Casino Financial News & Market Revenue

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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Ontario iGaming Market Declines in February After Record January High

Ontario's iGaming market declined in February, and wagers fell significantly, mainly due to a sharp decline in sports betting activity.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

African Gambling Taxes Rise as Online Betting Boom Grows

Governments across Africa are increasing gambling taxes as online betting grows rapidly, with South Africa proposing major changes that could reshape the market
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Vietnam Plans to Restrict Foreign Crypto Exchanges, Boost Local Platforms

Vietnam plans stricter cryptocurrency rules, pushing traders toward licensed local exchanges to enhance oversight, strengthen tax collection, and curb capital outflows.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South African Casinos Face Pressure as Online Betting Grows

South Africa’s casino floors are still bringing in the bulk of gaming revenue, but the latest Sun International results show online betting is growing much faster.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Saskatchewan Raises Indigenous Funding to CA$153.5M Through Gaming Revenue

Saskatchewan increases Indigenous funding to CA$153.5M, fueled by gaming growth, expanding support for housing, education, and local initiatives.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Gaming Sector Surpasses 2025 Revenue Projections

Macau's gaming taxes climbed 7.6% in 2025, while GGR climbed 9.1%, highlighting the region's continued reliance on casino revenues.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South Africa’s 20% Gambling Tax Plan Faces Backlash

South Africa’s proposed 20% online gambling tax is facing fresh industry backlash, with bookmakers warning the plan could squeeze licensed operators and make offshore sites more attractive.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Concerts Boost Macau GGR as UBS Cuts 2026 Casino Forecasts

Macau's March GGR is gaining momentum from major concerts, while UBS lowers 2026 casino earnings forecasts as rising costs weigh on profitability.
West Virginia Online Casinos Soar
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

West Virginia Online Casino Revenue Soars in February, up 41.6% YoY

According to the West Virginia regulator, the state’s online casinos combined to produce $37.1 million in revenue in February.
Casinos Lobbyists Dominated NYC Spending
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New York Casino Groups Dominate Highest Lobbying Spenders in 2025

The total amount spent on lobbying is also before anything is spent on the casino projects themselves, which will cost an estimated $4-8 billion each.