Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul Skidmore

Gambling tax pressure reshapes operator marketing strategies

Rising taxes are forcing operators to cut marketing spend, with long-term implications for competition and player acquisition.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Gamehost to Be Acquired by Pure Casino in $200M Deal

Pure Casino will acquire Gamehost in a $200 million deal set to close in mid-2026, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.
By: Paul Skidmore

Gambling harm increasingly tied to UK financial distress

Rising debt and record referrals highlight growing overlap between gambling harm and financial distress in the UK.
Three Rivers Casino Adds Mobile Sportsbook
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Three Rivers Casino in Oregon Launches Online Sportsbook for On-Site Customers

Mobile users will enjoy a full betting menu, including traditional major and prop markets, live betting, parlays, and futures.
By: Paul Skidmore

Evoke edges closer to strategic review conclusion ahead of FY25

Evoke signals progress on its strategic review as FY25 results near, with UK tax changes looming large.
American Airlines Considering Bringing Back Seatback Screens
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

American Airlines Considering Bringing Back Seatback Screens

American Airlines may restore seatback screens and upgrade Wi-Fi as it looks to compete with rivals like Delta and United.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Polymarket War Bets Spark Concern as Australia Blocks Platform

Anonymous gamblers have reportedly made millions betting on Iran strike outcomes through Polymarket, raising ethical concerns as Australia maintains its ban on the platform.
Sony Raises PS5 Prices Again Amid Global Economic Pressures and Memory Prices
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Sony Raises PS5 Prices Again Amid Global Economic Pressures and Memory Prices

Sony will increase PS5 prices worldwide in April 2026 as rising costs for memroy and more impact the gaming industry.
By: Paul Skidmore

UK fintech firms target Poland amid shift from bank payments

UK fintech firms are targeting Poland as casino players increasingly move away from traditional banking methods.
By: Paul Skidmore

Concerns raised over UK gambling levy rollout and funding delays

Concerns are mounting over the UK gambling levy rollout after delays to prevention funding allocations left some charities at risk.