Austrian gaming leader Novomatic AG has extended the closing date of its takeover offer for Ainsworth Game Technology Ltd (AGT), giving shareholders another month to decide whether to sell their holdings. The unconditional bid, initially set to expire on 3 November 2025, will now remain open until 3 December 2025, according to an official filing with the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)....
The UK betting industry could see a major shake-up with tax hikes predicted in remote betting and gaming. Some betting shops have already been closed recently, with bosses threatening that many more could soon follow. The gambling industry could be facing a tighter squeeze by the UK government when it releases its next budget. In the face of reduced profit...
A high-profile proposal to develop a major tribal casino in Vallejo remains alive after a federal judge ruled this week that the U.S. Department of the Interior can reassess the project — while also determining the agency violated the tribe’s procedural rights during the process. The decision preserves gaming eligibility for the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians as Interior...
Las Vegas has bounced back well in recent years despite a wide range of challenges. September wasn’t a great month for the city, but it’s thought to be a blip rather than a worrying trend. Compared to September in the previous year, casino revenues are down in Las Vegas by 2.3%. While they may have surpassed the $1 billion mark...
Macau’s casino sector surprised analysts again in October, delivering its most impressive monthly performance in more than six years and signaling continued momentum in the recovery of the world’s largest gambling hub. The Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau reported gross gaming revenue of MOP24.09 billion (USD 3.01 billion), reflecting a 15.9% jump from a year earlier and surpassing market forecasts...
Cambodian authorities have closed Silver Star Casino in Svay Rieng province following a large-scale joint operation that uncovered an international cyber-fraud network operating from the premises. The raid, carried out on November 1, 2025, led to the arrest of 23 foreign suspects and the immediate suspension of the casino’s operating licence. Coordinated Crackdown on Technology-Based Fraud The investigation was led by the Secretariat of...
The Gambling Commission has suspended the operating licence of VGC Leeds Limited, the company behind Victoria Gate Casino in Leeds city centre, England, citing serious compliance failings and governance concerns. The immediate suspension follows a formal review under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005, which is examining whether the operator remains suitable to hold a licence. Compliance Failings and Governance...
Indian fantasy sports powerhouse Dream11 has gone international, unveiling a major expansion across 11 new markets following India’s nationwide ban on real-money gaming. The company, which built its success around paid-entry fantasy contests, has launched its free-to-play fantasy sports platform in the UK, US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Malaysia, Nepal, Bangladesh, the UAE, South Africa, and Sri Lanka. Expansion Marks New Era...
Finland’s gambling regulation faces its biggest change in decades. The state-owned operator Veikkaus has controlled the market exclusively for years, but this system will now give way to a framework that welcomes private operators in specific gambling sectors. The Finnish gambling monopoly has struggled with growing problems over the last several years. Players now place about half their bets with...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) reported a sharp rise in net income for the first nine months of 2025, marking one of its strongest performances in recent years. From January to September, the state-run gaming regulator and operator earned PHP14.32 billion, a 49 percent increase from the PHP9.63 billion posted during the same period in 2024. Financial Performance Strengthened by...