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.
Liquor & Gaming New South Wales (L&GNSW) has launched a dedicated compliance initiative to prevent minors from accessing casinos, gambling, or consuming alcohol in the Australian state during the busy h...
Hacksaw Gaming’s latest release, Donut Division, is an innovative slot that combines engaging features, sticky gameplay, and plenty of bonus opportunities. Players spin on a 6-reel, 5-row grid featuring 19 payl...
Mainland China and Macau have joined forces to crack down on illegal foreign exchange operations and related crimes, dismantling 263 syndicates and identifying illicit funds exceeding RMB800 billion (approximat...
Veikkaus, Finland’s state-run gaming company, has reaffirmed its commitment to Finnish ice hockey by extending its partnership with the Finnish Ice Hockey Association through 2030. This comprehensive agreement ...
Revo Casino and Social House is set to transform Lebanon, New Hampshire, as it opens its doors on Miracle Mile next week. The venue, a $10.5 million renovation of a former car dealership, introduces a dynamic m...
Soft2Bet, a leading iGaming solutions provider, has launched its Seasonal Christmas engine, powered by its proprietary Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA) platform. This festive addition is desig...
The Brazilian government has taken a decisive step in regulating its betting industry, approving 71 federal licenses for online operators as the country moves toward launching its regulated market on January 1,...
Play’n GO, a global leader in casino gaming, has announced a new partnership with PointsBet, a prominent operator in Ontario. This collaboration expands Play’n GO’s reach in the Canadian market, bringing its po...
For the third month in a row, Tennessee’s sports betting market achieved record-breaking results in November, surpassing previous highs in both betting handle and tax revenue. Gross wagers during the month reac...
The Nevada Gaming Control Board is evaluating updates to regulations governing private gaming salons, marking the first potential overhaul in over two decades. During a recent workshop, industry representatives...
The Philippines is on track to eliminate Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) by 2025, following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive for a total ban. As the December 31 deadline for licensed ...
The Peoria City Council has officially taken steps to pursue the relocation of the Par-A-Dice Casino from East Peoria to its side of the Illinois River. On Tuesday night, the council unanimously approved hiring...
In 2023, Pennsylvania cemented its position as the leading state in casino tax revenue, generating an impressive $2.3 billion. This figure, revealed in a study by Doc’s Sports, puts Pennsylvania ahead of New Yo...
Scientific Games has taken another leap in expanding its portfolio of licensed properties by introducing NBA-themed instant scratch games to U.S. lotteries. This exciting development stems from a multi-year par...
Peter & Sons, in collaboration with Yggdrasil’s YG Masters program, has released an imaginative and chaotic take on a classic tale with their latest online slot game, Greedy Alice. Set in a distorted versio...