Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul SkidmoreEntain appoints Sheila Bangalore as independent director
Entain has strengthened its board with the appointment of industry veteran Sheila Bangalore as an independent non-executive director.

By: Grant MitchellPeople Owner Bids for MGM Resorts, Deal Valued at $18 Billion
People, which already owns 26.1 percent of MGM Resorts, offered about 10.6 percent per share more than MGM’s current share value.

By: Richard JanvrinUniversal Music Rejects Bill Ackman's $65 Billion Takeover Proposal
Universal Music's board determined Bill Ackman's offer significantly undervalued the company.

By: Richard JanvrinTilman Fertitta to Acquire Caesars Entertainment in $5.7 Billion Deal
Caesars Entertainment shareholders are set to receive $31 per share under the proposed acquisition.

By: Heather GartlandAustralian Gambling Reform Critics Accuse Government of Delays
Fresh criticism has emerged over Australia’s approach to gambling reform, with campaigners arguing progress has been too slow despite ongoing concerns around online betting harm.

By: Heather GartlandNZ Online Casino Reform Enters Crucial Implementation Phase
New Zealand’s online gambling reforms are moving from legislation into implementation as regulators prepare for licensing, enforcement, and market transition.

By: Richard JanvrinDisney Files FCC License Renewals Under Protest Amid DEI Investigation
Disney says the FCC's demand for early license renewals is unconstitutional and unprecedented.

By: Heather GartlandSun International Doubles Down on Digital Gambling Growth
South African casino giant Sun International is placing increasing emphasis on digital gambling as online betting and gaming continue reshaping the industry.

By: Heather GartlandGauteng Gambling Board Leadership Shake-Up Over Office Violations
South Africa’s Gauteng gambling regulator is facing leadership disruption after the provincial government dismissed the board chair over alleged workplace governance violations.
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By: Paul SkidmoreNEXT.io Summit Valletta 2026 brings global iGaming industry to Malta
Thousands of industry professionals gathered in Malta this week as NEXT.io Summit Valletta 2026 focused on AI, prediction markets and the future of iGaming.