Latest Casino and Gambling News

World Casino News covers breaking news from around the globe. In this section we cover casino news. This is our main category which contains about 75% of all articles so you may see the same articles also appear in sub-categories or additional sections if more than one subject is prominent in the story.

This is a great section for readers to follow the progress of their favorite up and coming new casinos. We report on new casino proposals as the stories break and keep you in the loop if they hit snags. As the projects move from the drawing table to groundbreaking, and when construction and other milestones are reached, we'll let you know with casino project updates. Look for opening date announcements and coverage of grand openings here as well.

In this section, we also cover expansion projects, new hotel announcements, and casino closures. Look for the occasional cruise ship news here too. This is the section you will want to bookmark to stay abreast of all the Latest Casino and Gambling News, as it happens, anywhere in the world.

City of Dreams Sri Lanka to Open in August 2025: A New Era for Tourism and Luxury

The much-anticipated City of Dreams Sri Lanka is set to officially open on August 2, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in Sri Lanka's tourism sector. This $1.2 billion integrated resort, developed through a partne...

Apollo’s $6.3 Billion Acquisition of IGT and Everi Moves Closer to Finalization

The $6.3 billion acquisitionof International Game Technology (IGT) and Everi Holdings by Apollo Global Management is one step closer to finalization. Following a unanimous vote by the Nevada Gaming Commission, ...

Attorney General’s Ruling May Redefine Fantasy Sports Legality in California

Online fantasy sports may soon be classified as illegal gambling under California law, as Attorney General Rob Bonta prepares to issue a long-awaited legal opinion that could have sweeping implications for fant...

PointsBet’s Takeover Battle Intensifies Amid Vote Dispute

PointsBet's battle for control intensifies as its shareholders narrowly approved a takeover deal with Japanese firm MIXI, but not without a significant challenge from rival bidder Betr Entertainment. Despite th...

Arizona Sports Betting Revenue Sees Decline Amid Increased Wagering

Arizona's sports betting market experienced a surge in betting activity in March 2025, with bettors wagering an impressive $887.4 million, marking a 16.8% year-over-year increase compared to March 2024. Despite...