iGaming News — Weekly Round-up

GR8_TECH is adding prediction markets to GREAT_TURNKEY and GREAT_CRYPTO TURNKEY solutions, giving operators a new way to acquire high-value and crypto players and a monthly GGR growth from 5%.

The figures highlight the sector’s growing fiscal contribution, but also the challenge facing regulators: ensuring enforcement and player protection keep pace with an increasingly accessible market.

The sequel combines the Cashingo™ grid with Hot Mode™, a Wheel Bonus and a Free Spins feature offering a fixed 500x multiplier.

Former interim UFC champion Colby Covington has renewed his partnership with BC Game, with plans for digital campaigns, fan activations and sports entertainment content targeting international audiences.

Paf has joined Finland’s gaming industry association as operators prepare for the country’s regulated online gambling market to open on 1 July 2027.

The Chain joins four other titles on the shortlist for the £25,000 prize, which recognises outstanding sports writing and will be awarded on 24 November.

Malta’s latest budget increases fees and removes certain benefits for non-EU workers, potentially raising recruitment costs for iGaming businesses operating from the island.

Namibia is progressing proposed gambling regulatory changes following regional consultations, but staffing shortages at the Gambling Board of Namibia could complicate implementation and enforcement.

After its win at Sports Betting East Africa+ in Nairobi, the Barcelona-based iGaming technology provider takes the same title in Dakar, recognition built on years of working alongside African operators.

As part of the sponsorship, PG Soft’s branding will welcome delegates from the moment they arrive. The company will have a prominent presence across registration counters 4, 5 and 6, one of the busiest areas of the venue

SiGMA World 2026 will return to Rome from 2–5 November, bringing together figures from international sport, technology, investment and entertainment alongside the gaming industry’s business community.

N1 Partners will welcome former Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon to its SiGMA World 2026 booth in Rome, alongside art collaborations with Koketit and Yoomoota as part of its N1 Duality concept.

Jonas Diego, chairperson of SPiCE International 2026, discusses market access, regulation and localisation ahead of the event’s third edition in Cebu on 12–13 November.

IGE, GN Media and WorldGaming will launch Casa Italia at ICE Barcelona 2027, creating a platform for Italy’s regulated gaming industry to connect with international businesses, institutions and regulators.

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) recorded total revenue of PHP64.41 billion, approximately US$1.01 billion, for the nine months to September 2026, down 23.4% year-on-year.

Evoplay has released Panda’s Coins, a new slot built around coin collection, accumulating multipliers and a Bonus Game featuring four jackpots, including a Grand prize of up to 5,000x the bet.

GR8_TECH is integrating prediction markets into its GREAT_TURNKEY and GREAT_CRYPTO solutions, offering operators an additional acquisition channel and forecasting monthly gross gaming revenue growth of at least 5%.

Prime Casino data shows sessions for Evolution’s Ice Fishing increased by 615% between August 2025 and May 2026, with the live casino title maintaining high activity into September.

The Illinois Lottery has introduced CASH POP, a high-frequency draw game in which players can win cash prizes by matching a single selected number.

Kendoo’s latest slot combines a classic 3x3 fruit-themed layout with a bonus round featuring Sticky, Multiplier, Boost and Collect mechanics, alongside four jackpots.

Evoplay’s Winter edition of Season of Legends will run from December 2026 to February 2027, combining a €1m prize pool with seasonal promotions and recurring rewards for casino operators.

Spin Joy Games has released Dead Thirsty, a 5x4 video slot featuring cascading wins, multiplier Wilds, a symbol-conversion feature and a Trick or Treat bonus with prizes of up to 10x the bet.

New slot introduces lion ringmaster mascot alongside expanding Wilds, stacking multipliers and Sticky Wilds

Kong Even More Money, a new Kong title built around the character himself growing in size, from a 2x2 Collect symbol to a 5x5 Collect over the course of the bonus round.

The partnership will focus on preventing gambling-related harm, improving access to support and strengthening responsible gambling education, with initial discussions centred on FEJAR’s online therapy services.

