Online Gambling News

Our Online Gambling News section focuses on newsmaking iGaming casinos as well as the news that affects them. New licenses, distribution partnerships, game debuts, rebranding, new launches, and relaunches are among the items you will find on these pages. Most stories carry more than a single area of interest, so you can often find overlap with other sections such as M&A, Jackpot Winners, the Player's Lounge, and Gaming Industry News to name a few.

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Paf Celebrates Record €177.1 Million Revenue, Warns of Impact from Rising Gaming Taxes

Paf has achieved a record revenue of €177.1m (£150.8m/$191.4m) in its 2023 financial year, marking a 6.9% increase from the previous year. The Nordic gaming operator also posted a notable 23% rise in net profit...

CFG Challenges Sports Betting Alliance’s Opposition to Illinois Sports Betting Tax Hike, Urges Evidence-Based Policy Decisions

As gambling initiatives unfold across the U.S., the Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) closely scrutinizes developments, particularly in Illinois. Governor J.B. Pritzker's proposal to raise the tax on legal spo...

Atlantic City Casino Profits Dip 9.6% in Q1 2024 Amidst Industry Challenges

Atlantic City's casino sector faced a setback in the first quarter of 2024, with combined profits dropping by nearly 10%, according to public filings. Only two out of the nine casinos reported higher profits co...

Gambling Industry Wage Hikes in Macau Lead to Employment Drop

Macau is known as a thriving gambling hub located along China’s Southern coast. The region is home to over 50 physical casinos, with 33 in Macau, 13 in Cotai, and another 5 in Taipa. The casinos in the area bri...

Civil Rights Activist Rev. Al Sharpton Raises Concerns Over DraftKings and FanDuel “Gambling Duopoly”

Renowned civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton has penned a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), expressing concerns about what he describes as a "gambling duopoly" controlled by DraftKings and FanDue...

BGaming Expands Presence with Skywind Group Partnership: A Gateway to Romanian and Colombian Markets

In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the online gaming market, BGaming announces a partnership with Skywind Group, a global supplier renowned for its diverse portfolio of games. This collaboration ope...

ACMA Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Gambling, Blocks More Websites to Protect Australian Consumers

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has intensified its efforts to combat illegal gambling activities by requesting internet service providers (ISPs) to block more websites found to be viol...

Brazil Mandates Gaming Licenses by End of 2024; Non-compliant Operators Face Regulatory Action

The Brazilian government has established a December 2024 deadline for gaming operators to secure licenses or face penalties starting January 1, 2025. This requirement is detailed in Normative Ordinance 827, pub...

Slotegrator Expands Partner Network: Welcomes EvenBet for Poker and Card Games, and PoggiPlay for Slots

EvenBet, a leading provider in the online gaming industry, has recently become a valued addition to Slotegrator's partner network, showcasing a commitment to delivering top-tier poker and casino games for seaml...

Tinian Moves Towards Internet Gaming: Sen. Hofschneider Introduces Bill for 20-Year Licenses

Sen. Jude U. Hofschneider (R-Tinian) has introduced Senate Local Bill No. 23-05, marking a significant step towards enabling internet gaming licenses on Tinian, the island in the Northern Mariana Islands, for a...

DC OLG Reports Successful Transition to FanDuel Sports Wagering Platform; $30 Million Handled in First Month

The DC Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG) celebrates a triumphant shift to FanDuel as its premier sports wagering platform, marking a period of substantial growth and revenue generation. A lucrative transiti...