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MGM China inks new 20-year branding agreement with MGM Resorts, monthly license fee rises to 3.5%

MGM China has inked a new branding agreement with its parent company MGM Resorts, for a period of up to 20 years and under an increased monthly license fee.

Vietnam proposes full ID disclosure for football bettors, keeps daily betting cap at $380

Vietnam moves to require full ID checks for legal football betting while keeping the daily wagering cap unchanged at $380 per person.

SJM authorized to directly operate L’Arc Macau Casino from December 30th

L’Arc Macau becomes the only satellite casino to shift to direct operation after the government authorized SJM’s takeover from December 30th

Macau sets new tourism record with 39.41M visitor arrivals

Macau recorded a new tourism high, as cumulative visitor arrivals surpassed the 2019 peak, reaching 39.41 million by December 27th.

Newport World Resorts parent company raises $18.7M via warrants issuance

Alliance Group to expand IR developments following $18.71 million share warrants issuance.

Macau gov’t says 3,500 staff reassigned as satellite casino exit nears deadline

Macau's satellite casino closures are proceeding smoothly, with authorities saying 3,500 workers have transitioned without complaints.

Macau Legend relocates legal base to Bermuda, targets loss offset

Macau Legend completes Bermuda redomiciliation and capital restructuring to create surplus for offsetting accumulated losses.

Visitor arrivals to Macau rise 14.4% to nearly 36.5M in Jan–Nov

Macau welcomed about 36 million visitors in the first 11 months of 2025, up 14.4% year-on-year, on strong Mainland Chinese and overseas demand.

PH Resorts says all raised capital spent on Emerald Bay, evaluating future options

PH Resorts said all proceeds from prior capital raisings were used for Emerald Bay and that strategic options are still being assessed.

Hubert Wang departing as MGM China COO, Kenneth Feng assumes CEO position, among other changes

MGM China has announced significant leadership changes, including the departure of President and COO Hubert Wang and the promotion of Kenneth Feng to the role of CEO.

Cebu City bans physical and online advertisements promoting gambling

Cebu City has banned all billboards, digital and online ads promoting gambling.

Jumbo partner Brightstar wins Lotterywest gaming and digital contract

Brightstar wins a major Lotterywest gaming and digital systems contract in Western Australia, with Jumbo Interactive joining as a key subcontractor.

Cambodia accuses Thailand of bombing near Poipet casino hub

Cambodia claims Thailand's military has dropped two bombs near Poipet, as violence between the two nations escalates.

PAGCOR pulls plug on PH Resorts’ Cebu casino permit

PAGCOR has cancelled PH Resorts’ Mactan casino permit, prompting the group to scrap investor talks and close its Cebu casino bid.

Japan sees strong visitor growth in November despite China spat

Japan saw robust growth in tourism numbers in November, despite its ongoing spat with China.

Macau gov’t clears transfer of L’Arc Hotel unit to SJM

Macau’s government has authorized the transfer of the hotel and casino unit of L’Arc Hotel to SJM Resorts, marking a key step in the gaming operator’s consolidation of its peninsula portfolio.

The Star Chairman says the company needs to be restructured, following a board overhaul: report

The new Chairman of Australia’s The Star Entertainment Group says that he did not intend to assume the role, and that the overall board reshuffle had not been the “initial plan”.

South Korea’s president calls for a review of private casino licensing standards

South Korea’s president Lee Jae-myung has called for a review of casino licensing standards, calling the granting of private licenses to foreigner-only casinos a “favor”.

Responsible gambling a legal duty for casino operators: Macau gaming regulator

Responsible gambling has become a statutory obligation for Macau casino operators, as regulators tighten supervision under the Gaming Law.

Macau renews Wing Hing Chinese lottery concession for one more year

Macau extends Wing Hing Chinese lottery concession into 2026, keeping annual renewals and introducing priority hiring for locals.

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