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Esports betting: The commissioner’s overview

Ian Smith, commissioner of the Esports Integrity Comission, looks at the current esports betting landscape, and the effects of novel coronavirus (Covid-19) on the sector. While lockdown may have been the perfect storm for the sector's growth, he warns that this does not come without potential pitfalls.

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1xBet: ‘We need to evolve with the industry’

The iGB team interviewed 1xBet at iGB L!VE 2026 to ask why it is repositioning – or in its own words, evolving – its brand to focus on sustainable regulated market revenue. We ask what 1xBet is doing to improve long-term relationships with players, what 1xBet’s player protection reports and new ‘1xCare’ initiative are about, […]

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If you are looking for the latest online casino news, iGaming casino trends and global developments in casino games, regulation and operations, you are in the right place. From emerging game formats to regulatory change, our casino & games hub tracks the trends shaping casino markets worldwide.

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  • Our coverage of online casino news focuses on how the industry is evolving across key markets. This includes legislative developments, operator strategies and market expansion in regions such as North America, Latin America and Europe. From new iGaming bills in the US to international growth strategies from suppliers, we pride ourselves on staying on top of the stories shaping global casino competition.
  • Casino game development sits at the core of this section. We cover how suppliers and platforms are innovating across slots, crash games, poker and live casino formats, alongside changing player preferences and monetisation strategies. You can also explore how game content continues to drive engagement and revenue on our product & technology hub. From jackpot mechanics to aggregation platforms and omnichannel product design, you will find informative insights.
  • The slots industry remains one of the most active areas of the sector. Our slots section includes regular slots industry news, new game releases and development trends. Are you on the lookout for insights into the role of AI, data and branding in modern slot production?
  • Our bingo news coverage highlights how traditional formats are evolving in a digital and omnichannel environment. As player demographics and platforms evolve, we monitor how bingo adapts through online conversion strategies, regulatory change and product innovation.
  • The casino regulation section covers licensing processes, enforcement actions and policy changes that impact both online and land-based operators. Regulatory oversight continues to shape market access, compliance and long-term strategy across US state-level expansion and international reform. We also cover tribal gaming developments, focusing on policy, market access and legal disputes.
  • Beyond digital, we also cover casino operations and land-based casino strategy. This includes major developments in Las Vegas and other global hubs, financial results, leadership changes and the evolving relationship between retail and online casino ecosystems.
  • Social gaming is an increasingly important part of the casino ecosystem, sitting at the intersection of gaming, regulation and monetisation models. We cover developments in social casinos, sweepstakes platforms and play-for-fun mechanics, alongside the regulatory scrutiny they face across markets such as the US and Europe.

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What does the Casino & Games section on iGB cover?

iGB’s Casino & Games section covers the global casino industry across online and land-based markets, including online casino news, slots, bingo, poker, product innovation, regulation and operator strategy.

Is the coverage focused on online or land-based casinos?

The section covers both online and land-based casinos. While much of the focus is on online casino and iGaming trends, we also report on land-based developments, particularly where they impact regulation, market access and industry strategy.

Where can I find slots industry news and bingo updates?

You can find dedicated coverage of slots industry news, including new releases and development trends, alongside bingo news covering online growth, regulation and product innovation within the slots section and the bingo section.

How do casino regulation updates affect the industry?

Casino regulations update how operators enter markets, comply with licensing requirements, and manage risk. Furthermore, changes to taxes, responsible gambling rules and AML standards directly impact business models and product availability, which are crucial for sustainable business growth and long-term market viability.