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.
The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission has officially granted licensing approval to Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack, paving the way for the facility’s long-anticipated debut. The grand opening has bee...
The Casino MK in Milton Keynes, which shut its doors earlier this year, is preparing for a relaunch after being acquired by Merkur Casino UK. The company confirmed that the popular venue, located at the Xscape ...
Kalshi, the federally regulated prediction market exchange, is significantly expanding its football offerings. The platform, which has so far focused mainly on moneyline-style wagers, is introducing new betting...
The Missouri Gaming Commission has officially awarded the state’s first two untethered mobile sports betting licenses to DraftKings and Circa Sports, marking a major development as the Show-Me State moves towar...
Philippine lawmakers are intensifying calls for stronger action against online gambling, warning that operators continue to find new ways to reach Filipino users despite recent regulatory crackdowns. Several se...
Bragg Gaming Group has confirmed that its systems were targeted in a cybersecurity incident discovered in the early hours of 16 August 2025. The Toronto-listed iGaming content and technology supplier said immed...
For the first time in its history, Britain’s racing industry will voluntarily shut down all fixtures for a day as part of an escalating protest against government tax reforms. On 10 September, four scheduled me...
Vietnam’s Sun Group has officially been chosen to lead a multibillion-dollar development that will transform Quang Ninh province into one of the country’s most ambitious entertainment hubs. The $2 billion casin...
As the 2025 Little League World Series unfolds in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, the organization behind the iconic youth tournament is making a firm appeal: stop gambling on games involving children.
In a stro...
Echo Park Speedway in Hampton, Georgia, is pursuing a high-stakes gamble of its own. Formerly known as Atlanta Motor Speedway, the racetrack has announced an ambitious proposal to build a $1 billion resort and ...
New Jersey’s gambling market delivered another milestone in July, recording more than $606 million in total revenue, while lawmakers simultaneously tightened regulations with a new law banning sweepstakes casin...
The Rank Group delivered a year of substantial revenue and profit growth for the 12 months ending 30 June 2025, with all parts of its business performing ahead of expectations. Looking forward, the operator exp...
Peter & Sons has expanded its online slot portfolio with the release of Dig It, a mining-themed title combining cluster pays mechanics with high-volatility gameplay and multiple feature modes. The new relea...
Plans for a new slots venue in Edinburgh’s West End have been halted after the City of Edinburgh Council’s Planning Local Review Body upheld the refusal of planning permission. The proposal, submitted by Merkur...
The U.S. lottery market exceeds $100 billion in annual spending, yet many state-run lotteries still operate on outdated systems that limit their appeal to modern players. Younger audiences increasingly turn to ...