Category: iGame
IGT Joins Gaming Sector Layoffs Amid Escalating Macro‑Economic Uncertainty
(AsiaGameHub) – The recently restructured IGT announced layoffs on Monday, impacting approximately 700 employees, which represents about 10% of its global workforce. The...
Pennsylvania Regulator Fines BetMGM $100,000 Over KYC Deficiencies
(AsiaGameHub) – The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has issued a $100,000 fine to BetMGM after finding the operator’s know-your-customer (KYC) protocols to...
Boxing legend Manny Pacquaio and DigiPlus launch a branded digital game series aimed at Filipinos
(AsiaGameHub) – World boxing champion Manny Pacquiao has signed an agreement with Philippine iGaming platform DigiPlus to launch a new series of games...
Swedish Gambling Authority names new director general
(AsiaGameHub) – The Swedish government has revealed the appointment of Peter Knutsson as the new director general of the Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen). ...
POGO Investigation: Banned Gaming Industry Linked to Land Theft and Drug Trade
(AsiaGameHub) – The National Bureau of Investigation-National Capital Region (NBI-NCR) announced on Monday that it is investigating allegations of rural land theft in...
Altenar Named to the Shortlist for Three Categories at SBC Awards Europe 2026
(AsiaGameHub) – Leading sportsbook technology provider Altenar has secured nominations across three categories at the 2026 SBC Awards Europe: Sportsbook Supplier of the...
Ukraine to deploy automated system preventing military access to online gambling platforms
(AsiaGameHub) – Ukraine’s Ministries of Digital Transformation and Defence have unveiled plans to implement an automated system designed to block military personnel from...
Playtech conducting review of Sun Bingo business as RGD hike to render it unprofitable
(AsiaGameHub) – Playtech has initiated a strategic review of its UK-based white label Sun Bingo operation, Chief Financial Officer Chris McGinnis informed analysts...
AffPapa Raises €1.3 Million in Funding from VenturePapa
(AsiaGameHub) – AffPapa, a leading iGaming affiliate directory and events firm, has received a €1.3 million investment from VenturePapa investors to accelerate the...
Is the sale of Codere to private equity inevitable?
(AsiaGameHub) – As Spanish gaming firm Codere is said to be on the market, M&A specialist Christian Tirabassi anticipates several major gambling companies...
Malta ‘Actively Exploring’ Statutory Framework for Prediction Market Regulation
(AsiaGameHub) – This week, Malta’s Economy Minister Silvio Schembri announced that the country is “actively exploring the emerging field of prediction markets, a...
Live Vegas joins AffPapa Conference Madrid as Sponsor
(AsiaGameHub) – AffPapa is pleased to announce that Live Vegas has signed on as a sponsor for the AffPapa Conference Madrid 2026. Live...
MGM China initiates Playing Card Recycling project in partnership with a Macau tech firm
(AsiaGameHub) – MGM China has launched an environmentally conscious initiative to give used playing cards a new purpose by transforming them into recycled...
Daniele Cardoso Named Permanent Head of Brazil’s Gambling Regulator
(AsiaGameHub) – Following her interim appointment after Regis Dudena’s departure, Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has confirmed Daniele Cardoso as the permanent head of...
DraftKings, FanDuel, and NFL sued over micro betting design
(AsiaGameHub) – A Pennsylvania lawsuit has been filed against DraftKings and FanDuel, alleging they used data from the NFL and Genius Sports to...
bet365 exits American Gaming Association over strategic disagreements
(AsiaGameHub) – bet365 has officially withdrawn from the American Gaming Association, making bet365 one of several prominent online betting firms to leave the...
BetMGM Fined $100K by PGCB Over KYC Issues
(AsiaGameHub) – The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has imposed a $100,000 fine on BetMGM for violations linked to fraudulent activities that occurred...
Codere Seeking €2 Billion Deal
(AsiaGameHub) – Codere has engaged Jefferies and Macquarie Capital to facilitate the sale of the company. The divestment process is in its early...
Brazil grants authorities the power to freeze accounts linked to illegal betting
(AsiaGameHub) – Brazil has implemented a strengthened approach to combat illegal betting with the enactment of Law No. 15,358/2025. This legislation grants the...
BC.Game appoints Kar Kheng Giam as new CEO to fuel global expansion
(AsiaGameHub) – BC.Game has publicly announced the appointment of Kar Kheng Giam, widely known as KK, as its Chief Executive Officer, signaling the...