Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: Ontario sports betting revenue increased by 27% month-over-month in September, according to iGaming Ontario Total wagering volume reached CA$9.71 billion ($6.94 billion), while non-adjusted gross gaming revenue climbed 5% to $416.3 million ($297.7 million) Active player accounts hit a record high of 1.413 million, marking a 17% increase month-over-month Football Season Kickoff Energizes Wagering Activity The onset of the football season spurred a significant increase in sports betting across Ontario in September. Sportsbook cash wagers rose by 27% from the prior month to $1.074 billion ($768 million), boosting…

Key Moments Nebraska voters rejected proposals to legalize statewide online sports betting. Supporters raised nearly $22m by October to try and secure voter approval for two ballot initiatives. Online sportsbook revenue would have faced a 20% tax rate, with around 70% directed to property tax relief. Online Expansion Thwarted at the Ballot Box Efforts to introduce online sports betting across Nebraska have stalled after voters declined to approve the necessary ballot measures during the midterms. As a result, the state’s legal sports wagering remains confined to in-person betting at racetrack…

Key Moments: Ian Zerefa from Casino.org noted that players increasingly expect near-instant payouts reflecting modern online experiences. Cryptocurrencies, PayPal, and Play+ have emerged as standout options for speedy and convenient online casino withdrawals. The most common delays in casino payouts relate to verification processes and mismatched account details, highlighting the need for improved transparency and upfront compliance. Changing Expectations for Online Casino Payments Over the decades, player attitudes toward online casino payments have evolved as society has embraced faster digital transactions. What used to be accepted waiting times for online…

Key Moments: World Pool has brought in more than £75 million for UK and Irish racecourses since its inception at Royal Ascot in 2019. Turnover for British and Irish fixtures reached a record HK$7.66 billion this season, marking a 30% year-on-year increase. Saffie Osborne secured the 2026 World Pool Jockeys’ Championship title with 186.30 points and 13 wins. World Pool Achieves New Revenue Milestones A busier calendar of racing events has resulted in World Pool achieving its most successful season to date in Britain and Ireland. Since its launch at…

Key Moments: S Gaming received a Swedish gambling software permit from Spelinspektionen on 2 November 2026. The studio now holds regulatory approval in Great Britain, Malta, and Sweden. New titles will debut for Swedish players in the upcoming weeks, with additional releases slated from January 2027. Regulatory Progress Unlocks Swedish Market Entry S Gaming has secured a gambling software permit from Sweden’s regulator, Spelinspektionen, which paves the way for distributing its slot portfolio to licensed operators across the country. This approval, received on 2 November 2026, enables the London-based studio…

Key Moments: Play’n GO has removed its titles from major aggregator platforms. Consequently, this move gives the company stricter control over game distribution. This decision aligns with Play’n GO’s ongoing strategy to avoid unlicensed and offshore gambling markets. For instance, the developer withdrew from the Asian market in September. Meanwhile, Play’n GO recently expanded into Alberta’s regulated market, partnered with Casino Barcelona in Spain, and joined Germany’s DOCV. Aggregator Distribution Ends Amid Black Market Concerns Play’n GO has taken a decisive step to reinforce its stance against offshore gambling. Specifically,…

Key Moments: PlayCity immediately revoked BGG TECHNOLOGIES UKRAINE LLC’s casino license after officials were denied access during a scheduled inspection. BGG TECHNOLOGIES UKRAINE LLC has faced multiple license-related actions from PlayCity throughout the year, including previous decisions affecting its slot machine licenses in May and August 2026. PlayCity has increased enforcement, recently fining SPORT SOHODNI LLC and Ukrainian influencer Bohdan Sheludyak for illegal gambling advertising. BGG TECHNOLOGIES License Revocation and Regulatory Compliance Ukraine’s gambling regulator, PlayCity, has stripped BGG TECHNOLOGIES UKRAINE LLC of its license to operate slot machine halls.…

Key Moments: Hackers extracted around $2.7 million from Polymarket user accounts on Thursday (Oct. 29) by exploiting compromised third-party software. Trading on Polymarket was halted for about one hour as the breach was investigated, with the operator pledging to reimburse affected users. Roughly 700 users were reportedly affected, with losses tracked in Polygon’s POL cryptocurrency by blockchain analytics firms. Exchange Compromised by Third-Party Software Breach A major security breach struck Polymarket on Thursday (Oct. 29), as attackers siphoned an estimated $2.7 million from hundreds of accounts. The unauthorized withdrawals stemmed…

Key Moments: Ontario launched a call for over CA$3bn in direct gaming investments for Niagara. New casino operators must commit at least CA$1.5bn and pay a CA$100m fee. Initially, officials will allow three new casino developments before planning further expansion. Ontario Launches First Phase of Massive Casino Development Plan The Ontario government and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) started their Niagara investment strategy. Specifically, this initial phase expands land-based casinos following an official call for investment on Oct. 28. Consequently, the initiative seeks over CA$3bn ($2.1bn) in direct…

Key Moments The National Police Board has announced 18 gambling licenses valid from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2032. As of October 29, 2026, there are 63 more applications pending review, totaling 81 applications. Processing each gambling license application is currently taking between six and eight months. March 1, 2026: Application process commenced. June 8, 2026: Report of 50 applications received by the NPB. September 22, 2026: NPB confirms 75 applications, with none yet approved. October 26, 2026: First 12 licenses granted from 79 applications. October 29, 2026: 18…