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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…

Key Moments: Ambassador Chris Farrugia described gaming as an essential part of the EU’s digital economy, supporting diverse high-value roles and services. The need to simplify rules without stifling innovation or legal certainty has been reinforced by recent EU policy discussions and new legislative measures. Current EU laws like the Digital Services Act impact online gaming, but there is no unified EU-level regulatory framework for the sector so far. Gaming’s Role in the EU Digital Economy During an interview with SiGMA TV, Ambassador Chris Farrugia, Deputy Permanent Representative of Malta…

Key Moments: Wicked Games has launched its entire online slot portfolio on Gamdom for the first time. The flagship game Transformers recorded over 1,000,000 rounds and 10,000+ unique players within its initial three days on the platform. Signature releases and King of the Hill tournaments are supporting the debut, along with ongoing community promotions. Debut Partnership Launches Wicked Games’ Online Slots Wicked Games, a studio recognized for its creative approach in the gaming industry, has entered into a collaboration with Gamdom, a prominent operator, to introduce its complete suite of…

Key Moments: Caesars reduced its NFL Overround margins to just over 5.0%, the sharpest cut among major operators, resulting in increased Shading Time to 21.5%. Fanatics secured second place behind DraftKings for Uptime, while Hard Rock steadily closed the performance gap in both NFL and NCAA markets. BetRivers increased its NFL Overround to 7.9% in 2025, contrasting the industry movement toward tighter margins, and expanded its NCAA Overround to 8.2% despite a 17% Uptime improvement. NFL Trading Sees Divergent Strategies Recent research from Bettormetrics highlights that leading sportsbooks continue to…

Key Moments: Mobile gambling sessions have become shorter and more frequent, typically lasting 3–5 minutes due to 24/7 mobile access and improved connectivity. Biometric payment verification boosted user spending by 10% to over 25% on several platforms after implementation. Responsible gambling measures, including AI-driven player monitoring, have become a focus for both operators and regulatory bodies. Shifting Player Expectations The digital transformation has significantly impacted the way individuals approach online gambling. Players increasingly prioritize fast withdrawal options, seeking platforms that process payouts within minutes. The modern gambler also expects a…