The United States has more casinos than any other country on the planet. There are nearly 300 gambling properties in Las Vegas alone. World Casino News covers the changing casino landscape across the country by highlighting changes in gambling law & legislation, announcing casino proposals, providing project updates as they occur, and reporting on casinos that have been sold or slated for closure along with every other important happening.
While Tribal Gaming has its own section in the news you will find coverage in this section for all 28 states that have compacts with the tribes as well. Las Vegas and Atlantic City get a lot of coverage here but we also keep you informed about casinos in the heartland and along the Gulf Coast. We followed the upstate New York casinos closely from the siting process to grand openings and will continue to provide financial updates as well as breaking news when the next round of licensing gets underway. You'll read it here first when New York City welcomes their first full-scale, non-lottery casino.
Kentucky's Attorney General, Russell Coleman, has issued a stern warning to local prosecutors regarding the legality of new gambling devices that have emerged across the state, described as 'risk-free' games re...
Betsson has announced its decision to shut down its business-to-consumer (B2C) operations in Colorado by the end of September 2024, signaling the end of its direct consumer engagement in the U.S. market for the...
In a significant regulatory action, the state of Connecticut has fined DraftKings and another gambling company, White Hat Gaming, a total of $22,500. The fines were imposed due to operational issues with an onl...
The 2024 NFL season is set to make history with an unprecedented level of legal sports betting. According to the American Gaming Association (AGA), around $35 billion is expected to be wagered legally by Americ...
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) and Northern Lights Casino are set to significantly expand their facilities in a project that promises to enhance both the gaming environment and the regional eco...
The 2024 Saratoga racing season, a period often marred by safety concerns in previous years, has ended with commendable improvements in equine safety and management practices. This season witnessed a significan...
In a significant legislative move on Saturday, 31 August, the California Senate passed an amended version of SB 549, aimed at empowering the state’s tribes with a singular opportunity to legally challenge cardr...
A new development in Missouri's gaming industry has emerged as a proposal for a casino license on the Osage River near the Lake of the Ozarks has been approved for the November ballot, following a ruling by a C...
The San Francisco 49ers and Cache Creek Casino Resort, owned by the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, have proudly announced an extension of their partnership, which began in 2019. This enhanced agreement now positions...
Betr Holdings, Inc., a prominent sports gaming and media entity, is broadening its footprint with the introduction of its innovative peer-to-peer feature, "Group Mode," for Betr Picks. Coinciding with this roll...
In a significant move to enhance transparency and safeguard the integrity of college sports amid the expansion of legalized gambling, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) has announced that it will begin releasing...
In a significant strategic shift, BlueBet, recently merged with Betr, has announced its decision to exit the U.S. market and concentrate its operations exclusively in Australia. This move is set to occur shortl...
In a strategic move to enhance its betting offerings, DraftKings Inc. has announced a significant agreement to acquire Simplebet Inc., recognized for its advanced in-play betting technology and dynamic micro-ma...
July 2024 witnessed a 15% decrease in gaming win on the Las Vegas Strip, marking the first state-wide decline in gaming revenue in four months, as reported by the Nevada Gaming Control Board on Wednesday, Augus...
As the excitement for the NFL season mounts, so does Americans’ approval of casino gaming and sports betting, with both industries hitting record highs in public approval. This uptick in acceptance comes at a p...