Casino News

Our Casino News section is where you will find breaking news and updates on important developments as they unfold. Look to this section to learn what is happening today and beyond with casino proposals, project updates, openings, expansion projects, closures, and even casino cruise ships. We cover the entire world in this section with the latest news front and center. As new articles are published, they take the top positions.

Stay on top exciting new prospects or follow along as controversies bubble up or the tug of wars develop. Often you'll see casino project updates appear in another section as well when lawsuits and litigation rear their heads. And sometimes you can follow a proposal through all of its steps from concept to licensing to the grand opening announcement and celebration. Looking for a topping out ceremony? This is the place!

Most casinos don't last forever. Sometimes they'll move from the river to land, they might be imploded to make room for something fresh and new, or what may have seemed like a great concept just can't make the numbers and closes after a year. Look for breaking and sometimes sad news about casino closures in this section.

SIS strengthens presence in South Africa via union with 4Racing

Sports Information Services (SIS) has signed a valuable agreement with innovative Gauteng-based horse racing company, 4Racing, marking the strengthening of its presence and expansion of horse racing operations ...

Australian sports officials reject proposals to better regulate online gambling

While a handful of Australia's largest clubs and popular athletes have expressed concerns over existing online gambling regulations, Australia's most influential sports officials have dismissed suggestions that...

Play’n GO USA presence solidified with new West Virginia license

After obtaining licenses for New Jersey and Michigan, Play'n GO, a leading Swedish-based iGaming supplier, acquired a West Virginia license on December 21st. It's the company's third U.S. license. New licens...

Macau GGR expected to exceed $22 billion by 2027 to incur additional 20% tax to operators

Analysts at Morgan Stanley are predicting that Macau's gross gaming revenue values will exceed $22 billion by 2027. The predictions follow the signing of new gaming concession contracts by Macau's six operators...

Yggdrasil partners with Jokerstar to increase presence in regulated German market

Following the deal with omnichannel supplier of games and machines, Reflex Gaming, on Monday, the leading worldwide publisher of online gambling content Yggdrasil has partnered with German operator Joke...

Hard Rock takes over The Mirage from MGM for $1.1 billion to change Las Vegas skyline

The iconic volcano attraction of the Las Vegas Strip, The Mirage, has officially changed ownership. Following the approval of the Nevada Gaming Commission, the giant Hard Rock International closed the purchase ...
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Yggdrasil and Reflex Gaming’s Partnership Introduces Great Mechanics for Land-Based Casinos

Yggdrasil and Reflex Gaming have signed a major deal, which will help distribute its unique Game Engagement Mechanics (GEMs). It's the first time these mechanics will be introduced to a range of land-based casi...
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BetMGM Fined $146K by Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission

On November 23, BetMGM received Maryland mobile sports wagering licenses and began one of seven sportsbooks with that license. However, Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission assessed a $146,000 fine...

Macau allocates gaming tables and slot machines to impose contingency to operators

The new concession period in the Macau gambling industry commences on January 1, 2023. The Macau government has therefore announced the allocation of tables and slot machines following its previous announcement...

Everygame Poker awards Christmas free spins and free blackjack bets for festive crescendo

Everygame Poker, the popular poker, and casino games provider announced that all depositing players can claim free spins on two slots from Nucleus Gaming this week, as well as 25 free blackjack bets. This time,...