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MGM Lion Statue
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

MGM Osaka Resort Construction Begins: Aims to Become Japan’s Tourism Cornerstone

The ambitious project is valued at $8.5 billion and will feature 2,500 hotel rooms and suites, 730,000 sq ft of MICE, and casino services.
10/17/2024
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Crown Casino Entertainment Complex
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Crown Melbourne to Pay AU$2 Million Fine for Responsible Gambling Breaches

The Victorian casino resort allowed 242 self-excluded players to gamble on its floor, proving its lack of effective responsible gambling measures.
10/16/2024
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Mr. Sam Hou Fai
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Sam Hou Fai Elected as Macau's Chief Executive and Promises Economic Change

The former judge won an uncontested election to become the sixth-term Chief Executive of Macau, an appointment lauded by Beijing.
10/16/2024
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Eerie forest
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

NetEnt Launches Adventure-Fueled, Hunting-Themed Video Slot, Rabid Randy

Rabid Randy delivers a familiar slot experience aligned with the NetEnt brand, fusing thrilling gameplay mechanics with immersive visuals.
10/12/2024
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Galaxsys Partners with Betika to Expand Gaming Reach in Africa

Galaxsys intends to provide its vast portfolio of high-quality gaming products through Betika, one of the leading African sports betting platforms.
10/11/2024
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Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Wynn Resorts Outlines its US$5 billion Luxury IR in the UAE, Plans 2027 Launch

After receiving the first UAE gaming license, Wynn Resorts details the Al Marjan Island integrated resort and plans to launch in 2027.
10/10/2024
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Macau city lights at night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Witnesses Big Crowds for Golden Week, Breaks Betting Volume Records

October Golden Week enjoyed visitation in high numbers, exceeding pre-pandemic figures, underscoring the rising interest in Macau's leisure offerings.
10/08/2024
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Hua Hin City
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Thailand’s Casino Bill Could Undergo an Overhaul with 45 New Proposals

The presented proposals suggest that the casino license duration should be changed and that tax rates should be increased to 17% of gaming revenue.
10/08/2024
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Wynn Resort, Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Wynn Resorts Granted First UAE Gaming License for Al Marjan Island Resort

The Las Vegas-based casino operator received the first commercial gaming license in the UAE from the GCGRA, the country’s casino gaming authority.
10/06/2024
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Macau Skyline
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Gaming Stocks Surge on Optimism of China’s Aggressive Stimulus Package

Casino operators in Macau saw significant revenue gains after China released a major stimulus package to revitalize the economy.
10/04/2024
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