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 […]
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 […]
Casino
February 11, 2026
Macau Police Shut Down $5M Illegal Casino Money Exchange
Macau authorities have dismantled an illegal money exchange operation that was running out of a jewelry store inside a Cotai casino. A local female employee linked to the scheme has been arrested. Over $5M in Unregulated Exchanges The Macau Daily reported that the unnamed sales assistant allegedly facilitated nearly HK$40 million, or about $5.1 million, […]
Industry
January 22, 2026
Macau’s Casino Industry Shifts to a More Mature Era of Growth
Macau’s gambling sector is facing a new reality. After years defined by explosive growth, abrupt collapse during the pandemic, and gradual recovery once borders reopened, the region’s industry may be entering a more mature phase. Operators must now adapt to slower revenue growth, tighter regulation, and a shifting customer base. Macau Now Relies on High-Spending […]
Industry
January 2, 2026
Macau Closes the Curtain on Satellite Casinos
Macau has quietly ended one of the most distinctive chapters in its gaming history with the shutdown of the Landmark Casino at midnight on January 1, marking the conclusion of the region’s long-running experiment with satellite casinos. With this decades-old operating model now over, Macau continues its efforts to adapt to shifting industry trends and […]
Casino
January 2, 2026
Macau Casinos Beat Expectations in 2025 as Gambling Profits Rise
Macau’s gambling industry ended 2025 on a high note, raking in MOP 247.4 billion ($30.9 billion) in total gambling profits for the year. This figure shows a 9.1% jump from 2024, highlighting the region’s ongoing bounce back from the slump caused by the pandemic. Macau Casinos Outperform Budget Targets as 2025 GGR Tops Expectations Based […]
Casino
December 18, 2025
Macau Regulator Boss Says Responsible Gambling Is a Duty of Operators
Ng Wai Han, the director of Macau’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ), said that responsible gambling is essential for fostering the lawful, healthy, and orderly growth of Macau’s gaming industry and is a legal requirement for casino operators. Ng Speaks at an Official Responsible Gambling Promotion Ceremony Ng made these comments at the “Responsible […]
Industry
December 9, 2025
Macau’s Gambling Scene Continues to Recover Faster than Initial Forecasts
In its latest report, UBS Group AG, one of the largest and most prominent banks in the world, says Macau’s casino revenue recovery is set to surpass earlier expectations, with several investment banks revising their forecasts upward for the sector. Experts Predict Macau’s Gaming Revenue Will Further Increase UBS now anticipates Macau’s full-year casino gross […]
Industry
December 9, 2025
MGM x CityU Responsible Gaming Promotional Project Empowers Macau Students Once Again
MGM China just held its second Responsible Gaming Promotional Project in Macau, reiterating its commitment to promoting gambling safely and teaching players to enjoy it responsibly. The new edition of the annual event saw it focus on talent development, creativity, and innovative communication. MGM and CityU Partnered Once Again According to the announcement, MGM once […]
Legal
November 28, 2025
Macau Police Arrest Scammers Who Scammed Scammers
The Macau Judiciary Police have arrested a group of people who extorted casino scammers for money. The group is said to have procured at least HKD 800K ($102,779). The Extortion Gang Threatened Scammers As reported by Macau Daily, the police have arrested a gang of over a dozen people who extorted casino scammers for money. […]
