Gaming Industry News

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.

Relax Gaming Unveils Innovative Relax Vantage Online Platform for Seamless Integration

Relax Gaming, a leading iGaming aggregator and content supplier has launched its latest innovation, Relax Vantage, a state-of-the-art business platform designed to revolutionize the integration process for both...

Hard Rock Digital Launches ‘Roll With Us’ Campaign Featuring Post Malone

Hard Rock Digital has officially launched its fall campaign, “Roll With Us,” spotlighting its flagship sportsbook and iGaming platform, Hard Rock Bet. The campaign, which aims to redefine the online betting exp...

Norfolk’s Proposed Resort Casino Undergoes Changes: A Name Rebrand and Design Adjustments

In a recent Architectural Review Board (ARB) meeting on Monday, August 19th, the development team behind Virginia’s long-awaited casino project hinted that the name “Headwaters Resort & Casino” might no lon...

Proposed Casino Cosmopol Closure Could Escalate Illegal Gambling in Sweden

Spelinspektionen, the Swedish gambling regulator, has expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed discontinuation of Casino Cosmopol, Sweden's state-owned land-based casino. The government's decision ...

Nebraska Lawmakers Urge Caution as Online Sports Betting Debate Heats Up

As Nebraska navigates the new terrain of legalized casinos, the spotlight on gambling within the state intensifies, especially with the sports and entertainment industry booming nationwide. However, some local ...

Bally Bet Debuts in Massachusetts with Promising July 2024 Revenue Figures

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has unveiled the gaming revenue figures for July 2024, revealing a robust performance across the state's casino and sports wagering sectors. The report indicates that the thr...

DraftKings Backs Missouri Sports Betting Initiative with $3.5 Million Donation

In a significant move to sway Missouri voters towards legalizing sports betting, the campaign has received a substantial financial boost. DraftKings' parent company, DK Crown Holdings, has contributed $3.5 mill...

New Jersey Sees 8% Growth in Total Gaming Revenue in July 2024; In-Person Remains Down

New Jersey's gaming sector experienced an 8.2% increase in total gaming revenue in July 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to the latest figures from the state Division of Gaming Enforcement....

MGM Resorts and Grupo Globo Partner to Enter Brazil’s Thriving Sports Betting Market

MGM Resorts International, a global leader in gaming and entertainment, has partnered with Grupo Globo, Latin America's largest media conglomerate, to establish a new venture aimed at securing a sports betting ...