Catena Media Names Interim CTO for Its Platform Bet
Catena Media named board member Martin Zetterlund interim CTO on September 17, replacing Edward Midolo as its automated 2027 marketplace platform nears launch.
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VICI and GLPI Now Own the Ground Under US Casinos
VICI Properties and GLPI closed five casino real estate deals worth over $2.4 billion in early 2026, concentrating US commercial gaming land under two REITs.
Caesars Faces Demand Letter Over Latham Conflict
Caesars Entertainment disclosed a stockholder demand letter alleging its Fertitta merger proxy omitted a Latham & Watkins law firm conflict of interest.
MGA Debuts at SBC Summit Lisbon Under Make It In Malta Push
Malta Gaming Authority exhibits at SBC Summit Lisbon 2026 under the Make It In Malta banner, signaling a strategic effort to attract new operators and suppliers to Malta's jurisdiction.
House of Lords Urges Near-Total Gambling Advertising Ban
A House of Lords committee report released September 17 calls for near-total gambling advertising ban, escalating UK regulatory pressure on operator marketing and customer acquisition.
Caesars Executives Exit as FTC Second Request Tests Fertitta Merger
Caesars Entertainment disclosed FTC Second Request in Fertitta Group merger filing dated Sept 17, 2026. Executives Jesse Lynn and Ted Papapostolou resigned Sept 16.
Lula Administration Threatens Shutdown of Brazil Betting Sector
Brazil's Lula administration again threatened to shut down the country's online betting sector on September 17-18, 2026, creating immediate uncertainty for regulated operators.
UK Remote Gambling Revenue Surges as Betting Shops Close
UK Gambling Commission released 2025-26 statistics showing remote gaming up 6.9% while traditional betting shops declined 3.6%, widening the digital shift.
Betting Shop Closures Accelerate as Digital Betting Dominates
Betting shop estate declined 3.6% in 2025-26, marking third consecutive year of annual losses as remote gaming captures market share and local authorities tighten licensing.
Online Gambling Consolidates as Mid-Market Sportsbooks Exit
Remote gaming market share concentrated among top 5 operators as affordability rules and CAC pressures force mid-market platforms to exit or consolidate.
Problem Gambling Rates Stable Despite Market Growth
UK Gambling Survey data shows problem gambling prevalence held flat even as remote gaming revenue surged 6.9%, suggesting regulatory framework is working.
Malta Proposes AI Gaming Charter to Curb Algorithmic Targeting
Malta Gaming Authority launched AI Gaming Charter consultation requiring operators to disclose AI use, validate fairness, and implement human oversight on player decisions.