1xBet's Evolution in the Industry
The iGB team interviewed 1xBet at iGB L!VE 2026 to ask why it is repositioning – or in its own words, evolving – its brand to focus on sustainable regulated market revenue.
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Woman Marries 14 Men to Fuel Gambling Habit
A 33-year-old woman from Las Vegas allegedly said “yes” to more than a dozen men during official wedding ceremonies as part of a crazy plan to fuel her gambling habits.
Carl Icahn Considers Rival Bid for Caesars Before Deadline
Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is considering a last-minute rival bid for Caesars Entertainment that could challenge Tilman Fertitta's agreed $17.6 billion acquisition of the casino operator before the company's go-shop period expires on July 11.
Banijay Gaming Acquires France's JOA Casino Group
Banijay Gaming has reached an agreement to acquire JOA, France's second-largest casino operator by venue count, from funds managed by Blackstone and Kings Park Capital.
BOYLE Sports Launches Exclusive Touch Bet Feature
BOYLE Sports has introduced Touch Bet, a feature that lets customers build racing bets on touchscreens inside its retail shops.
Star Entertainment resolves ATO tax dispute over junket payments
Star Entertainment Group has resolved long-running disputes with the Commissioner of Taxation over the goods and services tax (GST) and withholding tax treatment of past payments made to junket operators.
SiGMA Foundation Telethon Raises $262,000 in Malta
The SiGMA Foundation held its inaugural telethon on July 5, with total pledges reaching €229,989 ($262,187).
Polymarket Launches Trust-Rebuilding Campaign in U.S
Prediction market platform Polymarket has launched a broad campaign to rebuild trust and reposition its business following its return to the U.S. market after four years.
Zitro appoints Ángel Sueiro as Regional Director for Asia
Zitro has named Ángel Sueiro Regional Director for Asia, placing a 25-year industry veteran in Manila to lead its commercial activity across the region.
FanDuel Canada to Launch Casino and Sportsbook in Alberta
FanDuel Canada will launch its Casino and Sportsbook platform in Alberta on July 13, subject to regulatory approval, and the move adds a fourth province to the operator's Canadian footprint.
AGA names four gaming leaders to 2026 Gaming Hall of Fame class
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has announced the Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2026, honoring four industry leaders whose contributions have significantly shaped the legal gaming industry.
England Fan Spends Life Savings on World Cup Trip With Grandpa, Crypto
There have been several feel-good stories during the 2026 World Cup, but the ones that dominate the headlines occur on the pitch. This one did not.