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The Star Sydney
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Star Entertainment Sells Sydney Venue to Offset Financial Challenges

This development comes as the Australian gaming group grapples with mounting debt and regulatory scrutiny for fraud and AML failures.
Sydney, New south Wales
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New South Wales to Prohibit Gambling Advertising on Public Transport

The ban is part of larger reforms by the Minns Labor Government to reduce gambling-related harm and is expected to be enforced in the next 12 months.
Macau Skyline at Night
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Macau Gaming Industry on Track for Significant GGR Increase in 2025

Analysts predict steady growth that aligns with the solid recovery trajectory and is expected to reflect 84% of pre-COVID GGR levels.
A busy street in Bangkok, Thailand
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NIDA Survey Shows Most Thais Oppose Legalizing Online and Land-Based Casinos

59% of 1,310 survey participants were against the approval of the Entertainment Complex bill, while 69% opposed legalizing online gambling.
The Bangkok Port in Khlong Toei District, Bangkok
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Bangkok Port Gets Approval as a Potential Entertainment Complex Location

The development is expected to allow Thailand to compete with Singapore and other regional neighbors as a global tourism and investment hub.
A flying phoenix
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Hacksaw Gaming Showcases Unique Mechanic in Phoenix DuelReels Slot

The phoenix and dragon battle in this five-reel, 14-payline slot comes with the potential for several features like multipliers, wilds, and free spins.
Clipart of a knight and castle
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Relax Gaming Unlocks Arthurian Treasures With its New Release, Camelot Cash

Inspired by the medieval tale of King Arthur, Camelot Cash pays up to 5,000x the bet with symbol wins, expanding symbols, and a special Cash icon.
Grand Lisboa Casino, Macau
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Over 99% of SJM Employees to Get Salary Increases Effective April 2025

SJM is the third Macau operator to announce salary increases for eligible workers after Galaxy Entertainment Group and Sands China.
The coast of Thailand
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Thaksin Supports Robust and Transparent Casino Licensing Process

Thailand’s government is proceeding with plans to establish IRs with casino spaces, whose licenses will be allocated through open bidding.
The Manila Waterfront Skyline
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Waterfront Manila Hotel and Casino Set to Fully Reopen by Q1 2027

The reopening will be done in three phases, with Phase 1 slated for Q1 2026, followed by Phase 2 in Q3 2026, and the final phase in Q1 2027.