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.
MGM Resorts International has posted another impressive set of financial results for the third quarter of 2025, showcasing growth across various business segments, notably MGM China. The company’s consolidated ...
This year, the iGaming industry converged in Valletta, Malta for SiGMA Euro-Med 2025, one of its most significant events. The three-day summit attracted thousands of professionals from various sectors, includin...
Norfolk’s long-awaited casino project has taken a significant step forward as the Virginia Lottery Board granted the casino operators their official gaming license on Wednesday. This approval marks a major mile...
In September 2025, Las Vegas witnessed a notable downturn in both tourism and gaming revenues, continuing a trend of declining figures that began earlier in the summer. According to the Las Vegas Convention and...
The Dutch online betting platform BetCity, owned by Entain, has been ordered to pay a €2.65 million fine after the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) determined that the operator failed to comply with respons...
Oklahoma’s long-running debate over whether to legalize sports wagering has added a prominent new stakeholder to the mix: the Oklahoma City Thunder. With efforts in the state Legislature still stalled, the NBA ...
For decades, bingo carried the reputation of being a community hall pastime, associated with gatherings at local centers or church events. Fast forward to 2025, and the game has undergone a remarkable transform...
Every gambler dreams of the absurdly lucky break, the kind that makes the rest of the room stop spinning for a second. In Tampa, that dream actually landed. A woman placed an 88-cent bet on a Jade Wind slot mac...
The surge in online casino popularity highlights a notable trend: platforms operating without self-exclusion systems. These casinos offer a unique gaming experience by providing fewer restrictions, but they als...
The New Zealand government has taken action to address public concerns regarding the Online Casino Gambling Bill by ensuring that a portion of revenue from offshore casino operators will be redirected to suppor...
Red Rock Resorts is expanding its flagship Durango Casino & Resort in southwest Las Vegas with a bold $385 million development plan. This follows the casino's impressive performance during the third quarter...
A new class action lawsuit has been filed against rapper Drake, influencer Adin Ross, and the sweepstakes platform Stake.us, accusing them of deceptive, fraudulent, and unlawful promotion of an online gambling ...
A new player is about to enter the iGaming sector, as a team of seasoned industry professionals has launched Big Daddy Gaming, a slot development studio set to bring innovative designs and a fresh approach to t...
The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation is intensifying its scrutiny of the NBA, pressing Commissioner Adam Silver for transparency in the league’s handling of gambling-related miscon...
President Donald Trump’s media company is entering the booming world of prediction markets through a partnership with Crypto.com, marking another expansion of his growing technology enterprise. The collaboratio...