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By: Lucas DunnFederal Gambling Tax Change Sparks Fear of Las Vegas Economic Decline
The new gambling tax law mainly impacts professional gamblers and the Nevada economy, with warnings of a shift to offshore casinos.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Sphere Sells Over 120,000 Tickets for Wizard of Oz Immersive Screening
Sphere CEO James Dolan reports over 120,000 tickets sold for special Wizard of OZ screenings, with expected sales of 200,000 by opening night.

By: Lucas DunnPhilippines Plans New KYC Rules, Bet Limits to Limit Online Gambling
Online gambling reforms propose higher bet limits and casino entry fees to reduce frequent betting and protect low-income residents.

By: Lucas DunnPhilippine Gambling Operators Form PlaySafe Alliance to Curb Illegal Market
The PlaySafe Alliance initiative promotes responsible gambling, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection, and targets unlicensed operators.

By: Lucas DunnEx-NBA Player’s Arrest Over Casino Debts Reveals Nevada’s Criminal Debt System
Unlike almost every other state, Nevada criminalizes casino debts, with $650+ debts considered felonies and $1,200+ balances incurring prison terms.

By: Lucas DunnOne Big Beautiful Bill to Slash Casino Taxes, Boost MGM & Caesars by $300M
MGM Resorts and Caesars International announced $300 million in potential combined savings thanks to the recent controversial federal tax overhaul.

By: Lucas DunnNetherlands Tax Reforms Result in €200M Gambling Revenue Slump in H1 2025
While Dutch casinos set a record €1B (US$1.07B) GGR in 2024, a 3.7% tax hike has resulted in a €200M (US$230.8M) deficit in H1 2025.

By: Lucas DunnThailand Acting PM Signs Order Legalizing Poker for International Tournaments
Thailand promotes poker as a sport through limited legalization, with acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai calling the decision “sensitive and complex”.

By: Lucas DunnJeju Dream Casino Earnings Surge 90% Year-on-Year in July 2025
Jeju Dream Tower’s July revenue rose 21.3% from June, continuing a six-month growth streak, with table games contributing most of the revenue.
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By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Hotel Occupancy Drops 7% As Tourism Continues to Decline
Las Vegas tourism plummeted 11% in June (7.3% annual decline) with hotel occupancy down 7%, as visitors blame soaring resort fees and hidden costs.