Mobile gambling has shifted from novelty to norm, pulling the casino floor into every pocket. With mobile gaming revenue projected to hit $100 billion by 2025, operators no longer compete over locations but over interfaces, speed, and immersion. David Baazov’s tenure at Amaya symbolized this turning point, as the company pushed aggressively into mobile platforms and live dealer apps that mimicked real tables while sitting on a commuter’s lap.
This revolution has opened the doors to a younger demographic, with most players aged 18–34 now preferring phones over felt. They expect seamless play, instant access, and increasingly, richer worlds. AR and VR are answering that demand, layering digital casinos over living rooms and headsets. The result is a more personal, more constant form of gambling. As technology races ahead, casinos that fail to adapt risk becoming relics, while regulators scramble to catch a game that never closes.
