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PENN Entertainment Invests $20M in Alberta as Canadian Digital Markets Drive Path to Profitability
PENN Entertainment is doubling down on Canada with a $20 million Alberta investment, targeting the same sports betting and iCasino success it has achieved in Ontario, where it now operates its largest online betting market.
DraftKings Self-Certifies Nine Football Contracts, Parlays for Prediction Market Exchange
DraftKings' Railbird Exchange has self-certified nine football event contracts and multi-leg parlay wagers with the CFTC ahead of the 2026 NFL season, accelerating its vertical integration in prediction markets.
Casino.org Launches Luxury Cruise Sweepstakes to Test Sun Princess Gaming Space
Casino.org is offering an $8,000 prize package including casino credit to find a gambling enthusiast willing to review the gaming operations aboard Princess Cruises' new Sun Princess vessel.
DraftKings pivots to predictions markets as Kalshi, Polymarket reshape US wagering landscape
DraftKings reported mixed Q2 earnings but is doubling down on prediction markets ahead of NFL season, positioning itself against higher-valued rivals Kalshi and Polymarket in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.
Pragmatic Play Launches Color Game Bonanza with 3000x Prize Potential
Pragmatic Play has released Color Game Bonanza, a game show-style live casino title featuring color-matching dice rolls and a two-tier bonus structure designed to appeal to both novice and experienced players.
LeoVegas Expands Proprietary Tiger Sportsbook to UK Market Across Three Brands
LeoVegas launched its in-house Tiger sportsbook in the UK on Wednesday, rolling out the Tipico US-powered platform across BetMGM, LeoVegas, and BetUK following successful deployments in Denmark, Brazil, and Sweden.
Konami Gaming Unveils 50+ New Game Themes and SYNKROS Expansion for G2E 2026
Konami Gaming will showcase more than 50 new game themes across five hardware form factors at G2E 2026, including an industry-first 11-foot oversized cabinet and expanded igaming offerings.
22-Year-Old College Graduate Lucas Jumalon Wins 2026 WSOP Main Event
Lucas Jumalon, a recent college graduate from Spokane, Washington, has won the 2026 World Series of Poker Main Event at age 22, becoming one of the youngest champions in the tournament's storied history.
St8 Expands Pragmatic Play Content Access Across Ontario and Alberta
St8's aggregation platform now delivers Pragmatic Play's 600-plus game portfolio to licensed operators in Ontario and Alberta, following Alberta's recent launch of regulated iGaming.
Casino.net Launches Dynamic Review Platform with Live Rankings and Transparent Scoring
Casino.net has introduced an automated comparison platform that continuously updates casino rankings based on real-time performance data, player feedback, and expert analysis rather than manual updates.
BGaming and Bulletproof Games Launch Mystic Reels Slot with Cascade Mechanics
BGaming has released Mystic Reels, a new slot developed with Bulletproof Games that combines familiar classic gameplay with feature-driven progression through Cascade+ mechanics and a Free Spins Trail system.
Wynn Resorts Confirms September 2027 Opening for UAE Integrated Resort
Wynn Resorts announced a September 2027 opening date for its $5.1 billion Wynn Al Marjan Island resort in Ras Al Khaimah, providing investors with clarity on the project after geopolitical delays.
Delbet Rolls Out Major Platform Upgrade Emphasizing Blockchain Speed and Transparency
Delbet has released a substantial platform update featuring faster blockchain transactions, enhanced security infrastructure, and new responsible gaming tools designed to improve the crypto gaming experience.
Polymarket Seeks $20B Valuation as Prediction Markets Attract Institutional Capital
Prediction market operator Polymarket is reportedly raising capital at a $20 billion valuation, up from $15 billion in April, signaling sustained institutional investor appetite for the sector.
VICI and Caesars partner on potential Las Vegas NBA arena development
VICI Properties and Caesars Entertainment are collaborating on plans for a Las Vegas NBA arena, leveraging 40+ acres of Strip land owned by the REIT and operated by the casino operator.
Relax Gaming Launches Money Plane Arcade Game Within Money Train Universe
Relax Gaming has released Money Plane, an arcade-style title set in the Money Train franchise universe, featuring adjustable volatility and interactive power-up mechanics.
Hacksaw Gaming Launches Marlin Masters OG With 7,500x Max Win and Tiered Bonus Rounds
Hacksaw Gaming has released Marlin Masters OG, a fishing-themed slot with three distinct free spin modes and a maximum payout of 7,500x the bet across multiple RTP configurations.
Massachusetts Lottery Goes Online for First Time Since 1972 Launch
The Massachusetts Lottery launched its first-ever online platform on July 27, 2026, powered by Aristocrat Interactive, offering draw games and eInstant games through a dedicated app and website.
Hey Seven Secures Seed Funding to Scale AI-Powered Player Development
Hey Seven announced seed investment from Bettor Capital to expand its AI-native player development platform across land-based, online, and omnichannel gaming operators.
Greentube Launches in Alberta as Canadian iGaming Market Expands Beyond Ontario
NOVOMATIC's digital gaming division has entered Alberta's newly regulated iGaming market, marking the second Canadian province to break from monopoly-based gambling models.
DraftKings Launches Proprietary Prediction Market Exchange DKeX Amid Surging Volume
DraftKings rolled out its internal prediction markets exchange, DKeX, capturing $3.4 billion in annualized customer volume in its debut week as the operator integrates the platform into its Super App.
Alberta iGaming Market Poised for July 13 Launch with 46 Operators Registered
Alberta's regulated online gaming market is set to go live July 13 with 46 operators registered and 50 brands total, down slightly from earlier projections but exceeding government expectations.