Macau casino operator SJM Resorts has stepped up efforts to attract Southeast Asian tourists, after taking part in the 'Experience Macao Mega Sale' events in Indonesia and Malaysia.

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Philippine gaming regulator, privacy commission team up to boost data protection

Nelson Moura - October 21, 2025

PAGCOR and the PH National Privacy Commission aim to strengthen regulatory compliance through a new agreement, focused on data protection.

South Korea

Korea looks to Japan for lessons as integrated resort sector falls behind

Frank Schuengel - October 21, 2025

Korea’s integrated resort industry is facing a crucial crossroads as policymakers and experts call for bold reforms to restore the country’s competitiveness against regional rivals like Japan and Singapore.

Macau

Macau and Singapore keep Asian gaming momentum alive as Las Vegas slows

Frank Schuengel - October 21, 2025

While Las Vegas continues to struggle, Asia’s gaming markets - particularly Macau and Singapore - are proving that the post-pandemic growth story in the region is far from over.

Singapore

Chen Si transitions to Resorts World Sentosa as COO

Kelsey Wilhelm - October 21, 2025

Resorts World Sentosa has announced that Chen Si has been appointed the new COO of RWS, set to join the company on December 1st of this year.

Philippines

Philippines welcomes relaunch of e-Visas with China, aiming to boost tourism

Kelsey Wilhelm - October 20, 2025

The Philippines eagerly welcomes the launch of electronic visas at their embassy in Beijing for Chinese nationals starting in November.

UAE

UAE Lottery confirms first winner of $27M grand prize in ‘historic milestone’

Kelsey Wilhelm - October 20, 2025

The UAE Lottery has confirmed its first ever $27.23 million grand prize winner, marking a ‘historic milestone’ for the nation.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s gambling regulatory to be operational by June 2026

Nelson Moura - October 19, 2025

Sri Lanka's new Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) is set to be established and operational by June 30th, 2026, as announced by the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF).

Cambodia

Bangkok, Hanoi, Seoul battle to curb cybercrime-linked human trafficking

Nelson Moura - October 19, 2025

Phnom Penh has witnessed a significant rise in human trafficking linked to cybercrime, prompting Asian governments to enhance cooperation against transnational scam networks.

India