Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul SkidmoreDoes anyone really know how big the gambling black market is?
The gambling industry frequently cites concerns about black-market growth, but increasing VPN use is raising fresh questions about how accurately illegal gambling can be measured.

By: Heather GartlandNew Zealand Online Casino Licence Race Heats Up Ahead Of July Applications
New Zealand's new online casino market is edging closer to reality, with operators preparing to compete for one of only 15 available licences as the licensing process begins next month.

By: Grant MitchellCirca Boss Derek Stevens Invites “Freddy” to Las Vegas Casino via Private Jet
Stevens also invited “Freddy” and his friends to a watch party at Stadium Swim, an aquatic viewing area that plays sports events on a massive screen.

By: Richard JanvrinElon Musk Becomes World's First Trillionaire After SpaceX IPO
The SpaceX IPO dramatically increased Elon Musk's fortune and created new millionaires.

By: Richard JanvrinLIV Golf CEO Says League Remains on Track Despite Funding Questions
LIV Golf leadership remains confident despite uncertainty surrounding the league's long-term funding.

By: Lucas DunnCanada's Historic World Cup Point Overshadowed by Empty Seats
Cyle Larin's late goal gave Canada a 1-1 draw with Bosnia in Toronto, their first World Cup point, but empty seats fueled ticket price backlash.

By: Grant MitchellChicago Mayor Wants Committee to Reinstate Recently-Scrubbed Video Gambling Ban
A spokesperson for the Mayor said on Friday afternoon that the committee would meet Monday to discuss an ordinance, but would not call for a vote.

By: Paul SkidmoreiGB L!VE 2026 brings global iGaming industry to London
iGB L!VE returns on 1-2 July 2026, welcoming more than 15,000 industry professionals to London for two days of networking, innovation and discussions on the future of online gambling.

By: Paul SkidmoreFlutter to leave London Stock Exchange as US focus grows
Flutter Entertainment has confirmed it will delist from the London Stock Exchange in August 2026, ending its dual listing structure.

By: Paul SkidmoreBGC launches five-point plan to tackle illegal gambling black market, Wikimedia Commons CC BY 3.0
The Betting and Gaming Council has launched a new five-point strategy aimed at tackling the UK's growing illegal gambling market.