Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Lucas DunnOntario’s Centralized Self-Exclusion Program Gets Closer as AGCO Tightens iGaming Standards
The AGCO has updated its iGaming standards ahead of iGaming Ontario’s Centralized Self-Exclusion program, expected to launch in the first half of 2026.

South African Gambling Venue Rules Face Scrutiny After Court Case
A South African court case has raised concerns about gambling venues being located closer to schools and communities under relaxed rules.

By: Grant MitchellDetroit Casino Was Suing Offset for $100k at the Same Time He Was Shot
The casino claimed that he opened a line of credit in March 2024, and, after maxing out the line, was unable to pay the borrowed amount.

By: Lucas DunnOLG Goes Live with Bede Gaming’s React Native Mobile App in Ontario
OLG has rolled out a new mobile app built on Bede Gaming’s React Native framework, serving over one million monthly users across Ontario.

By: Richard JanvrinAmerican Airlines Raises Bag Fees, Expands Basic Economy Restrictions
American Airlines has changed its checked-bag fees and imposed more restrictions on basic economy.

By: Richard JanvrinDisney Layoffs Could Reach 1,000 as Cost-Cutting Continues Under D’Amaro
Disney layoffs are coming, and it could impact up to 1,000 jobs, mostly in the marketing department.

By: Paul SkidmoreUK gambling stocks climb on US move against prediction markets
UK-listed gambling firms saw share prices rise after US lawmakers proposed banning sports betting on prediction platforms.

By: Grant MitchellVirginia Gov. Spanberger Vetoes Bill to Approve Massive Fairfax Casino
Spanberger’s decision to use her veto power represents a major blow to the casino industry, especially as Virginia’s gaming ecosystem continues to grow.

By: Lucas DunnLALIGA Signs First-Ever European Soccer League Deal With Polymarket in the US and Canada
LALIGA has named Polymarket its Official and Exclusive Prediction Market Partner in the US and Canada, marking a first for European soccer.

By: Lucas DunnMaple Leafs GM Search Underway as Mehta Emerges as Betting Favorite
The Leafs have fired Brad Treliving and are searching for a data-centric GM to lead the rebuild of Canada’s most scrutinized hockey franchise.