Matt Ballesty

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Matt Ballesty is a strategic and results-oriented business expert with 30 years of global experience in leadership and operations management within highly regulated and complex environments. Possesses intimate knowledge on the operations and management of an integrated resort property with the ability to adapt to different jurisdictions. Currently, Matt is the Managing Director of Three Points Consulting, a gaming and hospitality consultancy company providing expert and strategic advice to boards, management, investors and regulators.

LATEST ARTICLES FROM AUTHOR

Elsewhere

The Rise of Robots, CoBots and Automation – A New Normal

Matt Ballesty - June 2, 2023

New Zealand

Matt Ballesty: Looking for travel bubbles

Matt Ballesty - December 18, 2020

LATEST NEWS

Macau

Melco’s Macau operations “stable” but no expectations for increases amongst strong competition

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 13, 2026

Melco says that its operations in Macau are “stable”, with no upside or downside expectations and no increased spend to improve its market share, despite increasing competition.

Philippines

Melco shelves plans to divest interest in City of Dreams Manila

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 13, 2026

Melco has decided to shelve plans to sell off its interest in City of Dreams Manila, after concluding its “evaluation of strategic alternatives”.

Macau

Wynn Palace Chairman’s Club open for CNY, boosting VIP offerings

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 13, 2026

Wynn Resorts’ CEO is “very excited about the opening of the new Chairman’s Club floor at Wynn Palace”. The group announced that it had received approval for the opening “today” on its earnings call on Thursday.

UAE

Wynn Al Marjan key component of portfolio diversification: CEO

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 13, 2026

The upcoming opening of Wynn Al Marjan Island is a strong component of Wynn Resorts’ portfolio diversification, aiming to focus on wealth concentration in global hubs: the US, China and “portions of the Middle East”.

Elsewhere

Curacao Gaming Authority warns public of unlicensed TrumpBet website

Frank Schuengel - February 13, 2026

The Curacao Gaming Authority has issued a public warning against an online gambling website operating under the domain trumpbet.cc, stating that the operator is neither authorized nor licensed in the jurisdiction and is falsely claiming regulatory approval.

Macau

Melco’s 2025 profit jumps nearly fourfold on Macau gaming recovery

Viviana Chan - February 13, 2026

Melco posts near fourfold profit growth in 2025 on rising Macau volumes, improved margins, and solid fourth-quarter results.

Macau

Galaxy’s Francis Lui ranks 9th on 2026 Hong Kong rich list

Viviana Chan - February 12, 2026

Galaxy chairman Francis Lui secures ninth place on Fobes' 2026 Hong Kong rich list, led by casino-linked wealth growth.

Australia

BetMakers confirms informal takeover talks with Tabcorp, addresses share price surge

Nelson Moura - February 12, 2026

BetMakers has confirmed that it engaged in preliminary talks with Tabcorp over a possible takeover.

Macau

Macau forecasts up to 6.2M cross-border trips over 9-day CNY break

Viviana Chan - February 12, 2026

Macau forecasts up to 6.2M border crossings over the CNY holiday, with February 19th peak traffic and enhanced measures to manage travel surges.

Cambodia

Cambodia drafts new law to combat telecom and online scams

Viviana Chan - February 12, 2026

Cambodia is fast-tracking a new draft law to enhance inter-agency coordination and clarify penalties for telecom fraud and cross-border crimes.

Elsewhere

Hong Kong Jockey Club CEO warns of rampant illegal betting: report

Nelson Moura - February 12, 2026

The CEO of the Hong Kong Jockey Club warns that "illegal wagering is rampant", and the industry needs change to avoid decline.

United States

Crane NXT posts solid 2025 results, lifts dividends

Nelson Moura - February 12, 2026

Crane NXT reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year results for 2025 and said it will raise its annual dividend by 6 percent.

Australia

Tabcorp fined by ACMA for taking in-play tennis bets

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 12, 2026

Australian authorities have fined Tabcorp Holdings Limited for taking online in-play sports bets.

Australia

Novomatic’s takeover bid for Ainsworth fails

Viviana Chan - February 11, 2026

Novomatic's takeover bid for Ainsworth fails as it falls short of requirements and lapses after missing the deadline.

Philippines

PAGCOR tightens regulations on online gambling

Nelson Moura - February 11, 2026

PAGCOR will be enforcing stricter regulations regarding online gambling, particularly KYC protocols, advertising restrictions, and promoting responsible gaming measures.

Thailand