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.
State Secretary for Legal Protection, Teun Struycken, has outlined a major overhaul of Dutch gambling regulations, emphasizing the protection of young adults and minors. The proposed changes, expected to be for...
Former executives of Entain PLC, a major player in the global betting market, are embroiled in a legal battle against the company and its long-standing legal advisor from the UK, Addleshaw Goddard (AG). The dis...
La Française des Jeux (FDJ), a leading name in the European betting and gaming landscape, has reported a robust performance for the year 2024. The company's revenue soared to €3,065 million, marking a significa...
In a significant regulatory action, the UK's Gambling Commission has imposed a £95,450 fine on Merkur Slots UK. This penalty stems from the company's failure to adhere to social responsibility obligations after...
Online casinos, such as Nett.casino, have seen significant growth in Norway, driven by advancements in technology and widespread internet access. With the convenience of playing from home, many Norwegians have ...
"Sweden's licensing model has evolved into one of Europe's most rigorous regulatory frameworks, though the high channelization rates have come at the cost of consumer choice," notes Wille P, lead analyst at Gop...
A United Kingdom High Court ruling has determined that Sky Betting & Gaming, a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, unlawfully collected and utilized a customer's data for marketing without obtaining proper...
Clarion Gaming has confirmed that the 2025 editions of ICE and iGB Affiliate in Barcelona, Spain, will set a new attendance record for any gambling industry event. According to Stuart Hunter, Managing Director ...
The European Union (EU) is sometimes considered a “single state" regarding economic contributions from a global perspective. The member states have much in common, including their regulations. Nevertheless, the...
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...