Marjorie Preston, Author at GGB News

Author: Marjorie Preston

Marjorie Preston is a staff writer for Global Gaming Business. She is a writer, editor, author and expat Pennsylvanian who now considers herself a New Jerseyan. Based on Brigantine Island north of Atlantic City, Preston has been writing about the gaming industry since 2007, when she joined the staff of Global Gaming Business as managing editor of Casino Connection.

ASIA IN FOCUS

Thai casino bill moves forward, Philippine officials struggle with POGO enforcement, Wynn touts UAE prospects and more.

Published March 28, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Hornbuckle bullish on Thailand prospects, MBS hits 500 million visitors, Villar cuts ties with Dowinn Group, and more.

Published March 21, 2025

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Thai PM suspends review of Entertainment Complex Bill saying ‘Let all issues be thoroughly examined,’ Sri Lankan officials revive call for a casino regulator, and more.

Published March 14, 2025

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Macau GGR rebounds in February, PIGOs under fire in the Philippines, Thailand ditches wealth requirement for casino entry and more.

Published March 7, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Thailand casino bill progressing, MGM seeking Macau financing, Philippines exits AML gray list and more.

Published February 28, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Timor-Leste sees first casino proposal, Macau CE warns of impacts from regional growth, Sri Lanka hikes casino taxes and more.

Published February 21, 2025

Bain Capital Now in Charge of Mohegan Inspire

When Mohegan Gaming failed to meet key financial requirements. investment firm Bain Capital seized control of Inspire, its virtually new integrated resort in Incheon, South Korea.

Published February 21, 2025

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Thai PM pledges to combat illegal iGaming, Macau sees uptick after CNY comes up short, Hoiana Resort announces massive new investment and more.

Published February 14, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

PAGCOR hails record results in 2024, Thai residents push back on casinos, LVS credits Singapore for healthy Q4 and more.

Published January 31, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Guo charged with money laundering in POGO case, Star shareholders buy in despite cash hemorrhage, Orix Corp. bullish on Japan IR and more.

Published January 17, 2025

Thailand Cabinet OKs Casino Bill

The Thailand cabinet has signed off on legislation to introduce up to five entertainment complexes anchored by casinos. If approved in parliament, the kingdom will push to develop the...

Published January 17, 2025

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Macau continues its post-Covid rejuvenation, the great POGO purge drags on, Resorts World Genting unveils new gaming floor and more.

Published January 09, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Online gaming spurs Philippine revenue record, Francis Lui takes the reins at Galaxy, China’s Xi makes a visit to Macau and more.

Published December 20, 2024

Baseball Rules Affecting Some Oddsmakers’ Lines

Baseball implemented three rule changes, like the pitch clock (l.) for the 2023 season and thus far sportsbook operators are seeing mixed results in how they are affecting their...

Published April 17, 2023

Setbacks Aside, Japan Still a Potentially Strong Market

Just a few years ago, analysts foresaw astronomical revenues for casino resorts in Japan. Then Covid pulled the rug out. Even so, Strategy Organization analyst Josh Swissman predicts that...

Published March 13, 2023

With Licenses Secured, What Lies Ahead for Macau’s Big 6?

Last month, the Macau government announced it will award 10-year gaming licenses to the six current casino concessionaires, leaving challenger Genting out in the cold. But in a zero-revenue...

Published December 12, 2022

Pot of Gold: How Will Legal Weed Affect Nevada Gaming?

For decades, Nevada and particularly Las Vegas have built a business on sin. As the federal government inches closer to the legalization of cannabis, how will the new “vice”...

Published May 23, 2022

Casino Workers & Gambling Addiction: Manage the Disorder Without Quitting the Job

According to research, casino workers are likelier than other people to develop gambling problems. New approaches to treatment may help those workers manage the condition—without forfeiting their careers.

Published April 25, 2022

Juliano on AC: Pandemic Comeback, iGaming, AC Smoking Ban

Bally’s Atlantic City is wrapping up a $100 million upgrade, just in time for the busy summer season. Bally’s Executive VP and CMO Phil Juliano (l.) says overall changes...

Published March 21, 2022

This Tribal Sportsbook Is ‘Manned’ by Women

Last July, Wisconsin’s Oneida Nation signed a deal with Governor Tony Evers to open the state’s first legal sportsbook. A temporary venue debuted in November, with a permanent location...

Published January 17, 2022