17 March 2026
Reuters reported Fertitta held talks to buy Caesars for about $7b after topping Icahn’s offer.
Betsson agreed to buy Rhino’s Canada-licensed business and technology assets for €64.5m.
Push Gaming appointed Alistair Johnston as chief commercial officer as it targets expansion in 2026.
Macau’s casino market generated an estimated MOP5.65 billion through March 8, keeping the month on track for another year-on-year gain. Early growth suggests first-quarter momentum is still holding.
Kalshi has entered Brazil through a partnership with XP International, opening access to prediction markets for eligible Clear clients. The rollout sits outside Brazil’s licensed betting framework.
Betsson has taken steps to increase its presence in Canada after acquiring the Canadian consumer assets of Rhino Entertainment in a deal worth upwards of €64 million. It will see the Swedish operator gain business-to-consumer operations that target Canadian players, while also add several technology assets to its arsenal.
DraftKings said it plans to roll out a “Super App” combining sportsbook, event contracts, casino and lottery under one account and wallet, with phase one expected by March Madness.
Wynn Resorts has offered remote work options to staff tied to its UAE resort project as regional tensions rise. The policy applies to employees connected to the Wynn Al Marjan Island development.
Allwyn has abandoned its planned acquisition of Novibet after Greek competition regulators signaled the deal could give the group more than 70% of key online gambling markets.
Sports betting company Underdog has announced a major layoff, with 125 employees released from the company payroll, amounting to more than 20% of its total workforce. Initial reports on Monday had suggested around 30 people were let go, but staff from the company revealed the number was much higher than initially announced.
