March Madness: Analyzing the Customer Acquisition Strategies of Leading Sportsbook Operators
Each year, the NCAA Tournament becomes one of the most important moments in the U.S. sports betting calendar. With more than 60 games played across three weeks and millions of fans following the action, March Madness creates an ideal environment for sportsbooks to attract new users and convert casual sports fans into betting customers. This […]
NEXT NYC 2026 Recap: Emerging Verticals, AI, Prediction Markets, and More. Photo Gallery Included!
Quick takeaways from NEXT.io NYC 2026 The NEXT NYC Summit 2026 once again brought together some of the most influential voices across the global gaming ecosystem. From operators and investors to technology providers and entrepreneurs, the conference delivered a dynamic mix of insights, networking, and forward-looking discussions about where the industry is heading next. Held […]
Brazil’s iGaming Industry Is Entering a Hyper-Competitive Phase
Brazil has rapidly become one of the most important emerging markets in the global gaming industry. After decades of restrictive gambling policies, the country officially launched a regulated online betting market in 2025, creating one of the largest new opportunities the industry has seen since the United States began legalizing sports betting in 2018. With […]
Generation Z, AI and the New iGaming Landscape in Latin America
The iGaming industry in Latin America is entering a new phase of evolution. While regulatory developments in markets such as Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia continue to attract international operators, another transformation is taking place quietly but decisively: the influence of Generation Z on how gaming products are designed, consumed, and monetized. In a region where […]
FIFA World Cup 2026 Will Test More Than Trading Teams — It Will Test the Entire Sports Betting Tech Stack
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest commercial opportunities the sports betting industry has seen in years, but it is also becoming a stress test for operators that still rely on fragmented data, slow decision-making, and disconnected customer systems. As the industry continues to move toward AI-driven personalization, […]
Federal Funding for Problem Gambling Could Finally Arrive as Congress Introduces Major New Betting Tax Bill
Federal funding for problem gambling could soon become a reality in the United States as Congress considers a new bipartisan proposal designed to expand prevention, treatment, and recovery services for individuals experiencing gambling addiction. The proposed legislation, known as the Providing Opportunities for Individuals in Need of Treatment and Support (POINTS) Act of 2026, represents […]
Public Revenue at Risk as Brazil Debates Online Gaming Ban
The debate over a potential Brazil Online Gaming Ban Public Revenue impact is intensifying as industry leaders warn that prohibiting regulated online gaming could significantly reduce tax income and investment in the country’s emerging betting market. With billions already committed by licensed operators and an estimated BRL 80 billion in potential tax revenue at stake over the next five years, the discussion highlights the delicate balance between regulation, economic growth, and consumer protection in Brazil’s rapidly evolving iGaming sector.
Virginia Lawmakers Stall Gambling Oversight Reform Amid iGaming and Skill Game Debate
Virginia lawmakers have delayed a major proposal aimed at reshaping how the state regulates its growing gambling industry, highlighting a deeper disagreement over who should oversee gaming as new sectors like iGaming and skill games remain under debate. A House-backed bill that would have created an independent gaming commission to regulate Virginia’s gambling market has […]
Stephen Crystal Featured in Global Gambling News Magazine – Brazil: Never about ‘Noise’ Always about ‘Inevitability’
Summary Stephen A. Crystal explains that Brazil’s rise as a regulated gaming market was never speculation but an inevitable development driven by strong cultural demand, regulatory planning, and industry preparation. After decades of prohibition following the 1946 ban on casinos, Brazil began modernizing its gaming framework with the legalization of fixed-odds betting in 2018 and […]
California Cardroom Blackjack Lawsuit Challenges New Gambling Rules for 2026
The California cardroom blackjack lawsuit is drawing attention across the gaming industry as cardrooms challenge new state regulations that could eliminate blackjack-style games. Industry groups argue the rules threaten a long-standing business model built around player-dealer formats, while regulators say the changes clarify legal boundaries within California’s gambling framework. The court’s decision could significantly impact cardroom operations, local tax revenue, and the broader structure of gaming regulation in the state.