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Gambling Addiction ・ 10 November 2023

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Should trespassers be paid jackpots? Gaming board seeks answers

Nevada regulators are working to address a policy question that has stood for years and was brought to light this month when a Mesquite casino was required to pay a jackpot to a player who was banned from the property. New details have emerged in a case involving gambler Rhon Wilson and the Casablanca hotel-casino, which was ordered to pay Wilson…

Law ・ 05 November 2023

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Trespassers winning big: Nevada regulators tackle growing problem

Nevada regulators are working to address a policy question that has stood for years and was brought to light this month when a Mesquite casino was required to pay a jackpot to a player who was banned from the property. New details have emerged in a case involving gambler Rhon Wilson and the Casablanca hotel-casino, which was ordered to pay Wilson…

Law ・ 29 October 2023

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New Slot Machine Casino in West London Borough Rejected

Harlesden High Street in Harlesden, Greater London - C: Alamy The planning committee for the west London borough of Brent has again thrown out a plan from Silvertime Amusements Limited that was to have seen the site of a former bookmakers transformed into a slot machine casino. This is the third time the proposal for the district's Harlesden…

Sports ・ 25 October 2023

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Brent gambling sites are ‘fuelling addiction' say locals

A North London street with six gambling venues including two casinos within the space of 600 metres is "fuelling addiction" and taking vulnerable residents' last few pounds, according to locals. Protests have already taken place to fight against plans to open another high street casino in Harlesden, Brent, over fears vulnerable people are being…

Gambling Addiction ・ 21 July 2023

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The Online Casino Games Celebrities Play

When it comes to online casino games, celebrities are not immune to their allure. Just like regular players, famous personalities also find joy and entertainment in trying their luck at virtual casinos. In this article, we delve into the world of online casino games and explore the favourite choices of some well-known celebrities, who may be…

Games ・ 18 July 2023

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Gambler's claim of illegal dice used in Atlantic City's Golden Nugget must be investigated, New York court rules

Nearly two years after New York resident Wayne Chan sued Atlantic City's Golden Nugget casino in a Newark federal court, claiming that the games were unfair, a New York court has now determined that New Jersey regulators should investigate that claim. In September 2021, Chan sued the property after he lost $469125 playing craps in 2018 and 2019.…

Incidents ・ 23 May 2023

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Mass baccarat contributed 59% of Macau-wide GGR in 1Q23

Mass market baccarat continues to dominate the Macau gaming landscape, with figures published by the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau showing it contributed MOP$20.51 billion (US$2.54 billion) in gross gaming revenues in the first three months of the year - comprising 58.9% of market-wide GGR. While this was slightly down on the 62.9%…

Baccarat ・ 05 May 2023

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05 April 2023

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Macau Police Busts Illegal Gambling Scheme and Arrests 15 People

The Macau Daily Times reported that the arrested Macau residents of ages 29 to 66 years old were allegedly part of an illegal online gambling business operated on overseas servers. At a press conference that took place on January 12, the Macau Judiciary Police announced that it had acted together with the Guangdong Province police and together the…

Incidents ・ 15 January 2023

World Casino News

Macau police apprehends 27 people from illegal online gambling organization

On Wednesday, January 11, 2023, Macau's Judiciary Police apprehended 15 locals for supposed connections to an illegal online gambling organization that has reportedly amassed $3.69 billion in bets since 2017. Foreign coordinators: This illegal organization is presumably managed through Macau from computer servers abroad. However, apart from Macau,…

Incidents ・ 14 January 2023

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Iris CC Holdings Pty Ltd acquires entire Casino Canberra site for US$42 million

Australia-based Aquis Entertainment has officially announced that it has finalized the sale of its entire subsidiary, Canberra-based Aquis Canberra Pty Ltd, better known as the Casino Canberra site, to Iris CC Holdings Pty Ltd for an irrevocable sale price of AU$63 million, which is approximately US$42.5 million. New purchase: Under the terms of…

