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.
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) recently sanctioned Network Ten's streaming service, 10 Play, for non-compliance with gambling advertising regulations during two high-profile live sport...
What is it about online offshore casinos that attract players from all over the world? Digital gambling platforms are exciting and convenient and typically offer a wide variety of...
Macau's economy has shown significant signs of recovery in 2024, with the region's gross domestic product (GDP) reaching MOP204.3 billion (US$25.5 billion) in the first half of the year. This marks a real year-...
The Macau Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) has raised alarms over a significant increase in gambling disorder cases during the first half of 2024. According to official reports, 108 cases were registered in the cent...
Pragmatic Play Ltd, a prominent casino software company in the iGaming industry, has launched its latest online slot game, Forging Wilds. This new release is a 5x3 video slot set in a blacksmith's workshop, off...
Vietnam has decided to extend the trial period that allows its citizens to gamble at selected casinos until December 31, 2024, according to recent government reports. This extension, part of a pilot project tha...
A Massachusetts court has rejected DraftKings' attempt to dismiss a class action lawsuit, paving the way for the case to proceed. The lawsuit, filed by the Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI), accuses the B...
Ciarán Carruthers, the Chief Executive Officer of Crown Resorts, has decided to step down from his role at the Blackstone-owned casino conglomerate by the end of this year. Carruthers’ departure marks the end o...
New Haven, a city in Indiana with ambitions of becoming a more prominent tourist destination, may soon see a significant development that aligns with Mayor Steve McMichael's vision. A newsletter released by Han...
Wazdan, a top developer focused on gaming gains, is further cementing its position in Europe's mature markets with a new partnership with Italian operator CasinoMania. This collaboration marks a significant ste...
SkyCity Entertainment Group, a leading name in New Zealand’s entertainment sector, has reported a significant financial downturn, with a net loss after tax of NZ$143.3 million (US$88.3 million) for the fiscal y...
Brisbane’s Treasury Casino, a 24-hour entertainment staple housed in a heritage-listed former government office, will close permanently at midnight on Sunday, marking the end of an era almost three decades afte...
Tabcorp, Australia's largest gambling entity, has been penalized with a record $4.6 million fine and ordered to significantly reform its operations. This decision comes after the Victorian Gambling and Casino C...
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has expressed strong support for the legalization of casino resorts in Thailand, marking a significant endorsement for the gambling industry under the new leadershi...
Evoke, the owner of prominent betting entities like William Hill, has recently announced the acquisition of New Gambling Solutions (NGS), which operates Winner.ro, currently ranked as Romania’s seventh-largest ...