Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul Skidmore

Betfred founder warns tax rise could wipe out betting shops by 2030

Fred Done warns a Machine Games Duty rise could force Betfred to close 495 shops and put the future of Britain’s retail betting sector at risk.
By: Paul Skidmore

Malta sets out voluntary AI safeguards for licensed gambling operators

Malta’s new voluntary AI Gaming Charter asks gambling operators to map their AI systems, protect player rights and retain human oversight.
Perry County Casino Gets Expansion and Renovation
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Fancy Dance Casino in Oklahoma Undergoing Expansion and Renovation

This is part of a 10,000-square-foot entertainment facility that includes a wide selection of slot machines, dining and drink options, and a Player’s Club.
NFL Taking Patient Approach to Prediction Market Partnerships
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

NFL Taking Patient Approach to Prediction Market Partnerships

The NFL is continuing talks with prediction markets but wants stronger protections before considering partnerships.
Genius Sports Launches Prediction.com to Compare Prediction Markets
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Genius Sports Launches Prediction.com to Compare Prediction Markets

Genius Sports has launched Prediction.com to help users discover and compare event contracts across prediction market platforms.
NFL Sets Sportsbook Ad Restrictions, Bans Prediction Market Advertising
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

NFL Sets Sportsbook Ad Restrictions, Bans Prediction Market Advertising

The NFL has outlined new advertising restrictions for sportsbook partners and prediction market platforms.
By: Paul Skidmore

Online growth pushes British gambling yield to £17.5bn

Gambling revenue rose during 2025-26 despite another reduction in the number of licensed operators, betting shops and other physical premises.
By: Paul Skidmore

Entain urges immediate ban on unlicensed gambling sponsorships

Entain says 11 Premier League clubs have arrangements with unlicensed gambling operators and has called for a proposed ban to be accelerated.
Pennsylvania Online Casino GGR Grows 6.3%
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Pennsylvania iGaming Grows 6.3% Even as Overall Gambling Declines

Despite that, overall gaming revenue from iGaming, retail casinos, sports betting, fantasy contests, and video gaming terminals fell 2.2% to $569.7 million.
New Jersey Online Casinos Continue to Grow
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New Jersey iGaming Continues to Grow, Up 4.4% Year-Over-Year in August

The state’s $259.3 million in iGaming revenue marked yet another improvement on the 2025 standard as the state continues to expand its market.