Romania’s National Gambling Office (ONJN) has taken action against tech giants Meta and Google, demanding that they immediately remove sponsored advertisements promoting unauthorized gambling operations within the country. This formal request comes after the ONJN discovered that paid ads for unlicensed operators were running on several platforms owned by Meta, including Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger, as well as appearing in Google search results....
In a highly anticipated and contentious meeting, the Las Vegas City Council voted 6-1 to reject the proposed Harlem Nights Casino and Jackson Hotel Resort project. The proposal aimed to construct a large casino and high-rise condominium complex in the Historic Westside of Las Vegas, a neighborhood long associated with the city’s roots. The project, led by developer Shlomo Meiri, was initially envisioned as a...
A legal attempt to overturn the state-issued gaming license for the $275 million Cedar Crossing Casino project in Cedar Rapids has been dismissed by an Iowa District Court judge. In a ruling filed June 19, Judge Michael Schilling denied a lawsuit brought by Riverside Casino and the Washington County Riverboat Foundation, which challenged the legality of a 2021 Linn County referendum and the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s (IRGC)...
Michigan’s online gambling industry set a new milestone in May, as gross receipts from internet gaming (iGaming) and internet sports betting reached an impressive $301.43 million, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 3.7%. This surge marks another record for the state, building on the $290.7 million reported in April. The figures, shared by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), confirm a...
In May 2025, Pennsylvania’s gaming industry achieved a historic milestone, surpassing $600 million in total revenue for the first time ever. According to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), the state’s gaming revenue hit a record $601,833,369, marking a 15.52% year-over-year increase from May 2024. This represents a notable rise of $80.8 million from the previous year. With this performance, Pennsylvania’s gaming revenue now ranks third nationally,...
Amid growing political instability and the looming dissolution of the House, tourism industry leaders in Thailand are expressing deep concerns about the government’s rush to pass the controversial Entertainment Complex Bill, which includes plans for legalizing casinos. They argue that pushing forward with this legislation could provoke public unrest and harm the already fragile tourism sector, especially at a time when the country...
In the spring of 2025, Svenska Spel began preparations for the sale of its former Casino Cosmopol property at Kungsgatan 65, Stockholm, a property that once housed the iconic Casino Cosmopol venue. This decision aligns with the operator’s goal of maximizing the value of the asset and ensuring the building’s continued use. As part of this process, the company engaged Cushman & Wakefield as the transaction...
The Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort, currently under construction in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, is well on its way to becoming a landmark destination. Situated off Interstate 85, just 35 miles west of Charlotte and near the South Carolina border, the project is projected to cost between $700 million and $1 billion. With ongoing work, the resort’s first phase is scheduled to...
Prime Minister Hun Manet of Cambodia recently addressed growing criticisms regarding the country’s alleged role in facilitating online gambling operations. During a speech at the closing of the Extraordinary General Assembly of Cambodia Scouts in Phnom Penh on June 17, 2025, the Prime Minister argued that while Cambodia faces heavy blame, some of the countries casting accusations are guilty of...
In an exciting move, International Game Technology PLC (IGT) revealed that its lottery division will now operate under the name Brightstar Lottery. The rebranding takes effect immediately, following the company’s strategic decision to pivot its focus toward a specialized lottery business. Brightstar will continue to serve the same markets, leveraging the legacy of IGT’s nearly 50 years in the industry to innovate and evolve...