Palanichamy originally joined Scientific Games in October 2016 as Director of Technical Services, prior to becoming Light & Wonder VP of Global Customer Engagement in 2022.
iGaming slot machines and fantasy contests were the only verticals to report an increase in revenue for August, rising 8.8% and 54.6%, respectively, for totals of $195.2m and $1m.
Lai began her gaming career with Scientific Games in 2015 – joining the supplier as VP of Products and Strategy – prior to serving in her most recent role as COO of Sands Digital.
Genius Sports already provides official sports data and integrity services to major prediction market platforms.
Sports betting handle increased to $185.5m despite wagering revenue declining 22.4%, while Iowa's revised treatment of casino promotional play continued to affect year-on-year comparisons.
The measure would reverse a 90% deduction limit that took effect for the 2026 tax year and has drawn opposition from the gaming and racing industries.
A District Court in California had previously ruled against the Tribe’s motion for preliminary injunction against Kalshi, only for the Appeals Court to reverse the decision on September 16.
The MGCB and Nevada Council on Problem Gambling previously departed the organization earlier in 2026, while the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is also weighing the possibility.
Online gambling activity was the only vertical in New Jersey to witness an increase in revenue year-over-year, rising 4.4% during the monthly period for a total of $259.3m.
The Arizona regulator previously opened an application window for limited event wagering licenses from August 13-27, at which time the ADG stated a maximum of 10 permits would be granted.