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 landmark election, Sam Hou Fai has been elected as Macau’s new Chief Executive, receiving an overwhelming 98.99% of the vote. The 62-year-old, who previously served as Macau’s top judge, secured 394 of the...
Macau’s gaming industry has continued its rapid recovery in 2024, with the region’s tax revenue from gaming reaching nearly MOP66.40 billion (US$8.31 billion) within the first nine months of the year, surpassin...
In a strategic move within the fantasy sports landscape, RotoUnderworld, a Fairfield, Connecticut-based analytics firm focused on fantasy sports, has successfully garnered $1.5 million during its pre-seed fundi...
Print Studios has once again ventured into the darker realms of online gaming with its latest slot release, Dreadworks. This eerie game, set in the haunted ruins of Big Jack's Toy Factory, offers a thrilling ex...
Last month, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese sparked confusion when he cited a statistic during a parliamentary session that left experts and advocates scratching their heads. Responding to a question...
Digne-les-Bains, a picturesque town in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France, is set to enhance its tourist and entertainment offerings with the construction of a new casino. This ambitious project, managed by the re...
The Drake Inquiry, established to investigate Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW), has received an extension for its deadline, now set for April 30, 2025. Originally expected to conclude by mid-December of this year, ...
In a move poised to reshape the gaming landscape across Africa, Galaxsys has officially announced a new strategic partnership with Betika, one of the continent's leading sports betting platforms. This collabora...
In a strategic operation executed late on Thursday, October 10, Philippine law enforcement captured Lyu Dong, a Chinese national deemed the "big boss" of illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Th...
NetEnt’s latest release, Rabid Randy, takes players deep into a haunted forest filled with danger and excitement. In this highly volatile game, with a Return to Player (RTP) ranging from 96.06% to 91.05%, playe...
The 2023-24 financial year marked a period of unprecedented growth for South Africa's gambling industry, with gross gambling revenue (GGR) reaching a new peak of ZAR59.3 billion. This figure represents a substa...
Florida’s sports betting environment may soon undergo significant changes as Hard Rock International, currently holding exclusive rights in the state, signals openness to forming partnerships with notable comme...
Mark your calendars for November 14th as the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol unveils its long-awaited $515 million permanent facility. This grand opening, set to transform the entertainment landscape of So...
NatsumeAtari, a well-established Japanese games developer, is making significant strides in the global gaming industry. This week, the company is showcasing its offerings for the first time at the Global Gaming...
In a landmark agreement, the American Gaming Association (AGA), European Casino Association (ECA), and the Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) have formalized their cooperation through a memorandum of understand...