Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul SkidmoreUK Remote Gaming Tax Receipts Jump 108% Following Rate Hike
UK Remote Gaming Duty receipts more than doubled year-on-year in July, offering an early indication of how the government's increase from 21% to 40% is affecting Treasury revenues.

By: Paul SkidmoreYoung adults betting to escape debt: what a new US survey really shows
A US survey raises concerns about gambling to repay debt, but its findings need context. Here is what the research means for younger UK adults.

By: Grant MitchellSan Diego Slot Machine Player Wins $1.2 Million at Pechanga Resort Casino
The woman, whose identity has not been revealed, turned a $25 wager into an eye-watering $1,152,944.82 payout last weekend. The $25 bet was the minimum...

By: Richard JanvrinMormon Church Leader Warns Against Sports Betting, Prediction Markets
A Mormon church leader is warning younger people about the growing accessibility of sports betting and prediction markets.

By: Richard JanvrinKalshi Seeks $1 Billion Funding Round at $40 Billion Valuation
Kalshi is reportedly close to raising another $1 billion, which would bring its valuation to $40 billion.

By: Richard JanvrinDraftKings Stock Falls to Lowest Level Since 2023
DraftKings shares have fallen to their lowest level since April 2023 amid growing prediction market competition.

By: Grant MitchellEight Washington Casinos Closing as Maverick Gaming Goes Bankrupt
Maverick Washington LLC, a division of Maverick Gaming, could put up to 850 individuals out of work as part of the widespread closures.
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By: Paul SkidmoreG2E 2026 puts casino investment and industry pressures in the spotlight
Casino executives discussed investment and shareholder pressures at G2E 2026, with Wayne Gretzky among the event’s headline speakers.

By: Paul SkidmoreDutch regulator tightens checks after Quick Boys lottery licence fraud
A fraudster used Quick Boys’ identity to obtain a Dutch lottery licence, prompting tighter checks and a warning to consumers buying tickets.

By: Grant MitchellCedar Crossing Casino Unveils Astronaut Exhibit & Entertainment
The casino’s leadership said that they hoped the complex would be viewed as more than just a destination with slot machines and table games.