Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Richard JanvrinKalshi Partners With Genius Sports for Official Sports Data
Genius Sports has struck a deal with Kalshi to provide official sports data and integrity services shortly after partnering with Polymarket.

By: Paul SkidmoreBetfred CEO confirms over 130 shop closures as rising taxes bite
Betfred will close around 10% of its UK betting shops, with CEO Joanne Whittaker blaming gambling tax rises and increasing employment costs.

By: Paul SkidmoreSunderland and Nottingham Forest seek sponsors as gambling ban begins
Sunderland and Nottingham Forest are still searching for front-of-shirt sponsors following the introduction of the Premier League’s gambling ban.

By: Paul SkidmoreITV Launches OddsFinder App in Partnership With Funteron
ITV has returned to the betting sector with a free odds comparison app, three months after the closure of its real-money ITV Play platform.

By: Paul SkidmoreMidnite renews Sun Dream Team sponsorship for 2026/27 season
Midnite has extended its partnership with The Sun Dream Team for a second season, continuing its investment in football-focused marketing.

By: Heather GartlandAustralia Faces Pressure to Ban Betting Inducements in Gambling Reform Shake-Up
Australia's gambling reform debate has intensified after politicians from across the political spectrum pushed for a complete ban on betting inducements. The proposed changes could significantly reshape how bookmakers attract and retain customers while strengthening consumer protections.

By: Grant MitchellBetMGM, Marriott Expand Rewards Program to Alberta Following iGaming Launch
BetMGM players can experience table games, slot machines, blackjack, roulette, and other attractions they’d typically find in a retail facility.

By: Richard JanvrinPolymarket Partners With Genius Sports for Live Streaming and Official Data
Genius Sports will provide Polymarket with official sports data, live streaming rights, and integrity services for its U.S. platform.

By: Paul SkidmoreGambling Commission appoints Sarah Fox as policy and research lead
Sarah Fox will move from DCMS to oversee policy, research, statistics and National Lottery regulation at the Gambling Commission.

By: Paul SkidmoreFDJ United targets UK turnaround as tax pressures weigh on H1 revenue
FDJ United’s revenue declined during the first half of 2026, with higher gambling taxes and continuing difficulties in the UK affecting performance.