeting underperforming locations, are expected to result in hundreds of job losses, though the company did not specify how many roles are…

DATA.BET has launched a new prediction markets vertical, allowing operators to offer bets on global events beyond sports. The new offering covers markets in politics, finance, technology, crypto, the economy, culture, and weather. It is designed with a sportsbook-style interface, using fiat transactions and simplified mechanics to make participation easier. The product is designed to simplify participation by removing many of the complexities typically associated with prediction exchanges. The platform features clear pricing, fiat-based transactions, and a user-friendly interface. Unlike many existing solutions, it follows a familiar sportsbook model, eliminating the need for users to navigate intricate systems or rely…

MGM Resorts International reported first-quarter 2026 consolidated net revenue of $4.5 billion, up 4% from the prior-year quarter, supported by higher revenue from MGM China, MGM Digital, and growth at the BetMGM North America Venture, even as profitability declined across several operating segments. Net income attributable to MGM Resorts was $125 million for the quarter ended March 31, compared with $149 million a year earlier. Diluted earnings per share were $0.48, down from $0.51, while adjusted diluted earnings per share were $0.49, compared with $0.69 in the first quarter of 2025. Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA fell to $580 million from $637…

Resorts World New York City opened its live table games casino floor in Queens on Tuesday, becoming the first full-scale casino of its kind in New York City more than a decade after voters approved expanded gambling in the state. The South Ozone Park facility, located next to Aqueduct Racetrack and a few miles from John F. Kennedy International Airport, has added more than 240 table games, including blackjack, craps, baccarat, and roulette. Resorts World had already been operating slot machines and electronic gaming at the site for more than a decade, which allowed it to move faster than the…

Caesars Entertainment reported a slight rise in first-quarter revenue and adjusted earnings, with strong growth in its digital business offsetting softer performance in its core casino segments. The company posted revenue of $2.9 billion, up from $2.8 billion a year earlier, while its net loss narrowed to $98 million from $115 million. Consolidated adjusted EBITDA edged up to $887 million from $884 million. Chief Executive Officer Tom Reeg said the results reflected gains across key areas. “In the first quarter of 2026, we delivered growth in total net revenue and adjusted EBITDA versus last year,” Reeg said. “Caesars Digital revenue…

A Williamson County grand jury declined to indict poker pro and co-owner Doug Polk, his partners, and The Lodge Card Club on illegal gambling allegations, clearing the way for the return of seized cash and equipment and a potential reopening within weeks. The decision ended a nearly two-month legal dispute that forced one of Texas’ largest poker clubs to shut down following a March 10 raid by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission’s Financial Crimes Unit. The Austin-area poker room is co-owned by Polk, Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Jake Abdalla, and Jason Levin. Authorities seized more than $1.3 million in cash…

Las Vegas Cinco de Mayo is always bigger and better! And this year, Sin City has everything you could possibly want to enjoy the holiday, including fiestas, margaritas, Latin DJs, and concerts… even a fight or two, ya know, so you don’t have to get drunk and start one yourself. And that’s where our show kicks off with PBC Fight Night at T-Mobile Arena. There are eight bouts on the card, and two Mexican fighters in the main event. David Benavidez and Gilberto Ramirez, squaring off on Saturday, May 2nd. But before the boys can lace up the gloves, several…

In this article, 1xBet explores how regional differences in football consumption across Europe, Africa, and Latin America require tailored affiliate strategies to maximize engagement during the 2026 global tournament. When the whistle starts the world’s premier football tournament, completely different stories unfold across the globe. Same match. Same 90 minutes. But viewers in Europe, Africa, and Latin America experience these moments in fundamentally different ways. America 2026 as a global media product This year’s global tournament is the first to feature 48 teams and is held simultaneously across three host countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Preliminary predictions suggest…

A legal confrontation over the regulation of prediction markets has intensified after the Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed a lawsuit against the state of New York, seeking a court ruling to affirm its exclusive authority over the sector. The filing, made Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, asks for a declaratory judgment that oversight of prediction market exchanges falls solely under federal jurisdiction. These platforms allow users to trade on the outcomes of real-world events, including elections and sports. The dispute follows legal action by Attorney General Letitia James against Coinbase and Gemini, in…

A study commissioned by Tax Relief Nebraska found that legalizing online sports betting in Nebraska could generate just under $87 million in state tax revenue over five years, as supporters push to put the measure before voters in 2026. The research by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming assumes that 70% of the revenue could be directed toward property tax credits, the same rate as casino gambling. Under this condition, it would translate into roughly $61 million in tax relief over the same period. Backers of the initiative say the additional revenue could help stabilize the state’s budget as lawmakers grapple with a…

Gaming manufacturer AGS has officially expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of the Piñata Pays Grande slot family. This new iteration builds upon the established foundation of the original Piñata Pays series, which gained popularity for its festive themes and metamorphic game mechanics. The latest release introduces several mechanical updates designed to heighten player engagement through a more complex bonus structure and the addition of interactive elements that were not present in the initial version. The original Piñata Pays became a recognizable title on casino floors by utilizing a three pot mechanic. In that version, players would aim to…

Ontario lawmakers have introduced legislation that would prohibit online gambling advertising across the province, citing rising concerns over addiction and public health following the launch of the regulated market in 2022. The Stop Harmful Gambling Advertising Act (Bill 107), introduced on April 20, 2026, by Liberal Member of Provincial Parliament Lee Fairclough, proposes amendments to the Gaming Control Act, 1992, to ban licensed operators and their marketing partners from promoting gambling through any medium, including television, social media, and sponsorships. If passed, the bill would impose fines of up to C$100,000 ($73,500) for individuals and C$1 million ($735,000) for corporations…

The Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man (MGBHLM) First Nation has unveiled new details about its planned $100-million casino and resort development during an update held at the Ridge Interpretive Centre in Battlefords, Saskatchewan. The project, backed by a $60-million investment from the First Nation, will see the relocation and modernization of the Gold Eagle Casino, and its hotel and convention center. Phase 1 has received full support from the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA), enabling the MGBHLM Casino and Resorts Limited Partnership to proceed with planning and community engagement. A second phase is expected to introduce additional amenities, including…