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.

Netherlands Gambling Tax Increase Fails to Meet Revenue Goals, Sparks Unintended Consequences

The Netherlands’ recent hike in gambling tax, from 30.5% to 34.2%, has failed to achieve the government’s intended goal of increasing tax revenues. Despite the higher tax rate, the first half of 2025 saw a sign...

50 Attorneys General Call for DOJ Action Against Illegal Offshore Gambling

A coalition of 50 U.S. attorneys general has united to urge the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to take decisive action against the growing presence of illegal offshore gambling platforms. These platforms oper...

Intralot Faces Contract Setback in Maryland Lottery Deal Over Procurement Issues

In a surprising reversal, the Maryland State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) has withdrawn its previous decision to award Intralot, Inc., the contract for the state’s Central Lottery Monitoring and Co...

Construction Begins on Caesars Republic Sonoma County Casino Resort

In a major development for Northern California’s wine country, Dry Creek Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians and Caesars Entertainment have officially begun construction on Caesars Republic Sonoma County, a reimagin...

WNBA’s Connecticut Sun Sale in Motion as Boston Move Looms

The Connecticut Sun may soon be calling Boston home if a record-setting sale and relocation plan gains approval from the WNBA’s Board of Governors. Steve Pagliuca, a minority owner of the NBA’s Boston Celtics a...