Asian Casino News

While Macau has been the world's biggest gambling revenue generator for a decade, there is no such thing as status quo or a new normal there. Multi-billion dollar resorts are opening with as few as 100 gaming tables and the licenses of all six concessionaires are set to expire between 2020 and 2022 with no clear guidance from the government as to what will happen next. World Casino News covers Macau with nearly 700 articles on the mecca to date.

Follow this section to learn of breaking developments in Japan, as the final regulations will determine whether the island country will become the next Macau or simply another nation with gambling. Follow along as the titans battle it out for a position in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Vietnam has finally decided to let their citizens play at home and huge integrated resorts are being built there. Singapore and Malaysia are home to massive casino complexes and countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, and the Asian areas of Russia generate casino news on a regular basis. Follow it all on World Casino News.

Hong Kong to Consider Legalization of Basketball Betting to Address Fiscal Deficit

In an effort to mitigate its nearly HK$100 billion (US$12.9 billion) fiscal deficit, Hong Kong's finance chief is reportedly considering the legalization of basketball betting, a move anticipated to significant...

Philippines Exits FATF’s ‘Grey List’, Enhancing Global Financial Standing

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has officially announced the removal of the Philippines from its 'grey list'—a roster of countries under increased scrutiny due to deficiencies in their financial systems....

Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments Gets Nod for First Casino in Timor-Leste

Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments (APSI), a Catalist-listed company, has entered into two significant agreements with the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste government to kickstart substantial economic venture...

Major Renovation Set for New Coast Hotel Manila to Boost Casino and Hotel Operations

In a significant move to enhance its casino and hotel services, International Entertainment Corp has announced a comprehensive PHP1.47 billion (US$25.5 million) renovation plan for its New Coast Hotel Manila, P...

MGM Resorts Prepares for Ground Breaking Ceremony on Japan’s First Casino in Osaka

MGM Resorts International and its partners have officially begun work on Japan’s first casino-integrated resort in Osaka. The groundbreaking ceremony for the ambitious project will take place on April 24, marki...

Las Vegas Sands Delays Marina Bay Sands Expansion, Now Targeting 2031 Completion

Las Vegas Sands Corp has announced a shift in the timeline for the expansion of its Marina Bay Sands complex in Singapore, projecting a new completion date in January 2031. This adjustment comes despite previou...

DigiPlus Interactive Seeks Local Partner for Online Gaming Expansion in Brazil

DigiPlus Interactive Corp., a Philippine-based gaming company, is actively seeking a local strategic partner to help launch its online gaming operations in Brazil. The company was granted a license to operate s...