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.
Imagine Live has made its entry into the Serbian iGaming market by partnering with King.rs, a prominent operator in the region. This collaboration introduces live dealer blackjack and roulette tables tailored s...
The potential closure of casinos in Corfu and Alexandroupoli appears imminent after Greek authorities seized the assets of their owner, Konstantinos Piladakis. The Anti-Money Laundering Authority issued the ord...
In 2023-24, GamCare’s National Gambling Helpline experienced an unprecedented rise in demand, responding to 55,228 calls and online chats—a 25% increase compared to the previous year. This milestone, highlighte...
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRAI) is working closely with major banks to implement voluntary blocks on gambling-related transactions made with credit and debit cards. This initiative is part of a b...
Evolution Gaming, a global leader in live casino solutions, is under scrutiny as the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has launched a formal review of its operating license. The investigation stems from concerns th...
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has levied a £700,000 fine on BMO Manx Limited for significant compliance failures related to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (C...
On the heels of launching its latest video slot, Outsourced: Payday, Nolimit City is celebrating a new milestone with the approval of a B2B license from the Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden). This l...
Italy has unveiled its new licensing structure for online gambling, marking the first phase of a comprehensive reform of the gaming sector. Approved by the EU’s Official Journal, the nine-year licensing regime ...
The future of Paris’s gaming clubs is hanging in the balance as political upheaval in France threatens to shutter all seven establishments by January 1, 2025. These clubs, which include the Barrière Club, Paris...
Veikkaus, Finland’s state-run gaming company, has reaffirmed its commitment to Finnish ice hockey by extending its partnership with the Finnish Ice Hockey Association through 2030. This comprehensive agreement ...
French casino operator Groupe Partouche has marked a significant milestone with the reopening of the Royal Palm Casino in Cannes. The revamped venue, located at the iconic Palm Beach site, has undergone an exte...
Pollard Banknote Limited has joined forces with Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI), operator of the Irish National Lottery, to introduce an innovative range of digital lottery experiences. This collaboration has r...
Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson is embroiled in a legal confrontation after being accused of reneging on a promotional agreement with a UK gambling entity. This breach occurred as he prepared for his Nov...
EveryMatrix, a leader in providing innovative iGaming solutions, has embarked on one of its most ambitious projects by partnering with ArenaCasino to deliver a first-of-its-kind omnichannel gaming platform in C...
In a surprising turn of events, one of Bristol's largest gambling venues, Rainbow Casino, has ceased operations as of Tuesday, December 3. The casino, a notable feature in the city center, posted a notice to it...