North America Casino News

This is the place to explore breaking events and important news about the casino of North America. While there may are 23 separate countries on the continent, you will find most of them covered in our Caribbean Casino News section. While some news from Mexico will appear here, most of the articles about casinos and regulatory happenings in this section are about the Canadian and US industries. The U.S.A. has more casinos than any other place on earth, so most of the articles in this category are about them.

The U.S. and Mexico are organized by states while Canada is organized by provinces and territories. In the U.S. and Canada, we have given all Tribal and First Nation news the same weighting as if they were a single state within their respective countries.

This section provides a broad overview of all casino news in North America and the articles are always cross-referenced with more specific information about the subject matter.

Bally Bet Debuts in Massachusetts with Promising July 2024 Revenue Figures

The?Massachusetts Gaming Commission?has unveiled the gaming revenue figures for July 2024, revealing a robust performance across the state's casino and sports wagering sectors. The report indicates that the thr...

DraftKings Backs Missouri Sports Betting Initiative with $3.5 Million Donation

In a significant move to sway Missouri voters towards legalizing sports betting, the campaign has received a substantial financial boost. DraftKings' parent company, DK Crown Holdings, has contributed $3.5 mill...

New Jersey Sees 8% Growth in Total Gaming Revenue in July 2024; In-Person Remains Down

New Jersey's gaming sector experienced an?8.2% increase?in total gaming revenue in July 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to the latest figures from the state?Division of Gaming Enforcement....

Notre Dame Suspends Men’s Swimming Over NCAA Gambling Violations

The University of Notre Dame, Indiana, has announced a?suspension of its men’s swimming program?for at least one academic year following an investigation that revealed violations of NCAA gambling regulations. T...

US Commercial Gaming Revenue Hits Record $17.63 Billion in Q2

The U.S. commercial gaming sector has hit a new milestone with its revenues reaching?$17.63 billion?in the second quarter of 2024, as reported by the American Gaming Association’s (AGA) Commercial Gaming Revenu...

Nevada Regulators Pursue Resorts World on Laundering Charges

Nevada's gaming watchdog has lodged a formal complaint against?Resorts World, accusing the establishment of fostering an environment conducive to money laundering linked to illicit bookmaking activities. This 3...

Saracen’s Online Gaming Expansion Proposal Encounters Roadblocks

In Arkansas, a state known for its stringent gaming regulations, Saracen Casino Resort is making headlines with a proposal to expand online gaming. The Pine Bluff-based casino, under the leadership of Chief Mar...

Missouri Sports Betting and Minimum Wage Initiatives Head to Ballot

In Missouri, two major initiatives have successfully made their way onto the November 5 ballot, reflecting a significant bypass of the state legislature. The?Secretary of State, Jay Ashcroft, confirmed that a p...

Coweta Casino Project Proceeds Despite Resident Concerns

On Friday, August 9, Coweta’s top city official expressed support for a new?$100 million hotel and casino development?positioned just beyond the city limits, despite substantial opposition from local residents....

Flutter Raises Earnings Forecast After Strong Q2, Rejects U.S. State Surcharge

Flutter Entertainment has significantly raised its?full-year earnings forecast?following a surprisingly strong second quarter, choosing?not to impose a surcharge?on customers in high-tax U.S. states. This strat...

EveryMatrix Debuts in Ontario with DraftKings Amid Record Growth

EveryMatrix, a leading iGaming technology supplier, has successfully launched its casino content in Ontario, Canada, with DraftKings, one of North America's premier operators. This marks another significant ste...

Ontario Eyes International Play for Online Gamblers to Boost Revenue

Ontario's government, led by Premier Doug Ford, is seeking a pivotal court decision that could reshape its online gaming landscape by permitting Ontarians to legally participate in games with international play...

D.C. Attorney General Investigates Intralot Over Sports Betting Mismanagement

D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb is intensifying scrutiny on Intralot, the Greek company behind Washington, D.C.'s sports betting operations, by demanding key documents as part of a broader investigation int...