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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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