Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

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By: Paul Skidmore

Casino Guru Academy launches suicide prevention course at ICE 2026

Casino Guru Academy has launched a free Suicide Prevention Course at ICE Barcelona 2026, giving iGaming professionals practical tools to recognise and respond to self-harm risks.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Andrew Rhodes to step down as Gambling Commission chief

Andrew Rhodes will leave the Gambling Commission at the end of April, closing a near five-year tenure defined by regulatory reform, affordability checks and record enforcement action.
California Restricts Blackjack at Cardrooms
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Tribes Celebrate as California Restricts “Blackjack-Style” Games at Cardrooms

Attorney General Rob Bonta said that the regulations were submitted on Dec. 23, 2025, and were finally approved last week.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Live gambling ads linked to higher betting during World Cup

Television gambling adverts aired during live World Cup matches increased betting frequency and likelihood, with researchers warning current UK ad rules may be insufficient.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Incentive Games and GG.BET Expand Canadian Presence with Partnerships

Incentive Games debuts its Crash and Arcade titles in Quebec, while GG.BET strengthens its regional reach through a CasinoCanada collaboration.
Hard rock Atlantic City $50m Investment
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Hard Rock Invests $50 Million Into Atlantic City Casino Upgrades

When all is said and done, guests will enjoy new hotel rooms, suites and penthouses, updated corridors and decorations, restaurant upgrades, and more.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

New Zealand’s Largest Illegal Online Lottery: Christchurch Director Pleads Guilty

DIA says the guilty plea marks an NZ first for an illegal online lottery prosecution, after a case tied to an $11m scheme.
Kroger Appoints Greg Foran as CEO Following Leadership Shakeup
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Kroger Appoints Greg Foran as CEO Following Leadership Shakeup

Kroger has named a new CEO following the departure of its former and longtime one in 2024.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Entain marks five years of Pitching In grassroots programme

Entain is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its Pitching In programme, highlighting its long-term investment in grassroots football, community funding and volunteering support across the UK.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Evoke fair value cut as UK tax outlook reshapes outlook

Evoke’s fair value estimate has been reduced to £0.48 per share as analysts adjust UK tax, revenue and margin assumptions, shifting attention toward execution and cash generation.