Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Kambi Launches New Sportsbook for Ontario Lottery and Gaming

OLG has rolled out its Kambi-powered sportsbook, boosting its competitive edge in Ontario's gaming market amid growing private sector operators.
Hard Rock Bet Drops New Online Slot Game
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Hard Rock Bet Launches Huff N’ Puff High Rise Online Casino Game in Michigan & New Jersey

Jackpots including Mini, Minor, Major, and the Grand prize, a 5,000x multiplier, the highest on any jackpot slot machine, are all in play.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Gold and Silver Prices Plunge as FTSE 100 Reaches New Heights

Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh as Fed chair sparked a metals sell-off, easing geopolitical tensions and reshaping market dynamics.
Home Depot Lays Off 800 Workers, Issues Return to Work Order
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Home Depot Announces 800 Layoffs, Ends Remote Work for Corporate Staff

The Home Depot announced a return-to-office order for corporate employees and also laid off 800 workers.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

SkyCity Queenstown Casino Venue Licence Renewed for a Further 15 Years

The Gambling Commission has granted SkyCity Queenstown a new 15-year venue licence, extending the Beach Street casino in Queenstown beyond 2025.
Roulette table with stacked casino chips and active bets during gameplay
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Ontario’s iGaming Revenue Soars Amid Calls for Ad Restrictions

Ontario’s iGaming revenue hit a record CA$425.4 million in December as senators advocate for a ban on sports gambling advertisements.
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By: Paul Skidmore

ICE Barcelona 2026 sets new attendance records and industry agenda

ICE Barcelona 2026 concluded with record-breaking attendance, reinforcing the event’s growing influence as a global meeting point for gaming, betting and regulatory leadership.
Virginia Forwards Online Casino Bill
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Senate Subcommittee Approves Online Casino Bill After Voting “No” Last Week

The next step for the bill is the Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee. If it passes their vote, it will advance to a hearing on the Senate floor.
ACMA fines 6 bookies
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

ACMA Names Six Wagering Providers for BetStop Breaches as Tabcorp Fined

Australia’s media regulator has named six wagering providers over BetStop self-exclusion breaches, with Tabcorp paying a $112,680 penalty.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Malaysia Plans Legislative Measures to Combat Online Gambling Surge

Malaysia’s Home Ministry is reviewing laws to enhance enforcement and modernize regulations to combat the growing issue of illegal online gambling.