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Washington D.C. is preparing to confront a reality that has long existed beneath the surface of its regulated betting landscape: a sprawling, largely unregulated iGaming market operating beyond the reach of oversight and taxation. A newly proposed bill aims to bring that activity into the open, establishing a licensed framework for online casino gaming while cracking down on illegal operators that have flourished in the absence of clear regulation. The proposal reflects a broader shift in regulatory thinking. Rather than attempting to eliminate illegal iGaming entirely, policymakers are increasingly recognising that demand already exists and is being met through unlicensed…
BetMGM Casino launches Elvis Presley: Viva Las Records, the first in a lineup of exclusive slots inspired by the legendary performer “Elvis Presley helped shape the entertainment industry in Las Vegas, a city whose DNA runs through everything we do at BetMGM,” said Oliver Bartlett, Senior Vice President of Gaming at BetMGM. “Bringing the King’s legacy to BetMGM through our partnership with Octoplay allows us to honor that history in a new way and capture the charisma of a larger-than-life legend. These slots are a celebration of an icon and reinforces BetMGM Casino a premier online casino and a true powerhouse of entertainment.” Octoplay secured the rights to develop and distribute Elvis-branded slot titles for BetMGM, leveraging the King’s iconic name, image and…
The next generation of iGaming leaders will not be defined by better games, bigger bonuses, or louder marketing, but by something far less visible and far more powerful: financial infrastructure. A structural shift is underway, as platforms that once focused purely on entertainment evolve into sophisticated financial ecosystems, orchestrating payments, liquidity, and data with the precision of a digital bank. This quiet transformation is reshaping the industry, and for operators paying attention, it represents both a necessity and a significant opportunity. At the core of this evolution lies a harsh economic reality. iGaming has long operated within the constraints of…
A quiet but meaningful shift is taking place in the US iGaming market, and it sits not in game design or regulation, but in something far more fundamental: how players pay. The launch of “Pay with Crypto” by Paysafe marks a turning point where cryptocurrency begins to move from speculative asset into everyday transactional infrastructure. Developed in partnership with MoonPay, the solution allows players to fund betting and fantasy sports accounts using cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, with those funds instantly converted into US dollars for gameplay. This is not just a new payment option. It is a structural evolution in how…
he evolution of iGaming has always been shaped by speed, access and convenience. Now, payments are becoming the next defining frontier. With the launch of its new “Pay with Crypto” solution, Paysafe is positioning itself at the centre of that shift, enabling US iGaming operators to accept cryptocurrency deposits in a regulated, user-friendly format. The model is deliberately simple. Players can fund their accounts using major cryptocurrencies or stablecoins by connecting their digital wallets, with transactions processed through infrastructure powered by MoonPay. Once verified, deposits are instantly converted into US dollars, allowing gameplay to continue within existing regulatory frameworks. What…
A New Era Begins For decades, Finland stood as one of Europe’s final strongholds of a fully state-controlled gambling model. That era is now drawing to a close. The government’s decision to dismantle the monopoly held by Veikkaus Oy marks one of the most significant regulatory shifts in the European iGaming landscape in recent years. Approved by parliament and now entering implementation, the reform replaces exclusivity with a structured, multi-licensing framework—opening the door to private operators for the first time in a generation. And the industry has responded immediately. Reports indicate that dozens of operators have already moved to secure…
For years, Brazil was positioned as iGaming’s most compelling untapped opportunity—a vast, digitally engaged population operating in a largely unregulated environment. It was a market defined by scale, energy and, above all, accessibility. That phase has now ended. Following the introduction of a formal regulatory framework in 2025, Brazil has begun a decisive transition. What was once a fragmented, grey-market ecosystem is evolving into a structured, compliance-led industry—one that prioritises stability over speed and sustainability over short-term gain. The shift is not cosmetic. It is foundational. Regulation as a Structural Filter The most immediate impact of regulation has been the…
Ontario’s regulated iGaming market continues to assert itself as one of the most dynamic in global gaming, even as February’s figures reveal a more nuanced picture beneath the headline growth. Total wagers reached CA$8.73 billion, representing a 23 percent increase year-on-year.On the surface, it is a strong signal of sustained expansion. Yet, compared with January’s record-breaking performance, the market cooled slightly, with total wagering down around 8 percent month-on-month. This dual narrative—annual growth paired with short-term contraction—captures a market transitioning from rapid acceleration into a more mature, cyclical rhythm. Revenue Reflects a Post-Peak Adjustment February’s non-adjusted gross gaming revenue (NAGGR)…
In iGaming, risk is no longer a back-office consideration. It is structural. As platforms scale globally and digital infrastructure becomes more complex, operators are no longer simply managing uptime and compliance. They are navigating an environment defined by cyber exposure, regulatory scrutiny, and the growing financial consequences of disruption. Against this backdrop, the partnership between New Dawn Risk and Continent 8 Technologies signals a shift in how the industry approaches resilience. Rather than treating cybersecurity and insurance as parallel functions, the collaboration brings them into a single, integrated framework, aligning operational protection with financial risk transfer in a way that…
Delaware may be one of the smallest U.S. states, but its latest gaming figures point to a much larger story unfolding across the market. In February, the state recorded a 32% year-on-year increase in combined sports betting and iGaming wagers, reaching approximately $334.5 million. It is a sharp rise—and one that reflects more than seasonal fluctuation. It highlights how digital wagering, even in mature or smaller jurisdictions, continues to scale at pace. A Market Quietly Accelerating Delaware’s growth is being driven by the continued integration of online sportsbooks and iGaming platforms, which now sit at the centre of the state’s…