Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Fatal Shooting at MGM National Harbor
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

MGM National Harbor Unveils New High Limit Gambling Room With Slots and Table Game

Customers can now officially experience the new 4,000 square feet of gaming space, bringing the total to more than 14,000 square feet.
Indiana Could Relocate Casino
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Indiana Forwards Bill to Relocation Casino in Ohio County to Several Possible Homes

The bill would allow the Rising Star Casino Resort in Rising Sun, Indiana, to move its campus to a selection of new host cities.
By: Paul Skidmore

Novomatic takeover of Ainsworth collapses after deadline

Novomatic’s attempt to acquire the remaining shares in Ainsworth Game Technology has fallen through after it failed to secure enough minority shareholder backing by 6 February.
McDonald’s Value Push Boosts Sales but Sparks Franchisee Backlash Over Pricing Control
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

McDonald’s Value Push Boosts Sales but Sparks Franchisee Backlash Over Pricing Control

McDonald's has new value guidelines that must be followed, and some franchisees are pushing back.
Tysons Location Stripped from VA Casino Bill
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Senate Strips Tysons Location Requirement from Casino Bill

Previously, the bill contained specific language that effectively restricted the build site to Tysons, although that is now gone.
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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.
Business professionals shaking hands during a partnership meeting
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.