Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Maine Moves to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Maine Committee Votes 8-2 in Support of Sweepstakes Casino Ban

The proposal would add Maine to a growing list of states that prohibit sweepstakes operators from operating inside their jurisdictions.
Exterior view of Parq Vancouver casino complex beside BC Place in Vancouver
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Vancouver City Council Approves Parq Casino Slot Machine Expansion

Vancouver approves Parq Casino’s expansion to 900 slot machines, aiming to retain local gambling revenue while raising gambling addiction concerns.
South Carolina Mulling Gaming Bills
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

South Carolina Slowly Mulling Sports Betting, Casino Legalization Bills

An economic development study estimated that a South Carolina casino would fetch more than $100 million in annual tax revenue.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Canada’s iGaming Market Expands with New Partnerships and Launches

Canada’s iGaming market grows with Betty Casino’s sports partnerships, Light & Wonder’s Playzido launch in Alberta, and Evoplay’s Ontario game rollout.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Rank Group Warns on Future Costs as H1 Profit Slips

Rank Group posted higher revenue in the first half of its financial year but saw net profit fall 26%, with outgoing CEO John O’Reilly warning of further tax headwinds.
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By: Paul Skidmore

24-Hour Adult Gaming Centres Stir Debate Across England

Plans for new 24-hour adult gaming centres in towns across England are prompting debate over anti-social behaviour, regeneration and planning policy.
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By: Paul Skidmore

From Bonus Wars to UX Wars in Online Sports Betting

Rising duties and tighter regulation are pushing sportsbooks away from aggressive bonus strategies and towards smarter, lower-friction user experiences built to improve retention and long-term value.
The Seattle Seahawks Are Officially For Sale
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Seattle Seahawks Officially for Sale After Super Bowl 60 Win, Valuation Could Reach $10 Billion

The Seattle Seahawks are officially the next NFL team on the market after winning the Super Bowl.
Petersburg Casino Has Strong Start
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Petersburg, Virginia Casino Posts Strong First 10-Day Revenue Total

Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia generated close to $4.7 million in adjusted gross revenue during its first week and a half, according to figures from the state.
Warner Bros. Discovery Reopens Paramount Talks, Setting Stage for Potential Bidding War With Netflix
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Warner Bros. Discovery Reopens Paramount Talks, Setting Stage for Potential Bidding War With Netflix

Warner reopens Paramount talks, potentially igniting a bidding war with Netflix as regulators and investors watch closely.