Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

IG Group to Acquire Underdog in $1.3 Billion Deal
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

IG Group to Acquire Underdog in $1.3 Billion Deal

The London-based fintech company will acquire Underdog in a deal designed to expand its U.S. prediction markets business.
LuckyStake Sweepstakes Casino Announces Shutdown
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

LuckyStake Sweepstakes Casino Announces Shutdown

LuckyStake has informed players it is closing its sweepstakes casino platform and outlined key redemption deadlines.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Illegal Online Casinos Face Nationwide Block in South Africa

Illegal online casinos targeting South African players could soon face a nationwide website block. The National Gambling Board is searching for a technology provider capable of identifying unlawful gambling sites, restricting access and tracking operators that return under new domains.
Could Massachusetts iLottery Slow Online Casino Legalization
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Could Massachusetts iLottery Slow Online Casino Legalization?

The launch of Massachusetts iLottery could make it more difficult for lawmakers to advance online casino legislation.
By: Paul Skidmore

Mr Vegas backs Reading FC growth plans with shirt sponsorship deal

Mr Vegas will appear on Reading FC’s men’s first-team shirts during the 2026/27 season as part of a wider fan engagement partnership.
By: Paul Skidmore

Flutter to end London listing as gambling group shifts focus to New York

Flutter Entertainment will leave the London Stock Exchange in August, ending a listed history in the UK stretching back more than 25 years.
GTA Online Casino Blocked in Australia
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

GTA Online Diamond Casino Games Suddenly Blocked in Australia

Diamond Casino allowed users to play blackjack, slot machines, poker, and roulette. It also had an Inside Track horse racing mode and a free-to-spin lucky wheel.
By: Paul Skidmore

Simon Cox appointed new chair of British Horseracing Authority

Racehorse owner-breeder and former Molson Coors executive Simon Cox will become chair of the British Horseracing Authority in October.
By: Paul Skidmore

Italy Shuts Illegal Betting Centres As UK Targets Gambling Dens

Two illegal betting centres have been closed in Sicily, with terminals seized and administrative fines exceeding €20,000 issued.
By: Paul Skidmore

Eight Arrested As Doncaster Authorities Raid Illegal Gambling Dens

Two unlicensed gambling venues in Doncaster city centre have been raided, with eight arrests made and almost £9,000 seized.