CDC Gaming Reports

History

CDC Gaming Reports was founded in 2002 by Jeffrey Compton, who served as its long-time publisher. The company originally operated under the name “CDC Gaming Reports” before rebranding to “CDC Gaming” in a site redesign project led by current COO & Publisher Cory Roberts. The publication’s history is rooted in the Adams Daily Report, a daily electronic newsletter started in 2002 by senior analyst Ken Adams—a veteran of the casino industry since 1969—who continues to contribute analysis and the monthly Adams Revenue Revue and quarterly Adams Analysis. Over time, CDC expanded its editorial lineup to include a morning flash (The Flash), an afternoon roundup (Last Call), a weekend summary, and specialty focus reports covering Asia, Europe, iGaming, slot operations, and partner news.

Business Model

CDC Gaming generates revenue primarily through its premium subscription reports and the “Special Consideration” service for press release distribution. The company offers a tiered model: free daily briefs (The Flash, Adams Daily Report, Last Call, Hot Clicks, Weekend Report) attract a large audience, while premium reports—such as Adams Revenue Revue, Focus on Asia, and the Tottenham Report—provide deep-dive analysis for a fee. The newswire service also generates income by distributing corporate news. CDC Gaming is privately held and has not disclosed funding rounds; PitchBook profiles its company type as “Privately Held” with no record of acquisitions or investments. The team size is estimated at 11–50 employees (LinkedIn), and exact revenue figures are not publicly available.

Products and Platforms

The CDC Gaming website (cdcgaming.com) serves as the digital hub for breaking news, insight columns from contributors such as Andrew Tottenham, Ken Adams, and Tom Osiecki, and a searchable newswire. Subscribers can opt for free daily briefs or upgrade to premium reports delivered via email. Key products include The Flash (morning news summary), Adams Daily Report (early afternoon international roundup), Last Call (afternoon update), Adams Revenue Revue (monthly U.S. revenue analysis), Focus on Asia (Asian markets), and the Tottenham Report (European gaming). The company also produces special editions from major trade shows like G2E and ICE under “From the Floor.” Its operational partnership with Inside Asian Gaming extends its reach into Asia’s gambling markets.

Market Position

CDC Gaming Reports competes with other industry news outlets such as GGB News and Casino.org News, but distinguishes itself through its daily email newsletters and exclusive analyst commentary. The publication is frequently cited by regulators, operators, and media outlets, underscoring its credibility. In 2025, CDC Gaming attracted industry attention for its coverage of critical topics such as illegal offshore gambling crackdowns, celebrity endorsement spending in U.S. betting, and the rise of “sweepstakes” casinos. The company maintains a presence on social media platforms including Instagram (@cdcconnect). Its editorial policy emphasizes independence, though premium subscribers receive guaranteed inclusion for corporate press releases under the “Special Consideration” service.