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.
In a sharp and highly personal rebuke, Australian billionaire James Packer has delivered one of his most forceful public critiques to date, accusing state regulators and former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews ...
Canada’s iGaming scene continues to expand, growing at a rapid pace due to the consumer trends and behaviours that are being experienced. The industry has become mobile-first for many players, while the impleme...
Macau experienced another strong month of tourism in October, with the city reporting just over 3.47 million visitor arrivals. According to the latest data released by Macau’s Statistics and Census Bureau, the ...
Efforts to establish a gambling arcade on Ballyfermot Road have reignited tensions in the west Dublin suburb, as residents and local representatives express deep frustration over the latest attempt to redevelop...
Swintt is bringing a hearty serving of holiday cheer to online slot fans with Extra Win X Thanksgiving, a retro-inspired addition to the developer’s Premium lineup. The game blends the instantly recognizable 3×...
Fanatics is preparing to expand its business into the rapidly evolving prediction markets space, confirming plans to launch an event-contract product in collaboration with Crypto.com. The announcement was made ...
William Hill is preparing to pull out of a broad group of international markets as parent company Evoke moves forward with an extensive realignment of its global footprint. Beginning 2 December, the operator wi...
Macau’s latest fiscal planning documents outline a fresh set of expectations for the gaming sector in 2026, placing projected gross gaming revenue at MOP236 billion (US$29.43 billion). The estimate appears acro...
The path has been cleared for Bally’s Corporation to take a substantial ownership position in The Star Entertainment Group after regulators in both New South Wales and Queensland signed off on extensive probity...
The UK Gambling Commission has issued a £650,000 financial penalty and a formal warning to Videoslots—now operating under the Immense Group name—after uncovering what it described as substantial shortcomings in...
Representatives from Happy Valley Casino offered a first look at updated renderings and operational details for the new gambling venue at Nittany Mall during a Wednesday hearing in Harrisburg. The announcement ...
In a sweeping move, MPs on the Treasury Select Committee have urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to raise taxes on gaming products and online casinos. The move comes as online casino revenue figures continue to gro...
SJM Holdings has reshaped its satellite casino strategy, announcing that it will complete the purchase of L’Arc Hotel and Casino L’Arc Macau while ceasing efforts to acquire Ponte 16. The decision marks a signi...
Republican leaders in Wisconsin abruptly halted progress on Assembly Bill 601, a proposal that would have legalized online sports betting through tribal partnerships, just hours before a planned vote. The decis...
Australia is confronting a dramatic escalation in its illegal offshore gambling market, with new data showing losses have more than doubled since 2019. Research conducted by H2 Gambling Capital for Responsible ...