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376 stories · latest Friday, 28 August 2026
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Allwyn Q2 growth Boosted by PrizePicks Raises Risk Flags
A single adverse ruling could cut off a critical revenue stream, forcing Allwyn to rely on reserves or reduce dividends.
The wire
Thursday, 27 August 2026
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DraftKings 5-Minute Crypto Markets Launch: Implications for Traders, Regulators, and Operators
The launch coincided with a significant increase in volume, with Kalshi reporting $4 billion in 15-minute Bitcoin volume for July.
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Panic tariff refunds expose hidden risk for indie game studios
Panic tariff refunds highlight how sudden policy shifts can cripple indie developers and ripple through crypto-linked gambling platforms.
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Belarus Considers Online Gambling Ads Ban: Impact on Operators and Users
The Belarus government is considering an online gambling ads ban, a move that could significantly impact the online gaming industry in the region.
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Solaire revival: Hawkins drives land and online turnaround
Greg Hawkins is betting the house on a two-pronged Solaire revival: tighten the brick-and-mortar operation at Solaire Entertainment City while flipping the…
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3-Dice Yahtzee Vegas: Golden Nugget Leads First Casino Rollout
Golden Nugget becomes the first Las Vegas casino to host 3-Dice Yahtzee, a house-banked dice table that blends classic gameplay with aggressive side bets.
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Xbox disc to digital conversion test raises ownership and resale concerns
Xbox disc to digital conversion lets insiders create revocable digital licences, a move that could reshape resale markets, preservation efforts, and crypto-styl
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Victor Strategies EVP Gene Johnson: Prediction Markets ‘Biggest Scam I’ve Ever Seen’
Gene Johnson of Victor Strategies warns that prediction markets are morphing into casino-style gambling, exposing users to regulatory, liquidity, and crypto ris
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Loom Games Rising Star award fuels mobile gaming cash flow and crypto betting
Loom Games CEO Kübra Gündoğan clinches the Loom Games Rising Star award, signaling fresh cash streams for mobile gaming and crypto betting integration.
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W4 Games Tencent Funding: $18M Boost for Godot Enterprise Expansion and Crypto Gaming
W4 Games lands $18M from Tencent, expanding its Godot enterprise push and threatening established engine monopolies in Asia with its open-source solution.
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GiG Software Q2 2026 results: Fallout and 888AFRICA Deal
An analysis of GiG Software Q2 2026 results, the 888AFRICA acquisition, and the risks and opportunities for the B2B iGaming provider.
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Kangwon Land Foreign Casino Strategy Targets Influx of Foreign Patrons
Kangwon Land foreign casino strategy aims to capture inbound tourism while testing South Korea's strict gambling rules, creating regulatory and financial risk.
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Pocket Gamer Awards 2026: What the Wins Mean for Mobile Gaming Monetisation
The hybrid-casual puzzler crossed the 10 million-player mark in under a year, prompting Scopely to snap up a majority stake at a valuation north of $1 billion.
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Testronic senior leadership expansion drives new QA power plays for gaming studios
Testronic senior leadership expansion adds Mike Guttman as VP of senior partnerships and places senior directors in Warsaw, Manila, and New Orleans.
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Michigan Lottery IWG Contract Extension Extends Through 2032, Raising Risk Flags
The Michigan Lottery IWG contract extension through 2032 deepens reliance on instant-win games, exposing revenue volatility and regulatory risk.
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Gaming PSA Gun Safety: Ad Council Launches In-Game ‘Agree to Agree’ Campaign
The Ad Council's gaming PSA gun safety campaign uses a playable ad in mobile games to spark firearm-storage conversations among parents.
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Schell Games layoffs signal wider industry bleed
Schell Games layoffs cut 14 jobs, underscoring a broader hemorrhage in game development and its ripple effects on crypto-linked gambling platforms.
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FanDuel VIP Incentives Exposed: How a Lawyer's Addiction Reveals Systemic Risk
Former attorney Chris Swett's gambling downfall uncovers how FanDuel VIP incentives and lax controls fuel addiction and legal exposure for operators.
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Viking Runecraft 1000: How Play’n GO’s New Slot Threatens Operator Margins
Play’n GO drops Viking Runecraft 1000 with 60,000x max win, very high volatility and multi-god mechanics that could reshape slot economics.
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bet365 Premier League campaign 2026/27: What It Means for iGaming and Crypto Stakeholders
bet365 Premier League campaign launches for the 2026/27 season, forcing iGaming operators and crypto betting platforms to reassess risk.
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Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 Signals Shift Toward Asian Dominance and Free‑Upgrade Gambits
The opening night set the tone with a parade of Asian IPs, a free‑upgrade announcement, and a warning about AI‑driven hardware cost inflation.
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Illegal gambling ads Scottish Border Council hack – impact on crypto gambling operators
The Scottish Border Council website was hijacked on August 24, 2026, allowing illegal gambling ads to appear on a public‑sector page.
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South Africa NGB Blocking Plan Advances as EOI Deadline Approaches
The South Africa NGB blocking plan pushes its EOI deadline to September 4, 2026, sparking ISP pushback and raising compliance risks for illegal online gambling.
Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Jetson Orin Nano 2 edge AI gambling: Nvidia’s entry-level robotics computer reshapes crypto betting
The gambling-crypto niche relies on latency-sensitive pipelines: a bettor places a wager, a smart contract validates it, and a payout occurs within seconds.
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Nigeria financial inclusion digital ID crypto push targets 95% inclusion
Nigeria's push for 95% financial inclusion through a digital ID system will reshape crypto operations, KYC compliance and liquidity risks.
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Account free AI payments: bsv.cx launches account–free micropayments for AI agents
bsv.cx introduces account free AI payments on BSV, a low–cost, verifiable rail that forces iGaming operators to rethink compliance, fraud risk.
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BTC Rockets on US Deregulation, Debt Hits $40T – What Gamblers Must Know
BTC rockets on US deregulation and a $40 trillion debt milestone are reshaping crypto betting. Learn the risks, opportunities.
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Roblox Creator Analytics: New Tools Reshape Indie Margins and Crypto Monetisation
Roblox creator analytics will be central to this new setup, enabling developers to better understand their audience and create more engaging experiences.
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CAA launches Frame1Games, a marketing platform for independent game developers
The core of Frame1Games is a multi-million-dollar investment pool paired with a twelve-month accelerator. Operators should first map the compliance landscape.
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Commodore Alien Breed collection marks a retro pivot for legacy brands
Commodore launches the Alien Breed collection, blending nostalgia with modern monetisation and exposing crypto-adjacent risks for investors.