New Sweepstakes Casino Game Providers in 2025: Expanding Choices for Players
Sweepstakes Casino Game Providers The rise of sweepstakes casino game providers is reshaping how players experience social gaming in the U.S. What was once a limited offering of video slots has now expanded into massive digital libraries, with some platforms featuring thousands of titles. These include everything from fresh developers experimenting with quirky mechanics to […]
PrizePicks’ National Futures Association (NFA) Approval Signals Major Shift in Prediction Markets
A New Era for Prediction Markets in Gaming PrizePicks’ National Futures Association approval marks a turning point for both the company and the broader prediction market industry. As the first gaming operator to secure Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) status with the National Futures Association, PrizePicks has carved out a unique pathway into regulated event contracts. […]
SCCG Announces Software Licensing Partnership with Galaxsys to Expand Distribution of Innovative iGaming Content
Las Vegas, NV –SCCG Management, a global leader in advisory and business development within the gaming industry, has entered into a software licensing partnership with Galaxsys, the award-winning iGaming content studio. Under this agreement, SCCG has secured a non-exclusive license to sublicense Galaxsys’ diverse portfolio of games to its network of more than 130 client-partners […]
Exploring Online Gambling Trends in South Africa: A Shift in Household Spending
Surge in Online Gambling Trends in South Africa Online gambling trends in South Africa have reshaped how households allocate their budgets, reflecting a growing fascination with digital betting platforms. The industry has seen remarkable growth, with gross gambling revenue reaching R59.3 billion in 2023/24, a significant leap from previous years. The Economic Impact of Online […]
Player Demographics & Behavior Trends in Sweepstakes Casinos
Sweepstakes casinos occupy a unique space between free-to-play games and real-money iGaming. Players purchase Gold Coins for entertainment while Sweeps Coins—earned through promotions or alternative entry methods—can be redeemed for cash prizes once requirements are met. This hybrid structure shapes not just how these casinos operate, but who plays them, why they play, and how […]
User Acquisition & Retention in Sweepstakes Casinos: What Works (and Why It’s Different)
Why sweepstakes UA/retention isn’t just “RMG-lite” Sweepstakes casinos operate on a dual-currency model—Gold Coins for entertainment and Sweeps Coins that can be redeemed after meeting eligibility rules. This structure allows them to operate in markets where traditional iGaming is restricted, positioning them somewhere between real-money casinos and free-to-play social games. Because no-purchase pathways exist and […]
Allwyn Secures $1.6B Majority Stake in PrizePicks, Shaping the Next Chapter of DFS Growth
Allwyn PrizePicks Acquisition The Allwyn PrizePicks acquisition marks one of the most notable moves yet in the intersection of global lottery operators and the U.S. daily fantasy sports (DFS) market. With a $1.6 billion cash investment for a 62.3% stake, Allwyn is not just purchasing a controlling share—it is positioning itself to tap into the […]
Baba Casino Reopens in 6 States: A New Trend in Sweepstakes Market Strategy
Baba Casino Reopens in 6 States — signaling a broader shift in how sweepstakes operators are adapting to regulatory pressure and market realities. After California’s sweepstakes ban passed, the operator reduced its excluded list from 23 to 17 states, reopening access in Ohio, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Arkansas. Baba Casino Reopens in 6 States: […]
Stephen Crystal Joins Heavyweight Champion Oleksandr Usyk for Gr8 Tech Activation at SBC Summit 2025
At this year’s SBC Summit Lisbon, I had the unique privilege of participating in an activation with Oleksandr Usyk—the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. What GR8 Tech staged wasn’t just entertainment; it was a case study in how global icons like Usyk can directly influence the gaming industry and its promotional landscape. Usyk’s Presence: […]
Sweeps Night: Big Run Studios Expands Into the Sweepstakes Casino Market
Sweeps Night marks an important new chapter for the Oakland-based developer known for skill-based titles like Blackout Bingo and Big Run Solitaire. With the quiet launch of this new app, Big Run Studios signals a shift from tournament-style skill gaming toward a sweepstakes casino ecosystem designed to meet the growing demand for chance-driven entertainment. A […]