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Asian Online Casinos Exploiting Workers: UN Raises Concerns
Illicit online casinos operating in various Asian countries are facing accusations of exploiting vulnerable workers who seek better...
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Douyu Crisis Unveiled: CEO's Arrest, Regulatory Challenges, and Market Impact Unraveled
In a stunning turn of events, Douyu International Holdings, a prominent video game live-streaming platform backed by Tencent Holdings,...
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Moody's Upgrades Melco Resorts Credit Outlook After Strong Q3
Moody's Investors Service has upgraded the credit rating outlook for Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ: MLCO) from "negative" to...
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Illegal Betting Threatens Asia: A Menace to Sports and Finances
Illegal betting in Asia is flourishing, with China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand standing out as the largest...
Nov 20, 20232 min read


Australia Moves Towards Blanket Ban on Credit Card Use for Online Gambling
The Australian House of Representatives has approved the Interactive Gambling Amendment (Credit and Other Measures) Bill 2023, which...
Nov 17, 20232 min read


Southeast Asia's Gaming Rise: Challenging Macau's Dominance
In the ever-evolving landscape of the Asian casino industry, the spotlight is now firmly on Southeast Asia. The ASEAN bloc, consisting of...
Nov 16, 20235 min read


Amazon Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Role in Illegal Online Gambling Operation
In a recent legal development, Amazon is under fire in a consumer class action lawsuit that asserts the tech giant's involvement in an...
Nov 15, 20232 min read


Macau Casinos Decline Appeal in Suncity Case, Facing Setback in Bid for Damages
Macau's casinos have decided not to appeal a recent court ruling that stated the five gaming companies operating within the Chinese...
Nov 14, 20232 min read


Kenya Proposes Comprehensive Gambling Control Bill 2023
The Gambling Control Bill 2023, currently awaiting parliamentary approval in Kenya, is poised to usher in a new era for the country's...
Nov 14, 20233 min read


PointsBet Canada has been fined CA$150,000 by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO)
PointsBet Canada has been fined CA$150,000 by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for multiple breaches of responsible...
Nov 13, 20231 min read


International Tennis Integrity Agency Bans Three Players for Match-Fixing Violations
The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) has announced the banning of three players, Timur Khabibulin, Sanjar Fayziev, and Igor...
Nov 10, 20232 min read


Brazil Advances Comprehensive Sports Betting Legislation: Key Provisions and Amendments Explained
The Sports Commission (CEsp) has given its approval to a bill regulating sports betting, colloquially known as bets. The legislation...
Nov 9, 20233 min read


Australian Broadcaster Seven Fined for Repeated Breach of Online Gambling Advertising Rules
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued a warning and imposed a fine on broadcaster Seven for violating...
Nov 8, 20231 min read


Finland's Veikkaus to Mandate ID Verification for All Scratch Card Games
Finland's state-owned gambling operator, Veikkaus, has announced a new policy set to take effect from January 1st, 2024, which will...
Nov 8, 20232 min read


Dubai Delays Casino Approval, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah Emerge as Contenders
Dubai has reportedly postponed its plans to approve casino resorts, temporarily impacting MGM Resorts International's ambitions in the...
Nov 7, 20232 min read


Gambling Regulations in the Middle East and Africa: A Comprehensive Overview
In the world of gambling, online gaming, and sports betting, regulations play a crucial role in ensuring fairness, transparency, and the...
Nov 6, 20233 min read


Curaçao's Gambling Revolution: GCB Portal Opens for Licensing and Regulation
In a significant development for Curaçao's gambling industry, the Gaming Control Board (GCB) portal officially opened its doors on 1st...
Nov 3, 20232 min read


Taiwan Arrests Suspect in $320 Million Cryptocurrency Money Laundering Scheme
Taiwanese authorities have apprehended an individual, known as "Qui," suspected of orchestrating a substantial money laundering scheme in...
Nov 3, 20232 min read


China's Macau Money Laundering Crackdown Fuels Illicit Funds Flow into Southeast Asia
In recent years, China's intensified crackdown on cross-border money transfers related to the Macau gambling industry has had unintended...
Nov 1, 20232 min read


Philippines Launches Regulatory Review to Address Money Laundering Concerns
The Presidential Office in the Philippines has issued a Memorandum Circular, instructing key government agencies, including the country's...
Oct 31, 20232 min read
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