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Key Moments: Platipus Gaming secured a B2B license to supply gaming content in the United Kingdom. Licensing serves as a foundational pillar in Platipus Gaming’s growth and partnership strategy. The company prioritizes compliance and responsible gambling in all licensed jurisdictions. Emphasizing a Regulation-First Growth Approach Platipus Gaming has centered its expansion strategy around regulatory compliance, recognizing licensing as essential for sustainable growth in today’s iGaming sector. In this environment, licensing not only ensures legality, but also communicates operational reliability and a capacity for long-term collaboration with partners. Licensing: A Strategic…

Key Moments: Octoplay has entered the Brazilian gaming market for the first time through its collaboration with Superbet This move expands Octoplay’s footprint in Latin America, deploying its portfolio of games to Brazilian users Octoplay holds licenses in the UK, New Jersey, Michigan, Italy, Spain, Ontario, Sweden, the Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, Greece, Romania, Malta, and Slovakia Strategic Expansion into Latin America Octoplay has made its official debut in the Brazilian market via an extended partnership with Superbet, a major operator known for both sports betting and iGaming offerings. This development…

Key Moments: Stakelogic has teamed up with Luckia to make its slot games available in the Spanish market. Core slot titles from Stakelogic will be accessible to Luckia players through the Light and Wonder aggregation platform. Luckia, established in 1972, now operates a wide range of betting and gaming products with more than 2,500 employees. Strategic Entry into the Spanish Market Stakelogic, recognized for its premium online slot content, has secured a partnership with Luckia, a major gambling and entertainment operator in Spain. This move aims to elevate Stakelogic’s profile…

Key Moments: Bodog has rebranded as Ozoon and exited Manitoba’s grey market User accounts and balances are migrating to Ozoon.eu, licensed by the Tobique Gaming Commission Quebec reported CAD1.97 billion in illegal market losses, the highest among Canadian provinces Grey Market Realignment and Brand Evolution The long-disputed grey market operator Bodog has reintroduced itself as Ozoon, ending its presence in Manitoba. Player accounts and funds are now being shifted to Ozoon.eu, which operates under Rocketship Ventures with licensing from the Tobique Gaming Commission, a regulatory body linked to the Tobique…

Key Moments: Total online gambling revenue in Michigan reached $356.3 million in January 2026, up 7.6% year-over-year Gross iGaming receipts soared to $298.3 million, a 20.2% rise compared to January 2025 Gross online sports betting receipts dropped by 30.1%, settling at $58 million Strong Performance for Online Casinos As the new year kicked off, Michigan’s digital casino sector powered the state’s gambling industry. Online casino revenues climbed to $298.3 million in January 2026, marking a significant 20.2% increase over January 2025. Enthusiasm for digital slots and blackjack remained high, contributing…

Key Moments: Major US and UK gambling companies have experienced substantial share price declines in early 2026. Rapid growth in US prediction markets, along with upcoming regulatory shifts, is fueling investor concerns. The UK’s Remote Gaming Duty will rise from 21% to 40% starting April 1, 2026. Market Downturn Impacts Leading Gambling Firms Investor sentiment has shifted sharply against several high-profile gambling companies in early 2026. This change reflects the rapid growth of prediction markets across the United States. For instance, Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of Paddy Power and…

Key Moments: Pennsylvania’s January gaming revenue climbed to $590.6 million, marking an 11.6% increase year-over-year Sports betting revenue soared by 38.6%, even as the overall handle declined 10.4% from last year Total tax revenue generated reached $249.9 million, fueling state funding for education and local initiatives Strong Start to the Year for Pennsylvania Gaming Pennsylvania’s gambling sector kicked off the new year with a remarkable revenue boost, as reported by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). January’s total reached $590.6 million, reflecting an 11.6% increase compared to the same month…

Key Moments: Nearly 30 percent of surveyed Web3 gamers prioritized Pay-to-Win concerns ahead of token inflation or market instability More than half of respondents, or about 52 percent, stated that effort should determine reward within games The 2025 Blockchain Game Alliance report indicated blockchain gaming investment fell to $293 million, down from $4 billion in 2021 Player Priorities Revealed in New Survey A recent survey from 51 Games studio shows that Web3 gamers are more concerned with fairness in gameplay than with market volatility surrounding in-game tokens. Out of over…

Key Moments: Malta’s investments in sports infrastructure and international events have begun to impact sectors beyond athletics, including gaming and tourism SportMalta is focused on inclusivity and broad participation, leading to increased engagement and ongoing investment in facilities and programs Opportunities for convergence between sports, iGaming, betting, and entertainment are emerging through high-profile events and new partnerships Strategic Investments Influence Betting and Gaming Malta has established itself as a prominent center for iGaming and digital entertainment, and its latest strategic focus on the sports sector is expanding that influence. Significant…

Key Moments: Legislature reviewed HB 5038 to raise the minimum age for prediction-market users from 18 to 21 Bill proposes stricter age verification, location checks, and marketing restrictions on platforms State regulators ordered several major firms to cease unlicensed prediction-market operations Legislative Push for Higher Age and Stricter Marketing Connecticut lawmakers are considering a new proposal that would increase the minimum age for prediction-market platforms from 18 to 21. The measure, outlined in HB 5038 and discussed by the General Law Committee on February 18, aims to address rising concerns…