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.

FanDuel Shatters Records in Washington D.C. Sports Betting with $29.7M in Wagers and $4.9M Revenue in May

In a groundbreaking turn of events, FanDuel has emerged as a dominant force in Washington D.C.'s sports betting arena, shattering records and reshaping the district's gambling landscape. Figures released by the...

Hard Rock Casino to Smash into Rockford Scene with Grand Opening Extravaganza

Rockford, Illinois is about to witness a grand spectacle as the Hard Rock Casino prepares to unveil its permanent location with a bang. Scheduled for August 29th, the grand opening ceremony promises to be an el...

D.C. Council Approves 2025 Budget, Ending Sports Betting Monopoly and Opening Market to New Operators

Washington, D.C.'s fiscal year budget for 2025 has received the nod from the Council, heralding significant changes in the realm of sports betting within the District. In a unanimous decision, council members p...

Tennessee Regulators Impose $111K in Fines on Fanatics and ZenSports for Major Compliance Breaches

Tennessee's sports betting regulators have recently sanctioned two sportsbooks with significant fines due to compliance issues, including one operator failing to maintain adequate funds to cover outstanding bet...

Massachusetts Weighs Action Against Bovada in Sports Betting Crackdown

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is deliberating on whether to join the recent trend in sports betting regulation by sending cease-and-desist letters to Bovada, an offshore sportsbook. This move aligns...

Groupe Partouche Surges Ahead: Revenue Growth and Strategic Partnerships

Leading French casino operator, Groupe Partouche, has revealed its recent financial success, including consolidated turnover achieved in Q2 of 2024 and cumulative revenue earned during the first half-year, betw...

MGCB: Detroit Casino Revenue for May $111.3 Million; Up 6.3% YOY

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has announced that Detroit's three casinos collectively generated $111.3 million in adjusted gross revenue (AGR) for May, reflecting a significant rise from the previous year's...

Philippines’ Offshore Gaming Revenue Surges with Revised Licensing

While some Philippine senators persist in advocating for the complete shutdown of the country’s offshore gaming industry, one politician is highlighting the sector's resurgence under PAGCOR’s revamped Internet ...

PAGCOR Chairman Says Shutting Down IGLs Will Not Eliminate Foreign Criminal Activity

In an extensive exploration of offshore gaming intricacies, Alejandro H. Tengco, Chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), provides nuanced insights into the evolving landsca...