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By: Lucas Dunn
Macau Witnesses Big Crowds for Golden Week, Breaks Betting Volume Records
October Golden Week enjoyed visitation in high numbers, exceeding pre-pandemic figures, underscoring the rising interest in Macau's leisure offerings.
10/08/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
Thailand’s Casino Bill Could Undergo an Overhaul with 45 New Proposals
The presented proposals suggest that the casino license duration should be changed and that tax rates should be increased to 17% of gaming revenue.
10/08/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
Wynn Resorts Granted First UAE Gaming License for Al Marjan Island Resort
The Las Vegas-based casino operator received the first commercial gaming license in the UAE from the GCGRA, the country’s casino gaming authority.
10/06/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
Macau Gaming Stocks Surge on Optimism of China’s Aggressive Stimulus Package
Casino operators in Macau saw significant revenue gains after China released a major stimulus package to revitalize the economy.
10/04/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
JP Morgan Analysis Reveals Thailand IRs Could Generate up to US$5 Billion Annually
The investment bank notes that Thailand's IRs could significantly bolster the country's GGR by US$2.5 billion to US$5 billion annually.
10/04/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
Macau’s GGR Drops by 12.7% in September, Despite Being Up 15.5% Year-on-Year
Macau’s headline gross gaming revenue fell 12.7% month-on-month to MOP 17.25 billion (US$2.15 billion) compared to August’s MOP 19.8 billion (US$2.47 billion).
10/02/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
TexBet to Pay AU$33,000 Fine over Account Closure and Advertising Breaches
The online bookmaker was fined for breaching New South Wales gambling laws by sending advertisements to a customer who had requested account closure.
10/02/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
Hacksaw Gaming Debuts Sequel Slot Le Bandit Led by Anti-Hero Smokey
The slot explores the warm palm tree and pyramid-dotted Egypt with new bonus developments like Sticky Redrops, Golden Riches, and Bonus Choice.
09/27/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
Star Entertainment Discloses Significant Loss in FY24 Amid Regulatory Challenges
The casino group has experienced a massive financial downturn of AU$1.69 billion due to stringent regulatory changes and a non-cash impairment charge.
09/27/2024
World By: Lucas Dunn
The Australian Gambling Industry Lobbies for Age Verification Over Ad Ban
Industry representatives suggest alternative measures to a strict blanket ban, including age verification software and opt-out settings.
09/26/2024
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