The World Casino Directory's Gaming Industry News covers land-based and online happenings in the industry. Our coverage here will inform readers about everything from employment and job fairs to major moves being anticipated by the big industry players. Reporting on sweeping regulatory changes as well as the oft-times more nuanced fluidity of case law and legal interpretations of existing laws are some of the items we cover in this section.
Industry participants will find pre-show and post-show coverage of some of the most important conferences and tradeshows in the gambling world, whether land-based or iGaming in nature or both. Thought leaders and those looking to increase their knowledge of current trends in the global gaming industry may wish to visit our Calendars of Gaming and iGaming Conferences and Seminars for important details on summits ranging from G2E (Global Gaming Expo) and ICE to roundtables focused on sportsbetting.
We cover important industry events and changes from American tribal gaming and the Caribbean to India and Macau. If it affects the industry, for professionals or players, you'll find the story here. New licenses, casino sales, M&A, and labor relations are just a few of the story leads we chase for you and report on in this section.
Loto-Québec has detailed plans for a new gaming hall in Saguenay, with the project set to reshape the Delta Hotel and its conference centre into a modern entertainment venue. The announcement was made in Saguen...
Altenar has broadened its presence across regulated betting markets through a new agreement with Betico, a recently established European operator. The collaboration gives Betico access to a fully managed sports...
Baton Rouge’s riverfront has entered a new era with the grand opening of Bally’s Baton Rouge Casino and Hotel in Louisiana, following a $140 million redevelopment that has turned the former Belle of Baton Rouge...
Pasig City, Philippines, has officially prohibited all gambling-related advertising and promotional materials under a new measure passed by its local council. The regulation, titled Ordinance No. 26 s-2025, was...
New York’s online sports betting market posted another milestone in November, as state regulators reported all-time-high revenue figures driven by strong results from the largest operators and a surge of holida...
Genting Berhad has intensified its financing activities as it works to increase its ownership of Genting Malaysia Berhad, unveiling a major notes program and issuing additional debt through two subsidiaries. Re...
New York has moved decisively against online sweepstakes casinos and sportsbooks. With S5935A now in effect, the state has formalized a prohibition on operating, promoting, or supporting dual-currency sweepstak...
Wynn Resorts’ multibillion-dollar development on Al Marjan Island continues to take shape, with new financial disclosures and construction updates offering one of the clearest looks yet at the scale and expecta...
The World Series of Poker has laid out the early portion of its 2026 WSOP Circuit calendar, confirming a wide-ranging mix of U.S. and international events to run from January through May. The rollout marks the ...
The UK's online betting and iGaming industry is currently facing a new tax structure and increasingly strict player protection rules. This article details the complex pressures shaping the response.
The reg...
Stakelogic has introduced a festive addition to its portfolio with the release of Big Sugar Bonanza Xmas, a seasonal reinterpretation of its popular candy-themed slot. The game went live on 1 December 2025 and ...
Bingo is set to appear on the Las Vegas Strip again after a long absence, with Circus Circus announcing the opening of a dedicated hall in mid-February 2026. The venue, designed for 225 players, will operate on...
Estonia has taken a significant legislative step by approving a phased reduction of its online gambling tax, setting the rate on a path from 6 percent to 4 percent over two years. The decision followed a 51–31 ...
The M Resort Spa Casino in Las Vegas marked a major milestone this week with the debut of its new hotel tower, part of an expansion that significantly increases the property’s room inventory and event capabilit...
Florida legislators are reviewing a slate of proposals aimed at restricting online gaming that falls outside the Seminole Tribe’s compact with the state. The central measure, House Bill 591, introduced by Rep. ...