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Michael Tobin, CEO of Continent 8, named among the Trusted 10 global tech leaders

Michael Tobin, CEO of Continent 8 Technologies, has been recognized as one of the top global tech leaders in the iGaming industry, as featured in GamblingIQ’s ‘Game of Trust’ 2025 edition.

Teen gambling addiction surges in South Korea

Teenage gambling addiction is escalating in South Korea, with treatment numbers surging, lawmakers warn.

Australia’s move to facilitate stablecoins not likely to prompt major change for crypto platforms

The move by Australia’s financial oversight watchdog to facilitate ‘growth and innovation in the digital assets and payments sectors’ is not likely to prompt any immediate change for the Australian crypto platforms.

DigiPlus introduces first-ever surety bond program for eligible players

DigiPlus introduces $17,300 surety bond for players, safeguarding balances across BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone without extra policies.

Indonesia removes millions of gambling-related posts from digital space

Indonesia's government removes 2.8M digital posts, with 2.1M tied to online gambling, highlighting the scale of illegal betting in the country.

Offshore betting surges after India’s online gambling ban: Report

India’s online gambling ban pushes punters to illegal offshore sites, hitting cricket sponsorships and threatening IPL ad revenues.

Free services to clients total 63% of Macau gaming operators’ expenses in 2024

Macau casinos leaned on free services to clients, which represented 63% of total operating expenses in 2024, DSEC survey shows.

Sri Lanka doubles local casino entrance fee, ups betting tax to 18%

Sri Lanka doubles casino entry fee for locals and ups betting tax to 18%.

Macau’s Studio City adding private hospital, opening in October

Macau’s Studio City integrated resort is going to be adding a private hospital to its non-gaming offerings, which is expected to open on October 1st.

Melco Resorts Finance raises $500M at 6.5%, debt maturity profile extended

Melco Resorts Finance secures $500M in senior notes, targeting 2026 debt buyback; analysts downgrade amid strong bond rally.

DigiPlus debuts Brazil operations with GamePlus launch on September 22nd

DigiPlus brings GamePlus to Brazil Sept. 22nd, its debut abroad, as it expands beyond the Philippines amid rising iGaming opportunities.

Philippines court orders Melco to compensate dismissed City of Dreams Manila staff

Philippines Court of Appeals orders Melco to pay $510 each to 26 City of Dreams Manila staff axed in 2020 redundancy.

Citigroup cuts Macau September GGR forecast to $2.4B amid slower momentum

Citigroup trims Macau September GGR forecast to $2.4B on slower run rate, while HSBC projects 7–12% YoY growth.

Century Entertainment changes auditor amid business transformation

Century Entertainment changes auditor amid business transformation

Vietnam absorbs Chinese tourists shifting away from Thailand: Report

Chinese tourists are choosing Vietnam over Thailand in 2025, boosting arrivals 44% and driving record tourism spending.

Hong Kong racing secures continued broadcast on Australia’s Racing.com

Following extensive peace talks, Hong Kong racing will continue to be broadcast on the Racing.com platform in Australia until the end of the current season, albeit under revised, unspecified terms.

Philippines senators urge increased funding for fight against financial crimes

The head of the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) of the Philippines emphasized the need for a comprehensive government approach to combat money laundering and terrorist financing during Senate budget discussions.

Hong Kong bourse declares former LET Group, Summit Ascent executive unsuitable as director

Hong Kong’s stock exchange has censured businessman Andrew Lo Kai Bong, declaring him unsuitable to serve as a director after he pushed ahead with a controversial plan to sell a Russian casino business that triggered regulatory concerns and board resignations.

Travellers to break ground on $700M Mactan, Boracay casinos in 2026: CEO

Travellers to build $700M casinos in Mactan, Boracay by 2026, boosting AGI’s presence in key Philippine tourism hubs.

Macau expects record tourist arrivals during “Super Golden Week”

Macau’s "Super Golden Week" is set to see record tourist numbers, with policies easing travel and boosting industry confidence.

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