Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Richard JanvrinTSA Funding Deadline Threatens Travel Delays Ahead of Spring Break
TSA officers are facing financial strain and potential walkouts as a funding deadline nears, putting airport security operations at risk.

By: Richard JanvrinDavid Zaslav Could Earn $800M in Paramount–WBD Deal
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav could walk away with a massive payout tied to severance, equity incentives, and more.

By: Heather GartlandAustralian Player Lands A$27.5m Lucky Lotteries Jackpot
A New South Wales woman has become the latest multi-millionaire after landing a A$27.52 million Lucky Lotteries Mega Jackpot prize.

By: Grant MitchellPENN Confirms Opening Date for Hollywood Aurora Casino in Illinois
The $360 million project has nearly completed its construction and will serve customers throughout the Chicago suburbs and surrounding areas.

By: Richard JanvrinUber Invests $1.25 Billion in Rivian Robotaxi Partnership
Uber and Rivian have agreed to a deal that could be worth up to $1.25 billion and launch up to 50,000 robotaxis across dozens of countries.

By: Lucas DunnAlberta Bans Election Betting as Soft2Bet Eyes iGaming Launch
Alberta bans election betting while Soft2Bet prepares to enter the iGaming market, signaling a shift toward a regulated and competitive industry.
By: Lucas DunnAnutin Charnvirakul Reelected as Thailand PM, Ending Casino Legalization Push
Thailand reelects Anutin as prime minister, reinforcing opposition to casino legalization while addressing economic and political challenges.

By: Heather GartlandSkyCity Compliance Pressure Grows as New Zealand Tightens Casino Oversight
SkyCity is still feeling the weight of stricter oversight, with AML penalties, host responsibility action, and carded play reforms reshaping New Zealand’s casino sector.

By: Grant MitchellOne Individual Dead After Officer-Involved Shooting at Oklahoma WinStar Casino
Officers responded to a call and eventually engaged the individual, with few details revealing what escalated the situation.

By: Paul SkidmoreIncentive Games partners with Rank Group to expand UK real-money offering
Incentive Games has secured a new partnership with Rank Group, bringing its mobile-first real-money titles to a wider UK audience following its recent Gambling Commission licence approval.