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Gambling Disorder Cases in Macau Could Hit Decade-High Record in 2024
October 28, 2024
Macau is witnessing a troubling rise in gambling disorders among its residents. Recent data from the city’s Central Registry Sys...
NBI Pushes Graft Charges Over Land Sales Leased to POGOs in Porac
October 28, 2024
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has recommended graft and falsification charges against 14 public officials and six pri...
Thai Casino Law Expected to be Sent to Cabinet by this year
October 25, 2024
The draft law concerning casino resorts is expected to be sent to Thailand’s cabinet before the end of the year. Deputy Finance ...
Las Vegas Sands to Invest US$8 Billion to Expand Singapore Casino in Marina Bay Sands IR2
October 24, 2024
Construction of Marina Bay Sands IR2 is scheduled to commence in June 2025. It is expected to be completed by June 2030, with an e...
Macau, Cambodia Affected Negatively by Loss of Chinese VIP Players
October 24, 2024
Macau and Cambodia are facing significant challenges in their casino and tourism sectors due to the decline of high-rolling player...
Here’s Why Politician Newin Chidchob Rejected Thailand’s Plan to Legalize Casinos
October 23, 2024
Thai politician Newin Chidchob is wary that the introduction of casinos may lead to increased debt among Thai citizens and higher ...
Macau GGR to increase 5% YoY in 4Q24 on stronger yuan: CICC
October 23, 2024
As the fourth quarter of 2024 approaches, the gaming industry in Macau is positioned for promising growth, according to a recent r...
Hong Kong Eyes Lowering Age Limits For Horse Racing
October 22, 2024
Authorities are eyeing to relax age limits on horse race attendees in Hong Kong in an attempt to boost tourism in the Special Admi...
Tycoon Kevin Tan investing US$300 million for Boracay Casino Resort; US$400 million for Cebu IR
October 22, 2024
Alliance Global Group, Inc. (AGI), the parent company of Travellers International Hotel Group Inc., reiterated its plans to invest...
Philippines Set to Add 456,000 New Hotel Rooms by 2028
October 21, 2024
The Philippines is gearing up for a significant expansion in its hospitality sector, with plans to create 456,000 new hotel room k...