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387 stories · latest Sunday, 30 August 2026
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Prediction Market ETF Filings Surge as SEC Delays Approvals
The SEC’s delay on prediction market ETF filings fuels a flood of proposals, raising liquidity, insider-trading and tax risks for crypto-savvy investors.
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Saturday, 29 August 2026
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Derek Stevens prediction markets: CEO slams ‘thieves’ while Circa expands downtown
Derek Stevens prediction markets comments landed on August 28, 2026, as the Circa resort on Fremont Street unveiled two additional floors.
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GTA 6 halo effect reshapes gaming, crypto and iGaming funding
The GTA 6 halo effect is already driving capital into gaming, crypto and iGaming, but the hype also raises speculative risk for investors and operators.
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Allwyn new UK Lottery CEO backs Phil Walker as the right leader amid MP criticism
Allwyn CEO Robert Chvátal defends Phil Walker as the right leader for the UK National Lottery, addressing MP concerns and regulatory pressure.
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Gambling Crypto Market Impact: EWC Paris Success, GTA 6 Reveal, and Live-Ops Shifts
The Paris Esports World Cup, GTA 6 launch and new live-ops models are reshaping the gambling crypto market for operators and regulators.
Friday, 28 August 2026
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Langley Street 23 slot Review: High-Volatility Conspiracy Theme
Langley Street 23 slot follows that formula, embedding flat-earth, reptilian and surveillance motifs into its symbol set.
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Brazilian Betting Tax Yield Reaches £1.2bn in 2026 Amidst Political Storm
The Brazilian betting tax yield has reached £1.2bn in 2026, with significant implications for the country's economy and betting industry.
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Online Gambling Divorce Surge: Betting as a Key Driver in US Breakups
Family lawyers warn that online gambling divorce cases are rising as betting apps enable hidden spending and rapid asset loss, creating new legal challenges.
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Limbic Entertainment post Bandai Namco: 7 Takeaways for Crypto-Savvy Gamblers
How Limbic's split from Bandai Namco and the surprise success of Corsair Cove reveal risk signals for crypto-backed gaming ventures.
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Slot development trends: RubyPlay and Koala Games Ditch Leprechauns for Voltage Blitz
The fact-checkable claim appears in the iGB report and is referenced throughout this analysis. Analysts should monitor the following indicators: 1.
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Sportradar Polymarket data integration expands crypto-gaming odds accuracy
The integration pushes granular metrics—possession percentages, shot locations, weather conditions—into on-chain order books, sharpening odds and liquidity.
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Allwyn Q2 growth Boosted by PrizePicks Raises Risk Flags
A single adverse ruling could cut off a critical revenue stream, forcing Allwyn to rely on reserves or reduce dividends.
Thursday, 27 August 2026
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DraftKings 5-Minute Crypto Markets Launch: Implications for Traders, Regulators, and Operators
The launch coincided with a significant increase in volume, with Kalshi reporting $4 billion in 15-minute Bitcoin volume for July.
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Panic tariff refunds expose hidden risk for indie game studios
Panic tariff refunds highlight how sudden policy shifts can cripple indie developers and ripple through crypto-linked gambling platforms.
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Belarus Considers Online Gambling Ads Ban: Impact on Operators and Users
The Belarus government is considering an online gambling ads ban, a move that could significantly impact the online gaming industry in the region.
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Solaire revival: Hawkins drives land and online turnaround
Greg Hawkins is betting the house on a two-pronged Solaire revival: tighten the brick-and-mortar operation at Solaire Entertainment City while flipping the…
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3-Dice Yahtzee Vegas: Golden Nugget Leads First Casino Rollout
Golden Nugget becomes the first Las Vegas casino to host 3-Dice Yahtzee, a house-banked dice table that blends classic gameplay with aggressive side bets.
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Xbox disc to digital conversion test raises ownership and resale concerns
Xbox disc to digital conversion lets insiders create revocable digital licences, a move that could reshape resale markets, preservation efforts, and crypto-styl
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Victor Strategies EVP Gene Johnson: Prediction Markets ‘Biggest Scam I’ve Ever Seen’
Gene Johnson of Victor Strategies warns that prediction markets are morphing into casino-style gambling, exposing users to regulatory, liquidity, and crypto ris
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Loom Games Rising Star award fuels mobile gaming cash flow and crypto betting
Loom Games CEO Kübra Gündoğan clinches the Loom Games Rising Star award, signaling fresh cash streams for mobile gaming and crypto betting integration.
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W4 Games Tencent Funding: $18M Boost for Godot Enterprise Expansion and Crypto Gaming
W4 Games lands $18M from Tencent, expanding its Godot enterprise push and threatening established engine monopolies in Asia with its open-source solution.
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GiG Software Q2 2026 results: Fallout and 888AFRICA Deal
An analysis of GiG Software Q2 2026 results, the 888AFRICA acquisition, and the risks and opportunities for the B2B iGaming provider.
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Kangwon Land Foreign Casino Strategy Targets Influx of Foreign Patrons
Kangwon Land foreign casino strategy aims to capture inbound tourism while testing South Korea's strict gambling rules, creating regulatory and financial risk.
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Pocket Gamer Awards 2026: What the Wins Mean for Mobile Gaming Monetisation
The hybrid-casual puzzler crossed the 10 million-player mark in under a year, prompting Scopely to snap up a majority stake at a valuation north of $1 billion.
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Testronic senior leadership expansion drives new QA power plays for gaming studios
Testronic senior leadership expansion adds Mike Guttman as VP of senior partnerships and places senior directors in Warsaw, Manila, and New Orleans.
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Michigan Lottery IWG Contract Extension Extends Through 2032, Raising Risk Flags
The Michigan Lottery IWG contract extension through 2032 deepens reliance on instant-win games, exposing revenue volatility and regulatory risk.
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Gaming PSA Gun Safety: Ad Council Launches In-Game ‘Agree to Agree’ Campaign
The Ad Council's gaming PSA gun safety campaign uses a playable ad in mobile games to spark firearm-storage conversations among parents.
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Schell Games layoffs signal wider industry bleed
Schell Games layoffs cut 14 jobs, underscoring a broader hemorrhage in game development and its ripple effects on crypto-linked gambling platforms.
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FanDuel VIP Incentives Exposed: How a Lawyer's Addiction Reveals Systemic Risk
Former attorney Chris Swett's gambling downfall uncovers how FanDuel VIP incentives and lax controls fuel addiction and legal exposure for operators.
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Viking Runecraft 1000: How Play’n GO’s New Slot Threatens Operator Margins
Play’n GO drops Viking Runecraft 1000 with 60,000x max win, very high volatility and multi-god mechanics that could reshape slot economics.