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Philippines’ minimum guaranteed fee framed as market correction, not revenue tool: lawyer

The Philippines’ minimum guaranteed fee is positioned as a tool to eliminate dormant gaming licensees and strengthen regulatory credibility.

Macau airport traffic tops 7.5 million in 2025 despite annual dip

Passenger traffic at Macau International Airport (MIA) reached more than 7.52 million in 2025, with flight movements exceeding 58,000, the operator said Monday, noting a surge in international routes despite a slight annual decline.

Estoril-Sol, Portugal’s casino leader, abandons concession for Póvoa de Varzim

The Estoril-Sol group, Portugal's dominant land-based casino operator, has lost its concession for the casino in Póvoa de Varzim after it declined to bid...

Sri Lanka’s casino entrance levy increased

Sri Lanka’s Inland Revenue Department has announced significant tax changes for casino operators and betting and gaming establishments, set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Macau gaming revenue to rise 5–6% in 2026: JP Morgan

JP Morgan expects Macau GGR to grow 5–6% in 2026, led by mass and slots, with profit growth slightly outpacing revenue as margins stabilise.

South Korea’s Jeju Dream Tower casino sales jump 61.8% year-on-year in 2025

Full-year casino sales at Jeju Dream Tower reached $367 million in 2025, marking a 61.8% increase from the previous year.

Macau visitor arrivals hit record 40.06 million in 2025

Macau welcomed 40.06 million visitor arrivals in 2025, setting a new historical record and surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to preliminary data released on Saturday...

Wynn Macau sets $150M annual cap for IP license fees in 2026

Wynn Macau Ltd said it has set an annual cap of about $150 million for intellectual property license fees payable to a unit of its parent company Wynn Resorts in 2026, under continuing connected transactions.

Late-night congestion follows New Year fireworks on Macau’s Cotai Strip

Macau experienced widespread late-night transport congestion following New Year’s Eve fireworks celebrations, as large crowds departing event areas after midnight overwhelmed public transport systems and pedestrian routes across the city, particularly in Cotai.

Ainsworth heir battles Novomatic’s bid for family gaming firm: Report

There is a brewing corporate battle in Australia’s gaming industry, with Kjerulf Ainsworth, son of slot machine pioneer Len Ainsworth, fighting to block a takeover bid by Austrian gaming giant Novomatic.

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