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.

Yggdrasil and Boomerang Games Unveil Goblin’s Bargain MultiMax™ Slot with High Volatility and Massive Multipliers

Yggdrasil has unveiled the latest offering from Boomerang Games, under license to ReelPlay, with the launch of Goblin’s Bargain MultiMax. This exciting game promises a vault full of features tailored to entice ...

Third Major Poker Series Cancelled in Vietnam: World Poker Tour Event in Hanoi Scrapped Over Approval Issues

In a surprising turn of events, the eagerly anticipated WPT Vietnam Passport to the World Championship series, slated to commence from May 14 to May 27 at the Crown Poker Club in Hanoi, has been canceled abrupt...

EveryMatrix Achieves Record-Breaking Q1 2024 Results, Hits 16-Year High at €39 Million

EveryMatrix has soared to new heights in the first quarter of 2024, surpassing previous records and solidifying its position as a powerhouse in the iGaming technology sector. The company's impressive financial ...

New York Falls Just Short of $2 Billion Sports Betting Handle in April

The New York State Gaming Commission revealed on Friday that the state's sports betting handle for April came close to hitting $2 billion, landing at approximately $1.97 billion, marking the fourth time in hist...

IGT Secures Five-Year Contract to Bring Cloud-Based iLottery Solutions to Atlantic Lottery in Canada

International Game Technology has announced a significant partnership with the Atlantic Lottery Corporation, aiming to enhance the gaming experience for players in Atlantic Canada. Enhancing player experienc...

Unveiling the Underworld: China’s Strict Anti-Gambling Laws Propel Crime into Southeast Asia

According to a comprehensive report from the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), China's stringent laws against gambling, both offline and online, have inadvertently driven organized crime groups into Sout...

Genting Singapore’s Q1 2024: Revenue Soars 62%, Expansion Plans on Track

Genting Singapore, a prominent player in the integrated resort industry, has unveiled its stellar performance for the first quarter of 2024. Boasting revenue of SG$784.4 million ($580 million) and adjusted EBIT...

Chip’s Epic Journey: Relax Gaming and CasinoDaddy Present Epic Dreams

Chip, the beloved sloth, returns for another thrilling escapade in Epic Dreams, the latest collaboration between Relax Gaming and CasinoDaddy. Building on the success of their previous venture, Sloth Tumble, th...

Mohegan Achieves Record Quarterly Revenue, Driven by South Korean Resort

Mohegan, the US-based gaming operator that has recently launched its Incheon Mohegan INSPIRE integrated resort in South Korea, has announced a historic milestone with its highest quarterly net revenue to date, ...

DraftKings Expands Market Influence with Acquisition of Sports IQ Analytics

In a significant development for the sports betting industry, DraftKings announced the acquisition of Sports IQ Analytics, a Vancouver-based company specializing in advanced AI and machine learning for sports b...

Alabama Legislature’s Bid for Gaming Expansion Fizzles as Senate Rejects Bills in Nail-Biting Vote

The Alabama Legislature encountered a stalemate on Thursday, failing to push through highly contested gaming bills on the concluding day of the state's legislative session. Despite the House's approval of two b...