Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

NZ 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.
Disney Files FCC License Renewals Under Protest Amid DEI Investigation
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Disney Files FCC License Renewals Under Protest Amid DEI Investigation

Disney says the FCC's demand for early license renewals is unconstitutional and unprecedented.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Sun 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.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Gauteng 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.
By: Paul Skidmore

NEXT.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.
By: Paul Skidmore

Per Widerström’s future questioned as Bally’s takeover talks continue

Industry speculation is mounting over whether evoke CEO Per Widerström will remain in place if Bally’s Intralot completes its proposed takeover of the gambling group.
By: Paul Skidmore

Casino Guru Awards 2026 winners revealed

Casino Guru Awards 2026 honoured the companies and individuals driving innovation, transparency and responsible gambling across iGaming.
By: Paul Skidmore

UK gambling tax hike enters next phase despite stable early trading

Industry experts warn the full impact of the UK’s Remote Gaming Duty increase may not become clear until later this year.
By: Paul Skidmore

Evoke extends Bally’s Intralot takeover deadline to 8 June

Evoke has pushed back the deadline for Bally’s Intralot to make a formal takeover offer as discussions between the two companies continue.
Caesars Agrees to $18 Billion Sale to Fertitta
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Caesars Agrees to Near-$18 Billion Sale to Fertitta Entertainment

Fertitta will acquire all of Caesars’ approximate $11.9 billion in outstanding debt and will pay shareholders $31 cash for each share.