Flutter Entertainment News 2026

Brazil Boost: Zitro Digital Expands Presence via bet365 Partnership
Zitro Digital has launched its portfolio on bet365's platform in Brazil, continuing its expansion in the newly regulated market following a deal with Flutter Brazil.

Flutter Increases Social Funding for Leeds Rhinos Foundation to £36,000
iGaming giant Flutter extends its Leeds partnership, raising funding to £36,000 to protect vital community health services for 180 local residents.

Kenneth Dart Triggers Mandatory Takeover Bid for Evolution AB
Investor Kenneth Dart has crossed the 30.02% threshold in Evolution AB through Candle Lake, triggering Swedish takeover rules as his gambling portfolio reaches €8.36bn.

Flutter Entertainment exits London Stock Exchange for US ambition
The gambling giant Flutter has completed its LSE delisting to focus on New York, despite a 60 percent share price drop over the last year.

Prediction Markets Challenge Sportsbooks: $8 Billion NFL Risk Expected
A shift in wagering dynamics is putting pressure on traditional bookmakers. Experts predict Kalshi will carry $8 billion in risk for the 2026 NFL opening week.

Netflix Bets on Gambling: Ian Hunter to Lead New Advertising Offensive
Streaming giant Netflix picks up former Snap Inc executive Ian Hunter. With 300 million subscribers, the company aims to double its ad revenue by 2027.

CME CEO Warns: Some Sports Prediction Markets Are Pure Gambling
CME Group CEO Terry Duffy differentiates between financial contracts and sportsbook-style products, warning that small parlays in prediction markets are essentially gambling.

RubyPlay Expands Brazilian Footprint Through Major Betnacional Deal
RubyPlay has partnered with Flutter-owned Betnacional on July 22, 2026, to launch its premium gaming content in Brazil's rapidly growing regulated market.

Betnacional strengthens brand visibility with Sport Recife and broader engagement
Betnacional, a Flutter Brazil brand, deepens its partnership with Brazilian club Sport Recife. The sports betting company once again sponsored the 'Corrida do Sport' road race, which attracted over 5,500 participants.

Lotto.com strengthens leadership team with two new appointments
Lotto.com reinforces its leadership team in response to US growth. Ruxandra Tereanu, with 13 years of experience at Flutter Entertainment, is now Chief Operating Officer.

Aviatrix Game Launched on Betnacional: Flutter Entertainment Expands Brazil Business
iGaming software provider Aviatrix has launched its flagship crash game on Betnacional in Brazil. This strategic partnership strengthens Flutter Entertainment's presence in the world's fifth-largest betting market.

Michael Burry Bets on Sports Betting Stocks: Flutter and DraftKings in Focus
Investment legend Michael Burry has disclosed new positions in sports betting giants DraftKings and Flutter Entertainment. DraftKings' stock closed up 0.5%, Flutter up 1%.

Flutter Cuts 180 PokerStars Jobs – Focus on FanDuel
Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of PokerStars, has confirmed workforce reductions impacting approximately 180 roles. This affects key hubs in Canada and the Isle of Man.
