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World Cup 2026 Drives LatAm iGaming Growth, Non-Participants Outpace Qualifiers
Blask data shows Latin American iGaming demand rose 7.2% in June 2026, driven by the World Cup, with non-participant countries like Bolivia and Costa Rica posting the strongest growth, while Brazil and Colombia saw declines.
Tonybet Rolls Out €10 Free Bet Offer for All-Ireland Hurling Final Weekend
Tonybet is offering a €10 free bet on deposits of €20 or more during the All-Ireland Hurling Final weekend, with the promotion running from July 19 to July 22 and a five-times wagering requirement. The operator is leveraging the Limerick vs Galway final to drive engagement alongside its existing 100% welcome bonus for new customers.
Peru's Gambling Market Faces Oversaturation Despite Low Barriers and Taxes
Peru's regulated iGaming market is attracting close to 100 operators due to flexible licensing and low taxes, but oversaturation and low player value per user create profitability challenges for both local and international firms.
Kambi surpasses 100 million World Cup bets as AI-driven Bet Builder and player props reshape player behaviour
Kambi's Turnkey Sportsbook partners placed over 100 million bets during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, driven by a sharp rise in AI-powered Bet Builder and player props betting. Pre-match Bet Builder turnover tripled and live Bet Builder turnover increased tenfold compared to 2022.
iPredicta Debuts Centralised Comparison Hub for US Prediction Markets
iPredicta launches a US-focused prediction market comparison platform aggregating live prices from multiple exchanges, featuring AI-driven explanations, liquidity scoring, and price alerts, with founder Charlotte Nimmo citing the rapid growth of the sector from $15.8B to $63.5B in global trading volume over the past year.
Greentube enters Alberta as Canadian province opens regulated iGaming market
Greentube has launched its game portfolio in Alberta on the day the province opened its regulated iGaming market, expanding its North American presence after securing registration with the AGLC commission.
Playson Deepens African Presence Through Hollywoodbets Integration
Playson has partnered with Hollywoodbets to supply six Hold and Win slot titles via Light & Wonder's aggregation platform, continuing its African expansion after recent deals with Betika and KingMakers. The collaboration aims to strengthen both companies' positions in South Africa's regulated iGaming market.
DraftKings Sues Philadelphia to Halt Consumer Protection Investigation
DraftKings, joined by Crown PA Gaming and Golden Nugget Online Gaming, sued the City of Philadelphia in federal court to block a consumer protection investigation, arguing that state law preempts the municipal ordinance under which records were subpoenaed.
Arizona Cardinals Scouting Director Ryan Gold Banned Indefinitely for Breaching NFL Gambling Rules
The NFL suspended Arizona Cardinals scouting director Ryan Gold indefinitely for sharing confidential 2026 draft information and placing football bets, marking the league's first gambling penalty since 2023.
Meridianbet named official partner for UFC’s debut event in Serbia
Meridianbet will be the official partner for UFC Fight Night Serbia on 1 August, marking the UFC's first event in the country. The deal includes Octagon branding, exclusive sports betting sponsor status, and digital campaigns, while the operator celebrates its 25th anniversary in Serbia.
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort and Detroit Lions Strike Five-Year Deal
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort and the Detroit Lions have agreed to a five-year partnership that includes a new sports bar at Ford Field and presenting sponsorship of the Lions' mobile app. Separately, Michigan regulators approved DraftKings to launch its online poker platform in multiple states.
Svenska Spel Achieves Best-Ever Q2 as World Cup Drives Sports Betting Surge
Svenska Spel reported record Q2 2026 net gaming revenue of SEK1.96bn, driven by a 135% surge in sports betting during the World Cup, with lottery and online segments also showing strong growth. Operating profit rose 13% to SEK617m as the operator maintained its focus on sustainable growth and customer engagement.