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.
Relax Gaming, the well-known iGaming content supplier, has introduced its latest jackpot slot release, Groovy Knights Dream Drop. This game adds a fun and fresh disco theme to the popular Dream Drop series, com...
Shares in Hacksaw AB have commenced trading on the Nasdaq Stockholm Main Market, following the completion of a highly successful initial public offering (IPO). The company, which specializes in B2B technology p...
Star Entertainment Group has successfully gained shareholder approval for a vital AU$300 million rescue package that is poised to help the company navigate its ongoing financial turmoil. The capital infusion, w...
In a recent budget deal, New Jersey lawmakers have decided to raise taxes on online gambling and sports betting, but at a lower rate than originally proposed by Governor Phil Murphy. The agreement calls for a t...
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has introduced a new digital resource aimed at enhancing player awareness and promoting healthier gambling practices. The Play Smart Consumer Hub builds upon the AGA’s long...
Macau's Labor Affairs Bureau (DSAL) has ramped up its assistance to satellite casino employees following the announcement that all 11 satellite casinos in the city will shut down by the end of 2025. This closur...
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued a strong warning to social media influencers who promote illegal gambling services, stressing that such activities violate Australian law. Inf...
The Star Entertainment Group has made several high-profile appointments, including key roles in its executive team and subsidiary boards. These changes come at a critical time for the company as it aims to rebu...
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) has achieved an extraordinary financial feat, reporting a record $378 million in gross revenue for its 2024-25 fiscal year, surpassing the previous year's total o...
Thailand has announced new restrictions targeting casino tourism to Cambodia, implementing tougher border controls and internet service suspensions in an effort to combat transnational cybercrime. The measures ...
A growing body of research suggests that the visual environment in gambling spaces might be subtly shaping behavior, and not necessarily for the better. A recent study conducted by Flinders University and Monas...
The Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) has filed a lawsuit in Philadelphia, accusing Caesars Online Casino and Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino of using what it calls a “misleading and dangerous” bonus promoti...
Representative Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre, Mifflin) has put forward House Bill 1619, a proposal that would formally regulate skill games throughout Pennsylvania. The legislation aims to establish a framework f...
The 13 Hotel, a luxury property in Macau long associated with financial troubles and unfulfilled ambitions, has reportedly been sold after several unsuccessful sale attempts. While the buyer's identity and fina...
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has issued a fine to Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group (ALH) after three separate breaches in 2024 involving minors entering poker machine are...