Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Richard JanvrinGoogle Agrees to $920 Million Monthly Data Center Deal With SpaceX
The agreement highlights growing demand for AI computing infrastructure and data center capacity.

By: Grant MitchellCasino Union Leader Calls for Banishment of Sports Event Contracts
Her belief is that sports event contracts are a form of unlicensed gambling, which is impermissible according to state regulations.

By: Richard JanvrinEvoke Agrees to £243 Million Acquisition by Bally's Intralot
The owner of William Hill UK and 888 has agreed to a takeover deal with Bally's Intralot.

By: Heather GartlandSouth African Regulators Clarify Remote Gambling Server Rules
New guidance from South Africa's gambling authorities aims to clarify how remote gambling servers should be treated under existing regulatory frameworks.

By: Grant MitchellSelf-Excluded Woman Wins Jackpot, Gets Kicked Out of PA Casino
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) says that individuals on the self-excluded list are prohibited from receiving gambling winnings.

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.