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.
Play’n GO has launched Crystal Hall, its latest slot game, transporting players into a realm filled with gleaming gems and otherworldly symbols set in a magnificent hall. This addition to their portfolio merges...
DraftKings has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024, showcasing significant revenue growth alongside increased operating losses. The company reported a total annual revenue o...
The State Lottery of Rio de Janeiro (Loterj) has issued an ordinance suspending all betting operations beyond the state's borders. This decision follows a ruling by Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça, who ord...
In a recent legislative session, the Hawaii State Legislature took a firm stance by indefinitely deferring a bill aimed at legalizing casino gambling within the state. This decision puts a pause on Senate Bill ...
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority has announced its financial outcomes for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, ending December 31, 2024. The results indicate substantial growth in revenue and successful advance...
MGM Resorts International and its partners have officially begun work on Japan’s first casino-integrated resort in Osaka. The groundbreaking ceremony for the ambitious project will take place on April 24, marki...
WinView Technology, Inc. has taken a bold step by filing patent infringement lawsuits against two major players in the sports betting industry, DraftKings and FanDuel. The legal actions, filed in the District o...
For the third consecutive year, legislative efforts to introduce a casino in Fairfax County have failed. The latest attempt, Senate Bill 982, aimed at expanding Virginia’s casino-eligible localities to include ...
In a significant regulatory action, the UK's Gambling Commission has imposed a £95,450 fine on Merkur Slots UK. This penalty stems from the company's failure to adhere to social responsibility obligations after...
Aristocrat Leisure Limited has successfully completed the sale of Plarium Global Limited to Modern Times Group (MTG), marking a pivotal shift in its business strategy. Announced back in November 2024, this move...
At a recent state legislative hearing, explosive allegations surfaced against the Texas Lottery Commission and its former director, implicating them in a scheme that purportedly facilitated a massive $95 millio...
In Texas, the debate over gambling expansion has been reignited with lawmakers considering two pivotal resolutions, House Joint Resolution 134 (HJR 134) and House Joint Resolution 137 (HJR 137). These legislati...
Former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Brian Quintenz has been chosen by former President Donald Trump to head the federal commodities regulator. Quintenz, who previously served at the ...
The Mississippi Senate has taken a firm stance against online sweepstakes casinos, advancing legislation that would make such operations illegal statewide. Senate Bill 2510 (SB 2510), introduced by Senator Joey...
Digital assets are changing the face of the casino gaming industry and providing new opportunities for players, developers, and operators. The implementation of digital assets like cryptocurrencies and NFTs is ...