Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

American Airlines Raises Bag Fees, Expands Basic Economy Restrictions
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

American Airlines Raises Bag Fees, Expands Basic Economy Restrictions

American Airlines has changed its checked-bag fees and imposed more restrictions on basic economy.
Disney Layoffs Could Reach 1,000 as Cost-Cutting Continues Under D’Amaro
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Disney Layoffs Could Reach 1,000 as Cost-Cutting Continues Under D’Amaro

Disney layoffs are coming, and it could impact up to 1,000 jobs, mostly in the marketing department.
By: Paul Skidmore

UK gambling stocks climb on US move against prediction markets

UK-listed gambling firms saw share prices rise after US lawmakers proposed banning sports betting on prediction platforms.
Gov. Spanberger Vetoes Fairfax Casino Bill
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Gov. Spanberger Vetoes Bill to Approve Massive Fairfax Casino

Spanberger’s decision to use her veto power represents a major blow to the casino industry, especially as Virginia’s gaming ecosystem continues to grow.
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

LALIGA Signs First-Ever European Soccer League Deal With Polymarket in the US and Canada

LALIGA has named Polymarket its Official and Exclusive Prediction Market Partner in the US and Canada, marking a first for European soccer.
Toronto Maple Leafs players Calle Järnkrok and Max Domi in action against Seattle Kraken's Tye Kartye during an NHL game in January 2024
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Maple Leafs GM Search Underway as Mehta Emerges as Betting Favorite

The Leafs have fired Brad Treliving and are searching for a data-centric GM to lead the rebuild of Canada’s most scrutinized hockey franchise.
Toronto financial district at night with glass office towers and city traffic
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Canadian Regulators Draw a Hard Line on Prediction Market Trading

Canadian regulators reinforce prediction market restrictions as Polymarket defies its Ontario ban and insider trading concerns grow in the US.
By: Paul Skidmore

UK trade bodies warn over impact of financial risk checks

UK trade bodies warn over impact of financial risk checks and industry groups warn new financial checks could drive players away.
Ohio Could Limit Sports Betting to Casinos
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Ohio House’s Proposal Would Restrict Sports Betting to Four Casinos

The Ohio Casino Control Commission reported $10.3 billion in total wagers during 2025, leading to more than $1 billion in gross gaming revenue.
By: Paul Skidmore

UK and Poland ramp up oversight of online gambling markets

The UK and Poland are strengthening gambling rules, targeting illegal operators and boosting player protection in 2026.