ASIA IN FOCUS

Macau stocks jump after positive trade talks, Thailand casino report looms, RWS CEO retires and more.

Published May 16, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Japan expects to resume IR licensing, PAGCOR sees Q1 bump, Golden Week visitation beats expectations and more.

Published May 9, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Macau concessionaires invest in non-gaming, locals weigh in on Thai casino prospects, Kangwon Land plans new health club and more.

Published May 2, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Macau posts flat Q1, Thai casino bill continues to raise questions, 13 Hotel goes up for sale again and more.

Published April 25, 2025

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Senate panel called for Thai casino bill, Macau CE warns of tight budget, satellite casino agreements in question and more.

Published April 18, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

Macau stocks reel from U.S. tariffs, Inspire courts Japanese gamblers, Primorye region seeks visitation uptick and more.

Published April 11, 2025

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Macau sees slight GGR uptick in March, Thai officials question recent casino polls, RWS announces latest expansion and more.

Published April 4, 2025

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

Published March 28, 2025

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.

Published March 21, 2025

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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

Star to Offload Queen’s Wharf Stake to JV Partners

Star Entertainment has agreed to sell its 50% stake in the Queen’s Wharf project in Brisbane in a deal that looks to secure the embattled group's future.

Published March 7, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

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

Published March 7, 2025

NSW Backtracks on ‘Pokies’ Buyback Scheme

New South Wales’ government has abandoned plans to remove thousands of poker machines in its latest gambling U-turn.

Published February 28, 2025

Star Entertainment Suspended from ASX after Missing Deadline

Star Entertainment Group has been suspended from Sydney’s ASX after failing to lodge its half-year results by Friday’s deadline.

Published February 28, 2025

ASIA IN FOCUS

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

Published February 28, 2025

Hong Kong Jockey Club welcomes Government’s basketball betting move

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) has welcomed an announcement by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSARG) that it will be invited to submit a proposal to...

Published February 21, 2025

BetMakers’ Global Tote expands further in Asia

Perak Turf Club, one of Malaysia’s leading horseracing tracks, has enhanced its betting offering through a new 10-year deal with Global Tote.

Published February 21, 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

Melco Resorts secures global recognition for sustainability performance

Melco Resorts & Entertainment has received recognition from several environment-focused organisations for its ongoing corporate sustainability efforts.

Published February 14, 2025