Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

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.
A depiction of changes in price with candle
By: Paul Skidmore

Playtech shares hold above 50-day moving average as selling pressure eases

Playtech shares have continued to trade above their 50-day moving average following a volatile start to the year. While recent price action shows the stock remains down over the past month, holding this technical level may indicate easing selling pressure and a more stable near-term outlook.
Calgary, Alberta
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Alberta Prepares Online Gambling Market Launch Under New 2026 Regulations

Officials aim to regulate private betting with uniform operator standards, applying to online sportsbooks and casinos under a new framework.
A screenshot of Priced Up casino showing Gaming Corps games listed
By: Paul Skidmore

PricedUp adds Gaming Corps content in new UK deal

UK operator PricedUp has signed a new content agreement with Gaming Corps, expanding its online casino portfolio with additional slots and crash-style titles.
By: Paul Skidmore

How the AI arms race is creating new risks for the iGaming industry

The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence is changing iGaming at pace. But as operators race to deploy AI tools, new risks are emerging around fraud, compliance and player protection that regulators are now watching closely.
Snoop Dogg Launches Sweepstakes Casino
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Snoop Dogg Unveils Personalized Sweepstakes Online Casino

The casino is described as a first-of-its-kind gaming experience for casino customers with a passion for hip-hop and music culture.
An image of sports betting written in scrabble tiles
By: Paul Skidmore

BGC responds to Rank Group CEO John O’Reilly’s decision to step down

The Betting and Gaming Council has issued a statement following confirmation that Rank Group CEO John O’Reilly will step down from his role. The response reflects on his leadership and wider contribution to the UK’s regulated gambling sector.