Casino
September 11, 2025
Thailand’s New Prime Minister Appears Gung-ho on Casino Resorts
Anutin Charnvirakul, the newly-appointed Prime Minister of Thailand, has not wasted time mincing his words about how he feels about the introduction of more gambling to the country. Should legislators be looking to pass and introduce casino resorts, for example, as Anutin said, they would be best advised to wait for another prime minister. This […]
Casino
September 10, 2025
Macau Casinos Brace for Record Golden Week
Macau is heading into what analysts expect will be one of its strongest Golden Week holiday periods after the COVID pandemic. Analysts are expecting daily gambling revenue to average MOP 1.05 billion $131 million) throughout the eight-day holiday period. Experts also note that Macau’s diversification efforts appear to be paying off, as the region is […]
Industry
September 10, 2025
Hong Kong Jockey Club Adds Veteran Executive Terecina Kwong as EDMCE
The Hong Kong Jockey Club has enhanced its team with the addition of the experienced Terecina Kwong as executive director of membership and customer excellence (EDMCE). The appointment was confirmed yesterday and will take effect from September 17, 2025. Kwong Brings a Wealth of Experience to the Club According to the Jockey Club’s official announcement, […]
Casino
September 10, 2025
Pakistani YouTuber Ducky Bhai Arrested for Allegedly Promoting Fraudulent Gambling Ads, Platforms
The prominent YouTuber, whose real name is Saad Ur Rehman, more widely known by his online persona “Ducky Bhai,” has had a case brought up against him by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). A False Idol Falls Multiple charges have been brought against him. Some of the crimes he is being accused of […]
Legal
September 10, 2025
India’s Supreme Court Assumes Responsibility for All Gaming Ban Challenges
The Supreme Court of India has consolidated all petitions challenging the country’s recent ban on real-money online gaming under its direct jurisdiction. This comes in the wake of sweeping changes that shook the Indian gaming sector to its core. India Banned Real-Money Games In August, Indian lawmakers introduced and subsequently passed the Promotion and Regulation […]
Industry
September 8, 2025
PAGCOR Voids PHP 200M in Casino Winnings Claimed by Gov Officials
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has nullified over PHP 200 million (about $3.52 million) in casino winnings claimed by government officials and employees between January and July this year. The action could be seen as another step in the regulator’s attempts to stamp out illegal gambling. PAGCOR Voids Illegal Winnings from Gambling PAGCOR […]
Industry
September 5, 2025
India Hikes GST on Real Money Gaming and Betting to 40%
India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has given the green light to a big jump in taxes on activities like online real money gaming, casinos, lotteries, race clubs, and betting. The rate will climb from 28% to 40% starting September 22. This change is the second major update in less than two years. Gambling […]
Legal
September 4, 2025
Malaysian Police Bust Illegal Online Gambling Ring, Arrest 34
Selangor police busted an illegal online gambling ring in Malaysia, and have apprehended 34 individuals linked to the illicit activities operating out of a terraced house in Sungai Buloh. Illegal Gambling Ring Busted in Malaysia According to The Malay Mail, the suspects comprise 29 men and five women, aged between 19 and 33. Notably, almost […]
Casino
September 4, 2025
PAGCOR Vows to Eradicate Illegal Gambling, as Contributions from Legal Market Increase
PAGCOR chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco has said that the regulator will now seek further action to limit the reach of the offshore and illegal gambling market in the Philippines. This comes amid the latest results from the watchdog, which said that licensed sites have contributed about $1.20 billion in license fees through July 2025. […]
Sports
September 4, 2025
UFC Fight Nights Heads to Galaxy Arena for 2026-2029 Series
Galaxy Entertainment Group has confirmed that it will be hosting UFC Fight Nights at Macau’s Galaxy Arena from 2026 through 2029, part of a new multi-year partnership with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. UFC Secures Another Business Masterstroke in Macau This is an important step forward for both companies, as they seek to expand their entertainment […]
