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.

New Baccarat Side Bet Launched in Macau Casinos on 29 April 2024

Macau's Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) has approved a new baccarat side bet offering odds as high as 50 times the stake. Regulator's approval of the side bet will reportedly be welcomed by Mac...

Petersburg City Council Votes Cordish to Develop Casino Complex

After a members-only meeting that lasted over an hour and a half, the Petersburg City Council, VA, suddenly voted unanimously on April 24 to select Cordish Companies, the company with headquarters in Baltimore,...

Kiron Interactive Extends Its Partnership with Hulu Sport to Deliver Its Product in Ethiopia

A renowned developer of virtual sports and numbers games, Kiron Interactive strengthens its position in Ethiopia through a deal with Hulu Sport, a leading operator in the market.  Deal with Hulu Sport: Th...

Ukraine Blocks Over 2,500 Illegal Gambling Websites; Investigation Includes $1.2B Suspected Money Laundering Case

Following the recent military gambling ban imposed on Ukrainian soldiers over cyber security concerns, the Prosecutor General' Office reportedly reveals that the Ukrainian lawmakers continue to address the adve...

888.com to Withdraw Gambling Adverts from London’s Trains and Buses Amidst Political Campaign

Popular online casino operator 888.com reportedly decides to withdraw adverts from London's transport network following the gambling harm claims and the criticism of the UK capital's mayor Sadiq Khan raised for...

Athletes from Iowa Accuse Sports Betting Investigators of Using Unauthorized Tools During Investigation, Civil Lawsuit Filed

Iowa and Iowa State athletes decided to enter a battle against the state and hired attorneys Van Plumb and Matthew Boles to file a civil lawsuit against the state and its public safety and criminal investigatio...

PAGCOR’s Gaming Revenue Hits All-Time High in Q1 2024

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) revealed on April 28 that it managed to hit an all-time record in gaming revenue of Php25.24bln, roughly US$437m, for the 3-month period leading to March 31 of...

Philippine Senator Files Proposal to Ban POGOs over Human Trafficking Concerns

Philippine Senator Risa Hontiveros has called on the country's legislature to immediately ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations, known as POGOs, over human trafficking concerns allegedly raised after the re...

Wazdan Invites Players to Mysterious Jungle in Latest Video Slot: Mighty Wild: Panther Grand Gold Edition

One of the leading developers of slot games enriched with captivating gameplay and impressive jackpots, popular all over the world, Wazdan, delivered a new title Mighty Wild: Panther Grand Gold Edition. The lau...

Mohegan Digital Debuts New iGaming Platform in Pennsylvania to Offer Fresh iGaming Experience for Players

Recently, Mohegan Digital, the online gaming arm of Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, officially debuted a fresh online gaming platform in the Keystone State. The firm revealed its dedicated website called Pl...

Nevada Gaming Income Down in March; First Drop in 8 Months

According to profit data released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) on April 25, gaming earnings collected by the state has seen a drop over the past month. In addition, the drop occurred for the 1st ti...

Kambi Signs Long-Term Agreement with Choctaw Nation for Sports Betting Solutions

A reputable provider of premium sports betting services, Kambi Group plc, has entered a B2C partnership with one of the largest tribal gaming operators in the United States, the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Unde...