Turbo Stars forecasts the next phase of iGaming growth through five defining 2026 trends Summary The iGaming sector is set for a decisive year in 2026, according to a Turbo Stars report. Rapid innovation, shifting regulation and stronger player expectations will force operators to rethink products and strategy. Turbo Stars identifies five core trends operators […]
Vancouver: Hastings Racecourse to close after 130 years of horse racing in B.C. Summary Hastings Racecourse, the last operating thoroughbred track in British Columbia, has closed immediately after more than 130 years. Great Canadian Entertainment announced the cessation of thoroughbred racing, citing economic uncertainty and the province’s decision to end slot machine revenue sharing that […]
Evoke weighs sale or breakup as rising gambling duties deepen financial strain Summary UK gambling group Evoke has launched a strategic review to consider selling parts of the business or breaking up the group after the UK Government announced steep increases in gambling duties. The company, which owns William Hill, the 888 online casino brand […]
Canada: B.C. creates new gambling regulator seven years after money-laundering warning Summary British Columbia has established a Gambling Control Office, led by a general manager with independent statutory authority, to tighten oversight of casinos and tackle money laundering seven years after Peter German’s landmark 2018 report. The office will have powers to set anti‑money‑laundering rules, […]
Gemini moves into prediction markets with new CFTC authorisation | Yogonet International Summary Gemini has received authorisation from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for its derivatives arm, Gemini Titan, to operate as a Designated Contract Market and list event contracts in the United States. The move ends a five-year review that began with a […]
Fantasy sports: the next growth frontier for iGaming operators Summary Fantasy sports have shifted from a hobby into a fast-growing digital entertainment vertical. The market reached an estimated $27.8 billion in 2025 and is projected to hit $56.4 billion by 2030, implying an average annual growth rate of about 15.2%. Unlike pure chance-based betting, fantasy […]
Macau casino margins poised for decade of expansion: Morningstar Summary Morningstar forecasts a meaningful expansion in Macau casino profitability over the next decade, with industry-adjusted EBITDA-to-GGR margins rising from 27.6% in 2024 to 33.7% by 2034. The firm expects adjusted EBITDA to grow at a 6.2% CAGR to 2034, outpacing GGR growth of 4.2% CAGR. […]
Avoid Holiday Chaos: Refill Prescriptions Early Summary As Christmas approaches, GP practices and pharmacies face closures, reduced hours and higher demand from winter illnesses, making repeat prescriptions prone to delays. This article from CEO Today explains why prescription problems spike in December and offers clear steps to avoid running out of essential medicines during the […]
Report: 95% of U.S. Manufacturers Plan New Automation by 2028 Summary New research from RobCo finds 95% of U.S. industrial businesses plan to deploy new automation by 2028. The survey of 400 business leaders across manufacturing, construction, engineering and healthcare links the surge in automation to reshoring, government incentives and acute labour shortages. Adoption ranges […]
Just a moment… Summary HR News alerts employers to double-check Christmas gifting rules so small seasonal gestures don’t trigger unexpected tax bills. The article highlights common pitfalls around gifts, vouchers and staff events and outlines the main HMRC exemptions employers should know about. Two frequently used exemptions are trivial benefits (individual benefits under £50 that […]
