Philippine e-wallet restrictions trigger 49% decline in PAGCOR revenue | Yogonet International Summary The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) issued a directive on 14 August requiring e-wallets and digital payment providers to remove links or icons directing users to online gambling sites. PAGCOR says the move coincided with a sharp fall in revenue from online […]
Brazil to become world’s fifth-largest online betting market with $4.1B in 2025 revenue, reports BBC Summary Regulus Partners data obtained by BBC News Brasil projects Brazil will reach US$4.139 billion in online betting revenue in 2025, placing it fifth globally behind the US, UK, Italy and Russia. The country’s regulated market—formally overseen this year—has surged […]
Japan’s election of new prime minister Sanae Takaichi signals continuity on casino resort policy Summary Japan has elected Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister. Backed by a coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Japan Innovation Party (Ishin no Kai), her government shifts further right but remains short of a […]
Kalshi draws investor interest at a reported $10 billion valuation amid rapid growth Summary Kalshi, the US prediction-market platform founded in 2018, is reportedly fielding investor offers that could value it at about $10–$12 billion, according to Bloomberg sources. This follows a recent announcement of a $300m round valuing the company at $5bn, and earlier […]
College athletes and staff cleared to bet on professional sports under new NCAA rule Summary The NCAA has approved a rule change allowing college student-athletes and athletic department staff to place bets on professional sports. Division I endorsed the proposal on 8 October, with Divisions II and III approving it on 22 October. The rule […]
When Should Boards Fight Summary Boards increasingly settle with activists to avoid costly, distracting proxy fights, but settlements often underdeliver and can create long-term risks. Analysis of 634 settlements from 2010–2024 shows companies typically lagged the S&P 500 by nearly 10% in TSR over three years after settling, except when a sale occurred within three […]
SBC Summit Rio 2026 agenda to explore what’s next for Brazil a year into regulation Summary As Brazil cements its place among the world’s regulated gaming markets, SBC Summit Rio 2026 returns for its third edition at Riocentro (3–5 March). The conference brings together operators, suppliers, regulators and affiliates to focus on the next phase […]
We’re in the early stages of the IGT-Everi integration, but the synergy between the two companies is already visible Summary At G2E Las Vegas 2025 IGT presented its first major appearance since completing the Everi acquisition, showcasing rapid early integration between the two businesses. In an interview, Domenico Pastia, IGT’s Senior VP of Global Product, […]
Las Vegas Sands reports $3.33 billion in Q3 revenue driven by Marina Bay Sands and Macau recovery Summary Las Vegas Sands posted net revenue of $3.33 billion in Q3 2025, a 24.3% year-on-year rise from $2.68 billion. Operating income increased to $719 million (from $504 million) and net income climbed to $491 million (from $353 […]
NHL becomes first major U.S. league to partner with prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket | Yogonet International Summary The National Hockey League (NHL) has signed a multi-year licensing deal with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, marking the first time a major U.S. sports league has partnered with event-trading firms. The agreement gives the two […]
