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A Chiang Mai Market at Night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Thailand’s Integrated Resort Plan Draws Escalating Public Skepticism

The study was conducted by NIDA and involved over 1,300 respondents, most of whom were concerned about the project's potential risks.
03/25/2025
World
Queen's Wharf, Brisbane
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Billionaire Bruce Mathieson Backs Bally’s Proposal for Star Takeover

The endorsement comes with a pledge by Mr. Mathieson to increase his stake in the group by AU$50 million (US$31.24 million) if the deal goes through.
03/25/2025
World
Leprechaun Gold
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Yggdrasil Revives Ryan the Leprechaun in Lucky Apocalypse Slot Chaos

This new installment contrasts the cheerful environment of previous installments and invades spins with Gigablox, multipliers, and more.
03/23/2025
World
Gongbei Mall exit to Gongbei Checkpoint
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Border Gate to Mainland China Poised for US$69 Million Renovation

The Gongbei border checkpoint is the busiest of the three entry points from mainland China and reported approximately 113 million crossings in 2024.
03/23/2025
World
Illegal online activity illustration
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

KSA Probes Illegal Gaming Promotions in Online and Print Publications

The authority conducted research over the past six months that uncovered illegal gambling promotional content like direct links to unlicensed casinos.
03/22/2025
World
A Lawsuit Folder
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Dutch Lottery Files Lawsuit Against Lalabet Over Unfair Competition

The gambling operator cited it loses millions of euros in turnover while competing with unlicensed providers like Lalabet and called for its closure.
03/22/2025
World
A rising graph
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Philippines Gaming Industry Posts 25% GGR Rise Despite Ban on POGOs

E-Games and E-Bingo were significant contributors to the revenue growth, witnessing a 165% increase in the 2024 financial year compared to 2023.
03/22/2025
World
Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Thailand Announces Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Chon Buri as IR Locations

The Thai government plans to spend THB500 billion for the establishment of IRs to boost tourism, with up to 50 million visitors annually.
03/15/2025
World
The Flag of Norway
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Norway Conservative Party Rallies for End of Gambling Monopoly

Norway is the only country in Europe applying a gambling monopoly system, with the only legal online gambling activities offered by state-owned sites.
03/14/2025
World
A market street in Japan
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

NPA Survey Reveals Extensive Illegal Gambling Among Japan Citizens

The survey collected responses from 27,000 individuals aged 15 – 79 to shed a spotlight on the growing gambling addiction crisis in Japan.
03/14/2025
World