Latest Casino and Gambling News

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.

AGA and SPGA Clash Over Sweepstakes Casino Legality and Regulation

Amidst a backdrop of growing scrutiny and regulatory pushback, the sweepstakes casino sector has become a battleground for industry giants, exemplifying broader challenges in U.S. gambling regulation. The Ameri...

Iowa Bill Aims to Criminalize Proxy Betting and Account Sharing

Iowa lawmakers are considering legislation that would criminalize proxy betting and sportsbook account sharing, bringing new penalties to individuals who engage in these activities. Companion bills, Senate Stud...

Indianapolis Eyes Potential Casino Development in Downtown Area

In a notable shift from previous resistance, discussions about introducing a casino to downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, are gaining momentum within the Indiana General Assembly. The debate centers around Senate ...

U.S. Gaming Industry Sets New Revenue Records in 2024

The U.S. gaming industry marked a monumental year in 2024, with revenues climbing to an unprecedented $71.92 billion, as reported by the American Gaming Association (AGA). This figure not only surpasses the pre...

Dina Titus Pushes Again to Eliminate Federal Sports Betting Excise Tax

U.S. Representative Dina Titus of Nevada has once again introduced legislation to remove the federal excise tax on legal sports wagers, a measure she argues places an undue burden on legitimate gaming operators...

Light & Wonder to Acquire Grover Charitable Gaming for $1.05 Billion

Light & Wonder (L&W) has confirmed a definitive agreement to acquire the charitable gaming assets of Grover Gaming, marking a significant move into the charitable gaming market. The deal, valued at $850...