
Archive: Vol-23-No-10-March-21-2025














Star Sydney License Remains Suspended Until September
Australia-facing Star Entertainment Group has been informed that its license for its casino in Sydney will remain suspended until the end of September.













Star Gold Coast License Suspension Deferred to September 30
Queensland’s government has deferred the suspension of Star Gold Coast’s casino license to Sept. 30 following the latest independent advice from the venue’s special manager, Nicholas Weeks.













OpenBet Pens Omni-Channel Betting Deal with Switzerland’s Loterie Romande
Betting technology, content and services provider OpenBet has entered into a partnership with Loterie Romande, the exclusive regulated sports betting operator for French-speaking cantons in Switzerland.













MGM Resorts Expands Rewards Program with New Benefits
MGM Resorts International has announced several changes to its MGM Rewards loyalty program with the addition of several new benefits for members.













Pollard Banknote to Acquire Bingo Supplier Pacific Gaming
Canada-based lottery supplier Pollard Banknote has agreed to a deal to acquire bingo specialist Pacific Gaming for $10 million (£7.7 million/€9.2 million).













iGaming Success is Not Automatic, but is Achievable
Legislators have largely turned a cold shoulder on iGaming expansion thus far in 2025, but that doesn't make the goal unreachable, argues industry veteran Michael Pollock (l.).













Macau Sees First Drop in Tourism Numbers Since Covid
Macau reported a dip in tourist arrivals in February 2025--its first year-on-year fall since the Covid pandemic lockdown.













Grand Island Casino Resort to Open in Nebraska on April 10
Grand Island Casino Resort has confirmed it will open its new, permanent facility in Nebraska on April 10.













Galaxy Considers Multi-Billion-Dollar Casino in Bangkok
Galaxy Entertainment Group is weighing a multi-billion-dollar investment to open a new casino and entertainment complex in Bangkok, Thailand, a senior officer has revealed.













Crown Perth Extends Support of Western Australia AFL Teams
Crown Perth has agreed to continue its partnerships with the Fremantle Dockers and West Coast Eagles, two Australian Rules Football (AFL) teams that are based in Western Australia.













Robinhood Back in the Prediction-Market Game
One month after the Super Bowl, prediction markets are back in full force for March Madness, and a renewed partnership between Robinhood and Kalshi is the latest example.
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WEEKLY FEATURE: LVS Removes Casino from Texas Proposal Amid Pushback
After securing initial zoning approval, Las Vegas Sands has opted to remove a casino from a mixed-use development on the site of the former Texas Stadium, citing legislative hangups and local opposition.
U.S. IN FOCUS
A’s seek financing help for stadium, Petersburg casino breaks ground, Bally’s plans IPO for Bronx casino proposal and more.
EUROPE IN FOCUS
KSA seeks tougher ad rules, IGSA tackles AI standard, U.K. officials veto football-gambling partnership ban, and more.
SPORTS BETTING IN FOCUS
Underdog exits New York, Levy calls out Penn, Baumgartner files federal college player-prop ban and more.
TRIBAL GAMING IN FOCUS
Catawba Nation pushes back on South Carolina casino bill, Oregon tribe warns of fake iGaming app and Pechanga’s Maccaro receives local honors.
ASIA IN FOCUS
Hornbuckle bullish on Thailand prospects, MBS hits 500 million visitors, Villar cuts ties with Dowinn Group, and more.
LATIN AMERICA IN FOCUS
Brazil match-fixing investigation concludes, Colombian stakeholders call for gambling debate, UNICEF highlights underage gambling in Argentina, and more.
SUPPLIERS IN FOCUS
IGA previews and the latest announcements from AGEM, Marker Trax, Delaware North and more.
FANTINI’S FINANCE: In the Midst of Uncertainty
Macroeconomic fears and escalating trade wars have made for a very uncertain short- to medium-term outlook for the gaming industry and its investment opportunities.
GGP PODCAST: Laila Mintas, Venture Partner, ADvantage
Laila Mintas is a sports betting veteran who has been with several cutting-edge companies and organizations. She started out as an attorney in Germany where she earned her Ph.D. with a thesis on the German sports betting monopoly.