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.
The ever-popular theme of Ancient Egypt continues to captivate online slot enthusiasts in Play’n GO’s sequel, Tomb of Gold II. Building on the success of its predecessor, this game immerses players in a world o...
Thailand’s proposed legislation to establish casino-inclusive entertainment complexes has been moved to the lowest priority on the parliamentary agenda, reflecting increased public pressure and growing legal sc...
In May 2025, Las Vegas gaming revenue on the Strip fell once again, continuing a downward trend that has been evident for the past four months. According to the Nevada Gaming Control Board (pdf), the Strip expe...
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has imposed a hefty fine of $350,000 on the Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto due to significant violations of provincial gaming regulati...
The highly anticipated opening of the $1 billion Westside City integrated resort in Parañaque City, Manila, Philippines, has been postponed once again. Suntrust Resort Holdings Inc. announced in a regulatory fi...
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...
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, ...
MGM Yonkers, a subsidiary of MGM Resorts International, has officially applied for a commercial casino license from the New York Gaming Commission and the Gaming Facility Location Board. The submission details ...
Kalshi, the New York-based prediction market startup, has announced a successful funding round that values the company at an impressive $2 billion. The Series C round, which raised $185 million, was led by Para...
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...
In 2025, California lawmakers have introduced a powerful new bill aimed at banning online sweepstakes casinos, setting the stage for a pivotal battle over online gambling regulation. The bill, led by Assemblyme...
Japan has confirmed the appointment of Toshiyuki Shimada as the new Secretary General of the Japan Casino Regulatory Commission (JCRC), effective July 1. This decision marks a pivotal shift in the country's reg...
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'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...
Light & Wonder has secured a small but significant legal victory in its ongoing intellectual property dispute with rival Aristocrat Technologies, marking a crucial moment in the companies' fierce competitio...