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.

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...

Brazil Introduces 15% Tax on Player Prizes in Betting and Online Gambling

Brazil has solidified its tax framework concerning player prizes and winnings within its burgeoning betting market. The Federal Revenue Service (RFB) of Brazil has officially outlined its stance on personal inc...

New York Senator Pursues Incremental Online Gaming Strategy with Poker-Only Legislation

In the realm of online gaming legislation, New York Senator Joseph Addabbo is recalibrating his approach. Faced with the challenge of garnering support for a comprehensive bill encompassing iGaming, online poke...

Hacksaw Gaming Announces New Croatia Venture and Upcoming Slot Release

Hacksaw Gaming, a leading provider of casino equipment and online games, is thrilled to announce its latest venture in Croatia. This collaboration marks the beginning of an exciting partnership with Hrvatska Lu...

ELK Studios Invites Players to the Latest Nitropolis Adventure in New Slot Release Pug Thugs of Nitropolis

High above Nitropolis, the wily Pug Thugs strategize for their ultimate showdown. With their blimp looming overhead, they meticulously plan their every move, leaving no stone unturned. The time has come to get ...

EveryMatrix Launches Exclusive US Content Partnership with Supremeland Gaming on DraftKings

EveryMatrix announces its inaugural exclusive content aggregation partnership in the United States with Supremeland Gaming, Inc. The collaboration marks a significant milestone for both parties, aiming to revol...

MLB Commissioner Manfred Acknowledges League’s Reluctance Towards Legalized Sports Betting, Emphasizes Integrity Measures

The landscape of recreational sports gambling continues to evolve, firmly establishing itself as a mainstream aspect of sports fandom alongside iconic traditions such as NCAA tournament brackets and fantasy spo...