Operator
Companies offering operator in the iGaming industry — 548 listed.
Groupe JOA
Lyon, France
Groupe JOA is France’s second-largest casino operator, running a network of 33 casinos that blend gaming with hospitality, dining, and leisure. Founded in 1948 as Moliflor, the group is headquartered in Lyon and employs approximately 2,050 people. Under CEO Laurent Lassiaz, who took the helm in 2007, JOA more than doubled its size and pioneered the “gambletainment” concept, transforming traditional casinos into lifestyle destinations with restaurants, bars, nightclubs, cinemas, and bowling. Its venues attract over 4.6 million customers annually and generated roughly €430 million in gross revenues in 2025. JOA has also embraced innovation, becoming the first French casino group to accept cryptocurrency payments via a partnership with Lyzi in December 2024. In July 2026, Banijay Gaming announced the acquisition of JOA from funds managed by Blackstone and Kings Park Capital, a deal expected to close in the second half of 2026, positioning the group for further international and digital expansion.

Sands China
Macau
Sands China Ltd. is the leading developer, owner, and operator of integrated resorts and casinos in Macau, and a majority-owned subsidiary of Las Vegas Sands Corporation. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Macau, the company operates the largest portfolio of integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip, including The Venetian Macao, The Plaza Macao, The Londoner Macao, The Parisian Macao, and the original Sands Macao. Its properties combine gaming areas, meeting and convention space, retail, dining, and entertainment under a single-resort model pioneered by Sheldon Adelson. Sands China also operates the Cotai Water Jet ferry service. The company is publicly traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and is a Hang Seng Index component. As of 2025, it has committed approximately US$4.5 billion to non-gaming attractions and MICE infrastructure under its Macau concession commitments, positioning itself as a cornerstone of Macau's tourism and leisure economy.

Brightstar Lottery
3rd Floor, 10 Finsbury Square, London, England, EC2A 1AF, United Kingdom
Brightstar Lottery PLC is a global pure-play lottery company that supplies technology, games, and managed services to government-licensed lotteries worldwide. Formed in June 2025 when International Game Technology PLC completed the sale of its Gaming & Digital business to Apollo Global Management and rebranded its remaining lottery operations, Brightstar combines the heritage of GTECH (founded in 1976 in Providence, Rhode Island) and Lottomatica (formed in 1990 in Rome), which merged in 2006 and later combined with IGT in 2015. The company employs approximately 6,000 people, with principal operating facilities in Providence, Las Vegas, and Rome, and its corporate headquarters in London. Brightstar provides end-to-end lottery solutions including central systems, retail terminals, digital and mobile platforms, instant ticket services, and draw-based games. It serves lotteries across North America, Europe, and other regulated markets, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker BRSL. Brightstar is licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority for Type 1 critical gaming supplies and prioritizes responsible gaming, having become the first lottery industry supplier to financially support the International Problem Gambling and Gaming in March 2026.
Oasis hotel and casino
897 West Mesquite Boulevard, Mesquite, Nevada, USA
Oasis was a hotel and casino in Mesquite, Nevada, that operated from 1976 until 2010. Originally a truck stop with minimal gambling, it was purchased by IGT founder William “Si” Redd and expanded into a full-scale resort. For decades, it was the only casino in Mesquite, featuring 900 rooms, 33,557 square feet of gaming space, two golf courses, and multiple dining options. The property changed names several times—Peppermill's Western Village, Peppermill Resort, Si Redd’s Oasis, and finally Oasis. After Redd sold to Randy Black Sr. in 2001, the resort declined amid competition and financial difficulties, closing its casino in 2010 and being demolished in 2013. Today the site is vacant.

