PhonePe experienced a sharp contraction in revenue linked to real money gaming during the first half of FY26 as India’s prohibition on the category took effect. The company disclosed in its updated draft red herring prospectus that income from the segment fell to ₹71 crore between April and September, compared with ₹147 crore in the same period of the previous financial year. The revenue decline coincided with preparations for a stock market list ...

India has stepped up action against unauthorised online betting by blocking 242 more websites, as authorities continue to enforce the country’s new online gaming law. The move adds to a growing list of platforms taken offline since the rules came into force in late 2025, with officials pointing to concerns around user safety and illegal money-based gaming. Government officials said the latest set of blocks brings the total number of illegal betti ...

Online gaming engagement across Asia continues to climb, yet commercial returns across the region remain inconsistent, according to a new analytical report released by iGaming data firm Blask. The findings point to a growing disconnect between consumer interest and revenue generation, shaped largely by regulatory frameworks rather than demand levels. The report examines online gaming activity across more than 100 countries, combining proprietary ...

India’s online gaming sector continues to face uncertainty after the Supreme Court confirmed that legal challenges to the country’s real-money gaming ban will not be heard until early 2026. The decision follows requests from gaming operators seeking urgent judicial intervention against legislation that has effectively brought large parts of the industry to a halt. On December 11, a bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant considered an application f ...

Skrill has confirmed notable changes for its services in India, closing access to new account registrations while maintaining functionality for existing customers. The company’s update, effective November 24, 2025, marks a shift in how residents can use the platform, although those who already hold accounts retain the ability to manage international payments, transfer funds abroad and conduct cryptocurrency transactions. ...

Ezugi has introduced a new localized title to its catalogue with the arrival of EZ Dealer Roulette Bengali, a release designed for Bengali-speaking audiences and built around a hybrid gameplay format. The product is now live and continues the expansion of the studio’s EZ Dealer lineup, which centres on language-specific versions of European Roulette delivered through a mix of pre-recorded dealer footage and RNG-driven outcomes. According to the c ...

India’s real-money gaming (RMG) market has entered one of its most turbulent periods in years, with financial damage mounting across domestic and international operators. The disruption began after the government rapidly pushed through the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025, prompting a nationwide halt of money-based online games, even though the law still awaits formal enforcement. Over the past three months, companies have reco ...

SA Gaming has announced a new strategic collaboration with EGT Digital, marking a major step forward in the company’s efforts to broaden its global live casino footprint. The partnership was revealed through coordinated updates across SA Gaming’s LinkedIn channels as well as a detailed statement on its official press platform. The agreement brings the company’s catalogue of live games to one of Europe’s most established and rapidly expanding iGam ...

Evolution has unveiled its newest addition, Red Baron, a fast-paced crash game that puts players in control of their fate as multipliers climb sky-high—up to 20,000x the original stake. This latest title invites players to experience an aviation-inspired adventure where timing and nerve are key. “Fasten your seatbelts – it’s time for take-off!” the game’s tagline declares, perfectly setting the tone for an experience that combines suspense, strat ...

PopOK Gaming has expanded its instant games portfolio with the launch of Andar Bahar Extra, a fast-paced online casino game inspired by the classic Indian card tradition. The release combines simple, traditional gameplay with vibrant modern visuals and is now available globally across both desktop and mobile platforms. ...