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.
Prediction markets platform Kalshi Inc. found itself at the center of controversy this week after it abruptly reversed course on a claimed partnership with Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence firm, xAI. What be...
A pivotal piece of legislation aiming to completely revamp Texas’ lottery system and dissolve its embattled oversight body has taken another step forward. Senate Bill 3070, which received unanimous support in t...
Light & Wonder has significantly raised its future earnings expectations, announcing during its 2025 Investor Day that it now aims to achieve US$2 billion in adjusted EBITDA by the year 2028. This target ma...
As more competitors drop out of the downstate New York casino race, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano is calling on state officials to immediately issue casino licenses to MGM Empire City Casino in Yonkers and Resorts W...
Indonesia’s Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK) has temporarily frozen more than 28,000 bank accounts in 2024, as part of a nationwide initiative to counter illegal online gambling and oth...
Las Vegas tourism stakeholders are urging Nevada to reconsider long-standing barriers between the cannabis and casino industries, arguing that more flexible cannabis regulations could be key to revitalizing vis...
PrizePicks, North America's top daily fantasy sports (DFS) platform, has officially partnered with the Houston Astros in a move that strengthens its growing foothold in Major League Baseball. The newly announce...
Kalshi, the online prediction market known for enabling users to trade on real-world outcomes, is entering a strategic partnership with Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, xAI. This collaboration aims ...
Slotmill’s legendary Avalanche Cluster Pays mechanics has returned in a bigger and bolder form as Ragnarok 40K, offering players the chance to win up to 40,000 times their bet. Set on a mystical 5x5 grid inspir...
Underdog Fantasy has made a notable comeback in New York’s daily fantasy sports (DFS) market, relaunching its draft-style contests just two months after withdrawing amid regulatory disputes. The operator’s retu...
Hillary Clinton has voiced her support for proposed changes to Northern Ireland's charity lottery laws, highlighting the potential to bring vital funding into the region's civil society. In a video message pres...
A major proposal to build a $12 billion casino complex in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards near the High Line has been officially abandoned, following strong resistance from local residents, elected officials, and comm...
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has been selected to lead the LottoItalia consortium in a successful bid for Italy’s highly prized Lotto license, with the concession slated to extend through November 20...
Thailand stands at a crucial crossroads as global experts and economists advocate for the legalization of casino resorts, suggesting that the kingdom could significantly enhance its tourism appeal and economic ...
Stakelogic has deepened its presence in the Netherlands' regulated online gaming landscape through a new content agreement with operator Starcasino NL. This direct integration introduces both Stakelogic’s accla...