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Swedish gaming studio FunRock, a subsidiary of Fragbite Group, has secured a new B2B development contract valued at approximately €120,000 (around SEK 1.3 million), alongside a long-term revenue-sharing agreement tied to player engagement performance. The project will see FunRock develop a custom game based on its Capital War engine, designed for both PC and mobile platforms. Rather than functioning as a traditional gambling product, the game will sit alongside an operator’s core iGaming offering as an engagement layer intended to increase player retention and repeat play. A Hybrid Revenue Model Under the agreement, FunRock will receive a fixed development fee…

In the fast-moving world of iGaming, it’s easy to assume that success comes down to high-octane marketing, cutting-edge games or instant traffic. But according to analysis from iGaming platform provider Uplatform, the foundations of long-term growth are much deeper — rooted in team structure, operational discipline and cross-functional alignment from day one. As the industry continues to evolve with new markets and shifting regulations, Uplatform’s insight suggests that how a project is built behind the scenes often matters even more than how it looks on the surface. Projects with strong operational foundations don’t just survive initial launch phases — they…

in a financial update that underscores the changing dynamics of the global wagering industry, PointsBet Holdings has reported modest revenue growth in the first half of its 2026 fiscal year, buoyed by double-digit expansion in its Canadian iGaming business even as sports wagering revenue softened. Revenue Up, but Profitability Remains Elusive For the six months to 31 December 2025, PointsBet posted AU$139.9 million (US$99.6 million) in net win revenue, representing a 4 per cent increase year-on-year. However, this headline growth masks a mixed performance across product lines and regions: The contrasting performance highlights the growing importance of online casino verticals…

The prevalence of microtransactions — small in-game or in-platform purchases users make to unlock content or enhance gameplay — continues to grow rapidly in both video gaming and iGaming sectors. What began as occasional optional features in a handful of titles has now become a mainstream monetisation model shaping design, player engagement and revenue strategies across the industry. This shift reflects broader changes in how players interact with digital entertainment and how developers and operators balance revenue generation with player experience. What’s Driving the Increase in Microtransactions Several factors have contributed to the expansion of microtransaction models across entertainment ecosystems:…

Michigan’s regulated online gaming market generated a combined gross revenue of approximately $356.3 million in January 2026 from internet gaming (iGaming) and online sports betting, continuing its position as one of the United States’ most lucrative digital wagering jurisdictions. While this figure represents an 8 % increase from the same period last year, it also reflects some month-to-month volatility influenced by seasonal betting patterns and market dynamics. January Revenue Breakdown According to the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), the $356.3 million of gross receipts in January comprised: When looking at adjusted gross receipts (AGR) — a key industry metric that…

Software provider Digicode has launched DigerCompanion — a new artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to automate and enhance critical player-facing and compliance operations for regulated iGaming operators. The solution promises to cut costs, improve accuracy and streamline both customer support and responsible gaming functions across digital casino and sportsbook ecosystems. AI at the Heart of iGaming Operations DigerCompanion is an AI assistant platform tailored for today’s highly regulated online gaming environments. Built to address recurring challenges in customer service and compliance, the system automates routine interactions — freeing up human agents to focus on complex or higher-value tasks while reducing operational…

Caesars Entertainment has taken a major step in its digital gaming strategy with the launch of Ca$hline, the first original online slot game developed by its in-house studio Empire Creative™, going live on Caesars’ online casino platforms in New Jersey. This launch marks a significant milestone as Caesars broadens its proprietary content offering and deepens its foothold in the competitive digital casino landscape. Empire Creative’s Debut Online Slot: Ca$hline Ca$hline — a three-reel “stepper” slot — is now available exclusively to players across Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino in New Jersey. The game…

The European Union is examining a bold idea: introducing a Europe-wide iGaming tax on online gambling profits. Although still at the proposal stage, the concept has gained traction in Brussels and marks a potential turning point in how digital gambling is taxed and regulated across the bloc. The Proposal at a Glance What’s being suggested?European political leaders, including Members of the European Parliament, are exploring a levy on the profits of online betting and gaming operators. Revenues from this tax would feed directly into the EU budget rather than national treasuries, with priorities such as education, youth skills, and social…

In a significant development for the global iGaming industry, EveryMatrix — the modular platform provider behind some of the world’s largest online gambling brands — has secured a software supplier licence from the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board in South Africa. This approval authorises the company to distribute its full suite of casino, sports betting, payments, player account management and affiliate management technology across one of Africa’s most anticipated regulated markets. The move marks an important strategic milestone in EveryMatrix’s expansion into Sub-Saharan Africa, where operators and players have long awaited scalable and compliant technology solutions backed by regulated…

In today’s iGaming arms race, technology partnerships are no longer incremental upgrades — they are strategic positioning moves. That was made clear this week as DATA.BET confirmed an exclusive agreement to provide its full sportsbook solution to B2B platform provider Kanggiten. The deal will see DATA.BET become the official sports betting partner across brands powered by Kanggiten’s modular iGaming platform. At a time when operators are demanding faster deployment, stronger retention tools and deeper sportsbook functionality, this partnership is less about simple integration and more about competitive leverage. A Full-Spectrum Sportsbook Stack Under the agreement, Kanggiten operators gain access to…