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 has witnessed a notable increase in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in July 2024, signaling a robust recovery and a promising outlook for the remainder of the year. According to the Gaming Inspection and Coord...
Marina Bay Sands, the renowned casino resort in Singapore, is poised to elevate its luxury gaming experience by introducing VIP gaming facilities on the 53rd and 54th floors of Tower 2. Slated to launch by Sept...
U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) have recently introduced the Withdrawing Arduous Gaming Excise Rates (WAGER) Act, a pivotal piece of bipartisan legislation designed ...
Games Global has entered a significant partnership with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), setting the stage for the development of unique, branded slot games influenced by the world-renowned sports entertain...
Following prolonged discussions and minimal progress, the Massachusetts Lottery is set to embrace the digital era. Governor Maura Healey's recent approval of the nearly $58 billion state budget includes provisi...
In a significant move to reshape the gaming landscape in the Philippines, Senator Joel Villanueva has introduced Senate Bill No. 2752, dubbed the "Anti-POGO Act." This bill aims to repeal the existing law taxin...
AvatarUX's latest slot game, Depths of Fortune, invites players on an exhilarating journey beneath the sea. Unlike the studio's other games, this release steps away from the famed PopWins mechanic, offering a f...
In Pennsylvania, a significant legal challenge is emerging as twelve casino owners unite in a lawsuit to contest the state's tax regime on slot machine revenue. Filed on Monday, this action could potentially di...
DraftKings, a prominent online betting service in the United States of America, has announced the closure of its non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, only three years after its inception. This decision also af...
Online gambling and casino games take new shapes and forms on a daily basis. With the rise of digital technology and the advancements in this field, as a player, you will most likely have already noticed that y...
Brooke van Velden, Minister of Internal Affairs, announced that the New Zealand government has adopted a comprehensive approach to regulating online casinos. The new system, set to launch in early 2026, focuses...
Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider in the iGaming industry, has introduced Bow of Artemis, the newest addition to its celebrated Greek Gods series. This slot captures the essence of Artemis, the fabled ...
Since its inception eight months ago, Maine's newly legalized sports gambling market has quickly gained traction, although it's still too soon to declare its long-term success guaranteed. The ongoing Olympic Ga...
The Nevada Gaming Control Board is actively pursuing a series of regulatory enhancements and technological advancements to bolster the gaming industry and increase contributions to the state’s general fund. Thi...
As the deadline for sports betting and iGaming license applications in Brazil approaches, major industry players Big Brazil and Sportingbet have officially submitted their applications, indicating their readine...