Gaming Industry News

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.

Philippines Boosts AML Efforts Post-FATF Delisting, Eyes iGaming Risks

The Philippines has marked a significant advancement in its financial oversight mechanisms by exiting the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) gray list, a move that reflects its strengthened anti-money launder...

Apollo’s IGT Acquisition Moves Forward as Mega Millions Ticket Price Increases

International Game Technology (IGT) is undergoing a significant transformation as Apollo Global Management proceeds with its $6.3 billion acquisition of the company’s gaming and digital business. The transactio...

Louisiana’s Gaming Sector Shows Mixed Results in January Analysis

January offered a complex financial landscape for Louisiana's gaming industry, as reported by the Louisiana State Police Gaming Audit Section. The month saw fluctuations across different sectors, from riverboat...

Missouri Sports Betting Delayed to Fall 2025 Following Rule Rejection

Missouri’s sports betting launch, initially expected in early summer 2025, has been postponed after the state’s proposed emergency regulations were rejected. The Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) announced that ...

Hong Kong to Consider Legalization of Basketball Betting to Address Fiscal Deficit

In an effort to mitigate its nearly HK$100 billion (US$12.9 billion) fiscal deficit, Hong Kong's finance chief is reportedly considering the legalization of basketball betting, a move anticipated to significant...

NetBet Denmark Expands Gaming Portfolio with Blueprint Gaming Partnership

NetBet Denmark, a premier online casino destination, is excited to announce a significant partnership with Blueprint Gaming, a renowned casino game provider. This collaboration marks a pivotal step in NetBet De...

New Jersey Expands Betting into Esports, Eyes Economic Growth

New Jersey is poised to become a pioneer in the integration of esports within regulated sports wagering, as state legislators consider a transformative bill that would enable adults to legally place bets on the...