Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul SkidmoreGambling Commission confirms phased rollout of financial risk assessments
The Gambling Commission has unveiled its long-awaited plan to introduce financial risk assessments, beginning with the highest-spending gambling customers before expanding the scheme nationwide.

By: Paul SkidmoreMidnite expands Championship strategy with Southampton training kit partnership
Midnite has extended its Championship football investment by becoming Southampton FC's official training kit partner, building on an existing relationship and expanding its visibility ahead of the 2026/27 season.

By: Paul SkidmoreNational Lottery to Launch Powerball with Billion-Dollar Jackpots
Powerball is coming to the UK via The National Lottery, offering access to record-breaking jackpots while continuing to fund UK Good Causes.

By: Grant MitchellEx-New Hampshire Senator, Casino Owner Pleads Guilty to Stealing $250,000
Although prosecutors and the judge seemed to support the one-year, one-day length, sentencing will not be determined until an upcoming hearing.

By: Paul SkidmoreTottenham Hotspur and Betano announce three-year strategic partnership
Tottenham Hotspur has unveiled a new three-year agreement with Betano, beginning as the club's training wear partner before expanding into a wider regional betting partnership.

By: Paul SkidmoreiGaming News Awards 2026 celebrates innovation and excellence at iGB Live
The inaugural iGaming News Awards recognised leading companies and individuals across affiliate marketing, casino, sportsbook, payments and responsible gambling during iGB Live London.

By: Heather GartlandSouth African Casinos Hit Deadline for Anti-Money Laundering Returns
South African casinos faced a June 30, 2026 deadline to submit Risk and Compliance Returns to the Financial Intelligence Centre, as regulators continue tightening anti-money laundering oversight across the gambling sector.

By: Grant MitchellCalifornia Judge Rules Against State Limitation on Cardrooms
A successful installment of the protocols would’ve resulted in cardrooms losing their right to offer blackjack-style games and limited other options.

By: Paul SkidmoreiGaming Club Lisbon 2026 returns to Lisbon ahead of major industry week
iGaming Club Lisbon will return on 28 September 2026, with around 600 delegates expected to attend the networking event ahead of one of the busiest weeks in the iGaming calendar.

By: Grant MitchellUSA Beats $1 Billion in iGaming Revenue in May, 5th time in 6 Months
U.S. online casino revenue exceeded $1 billion in May, marking the fifth time in the last six months that the national market reached the milestone.