Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul Skidmore

Gambling Commission appoints Sue Young as operations chief

The Gambling Commission has named Sue Young as Executive Director of Operations, strengthening its leadership team.
PepsiCo Pulls Wireless Festival Sponsorship Over Ye Headline
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

PepsiCo Pulls Wireless Festival Sponsorship Over Ye Headline

PepsiCo has dropped its sponsorship of Wireless Festival in London after Ye named headliner.
Young male looking at smartphone surrounded by open books
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

RGC Launches PSA Campaign to Tackle Gambling Harm Among Young Adults

The RGC's Randoms 2025 PSA campaign combines government funding, broadcaster partnerships, and data-backed outreach to protect young Canadians from gambling harm.
By: Paul Skidmore

William Hill seeks return of funds after jackpot glitch error

William Hill is contacting customers after a glitch credited large winnings, asking for funds to be returned with a partial goodwill offer.
By: Paul Skidmore

MPs debate gambling tax impact on Gibraltar economy

MPs raised concerns over gambling tax hikes hitting Gibraltar, though black market risks were downplayed.
Amazon Adds 3.5% Fuel Surcharge for Third-Party Sellers
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Amazon Adds 3.5% Fuel Surcharge for Third-Party Sellers

Amazon will begin applying 3.5% fuel surcharge to sellers in April as costs increase.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Star Secures Refinancing Lifeline as Pressure Continues

Star Entertainment has secured a refinancing deal to stabilise its finances, as the casino operator continues to navigate regulatory and operational challenges.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Sun International Appoints New Gaming Chief to Lead South African Casinos

Sun International has appointed Mark Sergeant as its new gaming chief, as land-based casinos in South Africa adapt to changing market conditions.
New Jerseyans Don't Want Casino Expansion
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New Poll Shows New Jersey Voters Want Casinos to Stay in Atlantic City

Those results are strikingly similar to data that was collected by FDU in Aug. 2014, which showed that 50 percent opposed and 42 percent supported casino expansion.
United Airlines Raises Checked Bag Fees by $10 Amid Soaring Fuel Costs
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

United Airlines Raises Checked Bag Fees by $10 Amid Soaring Fuel Costs

United Airlines increased checked-bag fees by $10, citing higher fuel costs affecting airlines across the U.S.