Marathonbet
Curacao (legal domicile); operational offices may exist in the UK (Brighton area) but no official address is publicly confirmed.
Founded in 1997 in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Marathonbet has grown into a globally recognised online sports betting and casino operator. It was among the first bookmakers to launch an online service in 2002 and expanded its digital footprint with a mobile app for Android, iOS, and tablets in 2013. The company is privately held and operates under the legal entity Panbet Curacao N.V., holding licences in Alderney, Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Curacao. Marathonbet is best known for offering high odds and low margins across an extensive range of pre-match and live betting markets, serving over 1.5 million customers in more than 188 countries. Its sportsbook covers football, tennis, basketball, and many other sports, while its casino features slots, table games, and live dealer options from providers such as BGaming and MGA Games. The brand has invested heavily in football sponsorships, having partnered with Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Manchester City, as well as European giants such as Real Madrid, Sevilla, and Lazio. In April 2022 Marathonbet withdrew from the UK market citing 'European conflict concerns', but it continues to operate strongly in regulated markets across Europe and beyond. The company’s low-margin, high-volume business model and commitment to competitive pricing have earned it a loyal customer base and a distinctive position in the iGaming industry.
Silver Legacy Resort Casino
407 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501, United States
Silver Legacy Resort & Casino is a premier hotel and casino located in downtown Reno, Nevada, and stands as the city's tallest building. Opened in July 1995, it was developed as a joint venture between Don Carano of Eldorado Hotel Casino and Clyde Turner of Circus Circus Enterprises to attract visitors to Reno. The property features a Victorian mining theme, complete with a 120-foot mining rig and nightly laser light show. It offers 1,720 rooms and suites, 89,200 square feet of gaming space, diverse dining options including Ruth's Chris Steak House and Canter's Delicatessen, a full-service spa, a Topgolf Swing Suite, and year-round entertainment. The resort is interconnected with Circus Circus Reno and Eldorado Reno, forming a three-property complex known as THE ROW. After multiple ownership changes, Silver Legacy has been owned and operated by Caesars Entertainment since 2015. A $47 million renovation completed in 2021 updated guest rooms and suites. The property participates in the Caesars Rewards loyalty program and is also part of the Wyndham Hotels Trademark Collection, making it accessible to a broad range of travelers.
Eldorado Hotel and Casino Reno
345 North Virginia Street, Reno, Nevada 89501, U.S.
Opened on May 24, 1973, the Eldorado Resort Casino is a landmark hotel and casino in downtown Reno, Nevada, founded by Don Carano and a group of investors. Initially featuring 272 rooms and 200 slot machines, it has grown through multiple expansions into a sprawling complex with 815 guest rooms, an 81,000-square-foot casino floor, and over 1,000 slot machines as well as table games, a race and sportsbook, and a keno lounge. The property offers diverse dining including the award-winning Italian restaurant La Strada and the on-site microbrewery Brew Brothers, alongside a 580-seat showroom, full-service spa, seasonal outdoor pool, and convention center. In 2020, its parent company Eldorado Resorts merged with Caesars Entertainment, and the Eldorado now operates as part of the Caesars Rewards loyalty program under the name Eldorado Reno Resort & Casino, a Caesars Destination. It remains a central anchor of downtown Reno's connected casino network, linked via corridors to Circus Circus Reno and Silver Legacy Reno. A $24 million renovation plan was filed in 2025 to remodel guest rooms and corridors in the Virginia and Sierra Towers, underscoring ongoing investment in the property.
Fonbet
Moscow, Russia
Fonbet is Russia's largest and oldest sports betting company, founded in Moscow in 1994 by chess grandmaster Anatoly Machulsky. Originally a single land-based betting shop near Moscow's Ulitsa 1905 Goda metro station, it has grown into a network of over 1,000 retail offices across Russia and Kazakhstan, complemented by a comprehensive online platform. The company offers sports betting, live betting, esports wagering, and a full online casino, serving millions of users primarily in the post-Soviet region. Its Russian-domain site (fon.bet) operates under a Federal Tax Service licence, while an international site (fonbet.com) is licensed in Curaçao for markets where remote gambling is legal. Fonbet is a prominent sponsor of Russian and international sport, including the Russia national football team, the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), the IIHF World Championships, the VTB United League, and clubs such as AC Milan and Real Madrid in the CIS region. The company holds memberships in the European Sports Security Association (ESSA) and partners with FIFA’s Early Warning System and the Tennis Integrity Unit to combat match-fixing. As of 2024, Fonbet reported approximately 6,000 employees and annual revenue of ₽610 billion, solidifying its dominance in the Russian betting market.

