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Japan Targets Illegal Online Casinos as Gambling Concerns Mount
A Council for Sports Ecosystem Promotion report found Japanese bettors wagered JPY6.45 trillion on overseas gambling sites despite being illegal.
May 17, 2025
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Tan Hee Teck to Exit from Genting Singapore and Resorts World Sentosa Leadership
Genting Singapore confirmed Tan Hee Teck’s retirement from all executive and board roles, but he will retain an advisory role until November 30.
May 16, 2025
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Brazil Sports Ministry and Sportradar Seal Deal to Promote Sports Integrity
Sportradar will assist Brazil’s Sports Ministry by providing suspicious betting alerts using advanced UFDS technology as part of the agreement.
May 15, 2025
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The Philippines National Treasury Receives PHP12.67 Billion from PAGCOR
PAGCOR turned over 75% of 2024 net income, surpassing the 50% remittance mandated under the Philippine Republic Act No. 7656 Dividends Law by 25%.
May 15, 2025
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Dutch Government Keeps Lottery State-Run, Prioritizes Gambling Reforms
The Dutch government’s decision is driven by policy priorities, including public safety, addiction prevention, and combating illegal gambling.
May 15, 2025
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Hacksaw Gaming Packs a 12,500x Payout Potential in New Slot, Danny Dollar
Danny Dollar, the sequel to Donny Dough, maintains a similar theatrical theme to its predecessor but with a 25% greater maximum win.
May 11, 2025
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Melco Macau Resorts Drive Q1 Growth Amid Varid International Performance
The casino operator, with properties in Macau, Philippines, Cyprus, and Sri Lanka, reported a net income surge to $32.5 million YoY.
May 11, 2025
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Japan Reopens IR Licensing Bid; Targets Two New Casino Hubs by 2027
Japan will open public consultations from August to December 2025 on a cabinet order defining integrated resort application procedures.
May 08, 2025
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Thai PM Defends Integrated Resorts Plan with Strict Visitor Screening
PM Paetongtarn clarified in her “Empowering Thais” address that casino resorts aim to strengthen Thailand’s global tourism standing.
May 06, 2025
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Hacksaw Gaming's Rad Maxx Slot Redefines Win Potential with Dynamic Paylines
Rad Maxx Slot replaces the expanding wilds in its predecessor, RIP City, with multiplier wilds that upgrade symbol payouts by up to 20x.
May 04, 2025
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