Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul SkidmoreWhy Bally’s is interested in Evoke despite mounting risks
Bally’s sees opportunity in Evoke’s scale and European reach, even as debt, tax rises and regulation scare off private equity buyers.

By: Grant MitchellHotel Attached to Portsmouth Casino Hits Construction Milestone
The ceremony included the placing of the final steel support structure for the towering hotel and a State of the City speech by Mayor Shannon Glover (I).

By: Richard JanvrinDunkin', Buffalo Wild Wings Owner, Inspire Brands, Files for IPO
Inspire Brands confidentially filed for an initial public offering.

By: Heather GartlandAuckland-fraud-case-raises-questions-over-gambling-harm
A former Auckland Rugby League employee has been sentenced after stealing more than $133,000 while struggling with a gambling addiction.

By: Heather GartlandAfrican Casinos and Sportsbooks Seek Smarter Payment Solutions
Payment infrastructure is becoming a major focus for African gaming operators as casinos and sportsbooks expand across multiple regulated markets.

By: Richard JanvrinOnlyFans Valued At $3.15 Billion Following Recent Minority Stake Sale
OnlyFans sells 16% stake for $535 million to Architect Capital

By: Paul SkidmoreAll the details of the UK’s gambling financial risk assessment reform
The UK’s proposed gambling financial risk assessments could reshape online betting and casino play. Here’s what the reforms mean.

By: Paul SkidmoreBetfred Owner’s Jersey Move Highlights Offshore Pressures
Fred Done’s Jersey restructuring has intensified scrutiny on how rising UK gambling taxes may push operators toward offshore models.

By: Grant MitchellSeminole Hard Rock Casino Secures Official World Cup Host City Supporter Title
As an Official Supporter, the Hard Rock casino will host a variety of engagements and events for soccer fans during the World Cup.

By: Heather GartlandEswatini Illegal Gambling Crackdown Creates Court Backlog
Authorities in Eswatini are dealing with growing legal pressure after a large-scale crackdown on illegal online gambling and fraud operations involving foreign nationals.