VBET plans to significantly expand its presence in the Dutch online gambling market in 2026, viewing the Netherlands as a key growth area in Europe. The strategy includes an expanded product portfolio, localization efforts, and a strong commitment to regulatory compliance.
VBET plans a significant expansion into the Dutch online gambling market in 2026, leveraging an expanded product portfolio and a strong focus on localization and regulatory compliance. The brand identifies the Netherlands as a key growth market following the World Cup summer.
Caesars Entertainment is deepening its partnership with three Wabanaki Nations (Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, Mi’kmaq Nation, and Penobscot Nation) in Maine to include online casino gaming. This expansion builds on their existing sports betting collaboration, positioning them for a potential iGaming launch in the state.
PENN Entertainment has officially opened its new $360 million Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora in Illinois. This new land-based facility replaces the previous riverboat casino that had operated since 1993, representing a significant upgrade and investment in the region.
Sands China is actively promoting the growth of Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) in Macau, aligning with the region's broader economic diversification strategy. This initiative aims to reduce Macau's reliance on the gaming sector by bolstering its business tourism industry.
A new report by GR8_TECH analyzes the competitive landscape of the Argentinian iGaming market, highlighting how operators vie for visibility across various channels. The findings suggest that local licensing and strong localization strategies are critical for success in this market.
The Golden Palace group has officially entered the bidding process to take over the concession for the Viage casino in Brussels. The current owner, Casinos Austria International, is also seeking to renew its license, intensifying competition for the casino's future.
EveryMatrix has launched a new dedicated Lottery division to enhance its focus on developing digital-first technology, features, and functionality for the global lottery industry. The company aims to leverage its decade of experience providing turnkey platforms, sports, and casino technology to tier-1 lotteries.
EveryMatrix has established a dedicated lottery division to enhance its focus on digital-first technology and features within the lottery sector. The company has a long history of providing turnkey solutions, sports, and casino technology to tier-1 lotteries.
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), a prominent independent testing and certification laboratory for the gaming industry, has secured its first external investor, CVC Strategic Opportunities. This strategic partnership aims to provide GLI with additional resources and expertise to fuel its continued growth and enhance its capabilities.
Paf, the exclusive operator in Aland, achieved record revenues exceeding €200m in 2025 and made a significant acquisition. Despite its success, a director highlights a vulnerability in legal gambling markets, suggesting a need for solutions.
Super Technologies has moved to acquire Romanian software development firm Crafting Technologies, pending regulatory approvals. This acquisition aims to expand Super Technologies' European technology footprint and establish a larger development hub in Romania, adding to its existing network.
Playtech has expanded its partnership with Delaware North's Ember Casino, providing its PAM+ platform, Open Platform, and a suite of casino and live casino games for Ember Casino's launch in New Jersey. The agreement also includes Playtech's BetBuddy responsible gaming tools.
PENN Entertainment has officially opened its new $360 million Hollywood Casino Aurora in Illinois. This new land-based facility replaces the previous riverboat casino, which closed earlier in June.
Ilitch Companies has launched Ilitch Gaming, a new division to manage its growing casino interests. This new entity will initially include MotorCity Casino Hotel and, pending regulatory approvals, will add full ownership of Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City and Scarlet Pearl in Mississippi.
Groupe Joa CEO Laurent Lassiaz believes iGaming is not a threat to France's land-based casino sector, emphasizing the social experience as a key driver for physical casino attendance. He suggests that online and land-based gambling can coexist or even complement each other in the French market.
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe is proceeding with the Naskila Casino Resort in East Texas, marked by a groundbreaking ceremony on June 18th. This development will feature a casino floor, hotel, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
Maryland has blocked Churchill Downs' $85 million acquisition of the intellectual property rights for the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes. The state is exercising its right to match Churchill Downs' offer to purchase these rights from 1/ST Maryland.
Allwyn's CFO Kenneth Morton revealed that the company is actively exploring options for a secondary listing. This strategic move aims to cater to its substantial business operations across both Europe and the US.
Pure Casino Entertainment has received final court approval from the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta for its acquisition of Gamehost. The deal will see a Pure subsidiary acquire all outstanding Gamehost shares at C$13.65 cash per share. The acquisition is anticipated to finalize by the end of June, pending remaining regulatory approvals.
Great Canadian Entertainment has finalized the sale of River Rock Casino Resort to a partnership between Petroglyph Development Group (owned by Snuneymuxw First Nation) and Musqueam Capital Corporation (economic arm of Musqueam Indian Band). This acquisition signifies a significant transfer of ownership of a major casino property to Indigenous-led entities.
Entain is reportedly considering selling its stake in Entain CEE to its joint venture partner, EMMA Capital. This potential divestment could significantly impact Entain's strategic presence in Central and Eastern Europe.
Vyking Ventures, the investment division of Vyking, has made a strategic investment in PlayAIO, an iGaming technology company specializing in data analytics and artificial intelligence. This move aligns with Vyking Ventures' strategy to back businesses developing technology across data intelligence, automation, payments, and digital gaming infrastructure.
A New Jersey court denied Evolution's request to add Playtech as a defendant in its defamation lawsuit against law firm Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP. This ruling represents a setback for Evolution in its ongoing legal dispute in the US.
This article is the first in a series investigating the challenges facing Asia's casino industry, specifically addressing whether the region is experiencing an oversupply of casinos. It delves into a significant issue impacting what is considered a global epicenter for casino gaming.