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Malaysia’s Communications Minister, Fahmi Fadzil, is scheduled to meet Meta on September 22 to demand stricter gambling ad controls.

Macau gaming tax hit a new high of MOP8.5 billion in August, lifting January-August total to MOP$61.9 billion, representing 5.3% YoY growth.

HK legalizes basketball betting to regulate online gambling as Home Secretary Mak cites public demand and plans to divert funds from illicit sites.

UK racing canceled all fixtures for 24 hours on September 10 in a historic first voluntary strike achieved through BHA’s #AxeTheRacingTax campaign.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club first received WLA Level 4 accreditation in 2011 and has earned five consecutive certifications, setting a regional record.

Bamboo Ways delivers cluster-driven payouts of up to 25,000x the stake, coupled with Golden Bamboo symbols for instant prizes and multiplier boosts.

Jefferies forecasts 9.5% growth in Macau’s GGR in 2025, while CLSA raises forecasts to $30.6 billion for 2025 and $31.8 billion for 2026.

Chairman Tengco warned that despite the sector’s strong performance, unlicensed operators undermine consumer protection and revenues.

From September 1, 2025, all licensed gambling firms must adhere to UK marketing rules globally to ensure fair play and consumer protection.

DICJ data shows August GGR rose 12.2% YoY to MOP22.16B, surpassing past July’s MOP22.13B, setting a new post-pandemic casino revenue record.