Rhinoplay’s development began in 2025 with the creation of its first game prototypes.

Boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk will meet selected GR8_TECH partners at an invitation-only event in Rome, as the technology provider prepares to showcase its products at SiGMA World 2026.

GAMOMAT will launch Burn the Sevens online on 29 October, introducing the land-based title as the first release in its new Tower Games series.

Cubeia has added Twister to its Originals catalogue, offering casino operators a customisable arcade game delivered as a native Web Component for direct platform integration.

Honoré Gaming has partnered with ThrillTech to bring its player-funded ThrillPots™ jackpot solution to operators across Africa and Latin America through a single platform integration.

BetGames has expanded its high-volatility slot portfolio with Reel Fin Fury, combining its Hold and Win feature with progressive free spins and cash collection mechanics.

BetFury is celebrating its seventh anniversary with Birthday 007, a spy-themed campaign featuring tournaments, player missions, daily bonuses and a guaranteed $2m prize pool.

B2Tech has launched Splash Tech’s real-money jackpot engine across several operator brands, combining the technology with RubyPlay content following RubyPlay’s acquisition of Splash Tech.

Dom Aldworth, head of brand marketing at Kinetic Digital, explores why responsible gambling tools must be accessible and easy to understand, and how Genting Casino Online’s new Safer Play Hub supports this approach.

Backseat Gaming has introduced a new slot series inspired by cultural moments and online trends, with Hold the Phone leading the line and offering operators new opportunities for timely campaigns.

Alberta’s first iGaming market performance report suggests players are moving towards regulated platforms, with the province’s market expanding to 24 operators by the end of September.

A player has won more than $1m on Quantum Crown MegaJackpots, as Borgata Online reports a 28% increase in average daily active players following its July 2026 relaunch.

Inspired by classic horror tales, Brother CrossBolt follows a hunter who carries a mysterious medallion. When he is pushed to the edge, it unleashes the werewolf within, and he steps out into the fog to track down the im

Hannah Whyte joins DAZN to oversee customer engagement and retention strategies across its American sports portfolio, including NFL coverage.

From difficult people decisions and the pressures of expansion to the distinction between speed and progress, this conversation offers a candid perspective on building a business.

The appointment reflects Digitain’s plans to build its business in Italy, drawing on its international technology portfolio and local market expertise.

In the second part of our roundtable, we explore whether the industry has lost sight of everyday player preferences, how accurately volatility ratings communicate the real gaming experience, and where studios believe the

By Niclas Åström CPO & Founder at Vindral

The Malta-based iGaming supplier has created a new senior sales leadership position as it looks to strengthen operator partnerships and accelerate commercial growth.

Ako sets out priorities for player trust, international growth and a closer connection between leadership and the BC Game community.

Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour argues that prediction markets operate differently from sportsbooks as regulators challenge federal oversight of sports event contracts.

Christoph Härtel joins Abigail Welch, Founder and Editor of iGaming News, for this exclusive interview at SBC Lisbon 2026.

Alberta’s regulated iGaming market recorded CA$122.1m in non-adjusted gross gaming revenue during its first three months, with monthly revenue increasing between July and September.

As Italian responsible-gambling portal GiocoResponsabile reported, the order was signed by ADM official Luca Turchi and updates the list published on 23 September 2026.

Finland’s National Police Board has confirmed that 12 gambling licences have been granted ahead of the country’s regulated online gambling market opening on 1 July 2027, with no applications rejected so far.

Wildz Group will use Altenar’s sportsbook technology to enter Finland’s regulated online gambling market, which is scheduled to open to licensed operators in July 2027.

The Finnish state-owned operator will introduce Gaming Corps' slot portfolio as it prepares for increased competition under the country's new licensing framework.

Casino operators will be permitted to verify customers through Vietnam's national digital identity app from November, with stricter gambling penalties following in December.

The operator behind PlayOJO has received regulatory approval to enter Finland's newly liberalised online gambling market when it opens next year.

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court will hear arguments from gambling operators, government authorities and football clubs as the legal challenge to President Lula's betting ban continues.