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Pollard Banknote Receives GCGRA Approval to Supply Gaming in the UAE

GCGRA approves Pollard Banknote as a UAE gaming-related vendor, allowing the company to supply instant tickets and digital gaming products.
Jul 30, 2025
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Australia's Lottery Corp Names Exiting Allwyn Exec as New CEO and MD

Sue van der Merwe passes Lottery Corporation CEO and MD role to Wayne Pickup as existing leadership team maintains operations during the transition.
Jul 28, 2025
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Regulators Target South Korean Payment Firms Over Illegal Gambling Ties

S. Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service revealed that the companies allegedly offered financial services like payment processing to criminal networks.
Jul 25, 2025
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Casino Lisboa, Macau
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Seaport Lifts Macau’s 2025 GGR Projections to 7% Year-on-Year Growth

Seaport’s revised forecast highlights investor optimism despite China-US economic rifts, contrasting with the government’s GGR estimate.
Jul 23, 2025
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Galaxy Dominates Macau Premium Mass Market, Sands Unveils Baccarat Jackpot

Galaxy Entertainment commands 35% of Macau’s premium mass wagers, driven by Pavilion North action, with one “whale” placing a HK$1 million bet.
Jul 21, 2025
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Shady Lady Pushes the Boundaries of the Horror Theme with Orphan Organ Slot

Orphan Organ defies conventional slot design, from its grim, unsettling alien horror theme to Meter Pays mechanic and Airlock upgrades.
Jul 20, 2025
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Hacksaw Taps into Quiet Elegance with New Release, The Luxe Slot

The Luxe is a high-stakes slot blending monochromatic luxury with a 20,000x max win potential through Golden Frames and other bonus mechanics.
Jul 19, 2025
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UK Labour Party Faces Internal Split Over Demands for Gambling Reforms

Labour leadership faces backbench MP revolt with demands for gambling regulation overhaul, risking Starmer’s clash with top party donors.
Jul 19, 2025
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Queen's Wharf, Brisbane
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Crown Resorts in Talks to Take Over Queen’s Wharf Operations from Star

CTFE and FEC are in the process of finalizing Star’s 50% Queen’s Wharf buyout while negotiating with Crown Resorts for potential control takeover.
Jul 18, 2025
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Reef Casino Trust Approves Iris Capital's AU$177M Acquisition Bid

70% RCT unitholders, Accor & Casinos Austria, back full trust acquisition, with binding commitments to accept Iris Capital's offer within 21 days.
Jul 14, 2025
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