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Key Moments: Veikkaus reported €466.4 million in revenue for the first half of 2025, representing a 3.6% decrease year-on-year. Fennica Gaming, Veikkaus’ subsidiary, nearly tripled its revenue compared to the same period in 2024, expanding into Ontario, Greece, and the United Arab Emirates. The Finnish government will accept license applications from private gambling operators starting January 2026, with licenses effective from 2027. Finnish Gambling Market to Open Up Veikkaus, Finland’s state-owned gambling operator, has for years maintained an exclusive position in the country’s gaming sector. However, by 2027, this monopoly…

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Key Moments: Endorphina has unveiled Klikz, a new brand exclusively for crash and instant games. Klikz’s initial titles include AceX, DiceX, and Tower of Squeaks, each featuring unique mechanics and mobile optimization. The company intends for Klikz to attract a distinct audience and enhance its global footprint in the iGaming sector. Expansion Into Crash and Instant Games Endorphina, known for its innovative slot games and player-centric development, is moving into a new segment of the iGaming industry with the announcement of Klikz. This new brand is focused solely on crash…

Key Moments: The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) and Racing.com have agreed to continue broadcasting Hong Kong races in Australia until the end of the current season under newly amended, confidential terms. Disputes arose after Racing.com promoted fixed odds betting through CrownBet, conflicting with HKJC’s parimutuel betting system. Racing Victoria’s chairman David Moodie mediated the talks, enabling the continuation of broadcasts for the remaining nine meetings of the season. Broadcasting Agreement Reinstated Following extended negotiations, the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) and Racing.com have reached a temporary understanding to maintain…

Key Moments: Travellers International Hotel Group Inc. has announced a $700 million investment in two new casino resorts located in Mactan, Cebu and Boracay. The company is also working toward completing its $1.25 billion Westside Integrated Resort in Manila’s Entertainment City, with an expected opening in the third quarter of 2026. Alliance Global Group Inc. plans to expand its hotel capacity to 10,000 rooms by 2025, targeting 12,000 rooms by 2028. Expansion into Mactan and Boracay Markets Travellers International Hotel Group Inc., the gaming division of Alliance Global Group Inc.…

Key Moments: A legal specialist indicated that only Congress, the Supreme Court, or coordinated state rulings could clarify the future of prediction markets. Industry uncertainty has favored prediction market operator Kalshi as regulatory outcomes remain unsettled. Active litigation has posed challenges for Kalshi in both California and Massachusetts, with key court hearings scheduled. Calls for Definite Regulatory Guidance Legal ambiguity continues to surround prediction markets in the United States, and participants are seeking firm guidance from either federal institutions or state authorities. During a call with Jefferies analysts, sports betting…

Key Moments: A nationwide Gambling Regulatory Authority has been established to oversee all gambling activities in Sri Lanka. Certified on 3 September 2025, the Act unifies all prior gambling laws into a single framework. Entry fees for Sri Lankan residents at casinos doubled to $100, and taxes on gross gambling revenues increased from 15 percent to 18 percent. New Regulatory Framework Now, a single authority oversees all gaming and gambling in Sri Lanka. This step follows the Gambling Regulatory Authority Act’s enactment and shows the government’s push to streamline and…

Key Moments: GAT Events has confirmed its 2026 agenda with five key Latin American markets on the schedule. Organizers cited the 2025 GAT Expo CDMX as exceeding expectations, reinforcing Mexico’s strategic importance in gaming investment. The upcoming events in 2026 are set to take place in Cartagena, Mexico City, São Paulo, Bogotá, San Juan, and Santo Domingo. LATAM Expansion Strategy Announced Organizers of GAT Events have reported a highly successful outcome from the latest GAT Expo CDMX. With an agenda for 2026 already in place, the company is preparing to…

Key Moments: The iGaming industry is projected to approach $195B in market size by 2031 with user counts nearing 300 million. Nearly half of iGaming operators supported at least one cryptocurrency by 2024, reflecting a significant increase in digital payment adoption over the past five years. New regulatory measures across Europe, the US, Brazil, and Asia-Pacific are reshaping operator strategies, impacting payments, advertising, compliance, and market entry costs. Mobile Technology Transforms iGaming Behavior Routine activities such as placing quick wagers from a phone throughout the day have become commonplace, marking…

Key Moments: The Slovenian gambling sector operates under a regulated framework established by the 1995 Gaming Act. The Ministry of Finance and Gaming Inspection Office supervise all gambling activities, including licensing and compliance. Slovenia offers both land-based and online gambling, with measures in place to promote responsible gambling. Overview of Slovenia’s Gambling Framework Located at the heart of Europe, Slovenia is bordered by Italy, Austria, Hungary, and Croatia. Known for its natural and cultural appeal, the nation has also developed a regulated gambling environment in recent years. This environment is…