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.
Game Lounge, a leading force in the iGaming affiliate industry, has announced its acquisition of Two Kings Consultants B.V., the company behind the well-known Dutch iGaming website, Meneer Casino. This strategi...
Under the directive of President Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia has heightened its campaign against illegal online gambling, resulting in the arrests of influencers, artists, and students. These individuals were r...
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has marked its fifth anniversary with the launch of an extensive Code Handbook, consolidating over 100 measures under 20 codes that its members are obliged to follow. This r...
Kiron Interactive, in partnership with Flutter Entertainment PLC and Curious Games, recently unveiled their latest casino game, Penguin Plunge, which is now exclusively available on the Sky Vegas platform. This...
The UK gambling industry recently navigated potential financial upheaval with the announcement that the autumn budget would not implement the anticipated increases in gambling duties. This decision is welcomed ...
Renowned iGaming developer Yggdrasil and Bulletproof Games have teamed up to launch Lollipop Drop MultiMax, a vibrant, candy-themed slot designed to thrill with its interactive features and significant win pote...
A detailed study orchestrated by the Swiss Institute for Addiction and Health Research (ISGF), on behalf of the Swiss Federal Gaming Board (SFGB) and the Intercantonal Gambling Supervisory Authority (Gespa), ha...
Nevada Gaming Holding has officially completed the acquisition of Spacesiks, the proprietor of Cosmolot, Ukraine's pioneering online gambling enterprise since the country legalized gambling in 2020. This acquis...
In a significant move within the iGaming industry, Glitnor Group has executed a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire OneCasino, a distinguished iGaming operator renowned for its robust market position in v...
In response to a recent United Nations report, Mark Rutherford, acting chief officer of the Isle of Man’s Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC), addressed claims that the island’s regulatory approach is too len...
In a significant expansion of its brand portfolio, easyGroup has announced its entry into the UK sports betting market with the launch of easyBet.net. This initiative represents a strategic move to leverage the...
France’s plan to legalize online casinos has been put on hold following significant opposition from industry stakeholders and regional authorities. The government, under Prime Minister Michel Barnier, initially...
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) have taken their long-standing collaboration to the next level by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formalizing their joint effo...
Swedish gaming operator Cherry AB is exploring options to sell its online casino and sports betting subsidiary, ComeOn Group, as part of a strategic shift in focus. Cherry, owned by private equity firm Bridgepo...
The Dutch Gaming Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has recently intensified its clampdown on illegal online gambling activities by imposing a significant penalty payment order on Winbet NV. This enforcement ...