China's Consul General in Cebu says the region's attractiveness to Chinese tourists is significantly increased by the Philippines' new visa-free entry policy for its citizens.

Singapore

LVS estimate revisions edge higher at Deutsche Bank, driven by Marina Bay Sands

Viviana Chan - January 29, 2026

Strong Marina Bay Sands results prompt Deutsche Bank to lift LVS estimates, outweighing Macau margin pressure and consensus misses.

Macau

Macau’s fiscal reserves hit $82.9 billion as of end-November

Nelson Moura - January 29, 2026

Macau's fiscal reserves saw a notable increase of 7.6 percent in the first 11 months of last year, climbing to $82.9 billion by the end of November.

China

China executes 11 members of northern Myanmar telecom fraud gangs

Viviana Chan - January 29, 2026

China executed 11 criminals tied to northern Myanmar telecom fraud gangs, marking the first executions of major scam bosses repatriated from the region.

China

Sands management outlines 2026 focus on EBITDA growth

Nelson Moura - January 29, 2026

Las Vegas Sands' management said the group expects improved operating performance in 2026, driven by further optimization in Macau, continued strength at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, and disciplined capital allocation.

Cambodia

Hun Sen: Cambodia will not tolerate telecom fraud or criminal safe havens

Viviana Chan - January 29, 2026

Cambodia’s Senate President Hun Sen vows zero tolerance on telecom fraud, warning scam networks the country will not serve as a safe haven for cross-border crime.

UAE

RAK Airport plans VVIP terminal for Wynn Al Marjan Island ahead of 2027 opening

Viviana Chan - January 28, 2026

RAK Airport is planning a dedicated VVIP terminal to cater to premium travelers visiting Wynn Al Marjan Island as the casino resort prepares to open in 2027.

Macau

Macau gaming sector salary growth moderates as economic expansion stabilizes: Expert

Viviana Chan - January 28, 2026

Macau gaming operators temper salary growth while maintaining bonuses, as economic expansion settles into a more normalized pattern.

Macau

Macau gaming rebound fuels economic recovery, outlook positive for 2026: monetary authority

Nelson Moura - January 28, 2026

Macau’s economy is projected to maintain its recovery in 2026, supported by steady tourism demand and growing non-gaming investment, says monetary authority.

Russia

Russian gov’t mulling legalizing online casinos to generate tax revenue for war effort: Media

Nelson Moura - January 28, 2026

Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has proposed the legalization of online casinos as the government seeks new sources of revenue to address a growing federal budget deficit.

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LVS sees exemplary 4Q25, with MBS seeing “the greatest quarter in the history of casino hotels”

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Las Vegas Sands saw exemplary results out of Marina Bay Sands during the fourth quarter, delivering adjusted property EBITDA of $806 million, which LVS Chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein called “simply the greatest quarter in the history of casino hotels”.