Industry ・ 05 January 2023

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Aquis completes US$42 million sale of Casino Canberra to Iris Capital

Australia's Aquis Entertainment says it has officially completed the sale of its wholly-owned subsidiary Aquis Canberra Pty Ltd - the operating entity of Casino Canberra - to Iris CC Holdings Pty Ltd for a final sale price of AU$63 million (US$42.5 million). Under the terms of the sale, Aquis has received an AU$60.5 million (US$40.8 million)…

Industry ・ 04 January 2023

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40pct fewer Macau satellite casinos by Jan 1: govt

Macau is to have 11 so-called satellite casinos that will continue to operate under the new 10-year gaming concessions starting from January 1, 2023, compared to 18 satellite casinos that were in the market as of June-end this year, a decrease of 38.9 percent. The information was given by André Cheong Weng Chon (pictured second right), Secretary…

Travel ・ 31 December 2022

The New York Times

Casinos Target a Vulnerable Clientele: Older Asian Gamblers

MONTICELLO, N.Y. - Soon after the white coach bus pulled up on a recent Monday morning, the passengers stepped off into the frigid cold. Outside, they rushed to the nearest tree, railing, wall or grassy knoll to stash their plastic bags crammed with thermoses of rice and soup. With their lunches stowed away, they headed into the gleaming casino at…

Gambling Addiction ・ 26 December 2022

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Such beliefs are as old as the game of chance itself. Even though it hasn't been proven, superstitious beliefs have earned some people success in the real world. Those who are not interested in superstition may find it laughable. But on a day when they're betting in the best online casinos in Ontario, the minor things, like breakfast, might make a…

Gambling Sites ・ 08 December 2022

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Macau Casinos Seek $16.8m in Damages in Tak Chun Trial

Four casino operators in Macau are seeking damages totaling MOP$135m (US$16.8m) from the defendants in a major illegal VIP gambling case. Former chairman of Tak Chun Group Levo Chan is currently on trial, alongside nine other defendants. MGM China, SJM Resorts, The Venetian Macau, and the Wynn Macau are all seeking the multimillion-dollar payout in…

Incidents ・ 06 December 2022

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Hong Kong influencers face jail for gambling promotion

In Hong Kong, seven influencers were detained on suspicion of promoting foreign websites that took bets on World Cup games, local media reports. They are charged for taking pay for their positions. A conviction for encouraging gambling on social media in Hong Kong carries a maximum sentence of seven years in prison and a fine of HK5 million, while…

Incidents ・ 03 December 2022

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7 HK influencers arrested for allegedly promoting illegal online gambling

The Hong Kong police have arrested seven influencers for allegedly promoting illegal online gambling that accept bets on World Cup football matches on their social media over the past week. According to the public press conference, chief inspector Chan Ka Ying of the New Territories South regional crime unit said that the police conducted a…

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The contrasts between the panel discussions at G2E Asia and G2E Las Vegas could not have been starker thisyear. While US execs exulted in the staying power and diversity of Vegas, analysts at the Marina Bay Sandsmainly debated exactly when Macau can expect a return to pre-pandemic revenue levels.It's a debate that will rage on for some time, with…

Mobile ・ 23 November 2022

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Police Sting Uncovers $5.6billion Crypto Laundering Chinese Gambling Ring

Chinese law enforcement have arrested 93 individuals in a 100-day sting operation aimed at cryptocurrency money laundering, with illegal gambling at the heart of the criminal gang's $5.6billion operation. The authorities swooped on the 9.15 gang, led by Hong Mau, believed to be at the centre of massive fraud and illegal gambling in Hainan,…

Incidents ・ 12 November 2022

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Trust and Safety ・ 01 November 2022

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DJ Chan Fung makes police report over online gambling site misusing his voice

PETALING JAYA: DJ Chan Fung has lodged a police report after he discovered that an illegal online gambling service had edited parts from his live broadcasts into a promotional video for its gambling services without Chan's knowledge or consent. In the video, segments of Chan's voice from his live 988's City Heartbeat broadcast radio show were taken…

