Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Lucas DunnPAGCOR Sets July 31 Deadline for B2B Accreditation
PAGCOR has given B2B gaming providers until July 31, 2026, to complete accreditation or face system decommissioning and a full ban on servicing licensed operators.

By: Paul SkidmoreInverness and BetGoodwin Highlight Football Sponsorship Divide
Inverness Caledonian Thistle’s new BetGoodwin partnership underlines how lower-league clubs still depend on gambling sponsorship revenue.

By: Paul SkidmoreDragonBet Joins Autism in Racing for Great Big Ride 2026
DragonBet will match donations up to £5,000 as Autism in Racing prepares for this year’s Great Big Ride charity fundraiser.

By: Paul SkidmoreRecord engagement recorded during Safer Gambling Week 2025
The BGC reported a sharp rise in the use of safer gambling tools and messaging during Safer Gambling Week 2025.

By: Paul SkidmoreCasino Guru Awards 2026 set to bring industry together in Malta
The Casino Guru Awards 2026 will take place in Malta next week, celebrating companies and individuals promoting safer gambling and ethical standards.

By: Grant MitchellOregon Couple Wins Two Jackpots at Florence Casino, Including Record $253,853
“I am just so shocked,” said Janice, who was photographed holding a giant check for $253,853.30. “I’m still shocked! We just can’t believe it!

By: Lucas Dunn91% of Ontario Players Now Choose Regulated Gaming
A new Ipsos study shows 91.1% of Ontario players now choose regulated gaming sites, up 7.4% in one year, signaling strong growth for the province's model.

By: Richard JanvrinIMAX Exploring Potential Sale Amid Strong 2025 Box Office Growth
IMAX shares jumped after reports surfaced about possible acquisition discussions with entertainment companies.

By: Lucas DunnAlberta iGaming Market Opens July 13 with Safety Focus
Alberta confirms its regulated iGaming market will launch on July 13, 2026, bringing player protections, major operators, and billions in projected revenue.

By: Heather GartlandAustralia Blocks Six More Illegal Gambling Websites
Australia’s gambling regulator has ordered internet providers to block six additional illegal gambling websites as authorities continue tightening enforcement against offshore operators.