Ontario’s Online Gambling Market: A North American Leader

Summary: Ontario’s regulated online gambling market has quickly become a major player in North America, generating over CA$3.2 billion in revenue within three years and securing second place in overall revenue behind only Michigan. This success is attributed to a combination of factors including a large population, effective regulation, and diverse market offerings. Read moreHappyLuke…

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MGM Resorts Increases Investment in Osaka Casino Project to US$3 Billion

Summary: MGM Resorts has increased its investment in the MGM Osaka integrated resort project to US$3 billion, reflecting updated cost estimates. Despite the increased investment, the company remains confident in the project’s profitability and on-time opening in 2030. The announcement came alongside the release of MGM Resorts’ first-quarter 2025 financial results, which showed a slight…

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Indiana House Approves Bill Allowing Casino Relocations, Awaits Governor’s Decision

Summary: Indiana lawmakers have passed a bill that would allow existing casinos to relocate within the state, a move potentially benefiting struggling operations like Rising Star Casino Resort. The bill now heads to Governor Mike Braun for his approval, and its passage could significantly alter the Indiana casino industry.   The Indiana General Assembly has passed…

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Sega Sammy Holdings Completes Acquisition of Stakelogic, Expanding its iGaming Portfolio

Summary: Sega Sammy Holdings Inc. has successfully completed its acquisition of the Dutch iGaming studio Stakelogic B.V. This strategic move significantly expands Sega Sammy’s presence in the online gambling market, adding a well-established European studio and its portfolio of popular online casino games to its holdings. The acquisition is expected to drive significant growth for…

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Pagcor’s Q1 2025 Net Income Surges 23% to US$75.6 Million, Driven by Strong Gaming Revenue

Summary: PAGCOR reported a 23% year-on-year increase in net income for Q1 2025, reaching US$75.6 million, driven by strong performance in electronic games, licensed casinos, and efficient cost management. Total revenue increased by 11.2%, and contributions to nation-building rose by 21.5%. The positive results reflect PAGCOR’s commitment to responsible governance and fiscal discipline. The Philippine…

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Sega Sammy Holdings Completes Acquisition of Stakelogic, Expanding its iGaming and Online Casino Presence

Summary: Sega Sammy Holdings has completed its acquisition of Stakelogic, a leading online casino game developer, expanding its reach in the iGaming market and complementing its existing land-based casino interests, particularly its investment in the Paradise City resort in South Korea. This strategic move is expected to drive significant growth for Sega Sammy. Sega Sammy…

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