World Casino News brings you complete coverage of the European gaming markets, openings and closings, regulatory changes, mergers & acquisitions, and finance. You'll find coverage of major industry events and trade shows, as well as casinos for sale from Malta to Riga and beyond.
Much of the news in this section comes out of the UK, due to the mature gambling market and robust licensing requirements there. We also cover partnerships and game distribution deals in the online sector so players will know where to find their favorite games, and industry executives can follow emerging and continuing trends.
In a significant policy shift, the ruling coalition in Northern Cyprus has introduced a legislative proposal that could dramatically change the gambling landscape by allowing Turkish Cypriots to enter casinos f...
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has escalated its measures against illegal gambling applications, achieving significant milestones in its regulatory efforts. As of early 2025, the KSA has successfully ...
The Grand National is expected to witness an alarming rise in illegal betting, with industry analysts projecting that nearly £10 million will be wagered through unregulated channels. This surge in illicit gambl...
Sweden’s parliament, the Riksdag, has made a significant decision to end land-based casino gambling in the country, with the closure of the remaining Casino Cosmopol location in Stockholm slated for January 202...
In an effort to bolster protections for individuals struggling with gambling addiction, Bulgaria’s National Revenue Agency (NRA) has introduced a key update to the country's self-exclusion program. As of March ...
Italy’s legal battle over the 2018 Dignity Decree, which prohibits all gambling-related advertising, is set to reach a new milestone as the country’s highest administrative court, the Council of State, has deci...
Swedish horse racing and betting operator AB Trav och Galopp (ATG) has entered into a significant partnership with Suomen Hippos, the governing body for Finnish trotting and horse breeding. The two entities hav...
The picturesque city of Siegburg, Germany, is on the cusp of a significant transformation. With the planned opening of a new Merkur Casino by autumn 2026, the city anticipates a wave of economic and social bene...
In a significant expansion of its portfolio, Hacksaw Gaming has introduced Life and Death, a captivating new slot game that merges gothic aesthetics with deeply engaging gameplay mechanics. This latest creation...
In 2024, Europe's gambling industry marked a significant growth milestone, with the total gross gaming revenue (GGR) escalating to €123.4 billion, a 5% increment compared to 2023. This substantial growth is pri...
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has launched an investigation into the promotion of illegal gambling sites through magazines and online newspapers. This action follows reports of article...
The Dutch Lottery, operator of well-known brands like Staatsloterij and TOTO, has filed a lawsuit against the Costa Rica-based gambling provider Lalabet, accusing it of illegal operations within the Netherlands...
Austria's gaming industry faces potential upheaval as Casinos Austria braces for significant operational changes due to upcoming tax increases. Erwin van Lambaart, the General Director of Casinos Austria, expre...
UFC, the world's leading mixed martial arts organization, has officially entered into a new partnership with NetBet, a prominent online gambling platform. As the Official Sportsbook and Betting Partner, NetBet ...
A recent 10-hour disruption in Germany's sports betting market has highlighted vulnerabilities in the country's regulatory infrastructure. On March 15, a critical IT system failure halted operations for license...