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.
North Star Network (NSN), a prominent global sports media company, has made a significant move in the African market by acquiring Soccernet.ng, a leading football-focused platform in Nigeria. This acquisition m...
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has penalized DraftKings, Rush Street Interactive (RSI), and Kambi with fines totaling $40,000 for violating state wagering regulations. The infractions invol...
Imagine Live has made its entry into the Serbian iGaming market by partnering with King.rs, a prominent operator in the region. This collaboration introduces live dealer blackjack and roulette tables tailored s...
Corona Resort & Casino Phu Quoc, the only venue in Vietnam authorized to allow local citizens to gamble, has announced the temporary suspension of its locals-play program. Starting January 1, 2025, Vietname...
The potential closure of casinos in Corfu and Alexandroupoli appears imminent after Greek authorities seized the assets of their owner, Konstantinos Piladakis. The Anti-Money Laundering Authority issued the ord...
In 2023-24, GamCare’s National Gambling Helpline experienced an unprecedented rise in demand, responding to 55,228 calls and online chats—a 25% increase compared to the previous year. This milestone, highlighte...
Closing 2024 on a high note, Evoplay secured the title of Most Innovative Crash Game at the prestigious Crash Gambler’s 2024 Awards. The recognition came for the studio's groundbreaking game Adrenaline Rush: XC...
Macau gaming operator SJM Resorts has announced a “special discretionary bonus” for its employees, equivalent to one month’s salary. This bonus will be distributed on January 20, 2025, signaling the start of th...
The highly anticipated MGM Osaka integrated resort (IR), set to be one of Japan’s premier entertainment destinations, will officially commence its main construction phase in April 2025. This landmark project is...
Japan's Supreme Court has finalized the conviction of former House of Representatives member Tsukasa Akimoto, marking the end of a high-profile corruption case tied to the integrated resort (IR) initiative. Aki...
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRAI) is working closely with major banks to implement voluntary blocks on gambling-related transactions made with credit and debit cards. This initiative is part of a b...
DraftKings Inc., a major player in online sports betting, is under fire following the filing of a class action lawsuit on December 23, 2024. The suit, brought by Texas resident Eric Avila, accuses the company o...
The holiday season is heating up for slot enthusiasts as 1spin4win introduces the New Year Prize Rush, a festive network promotion running from December 20, 2024, to January 6, 2025. This promotion offers a tot...
Mark your calendars for January 27 to February 3, 2025, as poker enthusiasts from around the globe will converge at the luxurious Sheraton Hotel and Casino in San Jose, Costa Rica. The Costa Rica Poker Festival...
The Casbit Group, previously the operator of Lalabet and JungliWin online casinos, has been declared bankrupt by the Court of Curaçao. The company’s financial troubles stem from numerous unpaid debts, including...