Articles by Erik Gibbs

Philippines-based gaming technology supplier DigiPlus Interactive Corp announced plans to launch its iGaming operations in Brazil this coming September. The company revealed that its upcoming Brazil-facing platform will feature a wide array of digital entertainment options, including livestreamed games, slots, table games, and proprietary content developed in-house.

Austrian gaming technology company Novomatic has finalized the acquisition of France-based casino operator Vikings Casinos, marking the completion of a deal that was first announced in January. The transaction received full regulatory approval from all relevant French licensing authorities, allowing Novomatic to expand its footprint further into one of Europe's most competitive and highly regulated gambling markets.

The US Senate's newly approved tax legislation in its version of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' has sparked concern among bettors and industry professionals. It contains a provision that would automatically introduce tax losses on bettors, but Nevada Rep. Dina Titus promises to intervene.

Malik Beasley, a free-agent guard in the NBA, is the subject of a federal investigation initiated by the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York. Authorities are examining possible involvement in wire fraud, gambling violations, and illegal prop betting activity.

Intralot has announced a new acquisition, reaching an agreement to purchase Bally's international interactive unit in a transaction valued at $3.17 billion. The unit, previously known as Gamesys, was acquired by Bally's in March 2021 for $2.7 billion and represents one of the largest strategic divestitures by the company to date.