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Vietnam seeks to simplify financial-capacity rules as it updates 2017 local-access casino decree

Vietnam seeks to streamline financial-capacity verification as it updates the 2017 locals-access decree, part of broader reforms to expand regulated casino entry.

Thai sports authority to investigate Cambodian athletes’ Nagaworld logo

The Sports Authority of Thailand will probe whether Cambodian athletes breached Thai law by displaying the NagaWorld casino logo on their jackets when present for a game.

Far East Consortium agrees $66M partial sale of Ritz-Carlton Perth to AMTD Group

FEC sells 50% of Ritz-Carlton Perth to AMTD-linked TGE for $66M, with staged payments pending regulatory approvals and restructuring steps.

China seeks 100 top fugitives in telecom fraud crackdown; mass returns from Myanmar continue

China launches nationwide hunt for 100 telecom-fraud fugitives as over 1,100 suspects from Myanmar return amid intensified cross-border crackdown.

Wynn’s Al Marjan project gaining investor confidence: Deutsche Bank

Wynn Resorts’ massive integrated resort rising on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah is gaining traction with investors, according to Deutsche Bank.

Bally’s shores up balance sheet as New York casino project advances: CBRE

Bally’s Corporation has moved to ease several long-standing financial pressures with a new $1.1 billion term-loan package that analysts say 'solves several lingering overhangs' and allows it to pivot toward its flagship New York development.

Wynn Al Marjan reveals details of art collection with new exhibits and pieces drawn from other properties

Wynn Al Marjan Island has announced details of its ‘museum-calber art collection’ that will debut alongside the property’s opening in the spring of 2027.

Myanmar authorities demolish 333 illegal buildings in KK Park crackdown

Myanmar has demolished 333 of 635 illegal buildings in KK Park as part of a major crackdown on telecom fraud and online gambling, state media reports.

Rising Chinese demand fuels bullish sentiment toward Jeju Dream Tower operator: Brokerage 

Korean brokerage Yuanta Securities Korea has strengthened its outlook on Lotte Tour Development, saying the operator of Jeju Dream Tower is poised for continued earnings growth as Chinese tourism rebounds and the company’s market share expands sharply.

Philippine police go after offshore gaming operators hiding behind names of BPOs/IT solutions companies

Philippine police concentrate on bringing down POGOs hiding behind the guise of BPOs and IT solutions companies.

Philippines’ Pasig City moves to curb gambling influence with ban on ads, promotions

Pasig City bans all gambling ads and promotions to curb addiction risks, aligning with the Philippines’ broader push for stronger responsible gaming rules.

UBS lifts Macau 2026 GGR outlook on firm premium demand

UBS lifts Macau’s 2026 GGR outlook, pointing to firm premium demand and new upscale suites and amenities that reinforce mass-market momentum.

Ainsworth Game Technology expecting dip in revenue and profit in 2H25 on lower sales

Ainsworth Game Technology profit and revenue drop in 2H25, on lower sales, despite APAC consistency.

Genting Berhad launches $1.22B notes program to support Genting Malaysia takeover push

Genting Berhad ramps up fundraising with a $1.22B notes program and fresh issuance to support its push for full control of Genting Malaysia.

Dynam Japan posts 40.2% profit surge despite 3.2% drop in pachinko revenue

Dynam Japan reports profit up 40.2 percent despite a 3.2 percent dip in pachinko revenue, supported by lower expenses and improved operational efficiency.

Trio accused of operating illicit car-based money exchange service near casinos

Macau police arrested three men accused of running a mobile money-exchange service for gamblers, handling $1.5 million in illegal transactions since January.

PH authorities net 112 in Manila POGO raid

Filipino authorities apprehended 112 individuals, including 95 Filipinos and 17 foreign nationals, at an illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in central Manila.

BetMakers signs definitive agreement to acquire Las Vegas Dissemination Company

Australian wagering market technology supplier BetMakers has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the assets and liabilities of the Las Vegas Dissemination Company.

Cambodia launching pilot visa-free program for Chinese nationals

Cambodia is launching a visa-free pilot program for Chinese nationals starting in mid-June of next year, allowing visits of up to 14 days.

AGEM Index fell by 1.5% m-o-m in November

The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) Index marked November with a slight retraction, falling by 1.5 percent from the prior month, but remained 16 percent higher than a year earlier.

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