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.
Caesars Sportsbook will soon be adding an extra charge for Illinois bettors. Beginning September 1, the operator will implement a 25-cent fee on every online wager placed in the state, a direct response to Illi...
Las Vegas, long celebrated as an affordable playground for travelers, is facing a downturn in visitor numbers as rising costs and controversial resort fees discourage tourists. For the first half of 2025, visit...
Flutter Entertainment plc has confirmed the immediate suspension of its real-money gaming operations in India following the sudden passage of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill. The legislation,...
The National Football League (NFL) has issued a clear directive banning players and staff from using federally regulated prediction markets to wager on NFL games. The league emphasized that these platforms, whi...
Ainsworth Game Technology (AGT) has formally withdrawn from its proposed scheme of arrangement with Novomatic AG after determining that the level of shareholder support needed to advance the plan will not be ac...
Plans are underway to transform a vacant property on Queens Road, Hastings, UK, into a new adult gaming centre operated by Merkur Slots Ltd. The proposal, recently submitted to Hastings Borough Council, details...
Fanatics Betting and Gaming is preparing to enter Missouri’s sports wagering industry through a newly announced partnership with Boyd Gaming Corporation. The companies revealed on August 25 that they have agree...
With just days remaining before the Asia Cup, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) finds itself without a title sponsor after Dream11 confirmed its withdrawal from the partnership. The decision foll...
Macau’s casino industry is riding a wave of momentum, with gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the week of August 18–24 reaching MOP$793 million (US$98.3 million) per day, according to analysts at JP Morgan. This ma...
FanDuel’s recent announcement of a partnership with derivatives marketplace CME Group has raised concerns among Nevada gaming regulators, who fear the potential legal and regulatory complications of entering th...
AvatarUX has turned up the voltage with the debut of Electric Rush, a high-energy slot experience that blends dynamic mechanics with adrenaline-fueled gameplay. Released on August 22, 2025, this title builds on...
The Indian Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its investigation into Karnataka Congress MLA K.C. Veerendra, also known as ‘Puppy’, over alleged involvement in a large-scale money laundering and illega...
The sale of Imperial Pacific International’s (IPI) Saipan casino assets has officially closed, marking a major milestone in a bankruptcy process that has stretched on for over a year. Team King Investment (CNMI...
Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), the parent company of sweepstakes platforms Chumba Casino and Global Poker, has announced its departure from the Canadian market this fall. The shutdown begins in stages and will cu...
At the first public hearing for Resorts World New York City’s (RWNYC) $5.5 billion casino expansion proposal, held at Queens Borough Hall, over 40 speakers unanimously endorsed the project. The hearing, organiz...