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!
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In a decisive move that brings a controversial Coney Island casino project a step closer to realization, the New York City Council has approved a rezoning proposal that would allow for the construction of a spr...
The Eagle Mountain Casino in Porterville, California, has officially broken ground on its highly anticipated Phase 2 expansion, ushering in the next phase of the Tule River Tribe’s vision for a world-class reso...
Vietnam has formally approved the development of a massive casino and integrated resort complex in Van Don, Quang Ninh province, marking one of the country’s most significant tourism and gaming investments to d...
Thailand’s proposed legislation to establish casino-inclusive entertainment complexes has been moved to the lowest priority on the parliamentary agenda, reflecting increased public pressure and growing legal sc...
In May 2025, Las Vegas gaming revenue on the Strip fell once again, continuing a downward trend that has been evident for the past four months. According to the Nevada Gaming Control Board (pdf), the Strip expe...
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has imposed a hefty fine of $350,000 on the Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto due to significant violations of provincial gaming regulati...
The highly anticipated opening of the $1 billion Westside City integrated resort in Parañaque City, Manila, Philippines, has been postponed once again. Suntrust Resort Holdings Inc. announced in a regulatory fi...
The much-anticipated City of Dreams Sri Lanka is set to officially open on August 2, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in Sri Lanka's tourism sector. This $1.2 billion integrated resort, developed through a partne...
MGM Yonkers, a subsidiary of MGM Resorts International, has officially applied for a commercial casino license from the New York Gaming Commission and the Gaming Facility Location Board. The submission details ...
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has introduced a new digital resource aimed at enhancing player awareness and promoting healthier gambling practices. The Play Smart Consumer Hub builds upon the AGA’s long...
Thailand has announced new restrictions targeting casino tourism to Cambodia, implementing tougher border controls and internet service suspensions in an effort to combat transnational cybercrime. The measures ...
A growing body of research suggests that the visual environment in gambling spaces might be subtly shaping behavior, and not necessarily for the better. A recent study conducted by Flinders University and Monas...
The 13 Hotel, a luxury property in Macau long associated with financial troubles and unfulfilled ambitions, has reportedly been sold after several unsuccessful sale attempts. While the buyer's identity and fina...
In a bold move to attract more visitors this summer, Resorts World Las Vegas has announced it will waive all resort fees for hotel guests until September 11, 2025. This decision comes on the heels of the recent...
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has been officially announced as the hospitality brand behind The Avenir, a proposed mixed-use casino and hotel complex slated for Manhattan’s Far West Side. The partnership places the ...