Gaming Industry News

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.

Minnesota Lawmakers Renew Effort to Legalize Sports Betting

Minnesota’s lawmakers are once again aiming to legalize sports betting, a long-debated issue in the state. This time, proponents are hopeful that the bill will pass during the current legislative session, but c...

PAGCOR Shuts Down Two Loss-Making Casino Filipino Locations

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has decided to close two of its Casino Filipino gaming sites due to persistent financial losses. The closures are part of the agency's ongoing rationaliz...

SkyCity Entertainment Resolves Long-Running South Australian Tax Dispute with AU$38.1 Million Settlement

SkyCity Entertainment Group has successfully reached a resolution with the South Australian government, bringing an end to a prolonged and complicated legal and tax dispute. The dispute, which revolved around t...

Underdog Secures Multi-Year Extension for Gil’s Arena, Targeting ESPN’s First Take Viewership

Underdog, a rapidly expanding force in sports gaming and media, has announced a multi-year contract renewal with the entire cast of Gil’s Arena, reinforcing its commitment to the show’s continued success. This ...

Nevada Gaming Commission Delays Decision on Nicole Bowyer’s Penalties

The Nevada Gaming Commission is currently deliberating over the penalties to be imposed on Nicole Bowyer, the wife of an illegal bookmaker involved in a high-profile gambling scandal. The delay comes as the Com...

Kambi Group Secures Approval for Sports Betting Operations in Nevada

On January 30, 2025, the Nevada Gaming Commission granted approval for Kambi Group PLC, a Malta-based sports betting solutions provider, to offer its services in Nevada. This approval marks a significant milest...

Lawsuit Challenges Bally’s Chicago’s Minority-Only Investment Offering

The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has initiated legal action against several entities involved in the development of Bally’s Chicago Casino, arguing that the offering of stock solely to minor...

Maryland Lawmakers Debate Online Casino Expansion Amid Concerns

Maryland legislators are once again considering the legalization of online casino gaming, a move that could generate substantial tax revenue but also raise concerns about potential economic shifts. The discussi...

PAGCOR Reports Historic Financial Growth in 2024, Surpassing PHP 112 Billion in Revenue

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has achieved an exceptional financial milestone, reporting an all-time high of PHP 112 billion in revenue for 2024. This figure marks a significant 41% i...