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.
Novomatic AG has become one of the first gaming suppliers to receive a Gaming Related Vendor License – Tier 1 from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) in the United Arab Emirates. This li...
Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, a leading resort in the Coachella Valley, has unveiled a significant expansion of its gaming floor, adding 12,000 square feet to the existing space. This expansion will featu...
Unionized workers at Caesars Windsor, Ontario, have officially ratified a new collective agreement that promises significant improvements for nearly 1,500 employees. The three-year deal, which was approved by a...
Set to begin in Fall 2025, the new certificate and minor aim to prepare students for careers in casino and resort management by blending hospitality with real-world operational training.
University officials...
A highly anticipated project officially kicked off with the groundbreaking of the 400 Horses Casino in Polson, Montana. S&K Gaming, in collaboration with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT), ...
The bid to build a casino in the Hudson Yards district of Manhattan, New York, has taken a significant step forward. In a key decision by the City Planning Commission (CPC), the proposal to transform the Wester...
Kalshi, a federally regulated prediction market platform, has secured a key legal victory in its battle with Nevada regulators, winning a preliminary injunction that allows it to continue operating in the state...
PENN Entertainment has officially rolled out its latest digital gaming venture in Ontario with the release of theScore Casino—a standalone online casino app tailored for the province’s regulated iGaming market....
Illinois is on the brink of a major shift in its gambling industry. Lawmakers are considering the legalization of mobile gambling, a move that could significantly alter the state’s gaming landscape. Traditional...
Tilman Fertitta, the billionaire investor and majority owner of Fertitta Entertainment, has significantly increased his investment in Wynn Resorts Ltd. The Texas-based mogul recently purchased shares worth $27....
Sarkis Izmirlian, the original developer of the Baha Mar resort in the Bahamas, has achieved a significant legal victory in his long-running dispute with China Construction America (CCA). The New York Appellate...
Detroit's three major casinos collectively reported a revenue of $117.4 million for March 2025, marking a strong recovery after a disappointing February in Michigan. This figure includes earnings from table gam...
In a move to boost its international profile and attract high-end players, Resorts World Las Vegas has appointed Greg Shulman as Executive Vice President of International Marketing. The announcement, made on Ma...
Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino & Resort is set to debut the final piece of its full-service resort vision this Friday, April 11, 2025, when it opens the doors to its brand-new luxury hotel and spa. The...
Thailand’s push to introduce an Entertainment Complex Bill — legislation that would legalize casino resorts — has been temporarily put on hold, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra confirmed this week. The dec...