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.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has issued a fresh warning to the public concerning fraudulent activities allegedly involving Lucky 7 Bingo Corporation. Though the company holds a legit...
Nepal’s government has introduced a sweeping set of reforms through a proposed casino law that would alter how gaming establishments operate, fund, and partner with foreign entities in Nepal. These changes, emb...
Five English Premier League clubs are under scrutiny after the Gambling Commission issued formal warnings regarding their sponsorship ties to an unlicensed gambling operator. Bournemouth, Fulham, Newcastle Unit...
Bain Capital has officially initiated the sale process for Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon’s Yeongjong Island, a move driven not by strategy alone but by legal necessity. The resort’s operating entity, ...
The Philippines' once-thriving slot machine market has suffered a significant blow in early 2025, largely due to the government’s crackdown on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), which officially ceas...
New Jersey’s gaming market continued to shift online in April 2025, as internet casino platforms posted substantial gains while traditional casinos and sportsbooks experienced notable declines. According to the...
Missourians eager to place legal sports bets will have to wait until December 1, 2025, as the Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) confirmed the state will not meet any earlier launch timeline. Initially hoped to k...
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has taken enforcement action against PointsBet Australia Pty Ltd, issuing a AU$500,800 fine and mandating significant reforms after the company violated ...
Japan is stepping up efforts to combat illegal online gambling as reports reveal millions of residents wager billions of yen on overseas sports betting sites and online casinos, activities currently prohibited ...
The long-anticipated revival of the Grand Lucayan Resort has taken a significant leap forward, as Concord Wilshire Capital (CWC) signed a Heads of Agreement with the Government of The Bahamas to invest $827 mil...
Macau's public finances experienced a modest contraction during the initial four months of 2025, as overall revenue declined by 4.95% compared to the same stretch in 2024. Data released by the Financial Service...
Vietnam’s The Grand Ho Tram resort casino in Ba Ria–Vung Tau Province officially broke ground on a significant US$1 billion expansion project, marking a major milestone in the development of the southern coasta...
Bally’s has restarted construction on its $1.7 billion casino development in Chicago’s River West neighborhood after a two-week shutdown mandated by the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB). The halt was triggered by th...
As New York City advances plans to open new casinos, New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a constitutional amendment (Bill SCR130) aimed at allowing casino gaming at two prominent racetracks within the state: t...
Flutter Entertainment, the global leader in online sports betting and iGaming, announced on May 14, 2025, the completion of its acquisition of a majority 56% stake in NSX Group, the operator behind the prominen...