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iGaming Daily Brief — 29 October 2026
iGamingTV News Desk · 29 October 2026
The most important iGaming stories from the last 24 hours, summarized by iGamingTV.
Image: Yogonet International 1. Regulation
Brazil Supreme Federal Court schedules November hearing on fixed-odds betting ban
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court will hold a public hearing on November 3 to address the national ban on fixed-odds betting. Justice Luiz Fux arranged the session for 10 a.m. in the Second Chamber's session room. The court has called 26 participants across government, football, and the betting industry as legal challenges persist and operators remain restricted from operations.
Why it matters
This hearing could determine whether Brazilian betting operators can finally resume commercial operations, while giving industry stakeholders a direct channel to challenge the current ban before the nation's top court.
Source: Yogonet International · Read original at Yogonet International
2. Regulation
UK budget raises gaming machine tax by five percentage points
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey announced a five percentage point increase on duties for the most widely used gaming machines in the 2026 budget. Delivering the measures to the Commons, Healey tied the hike to business rates adjustments aligned with Prime Minister Andy Burnham's broader agenda.
Why it matters
For land-based machine operators, the duty increase represents a direct addition to tax burdens, potentially impacting the profitability of retail gaming venues across the UK.
Source: SBC News · Read original at SBC News
3. Business
Caesars reports Q3 loss expansion as Las Vegas earnings weaken
Caesars Entertainment delivered third-quarter revenue growth, but its overall loss expanded due to softer performance across its Las Vegas operations. While the company's Las Vegas business retreated during the quarter, its digital division and regional gaming properties continued to record growth.
Why it matters
The divergence between sluggish Las Vegas figures and expanding digital and regional operations offers vital insight for suppliers and partners exposed to major US casino enterprises.
Source: CasinoBeats · Read original at CasinoBeats
4. Regulation
UK gambling stocks rise on London Stock Exchange following Autumn Budget tax hike
Major gambling businesses listed on the London Stock Exchange have experienced significant share price increases despite the announcement of a tax increase in the Autumn Budget. Operators such as Entain, evoke, and Rank Group had previously faced falling share valuations over the past 12 months as market pressure on the United Kingdom gambling sector intensified.
Why it matters
For operators, the strong share price rebound suggests that market investors may see clarity following the Autumn Budget, potentially easing concerns after UK gambling companies experienced a sustained period of declining equity valuations over the prior 12 months.
Source: SBC News · Read original at SBC News
Image: Yogonet International 5. Operators
BC Game names Ali Ako Muhanned as chief executive officer
Online casino and sports betting platform BC Game has appointed Ali Ako Muhanned as its chief executive officer. Muhanned moves into a public leadership position following several years contributing to the company's development, brand strategy, and international partnerships. In his new role, he will oversee future company expansion, platform enhancements, and player trust.
Why it matters
The leadership appointment signals an operational phase focused on expanding overseas reach and upgrading technical services, which could help the online casino and betting operator strengthen customer confidence across international gambling markets.
Source: Yogonet International · Read original at Yogonet International
Image: Yogonet International 6. Games
Rhinoplay enters iGaming sector with initial video slots release
Rhinoplay has formally entered the international iGaming space with the launch of its brand and a debut collection of video slots. The slot studio, which started building early prototypes in 2025 and built up a development team, intends to produce further titles and establish commercial distribution deals with content aggregators and online casino operators.
Why it matters
Securing partnerships with content aggregators and online casino operators could determine the studio's ability to gain international footprint, while expanding its portfolio may help the new entrant establish presence in the competitive video slots market.
Source: Yogonet International · Read original at Yogonet International
7. Compliance
1xCare signs responsible gambling agreement with Spain's FEJAR
Responsible gambling body 1xCare has broadened its global footprint by entering into an agreement with Federación Española de Jugadores de Azar Rehabilitados in Spain. Under a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding, the two organisations intend to lessen and prevent gambling harm, widen access to support services, and promote safer gambling education and operational standards.
Why it matters
This partnership highlights ongoing efforts to strengthen player protection frameworks internationally. For industry stakeholders, collaborating with established rehabilitation entities like FEJAR can help drive higher standards in harm prevention and support delivery across regulated markets.
Source: SBC News · Read original at SBC News
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