Ohio Lottery
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
The Ohio Lottery Commission is a state-operated gaming enterprise created by a constitutional amendment approved by Ohio voters in 1973. It began selling tickets in August 1974 with the “Buckeye 300” scratch-off game, becoming the first state lottery in the Midwest. Operating under the Ohio Revised Code, the Commission is governed by a nine-member advisory board appointed by the Governor, and all net profits are statutorily dedicated to the Lottery Profits Education Fund, which supports K‑12 public education. Over its five-decade history, the Ohio Lottery has generated more than $34 billion for Ohio schools, including a record $1.447 billion in fiscal year 2025. The agency offers a comprehensive portfolio of draw games (Pick 3, Pick 4, Pick 5, Rolling Cash 5, Classic Lotto, KENO, Mega Millions, Powerball, Lucky for Life) and instant games (scratch-off tickets and EZPLAY digital instant-play games). It also provides a mobile app with ticket scanning, mobile cashing, and a loyalty program. The lottery is sold through a network of more than 10,000 licensed retailers, making it a key revenue source for the state while operating under strict regulatory oversight and a focus on responsible gaming.

Nebraska Lottery Division (Nebraska Department of Revenue)
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
The Nebraska Lottery Division is a government-operated lottery program within the Nebraska Department of Revenue, established by Legislative Bill 138 in February 1993. It began operations later that year as the 37th state lottery in the United States. The division administers all lottery games in the state, including scratch-ticket (instant) games and multi-state draw games such as Powerball and Mega Millions. It also oversees charitable gaming activities, which were merged with lottery functions in 2007. Since its inception, the Nebraska Lottery has generated over $1 billion in proceeds for state-designated beneficiaries, including education, environmental programs, and the Nebraska State Fair. The division operates through a network of licensed retailers and relies on International Game Technology (IGT) for its central gaming system. It is led by Director Brian Rockey, who reports to the state Tax Commissioner, and is headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Eldorado Resorts, Inc.
Reno, Nevada, USA
Eldorado Resorts, Inc. was an American hotel and casino entertainment company founded in 1996 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada. The company grew from the Eldorado Hotel, which opened in Reno in 1973 under the leadership of Don Carano and family investors. Through a series of strategic acquisitions, including a reverse merger with MTR Gaming Group in 2014, Eldorado expanded to become one of the largest regional casino operators in the United States. It acquired Isle of Capri Casinos in 2017, Tropicana Entertainment in 2018, and the Grand Victoria Casino in 2018. In June 2019, Eldorado announced a landmark $17.3 billion merger with Caesars Entertainment Corporation, which closed in July 2020. Upon completion, Eldorado adopted the name Caesars Entertainment, Inc., becoming the dominant force in U.S. gaming with over 55 resorts and approximately 50,000 employees. The company now operates under brands such as Caesars, Harrah’s, Horseshoe, and Tropicana, trading on NASDAQ under the symbol CZR.

Checkd Group
Manchester, England
Checkd Group is a privately held sports betting media and technology services company founded in 2012 in Manchester, England. It operates three core divisions: Checkd Media, Checkd Dev, and Checkd International. Checkd Media owns and manages several of the UK’s largest sports betting communities, reaching an audience of over 2.5 million through content production, paid media, and affiliate marketing. Checkd Dev provides native app and web development for top-tier bookmakers, leveraging over 15 years of industry experience. Checkd International, launched in 2022, focuses on expanding into the United States and other markets, with products like the FlashPicks prediction app. The group works with major sportsbooks worldwide and employs an estimated 100 people across its Manchester headquarters and New York office. Checkd Group positions itself as a creator of betting content, audiences, and technology solutions, with a strong commitment to responsible gaming and continuous international growth.
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