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.

Clark’s New Casino Venture Awaits PAGCOR’s Licensing Decision

In the bustling region of Clark, a new development is on the horizon as Belle Corporation has officially expressed its intent to construct a casino, marking a potential expansion in their gaming portfolio. Whil...

Centre County’s Mini-Casino to Proceed After Supreme Court Ruling

After nearly four years embroiled in legal and bureaucratic complexities, the planned mini-casino at Centre County's Nittany Mall in Pennsylvania has finally received the green light for construction. This deve...

EA Sports Revives ‘College Football 25’ with Modern Gameplay and Authentic Athlete Likenesses

EA Sports has ignited excitement across the gaming and sports communities with the release of 'College Football 25', marking a significant return after over a decade-long hiatus. This launch is particularly mom...

Evolution Boosts US Strategy with Galaxy Gaming Acquisition

In a significant strategic move, Evolution has finalized plans to acquire Galaxy Gaming for an estimated $85 million, marking a pivotal step in its expansion strategy into the U.S. market. This acquisition is s...

Bossier City’s Live! Casino & Hotel Eyes 2025 Launch, Promising Major Economic Boost

With the target opening date set for the first quarter of 2025, the Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana in Bossier City is gearing up to become a major entertainment and gaming hub. Developed by The Cordish Comp...

AGI Invests $172 Million to Transform Manila’s Tourism with Newport Upgrade and Westside City Development

Alliance Global Group Inc. (AGI) is making a significant investment to reshape Manila's tourism and leisure landscape with $172 million allocated for upgrading the existing Newport World Resorts and developing ...

REEVO and Slotino Join Forces to Elevate Bulgarian iGaming

In a strategic move to enhance the iGaming landscape in Bulgaria, REEVO has partnered with Slotino, aiming to deliver an expansive and innovative gaming experience to the Bulgarian market. This collaboration ma...

SkyCity Auckland Casino Announces Five-Day Closure After Regulatory Breaches

SkyCity Entertainment Group will temporarily close its Auckland casino for five days in 2024, marking a significant event in New Zealand's gambling sector. This decision comes after the company admitted to brea...

OpenBet Records Stellar Performance with 140 Million Bets During Euro 2024

OpenBet, a leader in the sports betting industry, has demonstrated exceptional performance during this year’s UEFA European Football Championship, handling over 140 million bets and overseeing more than £850 mi...

iGaming Ontario’s Model Is Found Consistent With The Criminal Code By The Ontario Superior Court

iGaming Ontario, unsurprisingly, welcomed the judgement. Ontario's Supreme Court has ruled that iGaming Ontario operates in accordance with the Criminal Code.  The regulatory body for the Canadian province o...