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.
Macau’s tax intake from casino gaming in the first six months of 2025 has reached nearly MOP$45.3 billion (US$5.60 billion), according to the latest figures published by the Special Administrative Region’s Fina...
Push Gaming has cast its line back into familiar waters with the release of Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch, a reimagined version of its fan-favorite underwater slot. This fresh installment not only captures the charm...
IGY Marinas has officially been selected as the marina operator for the high-profile Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina, located in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The announcement marks a pivotal expansi...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has issued a directive to all licensed gambling operators and related entities, ordering the removal of all gambling-related billboards and out-of-home (...
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is set to implement significant changes to its approach in calculating and enforcing financial penalties. These changes, slated for introduction on October 10, come after exten...
In a significant move for Gibraltar, the European Parliament has approved the European Commission’s proposal to remove the British overseas territory from the EU’s high-risk list of jurisdictions that face defi...
DraftKings, the popular Boston-based sports betting operator, has settled with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) following an investigation into the company's promotional practices. The se...
Efforts to undo a newly enacted tax provision affecting gambling losses came to a halt in the U.S. Senate on Thursday, as Republican lawmakers blocked a measure led by Nevada Democrat Sen. Catherine Cortez Mast...
Flutter Entertainment has officially reached an agreement to purchase Boyd Gaming Corporation’s remaining 5% ownership in FanDuel, cementing full control over the U.S.’s leading sports betting and iGaming platf...
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has revealed thrilling details about its 2025 WSOP Paradise tournament series, setting the stage for an unforgettable winter of poker action. The highlight of the series will be...
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has unveiled its fifth annual sustainability report, showing remarkable progress in both the financial and social aspects of the gambling industry. In 2024, EG...
Cirsa, a leading Spanish casino operator previously owned by Blackstone, made history on Wednesday, July 9, with a successful launch on the Barcelona Stock Exchange. The company, which operates casinos in 11 co...
Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) has ramped up its efforts to fight illegal online gambling by instructing financial institutions to freeze a staggering 17,026 bank accounts suspected of involveme...
Governor Janet Mills has chosen to delay action on a landmark bill that would authorize Maine’s tribal nations to offer online casino gaming. The measure, Legislative Document 1164 (LD 1164), cleared both chamb...
As Missouri moves toward its long-anticipated sports betting debut on December 1, 2025, major developments are unfolding in the race to secure licenses. Among the most coveted opportunities are the two untether...