Business
February 3, 2026
Michael Burry Flags MGM and Wynn as Unlikely GameStop Acquisition Targets
Investor Michael Burry, best known for shorting the housing market ahead of the 2007 real estate bubble collapse, has made another bold move. Years after cementing his reputation, he is once again stirring speculation by flirting with the idea that MGM Resorts International and Wynn Resorts could present an M&A opportunity for none other than […]
Business
February 2, 2026
Novomatic Extends Ainsworth Acquisition One Last Time
Ainsworth Game Technology Limited, an Australia-based gaming provider, announced that its planned acquisition by NOVOMATIC has been postponed once again. The M&A arrangement between the two companies has so far been bumpy, reflecting significant disagreements between representatives of the two parties. The Deal’s Deadline Has Been Extended Once Again In a filing submitted on the […]
Business
February 2, 2026
Meridianbet Wraps Up Fairbet Acquisition to Grow in Malta
Gaming and betting operator Meridianbet announced that it has completed its acquisition of fellow gaming operator Fairbet. With Fairbet being a holder of a gaming license in Malta, the deal will allow Meridianbet to grow its local presence. Meridianbet Solidifies Its Presence in Malta According to Meridianbet’s official announcement, the company now has full ownership […]
Business
January 20, 2026
Allwyn Completes $1.53B PrizePicks Deal
Allwyn has taken another decisive step in its push to expand its global reach after acquiring a majority share in daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks. The deal gives the lottery giant a 62.3% holding in one of North America’s fastest-growing sports entertainment brands, marking a significant expansion of Allwyn’s footprint in the United States. PrizePicks […]
Business
January 8, 2026
OPAP Shareholders Give the Thumbs Up to Allwyn Merger
OPAP has held an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) during which its shareholders voted on the planned merger with Allwyn. The deal has secured the necessary shareholder go-ahead to advance, although it remains subject to additional conditions. Allwyn and OPAP Want to Merge into a European Powerhouse In October last year, European lottery giant Allwyn set […]
Business
January 6, 2026
Xtremepush Acquires Scrimmage to Deliver Innovative Loyalty Solutions
Xtremepush, a company that leverages real-time customer data to generate personalized player experiences and improve customer loyalty, announced that it has acquired Scrimmage, a US-based loyalty platform. The acquisition will bolster XP Loyalty, a new product that will empower the company’s operator customers. XP Loyalty Will Transform How Operators Approach Loyalty Nudges In its official […]
Business
January 5, 2026
Banijay Group Completes Sale of 53.9% Stake in Bet-at-Home
French multinational television production and distribution company Banijay Group has confirmed the sale of its stake in bet-at-home.com AG, in line with an earlier announcement. The group has also confirmed a few leadership changes related to the transaction. The French Group Sold Its Bet-at-Home Stake In its official announcement, Banijay Group confirmed the completion of […]
Business
November 24, 2025
EveryMatrix Acquires Front-End Specialist Goma Gaming
EveryMatrix announced another major acquisition that will further bolster its position as a leader in gaming content. The latest deal saw the business acquire Goma Gaming, a front-end solutions specialist. Goma Gaming Will Bolster EveryMatrix’s Front-End Capabilities In its announcement, EveryMatrix described Goma Gaming as a front-end expert with some 20 years of experience in […]
Business
November 19, 2025
Gaming Compliance International Buys Yield Sec
Gaming Compliance International (GCI), which launched earlier this summer, has purchased Yield Sec for an undisclosed figure and will fold the company’s technology, workflows, and staff into its broader compliance operations. GCI Buys Yield Sec GCI stated that Yield Sec will become a central component of its service portfolio, reinforcing the company’s broader goal of […]
Business
November 17, 2025
PlayUp’s Future Hangs in the Balance as Acquisition by CrossBet Seems Increasingly Likely
PlayUp’s ongoing search for a way to escape its long-running regulatory and financial challenges is nearing a decisive moment. According to a recent Next.io report, shareholders are set for a December 10 vote for the sale of the company’s Australian gaming assets for AUD 18.6 million (12.11 million) to CrossBet. This proposal, shared with investors […]
