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.
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has secured a seven-year contract extension with the Thuringian State Lottery (LOTTO Thüringen) in Germany, reinforcing their long-standing relationship. Under this agree...
NOVOMATIC AG has taken a major step toward expanding its presence in Europe by signing an agreement to acquire the French casino group Vikings Casinos SAS. The acquisition, subject to regulatory approvals and c...
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission has issued a strong warning to the gambling industry following the discovery of licensed casino games being made available on unregulated websites targeting British consum...
Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of Paddy Power and FanDuel, is reportedly exploring the possibility of submitting a bid for Italy's national lottery license. The Italian Agency for Customers and Monop...
The UK’s Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has launched an investigation into the auditing practices of KPMG, the Big Four accounting firm, with regard to its audit of Entain plc's financial statements for the ...
In an exciting move that bolsters its presence in the live casino sector, Pragmatic Play has entered into an exclusive agreement with Flutter Entertainment. As part of this deal, Pragmatic Play will provide ded...
Hacksaw Gaming’s latest slot, Le Viking, ushers in a fresh chapter for Smokey, the time-traveling raccoon who previously ventured through the Wild West and ancient Egypt. After his successful appearances in Le ...
Stake, the prominent online gambling operator, has officially entered the Danish market by acquiring MocinoPlay, the company responsible for the fast-growing VinderCasino brand. This move strengthens Stake’s co...
Wynn Resorts has announced its intention to acquire Crown London, a high-end, members-only casino located in the upscale Mayfair district of London. This acquisition is still subject to the approval of regulato...
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has imposed a £1 million fine on Greentube Alderney, which operates the Admiral Casino brand, after the company was found to have failed repeatedly in its obligations to adhere...
The French government is intensifying discussions about legalizing online casinos, a significant policy shift aimed at curbing the massive illegal market. France and Cyprus remain the only European Union member...
NOVOMATIC AG, a global leader in gaming technology, has agreed to sell its 100% stake in ATLAS Group GmbH, the parent company of Admiral Austria, to Tipico Group. The deal, which remains subject to regulatory a...
Sweden's gambling authority, Spelinspektionen, has taken decisive action against Versus Odds B.V., the operator of Fortunepanda.com, for violating Swedish gambling regulations. This immediate ban, announced (pd...
The Netherlands Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) has rolled out a new general fine policy, effective January 1, 2025, aimed at improving the enforcement of gambling regulations. This updated policy se...
Wazdan has received approval from Spillemyndigheden, Denmark's gambling authority, allowing the company to offer its extensive portfolio of games to operators across the country. This milestone strengthens Wazd...