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.
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...
Winna.com, a crypto-focused gaming platform, has successfully raised $15 million in a seed funding round. This substantial investment aims to support the platform's ambitious growth plans and enhance its offeri...
Betfred, a leading British sportsbook, is scaling back its operations in the United States, further reducing its footprint as the challenges for smaller betting operators intensify. Recent closures include the ...
The highly anticipated Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will officially open its doors on February 13, 2025, pending approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. This $270 million project will mark the a...
Evolution Gaming, a global leader in live casino solutions, is under scrutiny as the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has launched a formal review of its operating license. The investigation stems from concerns th...
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has reported unprecedented achievements for the U.S. commercial gaming sector in 2024, positioning the industry for further expansion in 2025. Total revenue is projected to...
Crypto.com has announced the debut of its pioneering sports event trading product in the United States, marking a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency trading platform. This innovative feature enables u...
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has levied a £700,000 fine on BMO Manx Limited for significant compliance failures related to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (C...
JPMorgan Chase has divested its stake in Star Entertainment, an Australian casino group grappling with mounting regulatory, operational, and financial difficulties. The gaming company’s recent exchange filing c...
Arizona's tribal gaming sector continues its strong performance, with the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) reporting (pdf) $42,508,200 in contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of f...
Jamaica is set to mark a significant milestone in its tourism sector with the announcement of the country’s first casino, scheduled to open at Princess Resorts in late 2025. The development, revealed by Managin...
The Mississippi Gaming Commission recently granted conditional site approval for the Tullis Garden Hotel and Casino project in Biloxi. This decision, made during a meeting in Jackson, allows the developers to m...
Massachusetts casinos and sports betting operations combined for a significant financial milestone in November 2024, generating over $181 million in revenue. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission's latest report ...
Macau experienced a tourism surge over the three-day holiday weekend from December 20 to 22, 2024, with 312,035 visitors entering the city, according to data released by the Public Security Police. The mileston...
On the heels of launching its latest video slot, Outsourced: Payday, Nolimit City is celebrating a new milestone with the approval of a B2B license from the Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden). This l...