Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Bill Ackman Set to Earn $600 Million as Universal Music Investment Ends
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Bill 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.
Woman Wins $1.3 Million Jackpot with $8
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

California 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 Skidmore

Women 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 Skidmore

BGC 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.
Roulette wheel and casino chips on a gaming table
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Alberta 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.
Multiethnicity colleagues looking at their mobile phones during the break time in the office
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

OLG 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.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

New 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 Skidmore

Research 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 Skidmore

Bally’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.
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By: Paul Skidmore

ASA 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.