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.

Legal Showdown: The Talisman Group Secures Key Victory in Baccarat Distribution Dispute

In a notable legal confrontation within the casino gaming industry, The Talisman Group, LLC, known for its creation of the no-commission baccarat game EZ Baccarat, achieved a pivotal victory in its ongoing lega...

Melco Resorts Evaluates Strategic Alternatives for City of Dreams Manila

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited, a prominent player in the integrated resort sector in Asia and Europe, is currently assessing various strategic alternatives for its Philippine venture, City of Dreams...

Rush Street Interactive Reports 2024 Growth With Strong Q4 Performance

Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has reported significant financial growth for 2024, with total revenue reaching $924.1 million, reflecting a 34% year-over-year increase. The online casino and sports betting opera...

Relax Gaming Boosts Latin American Presence with Strategic Market Entries and New Games

Relax Gaming, the acclaimed iGaming aggregator and unique content supplier, has significantly expanded its footprint in Latin America by launching its services in Brazil and Peru on January 1st. This move is pa...

New Jersey’s Proposed Tax Hike on Online Gambling Sparks Industry Backlash

In a bold fiscal move, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed significant tax increases on online sports betting and internet gambling, sparking widespread concern among casinos and betting firms. The pro...

Iris Capital Moves to Acquire Reef Casino Trust in $130M Takeover Bid

In a bold move to expand its footprint in the Australian casino and hospitality sector, Iris Capital, led by Sam Arnaout, has proposed a significant acquisition of the Reef Casino Trust. This initiative is part...