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.
In a significant expansion of its brand portfolio, easyGroup has announced its entry into the UK sports betting market with the launch of easyBet.net. This initiative represents a strategic move to leverage the...
Plans to legalize casino entertainment complexes in Thailand have been delayed, with the government opting to hold further discussions with coalition partners and stakeholders before moving forward. The propose...
France’s plan to legalize online casinos has been put on hold following significant opposition from industry stakeholders and regional authorities. The government, under Prime Minister Michel Barnier, initially...
In Rockford, Illinois, a significant push by a coalition of labor unions at Hard Rock Casino Rockford has called for the management to acknowledge and negotiate with unionized employees rather than spend resour...
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) have taken their long-standing collaboration to the next level by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formalizing their joint effo...
The sports betting industry in Asia is experiencing substantial growth, fueled by increasing interest in football and basketball, as detailed in a recent study by the International Betting Integrity Association...
Swedish gaming operator Cherry AB is exploring options to sell its online casino and sports betting subsidiary, ComeOn Group, as part of a strategic shift in focus. Cherry, owned by private equity firm Bridgepo...
BETBY, a leading innovator in sportsbook solutions, proudly announces significant expansions to its eSim portfolio with the introduction of two dynamic new titles: Blitz Basketball and Super Over Cricket. This ...
In a significant legal development, China Construction America (CCA), through a New York-based communications firm, announced its intention to challenge a ruling from the Supreme Court of the State of New York....
In a noteworthy legal development, the U.S. District Court in Nevada has decisively dismissed a comprehensive lawsuit filed against the Las Vegas Strip casino, Resorts World Las Vegas, and its former top execut...
Ever since Ontario legalized online casinos back in April 2022, the iGaming scene in the province has gone from strength to strength, and has rapidly become one of North America’s leading online gambling market...
Thailand is on the brink of a significant transformation in its entertainment and tourism sector with the upcoming submission of the draft law on entertainment complexes, now being termed the Integrated Resort ...
Las Vegas Sands Corp. has unveiled plans for a groundbreaking development in Singapore, christening the project Marina Bay Sands IR2. This new venture, set to redefine the integrated resort landscape, involves ...
In anticipation of Brazil’s regulated sports betting market launch in January 2025, a landmark agreement has been forged between Kambi Group plc, a global leader in premium sports betting technology, and Rei do...
One of the biggest concerns for any gambler is whether they’ll be able to cash out their winnings without any issues. While the majority of casinos honor their payouts, there are instances where a casino might ...