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Queen's Wharf, Brisbane
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Billionaire Bruce Mathieson Backs Bally’s Proposal for Star Takeover

The endorsement comes with a pledge by Mr. Mathieson to increase his stake in the group by AU$50 million (US$31.24 million) if the deal goes through.
Mar 25, 2025
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Leprechaun Gold
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Yggdrasil Revives Ryan the Leprechaun in Lucky Apocalypse Slot Chaos

This new installment contrasts the cheerful environment of previous installments and invades spins with Gigablox, multipliers, and more.
Mar 23, 2025
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Gongbei Mall exit to Gongbei Checkpoint
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Border Gate to Mainland China Poised for US$69 Million Renovation

The Gongbei border checkpoint is the busiest of the three entry points from mainland China and reported approximately 113 million crossings in 2024.
Mar 23, 2025
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Illegal online activity illustration
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

KSA Probes Illegal Gaming Promotions in Online and Print Publications

The authority conducted research over the past six months that uncovered illegal gambling promotional content like direct links to unlicensed casinos.
Mar 22, 2025
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A Lawsuit Folder
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Dutch Lottery Files Lawsuit Against Lalabet Over Unfair Competition

The gambling operator cited it loses millions of euros in turnover while competing with unlicensed providers like Lalabet and called for its closure.
Mar 22, 2025
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A rising graph
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Philippines Gaming Industry Posts 25% GGR Rise Despite Ban on POGOs

E-Games and E-Bingo were significant contributors to the revenue growth, witnessing a 165% increase in the 2024 financial year compared to 2023.
Mar 22, 2025
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Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Thailand Announces Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Chon Buri as IR Locations

The Thai government plans to spend THB500 billion for the establishment of IRs to boost tourism, with up to 50 million visitors annually.
Mar 15, 2025
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The Flag of Norway
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Norway Conservative Party Rallies for End of Gambling Monopoly

Norway is the only country in Europe applying a gambling monopoly system, with the only legal online gambling activities offered by state-owned sites.
Mar 14, 2025
World
A market street in Japan
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

NPA Survey Reveals Extensive Illegal Gambling Among Japan Citizens

The survey collected responses from 27,000 individuals aged 15 – 79 to shed a spotlight on the growing gambling addiction crisis in Japan.
Mar 14, 2025
World
An IPL Tournament March
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Illegal Gambling Expected to Hit an All-Time High in India Due to IPL

Reports indicate that while strict laws exist to regulate the online gambling industry and paid ads in India, enforcement is inconsistent.
Mar 11, 2025
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