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.
In this section, we also cover expansion projects, new hotel announcements, and casino closures. Look for the occasional cruise ship news here too. This is the section you will want to bookmark to stay abreast of all the Latest Casino and Gambling News, as it happens, anywhere in the world.
Japan's Supreme Court has finalized the conviction of former House of Representatives member Tsukasa Akimoto, marking the end of a high-profile corruption case tied to the integrated resort (IR) initiative. Aki...
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRAI) is working closely with major banks to implement voluntary blocks on gambling-related transactions made with credit and debit cards. This initiative is part of a b...
DraftKings Inc., a major player in online sports betting, is under fire following the filing of a class action lawsuit on December 23, 2024. The suit, brought by Texas resident Eric Avila, accuses the company o...
The holiday season is heating up for slot enthusiasts as 1spin4win introduces the New Year Prize Rush, a festive network promotion running from December 20, 2024, to January 6, 2025. This promotion offers a tot...
Mark your calendars for January 27 to February 3, 2025, as poker enthusiasts from around the globe will converge at the luxurious Sheraton Hotel and Casino in San Jose, Costa Rica. The Costa Rica Poker Festival...
The Casbit Group, previously the operator of Lalabet and JungliWin online casinos, has been declared bankrupt by the Court of Curaçao. The company’s financial troubles stem from numerous unpaid debts, including...
Winna.com, a crypto-focused gaming platform, has successfully raised $15 million in a seed funding round. This substantial investment aims to support the platform's ambitious growth plans and enhance its offeri...
Betfred, a leading British sportsbook, is scaling back its operations in the United States, further reducing its footprint as the challenges for smaller betting operators intensify. Recent closures include the ...
The highly anticipated Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will officially open its doors on February 13, 2025, pending approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. This $270 million project will mark the a...
Evolution Gaming, a global leader in live casino solutions, is under scrutiny as the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has launched a formal review of its operating license. The investigation stems from concerns th...
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has reported unprecedented achievements for the U.S. commercial gaming sector in 2024, positioning the industry for further expansion in 2025. Total revenue is projected to...
Crypto.com has announced the debut of its pioneering sports event trading product in the United States, marking a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency trading platform. This innovative feature enables u...
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has levied a £700,000 fine on BMO Manx Limited for significant compliance failures related to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (C...
JPMorgan Chase has divested its stake in Star Entertainment, an Australian casino group grappling with mounting regulatory, operational, and financial difficulties. The gaming company’s recent exchange filing c...
Arizona's tribal gaming sector continues its strong performance, with the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) reporting (pdf) $42,508,200 in contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of f...