Casino
March 3, 2026
2026 Chinese New Year Boosts Macau’s Visitor Numbers
Macau saw robust tourist arrivals during the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday, driven by promotional campaigns, celebratory events, and a rise in gaming activity. Initial data indicate that approximately 1.554 million visitors came to the city from February 15 to 23 for the Spring Festival Golden Week. Macau Sees Substantial Increase in Visitors in February […]
Industry
February 27, 2026
Singapore to Regulate Blind Box Card Sales
Trading card packs currently sold in Singapore are set to come under new rules, as the government is moving to address gambling-related risks linked to so-called blind boxes. A spokesman for the Ministry of Home Affairs confirmed the plans to The Straits Times on February 26, saying regulations are now being drafted. More details will […]
Industry
February 27, 2026
Mobile Betting Boom in the Philippines Triggers Calls for Public Awareness
Online gambling in the Philippines has expanded at a striking pace, causing renewed concern among policymakers, analysts, and media observers about its social and economic consequences. What once required a trip to a casino or betting shop is now accessible within seconds through mobile apps, turning wagering into an everyday digital activity. Pandemic-Era Shift Fuels […]
Casino
February 23, 2026
Macau Allows Three Concessionaires to Offer Currency Exchange Services
Macau has allowed three of its concessionaires to offer currency exchange services per a new order. This decision means that visitors will now experience less hassle and more gaming. More Than a Dozen Casinos Will Be Allowed to Exchange Currencies On Monday, the government of the special administrative region of Macau confirmed that it has […]
Prediction Markets
February 19, 2026
Polymarket Still Cares about Chinese Customer Base
China is among the countries to have turfed out Polymarket, deeming the company to be offering a product that is too closely aligned with traditional gambling. Polymarket Not Backing Down from China Now, though, Polymarket’s Justin Wang has confirmed that the company is still taking care of registered Chinese customers and maintaining services for the […]
Casino
February 18, 2026
Interpol Seeks Philippine Gambling Magnate Charlie Ang
Philippine authorities are stepping up the search for a high-profile businessman, Charlie “Atong” Ang, who is now the subject of an Interpol Red Notice. International Alert The 68-year-old gambling magnate is the primary suspect in the disappearance of at least 34 people between 2021 and 2022, all of whom were allegedly involved in cockfighting, known […]
Industry
February 16, 2026
Malaysia Readies New Legislation to Crack Down on Illegal Gaming
Malaysia authorities have had enough of illegal gambling and are preparing new legislative measures to crack down on the activity. While nothing is set in stone yet, officials hope to address the issue and shield the local youth from harm. Malaysian Lawmakers Consider New Legislation to Stop Illicit Gaming Malaysia officials are mulling over a […]
Casino
February 16, 2026
Chinese Embassy Warns Nationals Against Gambling Overseas After Tragic Death in Singapore
The Chinese Embassy in Singapore has issued a warning to citizens to refrain from gambling overseas, as the tragic death of a Chinese national was reported following a gambling session at the Marina Bay Sands Casino recently. Embassy Withholds Details about Gambler’s Death, Advises Against Gambling Addressing the situation on the official WeChat account, the […]
Casino
February 12, 2026
Cambodia Busts 200 Scam Centers Involved in Gambling, and More
Cambodia has shuttered nearly 200 scam centers in recent weeks, based on reporting by Reuters. This is part of an ongoing effort to stamp out criminal activity involving thousands of foreign nationals who work at call centers and other venues to scam overseas victims. The crackdown follows intensified international pressure, including a US indictment and […]
Sports
February 11, 2026
Vietnam Busts Multi-Million Soccer Betting Ring
Police around the world have some success to show for their efforts in cracking down on illegal betting organizations that accept wagers on soccer. The latest operation took place in Vietnam, where the country’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) cracked down on a $34.6-million soccer betting ring. Authorities were able to apprehend 19 people in total, […]
