Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Richard JanvrinBill Ackman Set to Earn $600 Million as Universal Music Investment Ends
Pershing Square's five-year investment in Universal Music is coming to an end after they rejected a $65 billion takeover deal proposal.

By: Grant MitchellCalifornia Woman Wins $1.3 Million Casino Jackpot from $8 Bet
After confirming her jackpot, Sycuan extended a complimentary resort stay and a massage at Spa Ritual to round out her experience.

By: Paul SkidmoreWomen in Gaming Awards 2026 finalists revealed ahead of Savoy ceremony
The finalists for the Women in Gaming Diversity & Employee Wellbeing Awards 2026 have been announced. The winners will be crowned at London's Savoy Hotel on 12 June.

By: Paul SkidmoreBGC appoints new director as UK gambling pressures intensify
Daniel Lindsay joins the BGC on a 12-month basis as the trade body continues to battle affordability checks and wider UK reforms.

By: Lucas DunnAlberta iGaming: New Operators and Suppliers Sign Up
Alberta's iGaming market opens July 13, 2026. DAZN Bet and Inspired Entertainment are among the latest to secure registrations ahead of the regulated launch.

By: Lucas DunnOLG Targets Players Under 25 With Deposit Limit Rule
OLG is requiring players under 25 to set deposit limits once they hit a $500 transaction threshold, as part of a data-driven responsible gambling push.

By: Heather GartlandNew Zealand Affiliate Gambling Ban Raises Industry Questions
New Zealand’s upcoming online casino framework includes a ban on affiliate marketing, creating uncertainty around how operators will attract players in the regulated market.

By: Paul SkidmoreResearch questions accuracy of Gambling Survey for Great Britain
Research presented at the UNLV Eadington Conference 2026 has challenged the reliability of the Gambling Survey for Great Britain, with analysis suggesting participation rates may be significantly overstated compared to operator records.

By: Paul SkidmoreBally’s Intralot CEO says UK consolidation is creating customer acquisition opportunities
Bally’s Intralot CEO Robeson Reeves says the operator is benefiting from lower UK acquisition costs after the Remote Gaming Duty hike.

By: Paul SkidmoreASA orders removal of Oddschecker posts featuring Kane and Haaland
The regulator found that the football stars had strong appeal to under-18s and should not be used in gambling-related social media content.