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By: Lucas DunnBragg Gaming Group Confirms IT Breach, Assures Systems Now Secure
The cyberattack was confined to internal systems, no personal data was compromised, and operations were unaffected, per the company’s press release.
Aug 19, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnQuang Ninh Greenlights Sun Group’s $2B Casino Resort with Locals Access
The $2 billion Van Don Casino-Tourism Complex will be the first citizen casino IR in Van Don EZ, occupying 244 hectares and meant to open in nine years.
Aug 18, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnBlueBet Ordered to Pay AU$53K Fine After Failing in VIP Player Safeguards
NTRWC condemned BlueBet for ignoring red flags and offering a VIP gambler bonuses after massive losses, violating responsible gambling obligations.
Aug 14, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnPhilippines Plans New KYC Rules, Bet Limits to Limit Online Gambling
Online gambling reforms propose higher bet limits and casino entry fees to reduce frequent betting and protect low-income residents.
Aug 12, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnPhilippine Gambling Operators Form PlaySafe Alliance to Curb Illegal Market
The PlaySafe Alliance initiative promotes responsible gambling, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection, and targets unlicensed operators.
Aug 11, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnNetherlands Tax Reforms Result in €200M Gambling Revenue Slump in H1 2025
While Dutch casinos set a record €1B (US$1.07B) GGR in 2024, a 3.7% tax hike has resulted in a €200M (US$230.8M) deficit in H1 2025.
Aug 06, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnThailand Acting PM Signs Order Legalizing Poker for International Tournaments
Thailand promotes poker as a sport through limited legalization, with acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai calling the decision “sensitive and complex”.
Aug 05, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnJeju Dream Casino Earnings Surge 90% Year-on-Year in July 2025
Jeju Dream Tower’s July revenue rose 21.3% from June, continuing a six-month growth streak, with table games contributing most of the revenue.
Aug 04, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnMacau Casinos Hit New Gaming Earnings Peak Post-COVID in July 2025
Macau’s July GGR reaches MOP22.13 billion, marking a 19% year-on-year increase and 5% month-on-month increase to top May’s MOP21.19 billion high.
Aug 02, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnSphere Entertainment Finalizes DCT Collaboration for Abu Dhabi Expansion
Sphere Abu Dhabi will mirror the 18,600-seat original in Las Vegas, opened in 2023, and DCT will hold exclusive MENA expansion rights for a decade.
Aug 01, 2025
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