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Kimberly Miranda Promoted to VP of Finance at Jamul Casino Resort
Jamul Casino Resort promoted Kimberly Miranda from Director of Finance to Vice President of Finance, leveraging her 25-plus years of experience in gaming and hospitality to oversee financial operations and strategic growth. Miranda, who joined the resort in September 2025, previously held senior finance roles at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel and Enchantment Resort.
Angola Opens 30-Day Licensing Window as New Gaming Law Takes Effect
Angola has opened a 30-working-day licensing window under its new Gaming Activity Law, allowing eligible operators to apply for provisional approval through a digital platform, with licences now valid for up to 10 years instead of one. The transition includes a public tender expected in Q4 2026, with fees and bank guarantees ranging from $7,000 to $400,000, as part of a broader regulatory overhaul that strengthens oversight, player protection, and anti-money laundering measures.
Five Tribes Push for Federal Action Against Prediction Markets, Citing Threats to Tribal Sovereignty
The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes has adopted a resolution urging federal action against online prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, arguing they undermine tribal sovereignty and operate as unregulated sports betting. The council warns that these platforms bypass the gaming compacts and regulatory systems that have governed tribal gaming for decades, while Oklahoma residents lose tax revenue and exclusivity payments to offshore operators.
Turkey Ramps Up Crackdown on Illegal Gambling, Blocking Over 84,000 Websites and Re-Arresting Fintech Founder
Turkey has blocked 84,585 illegal gambling websites across 70 countries and re-arrested fintech founder Ahmet Faruk Karslı, as authorities ramp up enforcement linked to organised crime and illicit payment networks.
Betsson CEO Pontus Lindwall on B2B recovery, Latin American momentum, and future M&A
Betsson AB CEO Pontus Lindwall discusses the Q2 2026 results, noting record revenue but a drop in profitability due to B2B challenges, while highlighting strong growth in Latin America and a positive outlook for M&A and customer acquisition from the FIFA World Cup.
Evolution Faces Q2 Revenue Slip Amid UK Fine and Ongoing Playtech Dispute
Evolution reported a 1.2% Q2 revenue decline and a £4.75m UK fine for allowing games on illegal sites, while facing a legal dispute with Playtech and mixed regional performance led by Europe and Latin America growth but Asia weakness.
How RedCore Turned a Fraud Analyst into a CEO: Inside Its Leadership-Building Culture
RedCore’s internal development system, built on corporate values and continuous learning, enabled Volodymyr Todurov to rise from anti-fraud analyst to CEO of Frogo and chief analytics officer—illustrating how delegation and management training can transform specialists into leaders.
Puerto Rico Casino Expansion Moves Forward with Three New Rooms and Aristocrat’s MONOPOLY Slot Launch
Puerto Rico will open three new casino rooms by 2028-2029, boosting the total to 24, while Aristocrat Gaming launches its MONOPOLY Big Board Bucks slot with a $1.5 million investment across 15 casinos.
MGA warns of rogue sites impersonating its licensees
The Malta Gaming Authority has flagged three domains impersonating licensed operators, and reports that 42 of 109 URLs reviewed in 2025 contained fraudulent references to the regulator or its licensees, as part of its ongoing efforts to protect players from unregulated platforms.
Evolution’s Q2 2026 results show steady growth in most regions as Galaxy deal likely falls through
Evolution reported Q2 2026 net revenue of €517.8m, down 1.2% year-on-year, with Europe returning to sequential growth but Asia declining. The company appears set to abandon its $85m acquisition of Galaxy Gaming as the closing period expires without a deal.
Virgin Bet South Africa GM Gail Odgers prioritises marketing to drive market share gains
Gail Odgers, newly appointed general manager for Virgin Bet in South Africa, outlined plans to leverage marketing and brand recognition to gain market share, while stressing product and retention as complementary pillars. She also advised against over-investing in short-term World Cup campaigns.
PlayCity Ukraine Head Novikov Steps Down, Regulator Moves Under Cabinet Oversight
Gennady Novikov has resigned as head of Ukraine's gambling regulator PlayCity, citing a strong foundation built. The regulator has been placed under direct Cabinet supervision, and Novikov highlighted key achievements including $44.8m in licensing revenue and the development of a national monitoring system.