World Casino News

Look for news from around the world in this section. Every continent and country is covered as well as states, provinces, and territories. When a region has a very important city, such as Las Vegas, you'll find a city listing here too. No matter where in the world the major international casino news is happening you'll find it in this section.

From Macau to Tokyo and Las Vegas to Atlantic City, the big headlines are here. You shouldn't have to drill down through a database to find the information you are looking for, so please try the Search box for all articles related to the area, subject, or property you are looking for. World Casino News is such a broad category that you will almost always find the articles here in other categories as well.

Hong Kong Eyes Legal Basketball Betting with 50% Tax on Net Profits

Hong Kong is preparing to introduce legalized basketball betting, backed by overwhelming public support and a proposed 50 per cent tax on the operators’ net earnings. The initiative, currently under legislative...

Crypto.com Takes Nevada Gaming Regulators to Court Over Block on Sports Event Contracts

Crypto.com, the digital asset exchange, has escalated a legal battle against the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) by filing a lawsuit in federal court. The company is contesting the NGCB’s decision to block i...

Caesars Palace Wheel of Wins Expands to Michigan and Ontario After Success in New Jersey

Inspired Entertainment has significantly broadened the reach of its innovative online game, Caesars Palace Wheel of Wins, by launching it in Michigan and Ontario. This follows a successful debut in New Jersey, ...

Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez Arrested in Massive Gambling Operation Scandal in Florida

In a stunning turn of events, Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was arrested Thursday morning, on June 5, facing charges related to his involvement in a vast illegal gambling network. The sheriff, who gained ...

ACMA Cracks Down on Four Betting Services Over BetStop Violations

Australia’s media and communications regulator has taken decisive enforcement action against four betting companies after investigations revealed violations of self-exclusion rules under the national BetStop re...

Jyri Lassi Appointed as General Counsel of Veikkaus as Company Prepares for Market Changes

Veikkaus, Finland’s state-owned gambling operator, has announced the appointment of Jyri Lassi as its new General Counsel. Effective from September 1, 2025, Lassi will replace Hanna Kyrki, who is departing for ...

NFL Partners with ICRG to Address Gambling Behaviors Among College Athletes

The National Football League (NFL) has announced a significant collaboration with the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) aimed at tackling the increasing concerns surrounding gambling behaviors ...

Aristocrat Interactive Expands Partnership with Michigan Lottery Under New Six-Year Deal

Aristocrat Interactive has entered into a landmark six-year agreement with the Michigan Lottery, solidifying its leadership in the U.S. iLottery industry. Set to commence in July 2026, this collaboration will s...

Nevada Resort Association Joins Kalshi Lawsuit to Challenge Gaming Laws

In a significant development in the ongoing legal battle between prediction market operator KalshiEx LLC and Nevada gaming regulators, the Nevada Resort Association (NRA) has been granted permission to interven...