Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Stunning night skyline of Bangkok with illuminated skyscrapers and city lights
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Pheu Thai Party Moves Away from Casinos to Promote Wellness Tourism

Prime ministerial candidate Yodchanan Wongsawat stated that land once earmarked for casinos will now be developed into health and medical hubs.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

CT Interactive Grows South Africa Presence via Aardvark Technologies

CT Interactive has signed a strategic content deal with Aardvark Technologies that takes 20 of its most popular online slot titles live in South Africa’s regulated iGaming market.
Petersburg Casino Opening on Thursday
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Fifth Virginia Casino Will Open on Thursday With Live! in Petersburg

The facility will serve as a stop-gap until the permanent location opens in what is estimated to be late 2027 or early 2028.
Image of complicated equations and a robot
By: Paul Skidmore

AI vs iGaming Verification: Can the System Survive Deepfakes?

Generative AI deepfakes and synthetic identities are emerging as a serious threat to iGaming verification, pushing operators toward more advanced AI-powered defences in 2026.
A visual off Joker's Jewels hold and win
By: Paul Skidmore

Pragmatic Play’s Joker’s Jewels Hold & Spin brings a modern feature to a classic slot

Pragmatic Play has released Joker’s Jewels Hold & Spin, combining a traditional slot aesthetic with a Hold & Spin feature designed to increase engagement and replay value.
Image of the North East of Barcelona
By: Paul Skidmore

Pragmatic Play at ICE Barcelona 2026: Unveiling the 2026 Multi-Vertical Product Roadmap

Pragmatic Play will unveil its 2026 roadmap at ICE Barcelona with new slot releases, live casino innovations, arcade games and the latest Drops & Wins season.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Australian Poker Pro Chris Skinner Banned After Admitting to New Year’s Eve Chip Scam

Australian player Chris Skinner has been dropped as a Southern Poker Tour ambassador and banned from Poker with Fred events after a chip-smuggling scandal.
Bally's Might Not Meet 2026 Chicago Deadline
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Bally’s Chicago Not on Schedule, Could Use Extension to 2027

Bally’s is servicing casino gamblers at the temporary casino thanks to its temporary gaming license, which was already extended once.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Tsogo Sun sells its City Lodge stake and reports a R30m loss

Tsogo Sun reduced its City Lodge holding after an October 2025 sale, recording a R30m loss and signalling a tighter focus on core assets.
An image of Duck Hunters, the new launch by NoLimit City
By: Paul Skidmore

New Game Release by NoLimit City: Duck Hunters Happy Hour

NoLimit City has added Duck Hunters Happy Hour to its growing slot portfolio. The new release builds on the studio’s trademark high-volatility approach, combining stacked symbols, multipliers and bonus features within a bold hunting-themed setting.