Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

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By: Paul Skidmore

NetEnt releases Godbreaker slot with three Free Spins modes

NetEnt has launched Godbreaker, a five-reel slot built around mythological conflict, stacked symbols and a Free Spins feature with three selectable modes.
West Virginia Mulls iGaming Tax Hike
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

West Virginia Could Bump Online Casino Tax Rate to 25%

West Virginia's last full fiscal year (FY 2025) resulted in $7.5 billion in wagers, $307.7 million in revenue, and $46.2 million in tax collection.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Anti-Gambling Advocates Challenge Thailand’s Lottery Election Promises

Thai anti-gambling coalition warns that lottery election pledges risk worsening gambling addiction, urging parties to adopt responsible policies.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Tipico case sends German online gambling dispute to EU court

A legal dispute involving Tipico has been referred to the EU’s highest court, with the outcome expected to shape how historic online gambling losses are treated under German law.
PA Involuntarily Bans 22 Gamblers
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Pennsylvania Gaming Board Bans 22 Adults from Casinos for Different Offenses

The new members of the excluded list cannot use regulated casinos in Pennsylvania, online sportsbooks, or video gaming terminals.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Alberta's iGaming Market prepares to Follow Ontario's Regulatory Lead

Alberta's new licensing process, modeled after Ontario's, aims to attract leading operations and foster a competitive and responsible gaming industry.
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By: Paul Skidmore

UK gambling advertising declines further amid safety focus

Gambling advertising by licensed UK operators continued to fall in 2024, with spend declining across key channels as more budget was directed towards safer gambling messaging.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Play’n GO releases Piggy Blitz Casino Gold slot

Play’n GO has released Piggy Blitz Casino Gold, a six-reel casino-themed slot combining Cash Coins, Piggy Banks and three selectable bonus modes.
Peoria Rejects Boyd Gaming Casino Settlement
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Peoria Rebuffs Casino Plan, Takes Legal Action Against Boyd Gaming

With the vote done and dusted, the city will continue a legal fight against Boyd Gaming. A successful vote would’ve put an end to the challenge.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Why London startups are targeting iGaming analytics

London-based startups are increasingly focusing on iGaming analytics, where market scale, regulation and data-driven decision-making create clear commercial demand.