Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul Skidmore

Kane Purdy Appointed Chair of Betting and Gaming Council

Kane Purdy takes over as BGC Chair, bringing 20 years of industry experience as the body navigates regulatory change.
Happy Valley Casino Opens After Test Run
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Happy Valley Casino Completes Trial Run, Launches in Full on Monday

Following a successful two-day trial run, the Centre Country property was approved by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board for regular business.
Nike Cuts 1,400 Jobs as “Win Now” Strategy Takes Shape
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Nike Cuts 1,400 Jobs as “Win Now” Strategy Takes Shape

Nike is cutting 1,400 jobs as part of its “Win Now” strategy to reshape operations and accelerate growth.
Spirit Airlines Cash Running Out As President Trump Mulls Bailout
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Spirit Airlines Cash Running Out As President Trump Mulls Bailout

Spirit Airlines may get a government bailout as cash runs low and operations face uncertainty.
Edmonton, Alberta skyline with downtown towers and tree-lined foreground under a cloudy sky
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

PENN's theScore Bet Wins Alberta iGaming Market Approval

PENN Entertainment secures Alberta iGaming approval, with theScore Bet set to launch July 13 alongside DraftKings in one of Canada's most competitive markets.
By: Paul Skidmore

Student gamblers losing over £50 per week, survey finds

UK student gamblers now lose over £50 weekly on average, with rising spending linked to financial pressure and social media exposure.
Toronto skyline viewed from the water, featuring the CN Tower and Rogers Centre with a plane flying past
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Ontario iGaming Market Shuffles as Operators Exit and Enter

Conquestador has left Ontario's iGaming market, with Casumo set to follow. Yet new deals and rising revenue suggest the market is far from saturated.
By: Paul Skidmore

Entain to close 39 Ladbrokes shops in Ireland

Entain will shut 39 Ladbrokes shops in Ireland after a failed sale, putting 226 jobs at risk amid ongoing retail sector pressures.
Warner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Approve Paramount Acquisition Deal
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Warner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Approve Paramount Acquisition Deal

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approved Paramount's acquisition and the deal is inching closer to completion.
Paramount Shareholders to Vote on Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Paramount Shareholders to Vote on Warner Bros. Discovery Deal

Paramount shareholders vote on Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition deal.