The American Gaming Association (AGA) has unveiled the trio of industry pioneers who will be enshrined in the 2025 Gaming Hall of Fame. David Berman, Ann Simmons Nicholson, and Charles Lombardo—figures whose careers have left indelible marks on the legal gaming landscape—will receive the industry’s highest distinction this October at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas. Launched in...
Reef Casino Trust (RCT) has announced it has entered into a Takeover Bid Implementation Agreement with Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd, part of Sydney-based Iris Capital, for a proposed AU$177 million acquisition. The offer values each RCT unit at $3.5541—a 17.69% premium on the July 11 closing price and more than 30% above the unit price prior to RCT’s February...
South Africa’s gambling sector has undergone a seismic transformation, with online betting at the center of an industry now valued in the trillions. Fueled by mobile technology, aggressive advertising, and shifting consumer habits, online gambling has not only eclipsed traditional casinos in revenue but also sparked growing concerns over regulation, ethics, and sustainability. During the financial year ending March 2024,...
Macau’s tax intake from casino gaming in the first six months of 2025 has reached nearly MOP$45.3 billion (US$5.60 billion), according to the latest figures published by the Special Administrative Region’s Financial Services Bureau (DSF). This marks a 1.05% increase compared to the same period last year, when MOP$44.79 billion was collected during the first half of 2024. June figures boost first half totals: While this...
IGY Marinas has officially been selected as the marina operator for the high-profile Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina, located in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The announcement marks a pivotal expansion for IGY Marinas, representing its second destination in the Middle East, and is part of the company’s broader strategy to develop world-class marina experiences in luxury travel...
Push Gaming has cast its line back into familiar waters with the release of Fish ‘n’ Nudge Big Catch, a reimagined version of its fan-favorite underwater slot. This fresh installment not only captures the charm of the original but deepens the experience with new features, vibrant visuals, and engaging gameplay mechanics aimed at both returning fans and new players. Building...
Flutter Entertainment has officially reached an agreement to purchase Boyd Gaming Corporation’s remaining 5% ownership in FanDuel, cementing full control over the U.S.’s leading sports betting and iGaming platform. The deal, announced Thursday, comes with a $1.76 billion price tag and is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approval. The transaction also renews and expands...
Efforts to undo a newly enacted tax provision affecting gambling losses came to a halt in the U.S. Senate on Thursday, as Republican lawmakers blocked a measure led by Nevada Democrat Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto. The provision—part of the expansive tax and spending bill signed by former President Donald Trump last week—has drawn fierce backlash from professional gamblers and Nevada...
In a significant move for Gibraltar, the European Parliament has approved the European Commission’s proposal to remove the British overseas territory from the EU’s high-risk list of jurisdictions that face deficiencies in anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CFT) measures. This decision, made on Wednesday, July 9, marks the conclusion of a long-standing issue that had raised concerns within the EU, particularly among...
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is set to implement significant changes to its approach in calculating and enforcing financial penalties. These changes, slated for introduction on October 10, come after extensive consultations and aim to provide greater clarity and consistency in how the regulator handles breaches of gambling regulations. The revisions are part of a broader effort to enhance transparency...