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Aichi Outspends Hokkaido in 2026 IR Research Push
Aichi Prefecture sets aside JPY276.6 million for 2026 studies to develop an international tourism hub with IR facilities. Hokkaido’s smaller allocation shows a cautious approach as both eye the 2027 IR licensing round.
Lottery Corporation Unveils New Structure for Digital Growth
The Lottery Corporation has announced a major organisational restructure effective July 2026, introducing separate lotteries, digital, and keno divisions. The move aims to strengthen online growth, streamline operations, and support the company’s next phase following leadership changes.
Bloomberry Flags AI as Risk for Philippine Casinos
Bloomberry Resorts highlights AI as a growing risk to outsourcing jobs and consumer spending in Philippine casinos. The company warns of potential revenue impacts at Solaire resorts while exploring digital gaming opportunities through MegaFUNalo.
Winamax Integrates Football Feeds Data
Winamax has partnered with Football Feeds to incorporate Pre-Match Office data into its sportsbook trading operations, aiming to enhance football market compilation, streamline workflows and improve responsiveness to team news updates.
Boost Casino Rolls Out ZingBrain AI Lobby
Boost Casino has deployed ZingBrain AI’s recommendation engine to personalise its lobby experience. Following A/B testing, the operator reported higher turnover, increased GGR per player and stronger game discovery across its igaming platform.
Romania Gambling Regulator Uncovers Major Tax Evasion
Romania’s ONJN uncovers a multi-million tax evasion scheme in the gambling sector, revealing manipulated winnings and underreported profits. The regulator strengthens oversight with server access and reforms to ensure transparency and accountability.
Playtech Partners with WVU to Advance Responsible Gambling
Playtech has joined forces with West Virginia University’s Gaming Research Center to analyse player behaviour and promote responsible gambling, using its BetBuddy platform to support evidence-based research and player protection strategies.
GT Debuts Supreme Series at Irish Gaming Show 2026
GT will feature its Supreme Series, popular multigames, and jackpot systems at the Irish Gaming Show 2026. EGT Digital will also present its X-Nave iGaming platform and diverse casino portfolio to operators and players.
Soft2Bet Launches Swedish Brand Lodur
Soft2Bet has launched Lodur, a Sweden-focused casino and sportsbook brand featuring Norse-inspired design, localised payments and content, plus an Island progression system powered by its MEGA engagement engine.
Alea Returns as Gold Sponsor at SiGMA Africa
Alea will attend SiGMA Africa in Cape Town as a Gold Sponsor, presenting its Client Area solution, joining a mobile-first design panel, sponsoring a VIP event and securing a Best Workplace nomination.
Soft2Bet Wins Two at EGR Europe Awards 2026
Soft2Bet claimed two titles at the 2026 EGR Europe Awards, recognising its casino platform capabilities and acquisition and retention performance, driven by its in-house technology stack and MEGA engagement solution.
PunterClash Partners QTech for Nigeria Rollout
PunterClash has teamed up with QTech Games to support its Nigeria launch, integrating casino aggregation technology as part of a phased strategy that expands beyond sportsbook and its OddScore prediction-based format.
Kambi Signs Sportsbook Deal with 4 Bears Casino
Kambi has entered a multi-year agreement with the MHA Nation to provide retail sportsbook technology at 4 Bears Casino and Lodge in North Dakota, with potential future expansion into on-premise and statewide mobile betting.
Fast Track Spark São Paulo 26 Set for March
Fast Track will stage Spark São Paulo 26 on March 18–19 at Rosewood São Paulo, offering Portuguese-language CRM and retention training for iGaming operators, covering player journeys, bonus strategy, data-driven decisions and AI applications.
FitzBet Goes Online with EveryMatrix Platform
FitzBet has launched its first online betting platform through EveryMatrix’s turnkey technology, expanding across the UK and Ireland. The move builds on its established telebetting model, supported by scalable infrastructure and managed services.
Mindway AI Achieves SOC 2 Type 2 Certification
Mindway AI has attained SOC 2 Type 2 certification in addition to ISO 27001, strengthening its data security and privacy measures. The achievement affirms the company’s commitment to safeguarding client information and providing reliable player protection solutions.