Gambling Sites ・ 27 September 2022

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Macau Gambling Head Denies Laundering, Illegal Gaming

Alvin Chau, a well-known gambling executive in Macau, denied charges of illegal gaming, money laundering, and running a criminal syndicate during his trial on Monday. arrested on a warrant accusing him of illegal gambling on the Chinese mainland Chau served as the chairman of Macau's Suncity junket, which helps organize activities for Chinese high…

Covid ・ 19 September 2022

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APE Brings Jumbo’s Awarded Product to the Casino Gaming Floor of a Macau Integrated Resort

Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited ("APE" or the "Company", with its subsidiaries collectively referred as the "Group"; Stock Code: 8400.HK) is thrilled to have brought its distribution partner Jumbo Technology Ltd ("Jumbo"), a Taiwan electronic gaming equipment manufacturer, with their awarded product D-27 slot cabinet with "Long Yi Fa"…

Land-based ・ 23 August 2022

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APE installs Jumbo’s ‘Long Yi Fa’ progressive link in Macau

Hong Kong-listed Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Ltd (APE) says it has arranged installation of gaming equipment from Taiwan-based casino equipment supplier Jumbo Technology Co Ltd, in one of the biggest casino resorts in Macau's Cotai district. APE unit Asia Pioneer Entertainment Ltd is a Macau-based distribution, sales and servicing business…

Winnings ・ 23 August 2022

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APE brings D-27 slot cabinet to casino floor of Macau IR

Asia Pioneer Entertainment (APE), along with its distribution partner Jumbo Technology, has brought its D-27 slot cabinet to the casino gaming floor of one of the biggest integrated resorts (IR) in Cotai, Macau. The D-27 slot cabinet, which features the progressive jackpot link "Fortune Treasure" and "Golden Horse Treasure," contains a 27-inch dual…

Trust and Safety ・ 23 August 2022

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Asia Pioneer installs Jumbo’s Long Yi Fa progressive link on Cotai casino floor

Macau-based gaming equipment distributor Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Ltd says it has recently brought Jumbo Technology's D-27 slot cabinet with the Long Yi Fa progressive jackpot link to the gaming floor of one of Cotai's largest integrated resorts. Although it has not named the IR in question, APE said the Long Yi Fa installation includes…

Winnings ・ 23 August 2022

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UFC / MMA ・ 17 August 2022

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Macau Legislative Assembly says junkets can still access player gambling accounts with consent

The Second Standing Committee of the Macau Legislative Assembly has revealed that junkets and agents can deposit funds into players' concessionaire accounts, provided they have the consent of the player in question. The Second Standing Committee of the Legislative Assembly continued to discuss the city's junket law, Legal Framework for Operating…

Law ・ 15 August 2022

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Determined departure for Macau Legend Development Limited

In Macau and local gambling and hotel operator Macau Legend Development Limited has reportedly announced that it has ceased being responsible for the casinos within the 223-room Legend Palace Hotel and smaller Babylon Casino Macau developments. According to a report from GGRAsia, the Hong Kong-listed firm had offered gaming within both of these…

Covid ・ 10 August 2022

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5 Uniquely Designed Casinos Worldwide

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Movies ・ 09 August 2022

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Casino call from Thai legislators

In Thailand and a panel of federal legislators has reportedly submitted a special petition calling on the right-wing coalition government of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha to legalize casino gambling. According to a Wednesday report from the Bloomberg news service, the lawmakers believe that such a move would allow the nation to rebuild its…

Law ・ 28 July 2022

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Movies ・ 27 July 2022

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APE white paper on metaverse for casino resort marketing

Hong Kong-listed Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Ltd (APE) has issued a "white paper" on the advantages for casino operators in using new-generation 3D digital imaging known as the "metaverse" for consumer marketing. The company has been mainly known as a distributor and technical support provider for third-party casino equipment sold into…

