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.
Fanball, a premier destination for daily fantasy sports, proudly introduced its latest innovation: Fanball Winners by Erin Andrews. This unique daily fantasy football game is designed specifically with the U.S....
Signing Day Sports, Inc., known for its innovative app assisting high school athletes in recruitment, has announced a pivotal acquisition of 95-99% of Swifty Global, a key player in the sports and casino techno...
MGM Resorts has officially applied for a casino license in the United Arab Emirates, making it the first known operator to take such a step in this burgeoning market. This announcement came directly from MGM's ...
Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), the online casino powerhouse founded by billionaire Laurence Escalante, is branching out into the lottery sector after reporting a robust 30% increase in profits, fueled by its succ...
In a significant development for Illinois' horse racing and gaming industry, the Illinois Racing Board has approved Accel Entertainment's acquisition of FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, formerly known as Fa...
Sportradar, a leader in sports data and betting solutions, is set to expand its offering with the introduction of micro markets for ATP tennis matches starting in October 2024. This new development, created in ...
Michigan's online gambling market continues to thrive, with the state's iGaming sector leading a significant revenue increase in August. The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) revealed that the total gross re...
Citigroup has adjusted its estimate for Macau’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) for September, reducing its forecast from MOP$18.25 billion to MOP$17.75 billion (US$2.21 billion). This change follows a significant 1...
Bettors in North Carolina may soon find a wider variety of wagering options, thanks to recent developments in the state's regulatory landscape. On Wednesday, the North Carolina State Lottery Commission’s sports...
SpinOn, the rising iGaming studio, has once again teamed up with Yggdrasil, expanding their presence in the industry by launching a new collaboration effort, Book of Evil. As part of Yggdrasil’s prestigious YGG...
Sky Betting & Gaming has come under scrutiny after unlawfully sharing customer data with advertising companies, leading to a formal reprimand (pdf) by the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). This ...
Crown Resorts is exploring the potential sale of its renowned Capital Golf Club, part of its broader strategy to stabilize finances amid a challenging economic period. The prestigious 18-hole course, located in...
A new study has revealed that up to £4.3 billion is being wagered annually by 1.5 million Brits on the UK’s growing black market for gambling. The research, conducted by Frontier Economics and commissioned by t...
AvatarUX, a leader in online slot innovation, has unveiled its latest creation, Sweet Gummy, a game that transports players into a vibrant candy shop brimming with playful jelly creatures and unique gameplay fe...
La Française des Jeux (FDJ), France's leading gaming operator, has announced an important update regarding its acquisition of Kindred Group. The acceptance period for the public offer, initially set to expire o...