World Casino News covers breaking news from around the globe. In this section we cover casino news. This is our main category which contains about 75% of all articles so you may see the same articles also appear in sub-categories or additional sections if more than one subject is prominent in the story.
This is a great section for readers to follow the progress of their favorite up and coming new casinos. We report on new casino proposals as the stories break and keep you in the loop if they hit snags. As the projects move from the drawing table to groundbreaking, and when construction and other milestones are reached, we'll let you know with casino project updates. Look for opening date announcements and coverage of grand openings here as well.
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Grand Korea Leisure Co. Ltd (GKL) has delivered an exceptional performance for the second quarter of 2025, posting a net profit of KRW 16.96 billion (US$12.3 million), which marks an impressive 49.7% year-on-ye...
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On August 8, 2025, the Government of Equatorial Guinea issued an official statement clarifying that no master licence for online gaming has been legally granted in the country. The communiqué emphasi...
In the Philippines, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has come under intense public and legislative scrutiny following revelations of its more than PHP1 billion investment in DigiPlus Interactive C...
DraftKings Inc. has achieved remarkable financial results for the second quarter of 2025, setting new company records for revenue, net income, and adjusted EBITDA. The U.S.-based digital sports entertainment an...
Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment Inc. (TRLEI), the operator behind the renowned Okada Manila resort in the Philippines, has revealed a significant leadership change, with current President and Chief Oper...
The latest rankings of the Philippines' wealthiest entrepreneurs, as compiled by Forbes for 2025, reveal that the Sy siblings, Enrique Razon Jr., and Manuel Villar continue to lead the pack. Despite the ongoing...
Light & Wonder, Inc. (L&W), a global leader in gaming and entertainment, has reported its second-quarter results for 2025, showcasing continued earnings growth and a strong strategic direction despite s...
Plans by the Osage Nation to establish a casino and hotel at the Lake of the Ozarks are advancing, as a newly issued federal environmental study provides the clearest picture yet of what the development could e...
In a groundbreaking development set to transform how football fans consume the game, ESPN and the National Football League (NFL) have reached a transformative agreement that will see ESPN acquire NFL Network an...
The Netherlands’ recent hike in gambling tax, from 30.5% to 34.2%, has failed to achieve the government’s intended goal of increasing tax revenues. Despite the higher tax rate, the first half of 2025 saw a sign...
In a significant move for the Thai gaming landscape, the government has taken steps to legalize tournament poker under controlled circumstances. This decision, which was made official on July 30, marks the end ...
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance has introduced a proposal to increase casino entry fees for residents in an effort to simplify the process of verifying financial eligibility to gamble. The new policy would remove...
A coalition of 50 U.S. attorneys general has united to urge the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to take decisive action against the growing presence of illegal offshore gambling platforms. These platforms oper...
In a surprising reversal, the Maryland State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) has withdrawn its previous decision to award Intralot, Inc., the contract for the state’s Central Lottery Monitoring and Co...
In a move aimed at adding fairness and consistency to injury-impacted wagers, DraftKings has officially unveiled its Early Exit Program, a new policy that offers customers financial relief when their bets are c...