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What do leaders in the global gaming industry think of iGB Executive? 🏆 Today, we spotlight George Gerakanakis, Head of Acquisition at Campeón Gaming, who described iGB Executive as “a truly VIP experience” and summed up his time with us in one word: “Amazing” 🏆 That’s exactly what we aim to deliver with iGB Executive, an exclusive environment designed for senior decision-makers in the gaming sector. Here’s what makes the experience exceptional: ⭐ The iGB Executive Lounge ⭐ Networking with fellow C-level peers ⭐ Private and bookable meeting spaces ⭐ Exclusive gatherings Ready to experience it for yourself? 👉 Discover more: https://lnkd.in/eMAX_zV2

MGM’s sudden withdrawal has left the New York casino race down to three, but far from settled. 🎰 Bally’s Bronx, Resorts World NYC, and Metropolitan Park are now the final contenders for the state’s three downstate licences following MGM’s surprise exit this week. 💸 MGM Resorts International cited shrinking returns, competition concerns, and a shorter-than-expected 15-year licence term for walking away from its $2.3 billion Empire City expansion. Its departure follows exits by Wynn Resorts and Las Vegas Sands Corp., both citing political and market uncertainty. 🏗️ The remaining bids range from $4 to $8 billion in projected costs and each face questions over financing, zoning, and construction timelines as New York’s Gaming Facility Location Board moves toward its 1 December recommendation deadline. 👉 Link to full analysis from Jess Marquez in the comments below.

Charles Barkley isn’t holding back on the NCAA’s latest sports betting proposal. 🏀 The Hall of Famer blasted a rule change that would allow college athletes and staff to bet on professional sports, calling it “a terrible idea” and warned it could worsen gambling issues among students. ⚖️ The NCAA’s Division I Administrative Committee approved the proposal on 8 October and will potentially taking effect 1 November. The ban on college sports betting would remain. 💬 Barkley has been open about losing millions gambling and joins critics worried about the risks of normalizing sports wagering for young athletes. 👉 Link to full story from Matt Rybaltowski in the comments below.

MGM takes an early bow out of New York’s casino race, Vegas casinos talk compliance with no chaperones, and FDJ blames taxes for the hangover. It’s all in The Rundown. 🎲

See the future with iGB Crystal Ball 🔮 We’re thrilled to unveil iGB Crystal Ball, a brand-new pilot series of six dynamic webinars, designed to deliver cutting-edge insights straight from the voices shaping the future of the industry. Each session is handpicked using iGB’s proprietary readership data, ensuring every topic hits the mark, timely, relevant, and packed with actionable intelligence. If you’re serious about staying ahead of the curve (and getting your brand in front of the trendsetters who are shaping it), this is one to watch. 👀

The countdown is on - MLF Gaming is almost here! Join us on October 22nd at The View, Royal College of Surgeons, London for insights, strategies, and networking with top gaming marketing leaders. 🎯 Learn from proven leaders 💡 Gain actionable strategies 🤝 Connect with peers Space is limited - register for free today! https://lnkd.in/eVzQcwVc #MLF #GamingMarketing #Networking Alex Pratt

⚖️ ECJ orders probe into Dutch lottery monopolies after rejecting Netherlands’ appeal The European Court of Justice has rejected the Netherlands’ appeal in a long-running dispute over how the country awarded its lottery monopoly licences, ruling that the European Commission must now investigate the process. 📜 The case dates back to 2016, when the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) complained that the Netherlands renewed monopoly licences for incumbent lotteries without an open tender, potentially breaching EU state aid rules. ⚖️ A 2023 General Court decision found the EC failed to properly assess whether licence extensions provided unlawful advantages, including indirect benefits to charities funded by lottery proceeds. The ECJ has now upheld that judgment in full. 💬 EGBA Secretary General Maarten Haijer welcomed the ruling as “a clear victory for the proper enforcement of EU law”, adding that member states must ensure fair and competitive licensing procedures. 📱 Full story by Kyle Goldsmith on our website

Episode one of iGaming Checkup dropping 21st October! 🎉 And who better than Dr. Eyal Loz himself to give you an overview of this new podcast from iGB and RubyPlay? He’ll go past the headlines and trends, to explore this evolving and fascinating space. Stay tuned for more…

📈 Denmark sees 25.1% increase in gambling revenue Denmark’s gambling market grew sharply in August, with total revenue up 25.1% year-on-year to DKK714m, driven by strong performances across both sports betting and iGaming. ⚽ Sports betting surged 53.4% to DKK225m, the highest monthly total so far in 2025, with mobile wagering accounting for more than 70% of all activity. 🎰 iGaming revenue climbed 20.7% to DKK361m, led by online slots at DKK284m, which made up nearly 79% of the vertical’s total. Blackjack, roulette and poker all contributed steady gains. 🏠 Land-based revenue was mixed, as casino income rose 4.9% to DKK31m but slot machine takings dipped slightly. Meanwhile, over 63,000 players are now registered with Denmark’s ROFUS self-exclusion scheme. 📱 Find the full story on our website.