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Thailand Considers 30-Year Casino Permits to Boost Tourism
Thailand may grant 30-year permits to casino operators if the country formally approves casino resorts. This detail was included in...
Aug 7, 20242 min read


Offshore Gaming Ban Could Help Philippines Exit Money Laundering Grey List
The Philippines could potentially remove itself from the “grey list” of jurisdictions at risk for money laundering through a new ban on...
Aug 7, 20243 min read


Ugandan Diplomats Under Investigation for Operating Illegal Casino in Dubai Consulate
Uganda’s foreign spy agency is investigating how diplomats representing the East African country in the United Arab Emirates managed to...
Aug 6, 20242 min read


Australian Financial Watchdog Intensifies Oversight on Money Laundering in Pubs and Clubs
Authorities in Australia are intensifying efforts to identify operators cutting corners, extending their scrutiny to the pubs and clubs...
Aug 5, 20243 min read


Public Urged to Report Foreign POGO Workers for Deportation
Authorities in the Philippines are calling on the public to provide information on POGO firms that have gone "underground" following the...
Aug 2, 20242 min read


Goa to Target Unauthorized Ads Promoting Sri Lankan Online Casinos
The government of Goa has committed to taking action against unauthorized advertisements for Sri Lankan casinos promoting online gaming...
Aug 1, 20242 min read


Dutch Regulator Reprimands Holland Casinos for Inadequate AML Controls
Holland Casinos, the state-owned gambling chain in the Netherlands, has been reprimanded by the Dutch gaming regulator,...
Aug 1, 20241 min read


Thailand Set to Rival Macau with Casino Legalization, Promises a $15.1 Billion Market: CLSA
Thailand is on the brink of transforming its gaming landscape with the potential legalization of casinos, a move that could open a...
Jul 31, 20243 min read


Chinese Cybercrime Syndicate Linked to European Sports Sponsorships Continues Operations
A comprehensive report from cybersecurity firm Infoblox has unveiled the operations of an extensive Chinese cybercrime network, which...
Jul 30, 20245 min read


Vietnam’s Integrated Resort Ambitions Face Significant Hurdles
Vietnam’s ambitious plans to develop a thriving integrated resort (IR) sector have hit several obstacles, with the Phu Quoc pilot project...
Jul 29, 20244 min read


Malaysian Gambling Outlets Overturn Kedah State Ban in High Court Ruling
Several gambling outlets in the Malaysian state of Kedah have successfully overturned the local government’s ban on their operations. On...
Jul 26, 20241 min read


China's Supreme Court Enforces Strict Penalties for Cross-Border Gambling Crimes
China’s Supreme Court has mandated courts nationwide to continue imposing severe penalties on individuals involved in cross-border...
Jul 25, 20241 min read


POGO Ban Expected to Hit Philippine Economy, Impacting Employment and Businesses
The recently announced ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) is anticipated to negatively impact sales, earnings, and stock...
Jul 24, 20243 min read


Philippine President Marcos Jr. Announces Ban on Offshore Gaming Operators
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), set to begin at the end of...
Jul 23, 20241 min read


Philippine Police Boost Security Amid POGO Probe as Senate Asserts Independence
In the midst of POGO probe threats, police in the Philippines have ramped up security while the Senate reinforces its legislative...
Jul 22, 20242 min read


The Flourishing iGaming Market in the Philippines: Opportunities and Trends
The Philippines is widely acknowledged as the most open gaming market in Asia, with its supportive stance towards iGaming fostering a...
Jul 19, 20243 min read


Cyprus Launches "Professional Skills Academy" to Advance Gaming Sector and Player Protection
With a vision to establish Cyprus as a fair and safe hub for development and innovation in the gaming sector, prioritizing player...
Jul 18, 20242 min read


Rising Popularity of Casino Bonuses in Europe and Their Impact on Players
The popularity of playing at online casinos has surged dramatically over the past decade. Concurrently, the competition among online...
Jul 17, 20243 min read


Brazilian Betting Operators Must Comply with New AML Rules Before 2025 Licensing Regime
Operators seeking a Brazilian betting license have been informed that they must comply with new anti-money laundering (AML) regulations...
Jul 16, 20242 min read


DOCV Criticizes Underestimation of Germany's Black Market and Urges Accelerated Review of Gambling Treaty
Germany’s black market is significantly larger than the country's regulator claims, argues the Deutscher Online Casinoverband (DOCV), as...
Jul 15, 20243 min read
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