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.
Playtech has announced that it anticipates adjusted EBITDA of no less than €90 million for the first half of its 2025 financial year, according to a recent trading update. While this forecast reflects a sharp d...
Marina Bay Sands Pte Ltd, the operator behind Singapore’s iconic Marina Bay Sands resort, has been fined SGD100,000 (approximately US$77,300) by the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) for launching casino-rela...
Macau’s casino industry is thriving, as the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) reports that gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached a remarkable MOP 22.13 billion (USD 2.73 billion) in July 2024. This ...
The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) has reported a historic gross gaming revenue (GGR) of $43.9 billion for the fiscal year 2024, marking a $2 billion increase from the previous year. This record-break...
Star Entertainment, the Australian casino operator, has suffered a significant setback with the failure of its deal to sell its 50% stake in the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane casino and hotel development. The agreemen...
Online casinos have one shot to make a good impression on visitors. According to UX research, most people decide whether they’re going to stay with an online casino or leave within the first 10 minutes.
The ...
Billionaire businessman Tilman Fertitta has decided to put his ambitious plans for a luxury casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip on hold, citing a potential conflict of interest with his substantial stake in Wy...
Amid mounting concerns over the integrity of professional sports in Ohio, Governor Mike DeWine has formally requested that the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) remove all player prop bets from the state’s ...
Grandview Casino in Macau’s Taipa district has officially closed, marking a significant step in the city’s transition away from its longstanding satellite casino model. The shutdown occurred just before midnigh...
New York City Mayor Eric Adams took the unprecedented step of vetoing a recent City Council decision that rejected Bally’s $4 billion casino proposal for a site in Ferry Point Park, Bronx. This veto marks the f...
The Gambling Control Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 70 of 2023), currently under debate in Kenya's National Assembly, has sparked intense discussions among lawmakers. The Bill aims to overhaul the country’s g...
A newly introduced bill in New Jersey aims to curb the risks associated with micro-betting, a fast-paced form of in-game sports wagering. Assemblyman Dan Hutchison, a key proponent of the bill, introduced Assem...
MGM Resorts International achieved its highest-ever consolidated net revenues for the second quarter of 2025, driven by strong international performances and an expansion in various key sectors. The company's c...
Australian wagering firm Betr Entertainment has intensified its efforts to acquire PointsBet, announcing an upgraded all-scrip offer that places a higher per-share value than the rival bid from MIXI Australia. ...
Former NBA standout Gilbert Arenas was taken into federal custody this week on charges tied to a high-stakes illegal poker ring that allegedly operated out of a luxury mansion he owned in Encino, California. Th...