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.

Michigan Gaming Control Board Cracks Down on Illegal Online Gaming: Cease-and-Desist Issued to Overseas Operator Bovada

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has initiated a decisive crackdown on Bovada, an offshore gaming company operating unlawfully within Michigan's jurisdiction. Responding to this breach, the MGCB dispatc...

Treasure Chest Casino to Make $100M Move Ashore with Grand Opening in Kenner, Ending Riverboat Era

Treasure Chest has announced the grand opening of its new land-based casino at the end of Williams Boulevard near Lake Pontchartrain in Kenner, Louisiana, set for Thursday, June 6. This event marks the closure ...

Singapore Warns of Medium-High Risk for Environmental Crime Money Laundering in Casino Industry

A newly released report from multiple Singapore agencies has drawn attention to the casino industry as one of the sectors at medium-high risk for potential exploitation in environmental crime money laundering. ...

Arizona Sports Betting Soars: March Sees Record $759.8 Million in Wagers

According to a recent report by the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG), bettors in Arizona set a new milestone in March 2024 by wagering approximately $759.8 million on sports, marking a notable increase of aro...

BGaming Partners with TIPOS to Enter Slovakia’s iGaming Market; Announces Four June Slot Releases

BGaming, a trailblazer in the iGaming industry, marks a significant milestone with its debut in Slovakia through a groundbreaking collaboration with TIPOS, the renowned state lottery operator. This landmark agr...

Pragmatic Play’s Revenge of Loki Slot Introduces Wild Reels and Up to 117,649 Ways to Win

Embark on an exhilarating journey into the Norse underworld with Revenge of Loki Megaways. Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider in the iGaming industry, introduces this latest slot game where the playful ...

Gulfside Casino Partnership Proposes $405 Million Casino Resort in Pope County

The Gulfside Casino Partnership announced on Wednesday an ambitious plan to invest $405 million in a new casino and resort in Pope County, aiming to stimulate the local economy significantly. The proposal in...

April Boosts Nevada’s Gaming Market: Strip Revenues Up 7% to $666 Million, Strong Gains in Southern Nevada

The investment community had been anticipating a potential downturn in Nevada’s gaming market. However, April’s gaming and tourism results, released on Wednesday, have sparked optimism. Following a 1.2 percent ...

Queens Senator Jessica Ramos Rejects Steven A. Cohen-Backed Casino Proposal Near Citi Field, Advocates for Alternative Investments

State Senator Jessica Ramos of Queens, New York, has emerged as a central figure in the ongoing debate over a proposed casino project in her district. In a move that has reverberated through political circles, ...

Delaware Considers Overhaul of Sports Betting: Proposal Opens Door to Multiple Operators, Challenges Exclusive Contract Model

In a move aimed at revitalizing Delaware's sports betting landscape, State Representative Frank Cooke (D-New Castle) has introduced legislation to allow multiple sports betting vendors to operate within the sta...

Stakelogic Launches Gemstone Mine Slot: Up to 7,500x Wins; Partners with Grand Casino Baden”

Prepare for an exhilarating underground adventure as you delve into the depths of the abandoned Gemstone Mine. Stakelogic invites players to uncover breathtaking treasures hidden within this unique slot game, o...

Swintt Expands Reach into North American Gaming Market with AGCO Approval

Swintt, the celebrated software provider recognized for its exceptional gaming content, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving approval from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) to ope...

DraftKings and Flutter Stocks Dip After Illinois Budget Agreement Introduces Tax Hike on Sports Betting

Shares of major sports betting companies, including DraftKings and Flutter, experienced significant declines following the approval of a substantial tax increase on sports bets in Illinois. The state's fiscal 2...

Shaftesbury Casino Lights Up Dudley’s Entertainment Scene: Residents Celebrate Grand Opening of Newest West Midlands Attraction

Residents of Dudley, a town in the West Midlands region of England, are celebrating the grand opening of a new Shaftesbury Casino, marking a significant enhancement to the town’s entertainment offerings. Situat...