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Bloomberry launches OnlyFun.PH mixing online gaming with streaming

Philippine operator Bloomberry Resorts Corp., owner of the Solaire casino brand, is expanding its digital gaming business with the launch of OnlyFun.PH, a regulated live interactive entertainment platform combining online gaming, livestreaming and creator-led content.
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

Wynn confirms delay to its Wynn Al Marjan Island casino resort due to ongoing conflict in the region

October 09, 2026

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Wynn could beat its own targets when Wynn Al Marjan Island launches

Wynn Resort's US$5.7bn Wynn Al Marjan Island, being built in the United Arab Emirates, is being tipped to be even more successful than its owners are predicting.
Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia is scheduled to open in late 2027

October 09, 2026

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Cordish Companies and Bruce Smith hold topping-out for Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia

The Cordish Companies and Bruce Smith Enterprise marked a significant milestone in the construction of Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia during a topping-out ceremony for the new world-class gaming, hotel, dining and entertainment destination opening in Central Virginia.
New taxes not included in Brazil’s approved anti-faction bill

October 08, 2026

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Brazil’s authorised betting sites go offline as R$1.325bn awaits repayment

Brazil’s Ministry of Justice and Public Security has reported that all but one of the country’s 188 previously authorised betting websites had ceased operating following the government’s ban, with R$1.325bn still awaiting repayment to around 26.5 million bettors.

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Century Mile

October 02, 2026

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Century Casinos to sell Century Mile and Century Downs Racetracks in Alberta, Canada

Century Casinos is selling the racing and gaming operations of Century Mile Racetrack and Casino in Edmonton, Alberta and Century Downs Racetrack and Casino in Calgary, Alberta, to Highfield Investment Group for $16.4m.
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

Hard Rock wins Operator of the Year at Global Gaming Awards

October 02, 2026

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Hard Rock International wins land-based Operator of the Year at 2026 Global Gaming Awards

Hard Rock International was recognised as the Land-Based Operator of the Year at the 2026 Global Gaming Awards Americas in Las Vegas.
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

The Cove is coming to Ocean

October 02, 2026

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Ocean Casino Resort announces plans for expansion of The Cove with $14m investment

 
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

The UK Gambling Commission

October 02, 2026

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UK Gambling Commission to bring in new machine rules

The British Gambling Commission is introducing new standards to make gaming machines fairer and safer for consumers are to be introduced.
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

Genting has now closed its Coventry casino

October 02, 2026

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Genting Casinos closes Coventry Casino amid rising sector pressures

Genting Casinos has concluded a consultation process with all colleagues at its Coventry casino. After exploring every available option, it has made the difficult decision to close the venue, as it is no longer commercially viable to sustain trading, compounded by wider commercial pressures facing the land-based casino sector.
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

Grand Casino Prilly

October 02, 2026

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Tranchant and Grand Casino Basel open Grand Casino Prilly in Switzerland

The Grand Casino Prilly has opened in the heart of the Malley district in the municipality of Prilly in Switzerland with 280 slots, 20 ETGs and eight table gaming options.
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

The temporary facility stays closed while the case proceeds

October 02, 2026

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Federal Judge determines Scotts Valley’s bid to revive Vallejo Casino ‘falters on every front’

A federal judge denied the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians’ emergency request to revive its Vallejo casino plans, ruling that the Band’s bid for a preliminary injunction “fails on all four factors” required for such relief. In a forceful 41-page opinion, Judge Trevor N. McFadden of the U.S. District
Phil Martin

Phil Martin

Editor, G3 Newswire

Cross-party bench files twin bills to ban betting advertising in Brazil

September 29, 2026

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Brazil betting industry files Supreme Court challenge to Lula ban

Brazil’s betting industry has formally challenged the government’s ban on fixed-odds betting, with the National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) filing a direct action of unconstitutionality before the Supreme Federal Court (STF).
James Marrison

James Marrison

Argentina Correspondent, G3 Newswire

Lula increasingly critical of the gambling industry as election looms in Brazil

September 28, 2026

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Brazil sets 6 October deadline for betting market shutdown

Brazil’s government has set out the timetable for dismantling the country’s regulated betting market, with operators prohibited from accepting new deposits and required to make their websites and applications unavailable from 6 October.
James Marrison

James Marrison

Argentina Correspondent, G3 Newswire

Colombia court freezes Coljuegos’ online betting ad rules pending legal review

September 28, 2026

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Coljuegos health collections rise 39% through August on sports betting growth in Colombia

Colombia’s gambling regulator Coljuegos collected COP977.220bn for the country’s subsidised health system between January and August 2026, representing a 39.38% increase from the corresponding period last year.
James Marrison

James Marrison

Argentina Correspondent, G3 Newswire

Brazilian state of Mato Grosso do Sul launches lottery tender for third time

September 28, 2026

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Brazil betting industry weighs Supreme Court challenge to Lula ban

Brazil’s betting industry is preparing a coordinated legal response to the country’s newly imposed gambling ban, with operators weighing a Supreme Court challenge aimed at preventing their websites and applications from being shut down on 6 October.
James Marrison

James Marrison

Argentina Correspondent, G3 Newswire

Brazil’s regulator presents responsible gambling guidelines

September 28, 2026

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Brazil puts banks and technology platforms at centre of betting crackdown

Brazil’s government is creating a broad enforcement regime against illegal betting that will place new responsibilities on banks, payment institutions, telecommunications companies, app stores and internet platforms after the country’s licensed market closes.
James Marrison

James Marrison

Argentina Correspondent, G3 Newswire

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