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Dennis Andreaci - December 18, 2020

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Philippines

DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco purchases additional 1.4% of company’s shares

Kelsey Wilhelm - March 2, 2026

DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco has purchased 1.4 percent of the company’s shares due to ‘strong conviction in DigiPlus’ disciplined growth strategy’.

New Zealand

NZ Racing Integrity Board shifting into high gear ahead of new Online Casino Gambling Act

Kelsey Wilhelm - March 2, 2026

New Zealand’s Racing Integrity Board is stepping up its efforts as the country moves closer to enacting its new Online Casino Gambling Act.

Australia

Ainsworth says Austrian prosecutors seek court action in long-running probe

Viviana Chan - March 2, 2026

Ainsworth confirms Austrian prosecutors have filed a prosecution demand in court tied to its former CEO and majority shareholder Novomatic.

Macau

Macau January tourism flat year-on-year, overnight visitors fall 6.6%

Viviana Chan - March 2, 2026

Macau January arrivals flat at 3.65 million as overnight visits drop 6.6 percent while international markets post double-digit growth.

Macau

Macau March GGR growth expected to near 10% on post-holiday demand: analysts

Viviana Chan - March 2, 2026

CLSA forecasts Macau March GGR at $2.68 billion, up 9.7% year-on-year, supported by resilient post-holiday gaming demand.

Macau

Galaxy pushes for more hotel rooms to let events shape results beyond key holiday periods

Kelsey Wilhelm - March 2, 2026

Galaxy Entertainment Group is no longer relying on peak seasonal periods to achieve strong visitation and results, leveraging its events to offset typical downturn periods between holidays.

Australia

The Star says ability to continue is still a going concern after booking $77.4 M half-year loss

Kelsey Wilhelm - March 2, 2026

The Star Entertainment Group indicated on Monday that ‘there remains material uncertainty regarding the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern’, as it announced a AU$109.7 million ($77.44 million) loss for the fiscal half-year ending December 31st, 2025.

Macau

Macau issues travel alerts for Iran and Israel after bombings

AGBrief Editorial - March 2, 2026

The Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has issued a travel alert for both Iran and Israel, due to ‘security risks’ amongst the ongoing escalation in the Middle East.

Macau

Galaxy eager to use cash-rich position to expand beyond Macau: Chairman

Kelsey Wilhelm - March 2, 2026

Galaxy's chairman says the group is eager to expand beyond Macau, given its cash-rich position, but is waiting for the ideal opportunity.

Philippines

Belle Corp reports 17% fall in 2025 CoD Manila gaming revenue share

Viviana Chan - March 2, 2026

Belle Corp’s 2025 results show weaker CoD Manila revenue share, down 17%, with consolidated income also easing.

Philippines

Philippines considers Telegram ban over illegal gambling and cybercrime concerns

Viviana Chan - March 2, 2026

Philippines considers banning Telegram as illegal gambling operators and cybercrime networks reportedly shift to the platform.

Macau

Macau plans $2.56B government guidance fund to drive economic diversification

Viviana Chan - March 2, 2026

Macau plans a $2.56 billion government guidance fund to attract private capital and accelerate diversification beyond gaming.

Malaysia

Lower gaming results in Malaysia contrast Genting Malaysia’ threefold EBITDA gain in 4Q25

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 27, 2026

Dip in gaming results in Malaysia failed to burst Genting Malaysia's bubble in 4Q25, with EBITDA up threefold yearly amongst stronger results outside Asia.

Philippines

Shareholders greenlight DigiPlus deal in $205M IEC subscription

Viviana Chan - February 27, 2026

International Entertainment shareholders approve $205M DigiPlus subscription, clearing path to majority control upon conversion.

Macau

Ultra-luxury and super premium the focus of Galaxy going forward: management

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 26, 2026

Galaxy is doubling down on entertainment and ultra-luxury is its cornerstone going forward, with recent openings of premium-focused hotels and offerings catering to more demanding customers.

Macau

Galaxy confident for a strong 1Q26, despite slow warm-up to CNY: management

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 26, 2026

Galaxy Entertainment Group saw a slow warm-up to the CNY period, but every gaming segment saw "robust growth" and the operator is confident in 1Q26 results.

Malaysia

Malaysia advances esports oversight with regulator backing

Viviana Chan - February 26, 2026

Malaysia advances esports oversight as media content regulator backs policy push on safety and responsible game design.

Thailand

Jailed former Thai PM Thaksin eligible for parole May 10th

Viviana Chan - February 26, 2026

Former Thai Prime Minister and gaming legalization proponent Thaksin Shinawatra eligible for parole on May 10th.

Cambodia

Cambodia PM says government unaware of Chen Zhi’s alleged scam links before arrest

Viviana Chan - February 26, 2026

Cambodia's Prime Minister rejects complicity claims, says Chen Zhi case surfaced before nationwide scam crackdown.

Philippines

Isle of Man rejects visa for gaming executive over links to alleged criminal group

Frank Schuengel - February 26, 2026

The Isle of Man has rejected an immigration appeal for an executive who formerly worked at a company allegedly associated with illegal gambling operations.