Lottery
October 23, 2025
UAE Lottery Hits Milestone as It Announces AED 100M Grand Prize Winner
The UAE has declared that during the latest Lucky Day draw, someone won the AED 100 million ($27.23 million) grand prize. The one-in-eight-million chance draw, which happened on October 18, has marked a milestone for the UAE lottery and has become the single biggest lottery jackpot in the country. The winner, having beaten the odds […]
Industry
October 21, 2025
UAE Grants Sportradar Approval to Operate in the Country’s New Framework
Sportradar, a sports data technology provider, has received approval to operate under the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) newly established commercial gaming framework, becoming the latest supplier to do so. GCGRA Approves Sportradar’s License Appeal The company got its approval from the United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). This is an independent entity […]
Business
October 7, 2025
Yolo Group Enters the Fresh UAE Market with Two Subsidiaries Securing Licenses
Yolo Group, a global IT and technology company serving the gaming, fintech, and blockchain sectors, announced that two of its subsidiaries have received licenses in the UAE. This comes as the Middle Eastern country continues to grow its gaming sector after warming up to the idea of regulated gaming. Yolo Group Makes a Foray into […]
Casino
October 3, 2025
Ras Al Khaimah Announces “Wynn Boulevard” to Connect Casino Resort with Dubai
Ras Al Khaimah has confirmed its plan for a major new road, Wynn Boulevard, which will act as the main link between the soon-to-open Wynn Al Marjan Island resort and other parts of the UAE. Officials unveiled the boulevard during the kickoff of Marjan Beach, a large residential project located next to the casino site. […]
Sports
September 24, 2025
Wynn Resorts’ $5B Al Marjan Resort on Track to Open in 2027
The building of the Wynn Al Marjan Island resort in Ras Al Khaimah moves forward at a good pace. Developers stick to their plan to launch in March 2027. This resort will be the first in the Middle East and North Africa to combine gaming with other attractions. $5 Billion Wynn Resort Rises in UAE, […]
Business
September 23, 2025
Yolo Group Embraces Regulated Markets, Consolidates Operations
Prominent crypto gaming operator Yolo Group is poised to shed its grey-market image and transition to a fully regulated gaming operation. Founder Tim Heath unveiled a major strategic realignment in a recent press release, as he delved into the company’s history and its unique position in the crypto gaming space. With increased regulatory scrutiny worldwide, […]
Sports
September 9, 2025
Wynn Eyes Second Resort, Possible IPO in Ras Al Khaimah
Wynn Resorts may have even bigger plans for Ras Al Khaimah than first imagined. According to documents referenced by Arabian Gulf Business Insight (AGBI), the company has earmarked land next to its ongoing integrated resort (IR) project for the possible development of a second property. Possible Casino with Exclusive Rights to Operate The details stem […]
Casino
September 1, 2025
UBS Upgrade Pushes Wynn Higher Amid Optimism for UAE Casino Resort
Wynn Resorts is gaining traction with Wall Street analysts, as excitement grows about its big project in the United Arab Emirates. UBS has upgraded the casino and hospitality company’s stock from “neutral” to “buy,” boosting its price target from $101 to $147, a possible increase of almost 20%. Wynn Resorts Stock Climbs as UBS Sees […]
Industry
July 31, 2025
Sphere Entertainment Finalizes Abu Dhabi Expansion Plans
Sphere Entertainment has finalized a landmark agreement to bring its iconic venue concept to the Middle East as part of its plans to grow its footprint beyond Las Vegas. The deal, finalized July 25 between Sphere Entertainment Group and Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), envisions the construction and long-term operation of Sphere […]
Casino
July 25, 2025
Konami Becomes 14th Licensed Supplier in the UAE
Konami Gaming, Inc has become the latest supplier to have secured a relevant license from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) in the United Arab Emirates. The firm is joining 13 others in now being a fully-regulated and legitimate supplier of local casino and gaming products. This move comes ahead of the expected roll-out […]
