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 Jersey Gaming Landscape Shift: Online Betting Revenue Tops Atlantic City In-Person Casino Win in Febuary

In an emerging trend within New Jersey's gaming landscape, February 2025 witnessed online gaming revenues surpassing those from in-person casino activities. This shift is highlighted by the New Jersey Division ...

Belle of Baton Rouge Rebrands as Bally’s, Adds Sportsbook & 350 New Jobs

The Belle of Baton Rouge, a longstanding symbol of hospitality and gaming in Louisiana's capital, has undergone a significant transformation. Now rebranded as Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel, this change marks a majo...

Thailand Reveals Four Entertainment Complex Sites in Major Tourism Expansion

In a bold move to reshape its tourism landscape, Thailand has identified Bangkok, Chon Buri, Chiang Mai, and Phuket as the inaugural sites for its ambitious entertainment complexes. Spearheaded by a special com...

Missouri Sets May Date for Sports Betting Licenses

As Missouri gears up to introduce sports betting, the state’s Gaming Commission is setting its sights on a pivotal May 15 deadline for accepting license applications. This move comes after a slight delay caused...

2Tribal Unveils Pioneering Digital Gaming Technologies for Native American Tribes

In a significant development for the tribal gaming industry, 2Tribal has announced its debut, positioning itself as a frontrunner in digital gaming solutions exclusively for Native American tribes. This initiat...

Comprehensive Survey Reveals Extensive Online Casino Gambling Among Millions in Japan

In a groundbreaking study, the National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has disclosed startling figures on the scope of online casino gambling within the nation. An estimated 3.37 million Japanese citizens have en...

Kalshi Expands Event-Based Betting Options as NCAA March Madness Approaches

As the fervor of March Madness approaches, Kalshi, a notable prediction market operator, has introduced a novel betting model in the form of single-game event contracts for this week's NCAA conference tournamen...