The United Arab Emirates (UAE) gaming industry experienced significant shifts in 2024, with six licences granted by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) and an increasing interest in casino-related searches. The sector recorded a 28% rise in search traffic, driven by regulatory changes and growing public curiosity. Among the entities securing licences were The Game LLC, the operator of the UAE Lottery, and Wynn Al Marjan, currently developing the nation’s first integrated casino resort. UAE Lottery and Its Rapid Growth in 2024 The UAE Lottery was one of the year’s biggest gaming successes, with search interest skyrocketing by 3,100% following the launch of The Game LLC, the first company to obtain a UAE lottery license. However, the excitement proved short-lived, as interest declined by 50% by early 2025, and searches for The Game LLC dropped 87%. This trend highlights a pattern in gaming regulation, where major announcements generate short-term spikes in interest, but long-term engagement stabilizes. Analysts suggest that… Read More
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Source: Casino News Daily
