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A Street in Macau
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau’s October Tourist Arrivals Hit 3.47M, Marking 10.8% YoY Growth

Mainland Chinese tourists dominated Macau’s October arrivals (2.53 million), with 1.32 million using the Individual Visit Scheme, up 22.6% YoY.
World
British Parliament
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

UK Lawmakers Push for Gaming Tax Overhaul Amid Rising Online Revenue

The broadly backed gaming tax hike faces some opposition, with critics warning of pricing out smaller firms as larger operators dominate.
World
Retail Sportsbook in Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

DraftKings & BetMGM Expand Retail Sportsbook Footprint in Puerto Rico

DraftKings and BetMGM expand into Puerto Rico with 24/7 retail sportsbooks at Foxwoods El San Juan Casino and Mayaguez Resort and Casino.
World
Inside Indian Parliament
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

PROGA Inaction Triggers India’s Real Money Gaming Industry Meltdown

PROGA’s enforcement sits in a three-month limbo, sparking the real money gaming sector collapse as firms exit India amid regulatory uncertainty.
World
Two People Shaking Hands
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

DigiPlus Secures Majority Stake in IEC, Merging Digital & Land-Based Gaming

DigiPlus agrees to HK$1.6 billion convertible notes (two tranches) for 53.89% IEC stake, gaining control of New Coast Hotel Manila.
World
Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Caesars Penalized $7.8M for Years of Bookmaker Oversight Failures

Bowyer gambled at Caesars venues from at least 2017 to 2024 despite repeated internal warnings about unverified funds and large bets, despite flagged risks.
Las Vegas
Resorts World Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Resorts World LV Reshuffles Leadership with Sandoval as New Chairman

Former Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval named Resorts World Las Vegas board chairman, succeeding Jim Murrrren, who transitions to the UAE’s GCGRA.
Las Vegas
The Strat Tower, Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

VICI Properties Secures Foothold in Vegas Via Golden Entertainment Deal

Golden Entertainment’s landmark $1.16B property sale marks VICI’s entry into Las Vegas’ gaming market, which grew 5% last year despite Strip declines.
Las Vegas
Golden Gate Casino, Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Golden Gate Blends Luxury with Legacy with 2025 Holiday Suite Buyout Offers

Golden Gate Hotel & Casino launches a 2025 holiday package featuring historic Vegas experiences, cocktail parties, and penthouse buyouts.
Las Vegas
Grand Lisboa, Macau
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

SJM Holdings’ Profit Plunges 91% to HK$9M as Satellite Casinos Exit Macau

The company reported net gaming revenue of HK$6.54B (US$84M), down 6.5%, and total net revenue of HK$7.03B (US$905M), down 6.2%.
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