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Hacksaw Taps into Quiet Elegance with New Release, The Luxe Slot
The Luxe is a high-stakes slot blending monochromatic luxury with a 20,000x max win potential through Golden Frames and other bonus mechanics.
Jul 19, 2025
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UK Labour Party Faces Internal Split Over Demands for Gambling Reforms
Labour leadership faces backbench MP revolt with demands for gambling regulation overhaul, risking Starmer’s clash with top party donors.
Jul 19, 2025
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Crown Resorts in Talks to Take Over Queen’s Wharf Operations from Star
CTFE and FEC are in the process of finalizing Star’s 50% Queen’s Wharf buyout while negotiating with Crown Resorts for potential control takeover.
Jul 18, 2025
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Reef Casino Trust Approves Iris Capital's AU$177M Acquisition Bid
70% RCT unitholders, Accor & Casinos Austria, back full trust acquisition, with binding commitments to accept Iris Capital's offer within 21 days.
Jul 14, 2025
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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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