Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: Grand Korea Leisure Co Ltd has created an AI innovation team to support digital transformation in its casino and customer service operations The company reported a second-quarter net profit of nearly KRW 16.96 billion (approximately US$12.1 million), representing a 49.7 percent increase year-over-year and a 5.3 percent rise quarter-over-quarter In April 2025, Grand Korea Leisure started partnering with Hyundai Robotics to deploy AI-driven autonomous robots at its Seven Luck casinos AI Integration Takes Center Stage Grand Korea Leisure Co Ltd, the largest operator of casinos catering exclusively to…

Key Moments: Dreams has agreed to sell four of its Peruvian casinos to Grupo Cirsa for approximately USD 18 million. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval from relevant competition authorities in Peru. Post-sale, Dreams will retain only two casinos in Peru, significantly reducing its presence in the country. Transaction Overview and Key Properties Dreams, a major gaming industry operator in Latin America, has entered into an agreement to divest four of its six casino properties in Peru to Grupo Cirsa, a prominent player in the global gaming sector, with…

Key Moments Bet-at-home reported gross betting and gaming revenue of €25.3m ($27.5m) for the first half of 2025, showing almost no change from the previous year. Profitability improved, with EBITDA before special items increasing to €3m and net profit nearly tripling to €1.8m, driven by reduced marketing expenses. The company maintained full-year guidance for gross betting and gaming revenue between €46m and €54m despite ongoing regulatory uncertainty. First Half Results Highlight Revenue Stagnation but Higher Profit Bet-at-home reported that intensifying regulatory challenges in its primary European markets continued to weigh…

Key Moments: Community advisory committees rejected all three Manhattan casino proposals this week, with minimal support and limited deliberation. Two key members of the Coney Island advisory committee publicly announced their opposition to the Brooklyn casino project. MGM Empire City and Resorts World NYC remain favored contenders, with decisive advisory committee votes scheduled for today. Setbacks for New York City Casino Projects Recently, the casino licensing process in New York has witnessed significant developments. In particular, a series of community advisory committee (CAC) votes effectively eliminated all three Manhattan casino…

Key Moments: FIRST.com launched in November 2024, establishing itself as a new player in sports betting affiliate platforms. The platform prioritizes transparent sportsbook reviews, focusing on licensed and regulated betting sites. FIRST.com offers carefully evaluated bonus ranking systems and expert tips across a range of popular sports including football and Formula 1. FIRST.com’s Entry into Digital Sports Betting FIRST.com has entered the sports betting affiliate sector, aiming to help bettors navigate the rapidly growing world of online sports gambling. Recently launched in November 2024, the website distinguishes itself through a…

Key Moments: Gabon has implemented a government-approved gambling platform to modernize the gaming sector and boost economic impact The platform will be operated by e-Tech SAS in partnership with a Canadian firm, bringing unified regulation and enhanced oversight Authorities plan to leverage the new system to create jobs, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster responsible gambling practices Nationwide Initiative to Modernize Gambling Gabon is on track to introduce a centralized gambling platform that aims to modernize the industry, generate employment, and fully realize economic opportunities across the sector. The platform, established…

Key Moments: The Swedish government has received a proposal to replace the “direction criterion” with a “participation criterion” for determining illegal gambling. A new statutory presumption would require payment intermediaries to block transactions for unlicensed gambling unless proof exists of a participant’s activity from abroad. The proposed reforms could take effect on 1 January 2027, pending parliamentary approval. Major Shift in Legal Criteria for Gambling The Swedish government has received a proposal for a new gambling law eliminating the “direction criterion.” Currently, gambling is illegal only if services target the…

Key Moments: Bragg Gaming Group has entered into an agreement with BurraPay to integrate cryptocurrency payments into its player account management and content delivery platforms The partnership focuses on regulatory compliance, with particular attention to the US tribal gaming sector Bragg reported a recent cybersecurity incident was contained with no impact on data or operations Expanding Payment Solutions in Regulated Environments Bragg Gaming Group has finalized a collaboration with BurraPay. As a result, the deal paves the way for digital asset transactions within its player account management (PAM) and content…

Key Moments: South Park featured prediction market platforms such as Kalshi, Polymarket, and Myriad in a satirical episode Actual wagers reached over $13,000 on Polymarket for bets related to the episode Kalshi co-founder Tarek Mansour commented online about users betting on the parody episode Spotlight on Prediction Markets In its latest episode, titled “Conflict of Interest,” South Park directed its signature satire at prediction markets, bringing substantial attention to platforms including Kalshi, Polymarket, and Myriad. The show, traditionally known for lampooning trends in finance, placed event-driven trading at the heart…

Key Moments: SkillOnNet has announced a content partnership with RubyPlay to bring their slot games to select markets. RubyPlay’s titles are set to launch on SkillOnNet-powered sites in .com, .mx, and Spain, with further expansion planned. The games lineup at SkillOnNet currently includes more than 8000 titles from top providers. New Partnership Introduces RubyPlay Content to SkillOnNet Brands SkillOnNet, a globally recognized entertainment company, has revealed a new agreement with innovative developer RubyPlay. Under this partnership, RubyPlay’s collection of high-quality slot games will become available across several SkillOnNet platforms, including…