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.
The Philippine gaming industry, inclusive of its diverse non-casino operations, has reached unprecedented heights with gross gaming revenue (GGR) soaring to PHP94.61 billion (US$1.61 billion) in the third quart...
The Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) Government has unveiled a promising budget forecast for the year 2025, projecting a significant increase in gross gaming revenues (GGR). The budget, the final one t...
Thailand is on the cusp of a significant transformation in the global gaming landscape, according to a detailed analysis by Citigroup in their latest "Super Sector" report. Analysts George Choi and Preenapa Det...
Goa is on the brink of a major transformation in its lottery industry, as it gears up to launch the first government-sanctioned online lottery in India. This move positions Goa as a pioneer among Indian states ...
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) announced the peaceful passing of its founder and Chairman, Dr. Lui Che Woo, on November 7, 2024, at the age of 95. Dr. Lui's death marks the end of an era for the company he be...
SJM Holdings Ltd has showcased a significant turnaround, reporting a profit of HKD101 million (US$13.0 million) for the third quarter ended September 30, contrasting sharply with a loss of HKD410 million during...
In a landmark deal for the company, Gaming Innovation Group Software Plc (GiG) has announced its expansion into the Asian iGaming market through a significant partnership with Bloomberry Resorts Corporation and...
In a significant regulatory move, Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued Executive Order (EO) No. 74, enacting an immediate prohibition on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) and rel...
Galaxy Entertainment Group Ltd., a major player in Macau’s casino industry, recently unveiled its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, showing a robust increase in net revenues despite some operatio...
In a notable third-quarter financial update, Melco Resorts announced a robust increase in their operating revenues, reaching $1.18 billion, a 16% rise from the previous year's $1.02 billion during the same peri...
Macau’s Ponte 16 resort has secured government approval to expand its facilities with a significant addition: a floating casino named the "Macau Palace." This landmark project will form part of a broader revita...
The World Poker Tour (WPT) has officially partnered with PokerBaazi, marking a significant development in the Indian online poker landscape. This collaboration is set to provide Indian poker players unprecedent...
Wynn Resorts has posted improved financial results for the third quarter, largely attributed to significant revenue growth in its Macau operations. The Las Vegas-based gaming company reported a reduced net loss...
In a recent enforcement surge, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) conducted a targeted operation in Muntinlupa City, Philippines, leading to the arrest of eight foreign nationals who now face deportation due to the...
Bally’s Corporation recently finalized the sale of its interactive business operations in Asia and other select international markets—a strategic move intended to sharpen the company's focus on its North Americ...