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.
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 ...
Play’n GO, a titan in the casino-entertainment industry, has unveiled a strategic partnership with Veikkaus, the Finnish state lottery. This collaboration is poised to enrich the Finnish gaming landscape by int...
In a regulatory climate marked by heightened scrutiny and strategic adaptations, Svenska Spel's third quarter of 2024 presented a mixed bag of results. As disclosed in their latest interim report, the company o...
The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has voiced its support for the National Audit Office’s recent recommendation to review Sweden’s Gambling Act. The report, which sheds light on deficiencie...
In recent years, the gambling industry in Sweden has been undergoing some big changes, and new regulations have been changing how players and operators work with the market. In January 2019, Sweden introduced a...
The Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has taken a firm stand against BlockDance BV by imposing a stringent penalty for operating unlicensed online gambling platforms. This enforcement action u...
In a significant legislative milestone, Ireland has successfully passed the Gambling Regulation Bill 2022, which has now moved through both Houses of the Oireachtas. This critical legislation heralds the creati...
The UK gambling sector has been thrown into turmoil following reports that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may impose significant tax hikes on the industry. A new levy, expected to raise as much as £3 billion, is unde...
Digne-les-Bains, a picturesque town in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France, is set to enhance its tourist and entertainment offerings with the construction of a new casino. This ambitious project, managed by the re...
In a landmark agreement, the American Gaming Association (AGA), European Casino Association (ECA), and the Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) have formalized their cooperation through a memorandum of understand...
In a groundbreaking development for France's gaming industry, the new JOA Casino in Fécamp has been awarded a BREEAM certification with a 'Very Good' rating for its design phase. This certification represents a...
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has issued a £140,000 fine to CyberHorizon Limited following an investigation that uncovered multiple violations of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-...
La Française des Jeux (FDJ), a key player in the European lottery and sports betting industry, has announced the successful acquisition of Kindred Group, a notable operator in the online betting and gaming mark...