Singapore

Genting Singapore Breaks Ground on US$5 Billion Resorts World Sentosa Waterfront Expansion

Vanja Mitic
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On a landmark Friday, November 15th, the grounds of Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) became the focal point of a major advancement in Singapore’s hospitality and entertainment sector. The initiation of a SG$6.8 bill...

High-Stakes Drama: Singaporean High-Roller Ordered to Repay Millions to Australian Casino

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In a tale weaving through the grandeur of international casinos, Dr. Wong Yew Choy, a Singaporean high-roller, has found himself in a legal entanglement demanding the repayment of a colossal sum of A$38.7 milli...

Singapore Charges Bankers in Major Money-Laundering Case

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Singapore's legal system took a decisive step by formally charging two former bank relationship managers, marking a significant development in the country's largest-ever money-laundering scandal. This action re...

Singapore Warns of Medium-High Risk for Environmental Crime Money Laundering in Casino Industry

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A newly released report from multiple Singapore agencies has drawn attention to the casino industry as one of the sectors at medium-high risk for potential exploitation in environmental crime money laundering. ...

Genting Singapore’s Q1 2024: Revenue Soars 62%, Expansion Plans on Track

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Genting Singapore, a prominent player in the integrated resort industry, has unveiled its stellar performance for the first quarter of 2024. Boasting revenue of SG$784.4 million ($580 million) and adjusted EBIT...

Malaysia Explores Possibility of Issuing 2nd Casino License for Forest City Project; Possible Negative Effects for Marina Bay Sands and Genting Group

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Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, has reportedly met up with 2 of Malaysian's top business leaders, including Lim Kok Thay, CEO of Genting Malaysia Bhd, to talk about the chance of issuing a 2nd ca...

Singapore Excludes Criminal Legal Aid Recipients from Setting Foot in Casinos

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Accused persons currently getting criminal legal assistance aren't permitted to set foot in Singapore’s jackpot rooms or casinos, nor to gain access to their Singapore Pools wagering accounts as long as they ha...