Tag: State-owned casinos
Finland lawmakers vote to scrap gambling monopoly; license application window opens March 1
The legislation overhauling Finland’s gambling industry has been approved by the country’s parliament by an overwhelming majority,... more
Ontario’s premier promises more ‘big, large casinos’ in Niagara Falls tourism vision
The Ford government says it wants to draw new casinos and theme parks to Niagara Falls, Ont., as it tries to revitalize the city through a... more
Five-year extension in works for Ontario casino near Michigan border, set to shut in March
Sarnia’s casino is staying open a while longer, preserving more than 40 local jobs and keeping revenue flowing to cash-strapped city... more
Suffolk OTB buys land on New York’s Long Island for expansion of Jake’s 58 Casino
An 8.5-acre parcel of land that was donated to the Village of Islandia and suggested as a site for veterans housing has been sold to... more
Loto-Québec to build new gaming hall in Saguenay
Loto-Québec on Friday announced the development of a new gaming hall in Saguenay, Quebec, Canada. Salon de jeux de Saguenay will transform... more
Austria could be closer than ever to an open igaming market
Very few markets in Europe have been as resistant to change as Austria – but hopes of a major overhaul are growing within the industry.... more
B.C. to cut slot machine revenue for Vancouver’s Hastings Racecourse
The future of horse racing in B.C. is in doubt after the provincial government pulled slot machine revenue from Vancouver’s Hastings... more
Dutch land-based casinos faced continued decline in 2024
Gross gambling revenue in the regulated Dutch market remained level year-on-year at €4.3 billion ($5 billion) during 2024, despite... more
British Columbia casino opens sportsbook lounge
This past weekend saw the opening of a new area in a casino that is meant to give local residents a dynamic and immersive way to experience... more
Luxembourg favors state monopoly as gambling reform debate awaits settlement
Luxembourg appears to be at a crossroads as to how its gambling market will be regulated, with ministers divided between market... more











