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World Casino News works hand in hand with the World Casino Directory to bring you news and details about casino properties that have received regulatory approval, a license, and are scheduled to open. The news follows each property's progress from the drawing board to the golden shovel, topping off ceremony, and grand opening.

The dates may change in the Coming Soon section due to construction delays, regulatory matters, or roadblocks created by competitors or community leaders. Follow your favorite new casino's path to opening by staying on top of Casino Project Updates as well as Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

Osaka Expo’s Problems Strain City’s IR Construction Progress

Marija Malenovic
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Work on ground preparation has now officially started for the planned Osaka’s integrated resort (IR) which is slated to be cited right beside the Osaka’s expo site. However, this step forward is masked by issue...

888 Holdings Rejects $883 Million Acquisition Bid from Playtech to See Share Price Increase

Radosav Milutinovic
Casino proposals, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Casino expansion projects, Gaming Industry News, European Casino News, Licensed online casinos in USA, Sports betting, Online Gambling News, Mergers, Acquisitions & Partnerships, United Kingdom
The global online casino and sports book operator 888 Holdings has reportedly rejected the acquisition bid from the Playtech PLC, the software development company delivering solutions to the iGaming industry. A...

Mark Cuban’s Mavericks Sale To Adelson Family Motivated By Plans For Dallas Casino-Resort Project

Marija Malenovic
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The decision of Mark Cuban to officially sell his large stake in the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks to the Adelson family brings his long-held idea to the fore. New proposal: According to his pitch, the proposal ...

PENN Entertainment To Hold a Groundbreaking Ceremony for Future Hollywood Casino Aurora

Marija Malenovic
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Following a groundbreaking ceremony held on November 28 for a new hotel to be tied to the Hollywood Casino Columbus, PENN Entertainment Inc., has revealed that it will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the upc...

Clark County Approves Hard Rock’s Expansion Plans to Advance in Rebranding the Mirage

Radosav Milutinovic
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Following the 2021 acquisition of The Mirage, the legendary casino nested in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, casino giant Hard Rock International is making a constant progress with its plans to rebrand the ic...

New York City Zoning Changes Provide Multiple Areas for Casino Developments

Radosav Milutinovic
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A set of zoning changes recently released by Mayor Eric Adams’ administration would provide for casino developments in multiple areas of New York City. As reported by Crain’s New York Business, these changes ar...

Former Indiana Lawmaker to Plead to Casino Scheme Conspiracy Charges

Radosav Milutinovic
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On 28 November 2023, former state Rep. Sean Eberhart is scheduled to plead to conspiracy charges at the federal courthouse in Indianapolis, as Indy Star reports. Eberhart, who was a General Assembly official fr...

PENN Entertainment To Hold a Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Hotel at Hollywood Casino Columbus On Nov. 28

Marija Malenovic
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PENN Entertainment Inc., a flagship global multi-platform sports entertainment firm, has revealed that it will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for its latest hotel, which is planned to be tied to the Hollywood C...

A $2.2 Billion Casino Resort Proposed For Northern Vietnam to Allow Local Gambler Admissions

Radosav Milutinovic
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The Vietnamese Ministry of Planning and Investment has served a report to the Prime Minister for another integrated resort that will allow gambling activities to local population. The Ministry has reportedly pr...

Mohegan To Host Soft Opening of First Phase of South Korea’s INSPIRE IR On November 30

Marija Malenovic
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President of Mohegan INSPIRE Entertainment Resort, Chen Si, revealed the official opening of the resort's first stage as a real "entertainment resort in Asia." The soft opening is scheduled to occur on November...

Kenosha County Board Delays Vote On Intergovernmental Contract With Menominee Tribe Until January 16

Marija Malenovic
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The Kenosha County Board has officially voted to delay reviewing of an intergovernmental contract with the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin for a proposed casino project till 2024, saying it needs additional inform...

Tulalip Resort Casino Celebrates 20th Anniversary; Announces Property Renovation and Expansion

Radosav Milutinovic
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Tulalip Resort Casino, the landmark property of the Tulalip Tribes of Washington, has made public its preliminary plans to renovate and expand the casino resort. As reported, the renovation of the 192,000-squar...