Travel ・ 26 July 2022

Gambling News

Sands China Embraces the End of the VIP Salons in Macau Casinos

Sands China is repurposing its VIP salons across its Macau properties The new change is a consequence of recent legislation that in practice eradicates junket rooms Sands China and Las Vegas Sands top executives welcome the new changes as they expect the redeployment of VIP rooms will bring more revenue Sands China has announced it is restructuring…

Covid ・ 21 July 2022

World Casino News

Public support for Thailand casino resort

In Thailand and a new survey has reportedly revealed that almost 81% of respondents would support the idea of legalizing gambling and allowing foreign firms to construct and operate at least one Las Vegas -style casino resort. According to a Thursday report from The Thaiger news service citing an earlier story from the Matichon daily newspaper, the…

Travel ・ 11 July 2022

Pattaya Mail

There’s a lot riding on Pattaya’s prospects for a casino

The stakes were raised this week on Pattaya's future after a parliamentary committee recommended the city as one of five nation-wide bases for legalized gambling. Committee deputy chairman Pichet Chuamuangphan said legislation would be introduced to earn revenue, collect taxes, curb illegal casinos and discourage online gambling. According to…

Religion ・ 30 June 2022

Borneo Post Online

Woman fined, Indonesian teen jailed for running online gambling activities

KUCHING (June 28): A local woman was today fined RM10000 in default five months' jail while her Indonesian acquaintance received a five-month prison sentence, for engaging in online gambling activities. Magistrate Zaiton Anuar convicted Chan Li Xian, 24, and Juan, 19, on their own guilty plea to separate charges framed under Section 4B(a) of the…

Incidents ・ 28 June 2022

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Mobile ・ 17 June 2022

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Indy Gaming: ‘Economic challenges’ keeping five Clark County casinos closed into 2023

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz Five Southern Nevada casinos that never…

Lottery ・ 08 June 2022

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Dynamic Dash” at City of Dreams Macau and Mocha Clubs

Macau-based electronic gaming machine distributor Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited (APE) says it has installed Konami's "All Aboard - Dynamic Dash" slot machine on the gaming floors of Melco Resorts & Entertainment's City of Dreams Macau and Mocha Clubs. "All Aboard - Dynamic Dash" has already proven successful in the Australia and North…

Winnings ・ 08 June 2022

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APE installs Konami’s hot game in casino gaming floor of City of Dreams and Mocha Clubs

Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited is thrilled to announce the recent installation of slot machines, Concerto Stack cabinets with the popular game "All Aboard - Dynamic Dash" produced by our partner Konami Australia Pty Ltd ("Konami"), on the gaming floor of City of Dreams and Mocha Clubs Macau. The slot game "All Aboard - Dynamic Dash"…

Land-based ・ 08 June 2022

Gambling News

Marina Bay Sands to Hold Two-Day Walk-In Recruitment Fair

The casino industry in Asia continues to recover from the impact of the pandemic-related restrictions, proves an advertisement for a two-day recruitment fair at Marina Bay Sands. The casino resort operated by Marina Bay Sands, a subsidiary of Las Vegas Sands, will hold the first walk-in recruitment fair since 2020 on May 30-31, looking to fill in…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 May 2022

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Man who got entire town’s COVID relief money believed to have lost it all at online casinos

As we learned last time, upon receiving the bank transfer, the man gradually withdrew the money that was intended for 463 homes in Abu, Yamaguchi Prefecture, in amounts of about 600000 yen ($4600) every day for roughly two weeks. When it was all gone, he finally returned the town's calls but told them, "It cannot be undone. I will not run. I will…

Covid ・ 18 May 2022

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Macau officials exploring tax cut, relaxed "satellite casinos" requirements in new gaming law draft

Macau is considering the introduction of a tax cut and revised conditions for "satellite casinos" as the city's gaming industry -the world's largest gambling hub in pre-pandemic years- continues to struggle amid the ongoing impact of Covid-19. The possibility comes as casino revenue plunged to an 18-month low in April. According to Bloomberg, the…

