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.

Alabama Lawmakers Halt Gambling Bill, Sponsor Predicts Decades-Long Hiatus

A sweeping effort to legalize gambling and establish a state lottery in Alabama was abruptly shelved in the state legislature, with its primary sponsor now declaring the issue effectively buried for the foresee...

Baltimore Pursues Legal Action Against Top Sportsbooks for Consumer Protection Violations

The City of Baltimore has initiated a groundbreaking lawsuit against the sports betting giants DraftKings and FanDuel. Filed in the Baltimore City Circuit Court on Thursday, April 3, 2025, the legal action accu...

Hawaii Moves Closer to Legalizing Online Sports Betting Amid Debate

Hawaii is on the verge of a significant shift in its long-standing stance against gambling, as a bill to legalize online sports betting moves closer to approval. While it won’t take effect in time for this year...

Illegal Betting on Grand National Expected to Reach Nearly £10 Million

The Grand National is expected to witness an alarming rise in illegal betting, with industry analysts projecting that nearly £10 million will be wagered through unregulated channels. This surge in illicit gambl...

Michigan Gaming Control Board Takes Action Against 11 Illegal Offshore Casinos

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ramped up its efforts to protect state residents from illegal gambling, issuing cease-and-desist orders to 11 offshore casinos operating without the necessary state ...

Kalshi Under Increasing Legal Scrutiny for Sports Prediction Markets

The regulatory storm surrounding prediction market operator Kalshi continues to intensify, with a growing number of states scrutinizing its operations. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) ha...

Trump Stands to Gain $115M If Bally’s Secures Bronx Casino License

A lucrative opportunity tied to New York City's casino licensing process may yield a significant financial boost for U.S. President Donald Trump. If Bally's Corporation is granted permission to develop a casino...

Escalating Challenges for Tribal Gaming Highlighted by California Leaders at San Diego Convention

During a pivotal session at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in San Diego, California tribal leaders, including James Siva, Chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA), and ...