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.
Prior to the state election, the NSW government had campaigned on a clear pledge to significantly reduce the number of poker machines across the state. This commitment, articulated by prominent figures like Tre...
In a significant legislative move, the North Carolina House of Representatives is currently deliberating a bill that could allow state residents to deduct gambling losses from their income taxes. This proposal,...
In a significant restructuring move, BetMGM has announced it will cut 83 jobs at its headquarters in Jersey City, New Jersey. This decision comes as the company navigates a slowdown in the sports betting market...
Embark on a spellbinding adventure with BGaming's latest creation, Alice WonderLuck, a slot game inspired by the timeless whimsy of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. This innovative game brings a fresh digit...
MGM Resorts International and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a settlement of a contentious legal dispute triggered by a severe cyberattack on MGM in September 2023, which resulted in considerable op...
Optimove, a pioneering force in AI-orchestrated marketing solutions, has recently taken a significant step to expand its gamification and customer engagement capabilities through the acquisition of Adact, a pro...
Aspire Global, operating under AG Communications Limited, is confronting severe regulatory repercussions as they have been fined £1,407,834 after an investigation by the UK Gambling Commission uncovered profoun...
After enduring a two-month hiatus, Parisian gaming clubs are poised to resume operations from March 1, buoyed by the extension of their trial period until the end of 2027. This development follows the recent ad...
Despite strong public support and potential for significant tax revenue, a proposal to legalize sports betting in Georgia met its demise in the Senate's Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee. This decisi...
After nearly two decades at the helm, Lim Kok Thay is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Genting Berhad. The company announced that Tan Kong Han, who has served as President, Chief Operating Offi...
The Queensland Government has announced a significant review of the state's racing industry, marking the most extensive evaluation of its kind in over 25 years. A newly released discussion paper seeks input fro...
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has imposed a $7,000 fine on the Peninsula Club in Dromana after it was found to have violated underage gambling regulations. The venue, operated by ...
Thailand's government has taken a significant step in revising its approach towards the legalization of casinos. In a bid to make the gaming industry more inclusive and competitive globally, the initial require...
In February 2025, Macau experienced a significant uptick in its gross gaming revenue (GGR), reaching MOP19.74 billion (approximately USD 2.46 billion). This marked a 6.8% increase from the previous year, driven...
BetMGM, a collaborative undertaking between MGM Resorts International and European-based gambling company Entain, has recently been authorized by the Nevada Gaming Commission to manage sportsbook operations acr...