Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul SkidmoreKane 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.

By: Grant MitchellHappy 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.

By: Richard JanvrinNike 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.

By: Richard JanvrinSpirit Airlines Cash Running Out As President Trump Mulls Bailout
Spirit Airlines may get a government bailout as cash runs low and operations face uncertainty.

By: Lucas DunnPENN'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 SkidmoreStudent 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.

By: Lucas DunnOntario 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 SkidmoreEntain 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.

By: Richard JanvrinWarner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Approve Paramount Acquisition Deal
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approved Paramount's acquisition and the deal is inching closer to completion.

By: Richard JanvrinParamount Shareholders to Vote on Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
Paramount shareholders vote on Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition deal.