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.

Chinese Police Intensify Crackdown on Euro 2024 Illegal Gambling Rings

As football enthusiasts around the globe immerse themselves in the UEFA European Championship (Euro 2024), Chinese authorities have been actively disrupting a surge of illegal online gambling activities associa...

US Tax Authority Announces Northern Marianas Gaming Regulator Owes $5.8M in Taxes

The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has filed a federal tax lien against the Commonwealth Casino Commission (CCC) of the Northern Mariana Islands, claiming over $5.8 million in unpaid taxes dating back to 202...

Waterfront Philippines Inc. Nears Completion of Manila Hotel and Casino Reconstruction by 2025

Waterfront Philippines Inc. is poised to complete the Waterfront Manila Hotel and Casino reconstruction by the end of next year. This project, which has faced several delays, will see its first phase completed ...

Rivers Casino Portsmouth Penalized $545,000 for Violations Spanning Multiple Occurrences

Rivers Casino Portsmouth has been hit with substantial fines following a series of regulatory violations identified by the Virginia Lottery over the past year. The casino has agreed to pay a total of $545,000 i...

Pragmatic Play Launches Mega Sic Bac and Expands Live Casino Reach with OneCasino

Pragmatic Play, a prominent content provider in the iGaming industry, has announced the launch of Mega Sic Bac, an innovative new Live Casino game that promises thrilling gameplay and unique betting options. Th...

Finland Plans to Reform Gambling Laws: Veikkaus Oy Monopoly to be Restructured Under New Licensing System

The Ministry of the Interior is seeking public comments on a draft government proposal for a new gambling act, a key reform initiative outlined in the Government Programme. Under this proposal, Veikkaus Oy will...

Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Advances $275 Million Expansion with Hotel Tower Milestone

Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River is making significant progress in its ambitious $275 million expansion project. Last week, the company celebrated a major milestone with a Topping Out Ceremony for its new 12-stor...

Evolution Launches Live Casino Games in Delaware with Rush Street Interactive

Evolution announced the launch of its online live casino services for players in Delaware’s regulated gaming market. This significant development is in partnership with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a prominen...

Bragg Gaming Group Launches HardRockCasino.nl in the Netherlands

Bragg Gaming Group has officially launched HardRockCasino.nl in the Dutch market, marking a significant milestone with the deployment of its advanced player account management (PAM) software to the renowned bra...

Paradise Group in South Korea Unveils Major Expansion Plans for Travel and Casino Sectors

Paradise Group is set to revolutionize customer experiences by introducing innovative travel products and enhancing its casino offerings, with a strong emphasis on attracting international visitors. The hotel o...