This is the place to explore breaking events and important news about the casino of North America. While there may are 23 separate countries on the continent, you will find most of them covered in our Caribbean Casino News section. While some news from Mexico will appear here, most of the articles about casinos and regulatory happenings in this section are about the Canadian and US industries. The U.S.A. has more casinos than any other place on earth, so most of the articles in this category are about them.
The U.S. and Mexico are organized by states while Canada is organized by provinces and territories. In the U.S. and Canada, we have given all Tribal and First Nation news the same weighting as if they were a single state within their respective countries.
This section provides a broad overview of all casino news in North America and the articles are always cross-referenced with more specific information about the subject matter.
BetMGM, a collaborative undertaking between MGM Resorts International and European-based gambling company Entain, has recently been authorized by the Nevada Gaming Commission to manage sportsbook operations acr...
DraftKings has agreed to a $10 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit challenging its NFT Marketplace and Reignmakers product. The lawsuit, which accused the company of offering unregistered secur...
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit is officially set to return to Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto in 2025, bringing an expanded schedule and a significant increase in prize pools. Running from April ...
In a notable legal confrontation within the casino gaming industry, The Talisman Group, LLC, known for its creation of the no-commission baccarat game EZ Baccarat, achieved a pivotal victory in its ongoing lega...
Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has reported significant financial growth for 2024, with total revenue reaching $924.1 million, reflecting a 34% year-over-year increase. The online casino and sports betting opera...
The Big Fresno Fair has decided to postpone all live horse racing in 2025, citing ongoing uncertainties within California's horse racing industry. The fair’s Board of Directors and Fair Management announced the...
Gambling service product and service supplier Light & Wonder has announced its decision to move away from its live casino business, choosing to focus on other aspects of its business that will provide great...
In a bold fiscal move, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed significant tax increases on online sports betting and internet gambling, sparking widespread concern among casinos and betting firms. The pro...
In a significant legal confrontation, the Lytton Rancheria of California, along with the Dry Creek and Cloverdale Rancheria of Pomo Indians, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI)...
Vadim Komissarov, the former CEO of Trident Acquisitions Corp. (TDAC), is facing serious federal charges, including securities fraud, obstruction of justice, and perjury. Prosecutors allege he orchestrated a sc...
Jamul Casino is poised to redefine luxury in San Diego County, California, with the opening of its new 16-story hotel tower this spring, marking a significant transformation into the Jamul Casino Resort. "This ...
The Kewadin Casinos, owned and operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, are preparing to reopen after a cyberattack earlier this month forced the closure of all five locations. The reopening ...
International Game Technology (IGT) is undergoing a significant transformation as Apollo Global Management proceeds with its $6.3 billion acquisition of the company’s gaming and digital business. The transactio...
In a significant policy shift, the Texas Lottery Commission announced it will prohibit courier services from purchasing lottery tickets, reversing its longstanding stance of non-intervention. This change was di...
January offered a complex financial landscape for Louisiana's gaming industry, as reported by the Louisiana State Police Gaming Audit Section. The month saw fluctuations across different sectors, from riverboat...