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People Playing Roulette at a Casino
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Gaming Tax Shows Resilient H1 Growth with 1.05% Increase to MOP45.3B

Macau’s casino gaming tax reflects continued resilience in the industry but represents only 48.6% of the government’s annual projects of MOP93.1B.
Jul 13, 2025
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Billboards in Manila
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

PAGCOR Demands Gaming Operators Remove Billboard Ads by August 15

PAGCOR orders licensees, suppliers, and gaming operators to remove all out-of-home betting ads, including billboards and public transport displays.
Jul 11, 2025
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

EGBA Members Contribute €3.8B in EU Social, Economic Initiatives in 2024

EGBA members’ €3.8 billion tax contribution fuels European public services while championing safer gambling through player protection initiatives.
Jul 10, 2025
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The Star Brisbane
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Star Brisbane Delays 2025 Brisbane Champs Due to Workers Strike

Star Entertainment announced the postponement of the poker event, citing safety concerns and uncertainty in delivering a high-quality experience.
Jul 10, 2025
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Someone Using Their Phone
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

PAGCOR Opposes Outright Online Gambling Ban, Pushes for Tighter Regulations

PAGCOR CEO and Chair Alejandro Tengco argued that an outright ban would not help, and tighter regulation would at least promote oversight.
Jul 09, 2025
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Bangkok skyline
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Thailand Scraps Casino Legalization Bill Amid Rising Political Pressure

Thailand shelves the entertainment complex bill amid political turmoil after Bhumjaithai exits coalition, opposing the legislation.
Jul 09, 2025
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Luxury Vacation Villa
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Wynn Announced Luxury Enclave suites at UAE Casino Resort, Set for 2027 Launch

Wynn Resorts unveils initial details and images of its Enclave residences atop the 1000-foot tower at Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
Jul 04, 2025
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Macau Skyline at Night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Casino Revenue Hits $2.6B in June, up 19% on Entertainment-Driven Traffic

June’s revenue is 2025’s second-highest monthly total, narrowly trailing May’s record US$2.62B, dipping 0.6% monthly but surpassing forecasts.
Jul 03, 2025
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A Croupier Dealing Playing Cards
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Evolution Expands to Asia with First Live Casino Studio in Cebu, Philippines

The newly launched operation is in collaboration with PAGCOR-regulated OVG to provide licensed Philippine online operators with live casino content.
Jul 02, 2025
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Beehive Building, New Zealand Parliament
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

New Zealand Proposes Online Casino Regulation with 15 Auctioned Licenses

New Zealand has introduced the Online Casino Gambling Bill to Parliament, establishing a licensing system for its previously unregulated market.
Jul 02, 2025
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