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Ninth Circuit Panel Presses Kalshi on Tribal Lands Sports Contracts in IGRA Challenge
A Ninth Circuit panel expressed skepticism toward Kalshi's argument that its CFTC-regulated sports contracts are not sports betting, as three California tribes seek to revive an injunction barring the platform from offering those contracts on tribal lands under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. The court did not rule from the bench and has no set deadline for a decision.
Games Valley Adds BGaming Portfolio to Aggregation Platform in Innovation-Led Partnership
Games Valley has integrated BGaming's portfolio of slots, crash games, and casual titles into its aggregation platform, a move announced at NEXT Summit Valletta and accompanied by joint support for the BGaming Charity Gala aiding the DAR Bjorn respite center.
Alberta confirms July 13 launch for regulated iGaming market with 50 approved operators
Alberta will open its regulated online gambling market on July 13, 2026, with 50 private operators approved, targeting $1 billion in first-year revenue and aiming to shift the majority of offshore betting into a provincially overseen system.
GR8_TECH’s Bet It Drives: How a Car-Format Campaign Won Over iGaming Audiences
GR8_TECH’s Bet It Drives campaign won Best Marketing Campaign 2026 by replacing product promotion with authentic, personality-driven conversations, earning over 2 million YouTube views and demonstrating the power of trust-building content in iGaming B2B marketing.
Altenar Enters Alberta as Second Canadian Province Launches Regulated iGaming Market
Altenar received conditional approval from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission and entered Alberta's regulated online gaming market on July 13, 2026, becoming the second Canadian province to launch a regulated iGaming jurisdiction after Ontario. The supplier aims to support licensed operators with scalable sportsbook technology and regulatory expertise as competition intensifies from day one.
Pragmatic Launch Enters Alberta’s Freshly Regulated iGaming Market
Pragmatic Play has launched its slot and live casino games in Alberta’s newly regulated online gaming market, becoming one of the first suppliers certified in the province and building on its existing presence in Ontario.
TaDa Gaming Highlights Gamification Tool Shifts Focus from Rewards to Player Experiences
TaDa Gaming’s new Highlights gamification tool shifts focus from rewards to player experiences, allowing users to share memorable gameplay moments on social media. The pre-loaded feature is available in top games and boosts player retention without extra operator effort.
Tom Light Named to 2026 Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 List
Tom Light, founder and CEO of FIRST.bet, has been named to the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Class of 2026, selected from a record 250-plus nominations. The honor follows his Individual Achievement Award at the EGR Awards 2026 and underscores his company's growth to over 500 employees and focus on localized sportsbook solutions.
N1 Partners Launches ‘Beyond the Insights’ Series with Deep Dive on July Facebook Campaign Performance
N1 Partners has launched the 'N1 Beyond the Insights' series, starting with a detailed analysis of Facebook campaign performance in July, cautioning that seasonal shifts in user behaviour can make traditional metrics like CTR and CPC misleading and urging affiliates to evaluate the entire conversion funnel.
Digitain appoints Terry Lee as Head of Asia Region to drive regulated-market expansion
Digitain has appointed Terry Lee as Head of Asia Region, drawing on his 15+ years of iGaming experience to lead growth strategy and partnership development across regulated Asian markets, a move the company describes as reinforcing its regional leadership team.
BetCris bets on conversational betting via WhatsApp as next growth frontier
BetCris has launched a conversational sportsbook on WhatsApp via ChatBet and Plannatech, aiming to transform customer acquisition and retention by capturing player intent through natural-language interactions. The move positions conversational AI as a potential new standard for operator-player relationships in Latin America and beyond.
Rank Group appoints Richard Harris as permanent CEO after interim stint
Rank Group has made Richard Harris its permanent CEO, effective immediately, after he served as interim CEO since January 2026 following John O'Reilly's retirement. Harris, formerly CFO, was chosen unanimously by the board after a search that considered internal and external candidates, and the company reaffirmed its medium-term target of at least £100m operating profit.