Finance ・ 17 May 2022

World Casino News

Macau’s draft gaming bill is taking shape

In Macau and legislators are reportedly preparing to chuck out a provision within the under-consideration draft gaming bill that would prevent anyone with more than a 5% shareholding in a local casino operator from investing with any rival firm. According to a report from GGRAsia, this possible concession was revealed by local legislator Chan Chak…

Travel ・ 17 May 2022

Gambling News

Law Will Allow Macau to Alter Casino GGR Requirements

Macau's gaming laws have been the main topic of discussion in the recent period and now, it has been revealed that the government of this special administrative region will have the power to alter the minimum required GGR that concessionaires need to reach based on economic conditions. Apart from the changes in the GGR, Macau is also…

Covid ・ 17 May 2022

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ARF finds 61% of online gambling sites illegal, with junkets fuelling growth

Global online gambling is booming, although a major new analysis has found that about 61 percent of online betting sites are effectively operating illegally, especially in Asia, where junkets are playing an increasing role. The 94-page report from the Asian Racing Federation examines a wide-ranging series of themes related to online gambling and…

Gambling Sites ・ 16 May 2022

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China says 42,000 cross-border gambling cases detected in past three years

China's Ministry of Public Security (MPS) says it has made every effort to crack down on illegal cross-border gambling over the past three years, detecting 42000 cases of cross-border gambling between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2022. Together with other economic crimes, a total of RMB190.5 billion (US$28.3 billion) in economic losses were…

Travel ・ 10 May 2022

ABC 7 Chicago

Chicago casino could worsen problem gambling, Chinatown leaders worry

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Some Chinatown leaders are not looking forward to having a casino in the city, especially one that could be close to their neighborhood. There's worry that it could worsen problem gambling among residents. Although there are no statistics on its prevalence in the Chinatown area, anecdotally some say it's a major issue. "If you were…

Gambling Addiction ・ 16 April 2022

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‘Chicago Tonight’ in Your Neighborhood: Proposed Casino Sites

Mayor Lori Lightfoot is betting on a casino for the city of Chicago by 2025, with three finalists on the table, but not everyone is on the same page. Bally's It would have 3400 slots and 173 table games as well as a 500-room hotel in the River West neighborhood. According to Brian Israel, president of the River North Residents Association, "They…

Covid ・ 15 April 2022

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Movies ・ 15 April 2022

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Macau's "satellite casino" in Grand Emperor Hotel to close by June 26

The casino located in the Grand Emperor Hotel, in downtown Macau, is set to cease its operations on June 26, Emperor Entertainment Hotel Limited announced in a stock filing last Friday. The venue will not be renewing the service agreement currently in place with gaming concessionaire SJM Holdings Ltd. "The group's casino in Grand Emperor Hotel is…

Covid ・ 13 April 2022

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Hammered by Complaints, Push for Chicago Casino Faces Bumpy Final Stretch

None of the Chicago casino finalists rolled double sixes at community meetings staged by Mayor Lori Lightfoot, complicating the future of the gaming palace and entertainment district officials contend is key to the city's financial future. While city officials touted the meetings as a chance for Chicagoans to weigh in on the three finalists…

Covid ・ 12 April 2022

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Chicago casino bidder Rivers 78 faces public scrutiny at hearing

The Rivers 78 casino proposed for the vacant mega-development along the South Branch of the Chicago River is the only finalist where a casino would be built first with a neighborhood sprouting up around it, the backers of the plan emphasized Thursday. That observation came at the last of three community meetings held this week by Mayor Lori…

Politics ・ 08 April 2022

Macau Business

Satellite casinos ‘fraught with opacity and undesirable business practices’, expected law changes necessary

Macau satellite casinos are "fraught with opacity and undesirable business practices" and the closure of the sector's regulatory loophole" in the future amended gaming law will provide more "transparency, legal certainty, and full oversight of the city's gaming industry", a gaming researcher from the Macao Polytechnic University states in a new…

