Global Casino & Gambling News

By: Lucas DunnCuracao Gaming Authority Under Investigation by OM Over Gambling Sector Misconduct
The probe follows board resignations that sparked leadership turmoil, as CGA oversight shifted to PM Pisas, removing the Finance Ministry’s control.

By: Lucas DunnEY Study Reveals Illegal Online Gambling in Spain Exceeds Previous Estimates
Spain’s unregulated online gambling sector generated €231 million in 2024, representing 16% of the legal market and dominated by high spenders.

By: Lucas DunnUK Horseracing Tax Exemption Stands as Gambling Sector Faces Hike
OBR forecasts £1.1 billion revenue by 2031 from the tax hike but expects a 33% yield drop from lower demand and operators passing down taxes.

By: Lucas DunnOntario iGaming Shatters Spending and Revenue Records in October
Ontario’s online gambling bets set a third straight monthly record with CAD9.25 billion in October, driven by casino games recording CAD7.9 billion.

By: Lucas DunnBig Time Gaming Releases White Rabbit 2 with Hold & Spin and Megapots
White Rabbit 2 upgrades the wonderland experience with up to 248,832 win ways, Hold & Spin mechanics, and Megapots of up to 88,888x the stake.

By: Lucas DunnMacau Satellite Casino Closures Accelerate with Fortuna’s Dec Exit Plans
Amid SJM satellite casino closures, Casino Fortuna will exit the market on Dec 10, as Ponte 16 closes on Nov 28 and Kam Pel Casino on Nov 30.
By: Lucas DunnMacau’s October Tourist Arrivals Hit 3.47M, Marking 10.8% YoY Growth
Mainland Chinese tourists dominated Macau’s October arrivals (2.53 million), with 1.32 million using the Individual Visit Scheme, up 22.6% YoY.

By: Lucas DunnUK Lawmakers Push for Gaming Tax Overhaul Amid Rising Online Revenue
The broadly backed gaming tax hike faces some opposition, with critics warning of pricing out smaller firms as larger operators dominate.

By: Lucas DunnDraftKings & BetMGM Expand Retail Sportsbook Footprint in Puerto Rico
DraftKings and BetMGM expand into Puerto Rico with 24/7 retail sportsbooks at Foxwoods El San Juan Casino and Mayaguez Resort and Casino.

By: Lucas DunnPROGA Inaction Triggers India’s Real Money Gaming Industry Meltdown
PROGA’s enforcement sits in a three-month limbo, sparking the real money gaming sector collapse as firms exit India amid regulatory uncertainty.