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Business
January 12, 2026
Prediction Markets in the US to Grow to $1 Trillion, Report Says
According to a report by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, a research and consulting firm based in California, prediction markets could become a $1 trillion industry in the US despite the increasing pressure from states on companies offering such products. Eilers & Krejcik Report Paints an Optimistic Picture In a report called “U.S. Prediction Markets: How Big, […]
Business
January 9, 2026
Accel Entertainment Prepares to Launch in Chicago if VGTs Are Regulated
Accel Entertainment is eyeballing Video Gaming Terminal (VGT) opportunities in Chicago after a recent announcement suggesting the possible introduction of such machines in licensed locations. City officials say that the change could generate additional tax revenue, while Accel Entertainment believes this could represent a significant opportunity for its business. Accel Monitors Chicago’s Strides Toward a […]
Business
January 9, 2026
Zitro Welcomes Michael Bauer as Digital CEO Ahead of ICE Barcelona
Zitro, a leading B2B provider of content to the gaming industry, has unveiled a new leadership addition just in time for ICE Barcelona, one of the world’s largest gaming industry trade fairs. According to the company’s announcement, the experienced Michael Bauer has joined its team as chief executive officer of the Zitro Digital division. Zitro […]
Business
January 8, 2026
Kalshi Claims Annualized Trading Volume of $100B, Critics Doubt That
Earlier this week, prediction markets giant Kalshi announced that it had crossed $100 billion in annualized trading volume, but industry experts criticized that, saying the figure was derived from taking data from a strong week and projecting it across the full year. Critics Dispute Kalshi’s $100B Claim If Kalshi’s claims of $100 billion in annual […]
Business
January 8, 2026
IGT & Rhode Island Lottery Extend Partnership by Two Years
International Game Technology (IGT) has confirmed an extension of its agreement with the Rhode Island Lottery. This development seems to imply that a multi-operator market isn’t coming to Rhode Island anytime soon. Rhode Island’s Gaming Framework Remains an Outlier Rhode Island has cemented itself as a state with a somewhat unique stance on gambling […]
Business
January 8, 2026
FashionTV Gaming to Inject Dazzling Games into BetMGM Casino
FashionTV Gaming Group unveiled an era-defining partnership with leading sports betting and iGaming operator BetMGM. The arrangement will pair FashionTV’s flagship luxury aesthetic with BetMGM’s expertise in delivering entertaining experiences to players, allowing both parties to grow their North American footprint. BetMGM Adds FashionTV-Branded Games to Its Lineup According to FashionTV Gaming Group’s official announcement, […]
Business
January 7, 2026
Kalshi Launches VIP Program for Its High-Trading Customers
Elisabeth Diana, head of communications at the popular prediction markets provider Kalshi, confirmed that the company is now offering “Platinum” status to high-volume sports traders, essentially mimicking rewards plans offered to big bettors by more traditional sportsbook operators. Kalshi Launches Platinum According to Diana, Kalshi is taking steps, similar to other financial markets, brokerages, and […]
Business
January 7, 2026
Polymarket Enters Real Estate with New Prediction Markets Offerings
Earlier this week, prediction markets giant Polymarket announced a partnership with Parcl, a crypto-backed housing data firm, to bring betting on home-price movements in major US cities. Polymarket and Parcl Announce Collaboration With this rollout, Polymarket expands its roster of real-world markets, which already includes elections, sports, and macroeconomic indicators. Thanks to the new integration, users can […]
Business
January 7, 2026
Betlabs Secures Funding from SCC, Plans to Scale the Distribution of Dynamic Parlays
Betlabs, a company seeking to redefine sports betting worldwide, has secured crucial funding for its mission via its seed funding round. Betlabs was fully funded by SportsContentCo (SCC), a top-flight US sports betting provider whose presence spans most regulated states. Betlabs to Expand the Reach of Its Dynamic Parlays While the announcement didn’t disclose the […]
Business
January 7, 2026
Sportradar Adds Edo Haitin as SVP iGaming Ahead of ICE Barcelona
Sportradar, the world’s leading sports technology company, announced the addition of the experienced Edo Haitin as its new executive vice president of iGaming. In his new position, Haitin will support the company’s growth as it enters 2026. Sportradar Invited Industry Enthusiasts to Meet Haitin at ICE Barcelona In its official announcement on LinkedIn, Sportradar announced […]