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.
BMM Testlabs, a global leader in gaming certification and testing, has announced a significant milestone: the company has secured full access to the U.S. Class III certification market. This achievement, 25...
Estonia’s governing coalition, led by Prime Minister Kristen Michal, has introduced a bill proposing significant reductions in the country’s gambling tax rates, with a primary goal of attracting foreign investm...
Paddy Power, part of Flutter Entertainment, has introduced its first-ever sportsbook inside a casino, marking a significant innovation in the UK gambling landscape. Located at the prestigious Hippodrome Casino ...
Ontario’s gambling landscape is set to change as the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) prepares for the closure of its Optional Slots at Racetracks Program (OSARP) by March 31, 2026. This move will i...
Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. has announced a major expansion of its real estate portfolio with the purchase of Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino in southern New Mexico. The real estate investment trust...
New York lawmakers are advancing a proposal aimed at reshaping how sports betting platforms treat their customers. Assemblymember Alex Bores introduced Assembly Bill A09125, known as the Fair Play Act, which se...
Canada's iGaming scene and it’s starting to turn heads across North America. Ontario has emerged as a major hub, boasting one of the largest regulated online gaming markets on the continent. With 50 operators ...
Sweden is preparing to implement one of Europe’s toughest restrictions on gambling-related payments. A bill introduced by the government will prohibit the use of all forms of credit for gambling, closing a loop...
Macau’s casino industry generated MOP18.3 billion (US$2.27 billion) in gross gaming revenue (GGR) during September, according to figures released by the city’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ). ...
Kalshi’s introduction of customizable same-game parlays created ripples well beyond its platform on Monday night, September 29, triggering steep stock losses for two of the largest players in the U.S. sports be...
A federal court has ruled that Apple, Google, and Meta Platforms must continue to defend themselves in lawsuits that accuse them of profiting from illegal gambling applications. The decision, issued Tuesday, Se...
Robinhood Markets Inc., best known for reshaping retail stock trading, is now preparing to take its fast-growing prediction markets business beyond U.S. borders. The company has already opened discussions with ...
After years of lobbying, millions in spending, and heated community debate, Steve Cohen’s ambitious casino proposal for the area around Citi Field has officially cleared a crucial hurdle. On Tuesday, the Hard R...
Norway’s gambling regulator has formally warned Norsk Tipping that it may impose a penalty of up to NOK 25 million after a system failure in the April 19, 2025 super draw led to 52 players being incorrectly sel...
The Kansas City Royals and sports gaming operator Underdog have entered into a multi-year agreement that grants Underdog market access for sports betting in Missouri. The partnership, announced Monday, Septembe...