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.

Wazdan’s new Power of Gods: Medusa Hold the Jackpot online slot a “feast for the eyes and a pleasure to play”

Online casino games supplier Wazdan has launched the fourth installment in its "electrifying" mythology-inspired series via Power of Gods: Medusa, which, according to the Malta-based slots specialist, "could ve...

Swintt’s new Santa vs Aliens online slot “fresh spin on standard Christmas fare”

A muscle bound version jolly old St Nick and comic-style visuals is what you'll get with online casino software provider Swintt's latest title Santa vs Aliens, where a "fresh spin on the standard Christmas fare...

Chicago gets down to considering five casino proposals from three hopefuls

As part of the campaign to bring a large casino to downtown Chicago and a trio of companies have reportedly submitted five proposals that are to now be considered by the office of mayor Lori Lightfoot (pictured...

Playson continues Italy push via William Hill online slots agreement; deatils Festive Season 80k promotion

In a move that strengthens its position in the "crucial" Italian market, online casino software developer Playson has teamed up with William Hill via a recent content agreement. Under the terms of the partne...

EGBA criticizes Finland’s block on foreign online payment service providers

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has described Finland’s decision to implement legislation blocking foreign payment providers from being able to offer their services to local iGaming aficionad...

Nevada Gaming Commission signs off on Palms Casino Resort sale

The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is reportedly well on its way to becoming the first Native American tribe with a Las Vegas casino resort after having its deal to purchase the Palms Casino Resort unanimou...

Yggdrasil partners Kaizen Gaming for Greek market; launches YG Masters partner Bang Bang Games new Jumbo Jellies online slot

Following the launch of its latest collaborative effort with Bang Bang Games, Yggdrasil has agreed a major iGaming content distribution deal with leading gaming technology company, Kaizen Gaming. In addition to...