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 NBA has confirmed that Miami Heat player Terry Rozier is now part of an ongoing federal investigation into unusual betting activity linked to a March 2023 game between the Charlotte Hornets and the New Orle...
On January 30, 2025, the Nevada Gaming Commission granted approval for Kambi Group PLC, a Malta-based sports betting solutions provider, to offer its services in Nevada. This approval marks a significant milest...
The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has initiated legal action against several entities involved in the development of Bally’s Chicago Casino, arguing that the offering of stock solely to minor...
Maryland legislators are once again considering the legalization of online casino gaming, a move that could generate substantial tax revenue but also raise concerns about potential economic shifts. The discussi...
The National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) has emphasized that online gambling platforms in Brazil are strictly for adults aged 18 and older. This warning comes as part of an ongoing effort to preve...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has achieved an exceptional financial milestone, reporting an all-time high of PHP 112 billion in revenue for 2024. This figure marks a significant 41% i...
VMS Group, a Hong Kong-based investment firm, has officially taken control of a 75% stake in Hoi An South Development Ltd. (HASD), the entity responsible for managing Hoiana Resort & Golf in Vietnam's Quang...
A United Kingdom High Court ruling has determined that Sky Betting & Gaming, a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, unlawfully collected and utilized a customer's data for marketing without obtaining proper...
The debate over whether to lift Nevada’s longstanding prohibition on lotteries is reigniting as state lawmakers prepare to reconsider a proposed constitutional amendment. While the measure, known as AJR5, secur...
Clarion Gaming has confirmed that the 2025 editions of ICE and iGB Affiliate in Barcelona, Spain, will set a new attendance record for any gambling industry event. According to Stuart Hunter, Managing Director ...
In a major development for Washington's sports betting scene, Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has launched a retail BetRivers Sportsbook at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge. This partnership with the Swinomish In...
BGaming has further solidified its global expansion efforts with the announcement of a new partnership with Playtech, one of the largest software providers in the online gaming industry. Through this collaborat...
Star Entertainment Group has announced the sale of its Sydney Event Centre and several other facilities located within The Star Sydney complex. The buyer, Foundation Theatres, has agreed to purchase the assets ...
Indiana lawmakers have taken a significant step toward legalizing online gambling, as the House Public Policy Committee voted 9-2 to advance House Bill 1432. The proposed legislation would authorize digital lot...
A bill that could bring a casino to Fairfax County has advanced in the Virginia State Senate. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 982, successfully passed through the Senate Finance Committee and is now set f...