Covid ・ 06 April 2022

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Mobile ・ 05 April 2022

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Thailand, Cambodia turn the heat on call-centre scammers, online gambling dens

Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana said representatives of the two governments were in the process of consulting on the MOU draft that is aimed at promoting digital cooperation between the two countries. He said the cooperation would focus on joint efforts to suppress call-centre gangs and online gambling operators. Thanakorn said the discussions with…

Trust and Safety ・ 30 March 2022

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Committee Earmarks Bangkok for Thailand’s First Casino

The possibility of legal gambling in Thailand has gained traction after a government committee identified Bangkok as a site for the country's first casino. [Image: Shutterstock.com] A special government committee tasked with investigating the introduction of legalized gambling in Thailand has suggested opening the country's first casino in…

Covid ・ 29 March 2022

Bangkok Post

Stop gaming the lottery

After the May 2014 coup, the government installed and led by Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha made promises to end the problem of overpriced lottery tickets. Eight years later, overpriced tickets remain for sale, some priced at more than 100 baht apiece. Two months ago, a high-level government committee was set up with instructions issued by…

Lottery ・ 27 March 2022

European Gaming

Macau Gaming Labour Groups Express Concerns About Future of Satellite Casinos

A group of gaming workers affiliated with the Macau Federation of Trade Unions has sent a letter to the Legislative Assembly committee to express concerns about the future of the satellite casinos. Macau's proposed new regulatory regime will require any casinos operating in the city to be established on assets owned by gaming operators. Labour…

Jobs ・ 26 March 2022

Macau Daily Times

Macau residency required for future casino collaborators

As proposed in a current draft law and promoted by the government, it is very likely in the future that all casino intermediaries or junkets will be held by Macau residents. The Second Standing Committee of the Legislative Assembly continued to meet with government officials yesterday to discuss the amendment bill on the Gaming Law. Chan Chak Mo,…

Law ・ 18 March 2022

World Casino News

Static situation for Macau casino firms

The six licensed land-based casino operators in Macau are to reportedly not be asked to pay any more tax under the provisions of the draft gaming bill currently being considered by legislators. According to a report from Asia Gaming Brief, this revelation came from local legislator Andrew Chan Chak Mo during a Tuesday briefing that was also…

Travel ・ 17 March 2022

Casino Guru

Macau casino licensees obligated to disclose “major financial move” data

Macau is tightening the noose on casino regulations in the special administrative region (SAR) as a new rule would now require casino licensees to make sure that they disclose any major financial decision they make to the government. In fact, the SAR government would expect the chief executive to be informed about any significant financial moves…

Law ・ 16 March 2022

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Macau seeks to introduce gaming tables and machines caps; keen on regulating "satellite casinos"

Macau's government is keen on assuming control over the total number of gaming tables and slot machines available at casinos in the world's largest gaming hub, officials confirmed in a meeting of the Legislative Assembly (AL) on Monday. Representatives reaffirmed their intention to be able to reduce the total number of tables and machines "at any…

Land-based ・ 09 March 2022

World Casino News

Macau casinos pay MOP$33.91 billion in taxes for 2021

The Financial Services Bureau in Macau has announced the tax payments from the gaming industry for 2021. Last year, a total of MOP$33.91 billion ($4.22 billion) was paid by operators. This is an increase of 13.8% when compared to the MOP$29.81 billion ($3.73 billion) paid in 2020. While the amount is an increase from the previous year, it is a…

Finance ・ 22 February 2022

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Poker ・ 17 February 2022

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Police crackdown on illegal online gambling site, confiscate smuggled goods

A joint police force crackdown and conducted a search of an illegal online gambling site and confiscated a cache of smuggled goods. The operation took place on the evening of February 13 in Phsar Prom Cheung Village, Stung Kach Commune, Sala Krao District, Pailin. After the inspection and subsequent discovery of smuggled goods, the police summoned…

