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Flutter Replaces FanDuel CEO as US Sportsbook Pressure Builds
Flutter has handed Christian Genetski control of FanDuel after Amy Howe’s exit, while cutting 2026 guidance and investing further in prediction markets.
Rivalry Hit by Cease Trade Order After Missing 2025 Filings
Rivalry’s securities cannot trade in Canada until the company files its audited 2025 statements, MD&A, and CEO/CFO certificates.
Ontario Poker Hits Near-Record C$6.9M Ahead of Alberta Launch
Ontario’s regulated poker market posted its second-best month since launch in March, while Alberta prepares to open regulated online gaming on July 13.
Hollywoodbets UK Integrates Stakelogic Live Casino Tables
The rollout adds roulette and blackjack content from Stakelogic Live as suppliers compete for recurring UK operator placements.
Senate Targets Sports Betting Integrity as Match-Fixing Cases Mount
A U.S. Senate subcommittee will hold a May 20 hearing on sports betting integrity, with lawmakers examining current safeguards against match-fixing risks and the rise of prediction markets.
Spintec Expands French Casino Reach Through Bally France Deal
Bally France will distribute and support Spintec’s electronic table games through its existing operator network, giving the supplier a faster route into regulated casino markets across France and parts of Europe.
Michigan Expands Enforcement to Offshore Poker Networks
Michigan’s regulator now treats unlicensed poker sites alongside illegal casinos, showing that regulated liquidity has reduced offshore poker’s market argument.
Q1 Earnings Show iGaming Pulling Ahead of Sportsbooks
Q1 earnings from Caesars, RSI, Sportradar and Robinhood show iGaming growth outpacing sports betting, while prediction markets are becoming a more visible topic for sportsbook operators.
Greentube Acquires Kingsbet to Enter Czech B2C Market
NOVOMATIC’s digital arm takes full control of local operator, marking a shift from content supply to direct B2C market ownership in a regulated European market.
MGA Pushes Operators to Review EU AML Consultations
The Malta Gaming Authority has urged authorised persons to respond to two new AMLA consultations under Regulation (EU) 2024/1624.
Caesars Drops Credit Cards as US Payment Rules Tighten
Caesars has removed credit card deposits across its U.S. online gambling brands, following similar moves by DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and bet365.
Massachusetts Justices Scrutinise Kalshi’s Sports Betting Defence
Kalshi is arguing its sports event contracts are federally regulated swaps, while Massachusetts says they amount to unlicensed sports betting.
FantasySpin and FastDraft Merge to Reach 330M Users
FantasySpin and FastDraft will combine DFS and Best Ball products across 38 US states and Canada, targeting 330 million potential users.
Missouri Casino Tax Bill Adds 24% Tax on Sportsbooks
Missouri's HB 3533 would raise casino admission fees to $5.50, add a 1.5% remote wagering access fee, and impose new taxes on gambling and sports wagering receipts.
Italy Keeps Horse Racing Reform Tied to 2026 Budget
The Italian government confirmed the long-delayed horse racing reform bill remains attached to the 2026 budget package, keeping pressure on funding, governance, and race management changes across the sector.