Gambling Sites ・ 14 February 2022

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Las Vegas casino worker union calls for US federal investigation on gaming operators’ former ties with Suncity

A Las Vegas casino workers union has called for a coordinated US federal investigation into former junket operator Suncity and its former business ties with US-linked gaming companies. The public statement was issued by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 501, which represents over 2000 members, primarily construction workers who…

Land-based ・ 09 February 2022

Macau Business

Las Vegas Sands terminated agreements with three primary junket promoters in Dec, 2021

Las Vegas Sands, the parent group of local gaming concessionaire Sands China, has indicated in an annual report to have terminated agreements with its'three primary gaming promoters' in December 2021. The indication - included in the group's annual report for 2021 - comes at a time of increased regulatory oversight by authorities towards VIP gaming…

Travel ・ 07 February 2022

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Crypto ・ 03 February 2022

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Gambling Evidence To Be Allowed In Councilman's Corruption Trial

LOS ANGELES, CA - A federal judge Monday denied a bid by Jose Huizar to suppress evidence that the former Los Angeles city councilman was removed from a Las Vegas casino after refusing to reveal the source of tens of thousands of dollars of gambling money he was using when he was identified as an elected city official. During a lengthy hearing to…

Incidents ・ 01 February 2022

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Macau Police Arrest Another Casino Kingpin in Latest Raid

Police in Macau have arrested a casino kingpin with links to fallen junket billionaire Alvin Chau Cheok-wa in a raid that netted HK$4.1m (US$525745). Macau's Judiciary Police (PJ) arrested Macau Legend Development's CEO and controlling shareholder Chan Weng Lin on Friday. Another man, which media sources believe to be Choi Wai Chan, chairman of…

Incidents ・ 31 January 2022

Market Watch

Shares of casino operator Macau Legend dive following arrest of CEO

Macau Legend Development's 1680, -19.30% share fell as much 30% after Macau media reports of the arrest of its chief executive officer over the weekend, on suspicion of money laundering and illegal gambling including the operation of online casinos. Police said the arrest of the hotel and casino operator's chief executive Chan Weng Lin was directly…

Industry ・ 31 January 2022

South China Morning Post

Macau police arrest 2 suspects in cross-border gambling syndicate linked to ‘junket king’ Alvin Chau

Media in Macau have reported that Tak Chun Group chairman Levo Chan was one of two suspects arrested in connection with an illegal cross-border gambling syndicate. Photo: Getty Images Media in Macau have reported that Tak Chun Group chairman Levo Chan was one of two suspects arrested in connection with an illegal cross-border gambling syndicate.

Incidents ・ 30 January 2022

Macau Business

Police arrest two in illegal gambling crackdown, Tak Chun boss Levo Chan among detained

The Judiciary Police (PJ) announced today (Sunday) two people in the junket sector were arrested on Friday for alleged crimes of engaging in illegal gambling activities, running a crime syndicate and money laundering. The authorities did not identify the two suspects, only referring to them as two Macau male residents - one surnamed Chan and aged…

Law ・ 30 January 2022

FOX 10 News

Woman hits $1 million jackpot at L’Auberge Casino Resort

The Lake Charles casino said the lucky winner took home $1064679.04. LAKE CHARLES, La. - A $1 million prize sweetened the pot for a woman celebrating her birthday at the L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles. The Lake Charles casino said the lucky winner took home $1064679.04 on Saturday, Jan. 22, during a Pai Gow Progressive game. "Jackpots are…

Winnings ・ 27 January 2022

KPLC 7 News

L’auberge guest wins more than $1 million jackpot

Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) - In a press release Tuesday, L'auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles announced that a guest hit the $1064679.04 jackpot on the Pai Gow Progressive game Saturday, Jan. 22. "Jackpots are always a fun way for us to celebrate with our guests and this particular jackpot being over $1 million and won on the guest's birthday was…

Winnings ・ 26 January 2022

Top 10 Films

Baccarat In Movies Through The Decades

It was associated with high stakes and high rollers and quickly became the new craze in popular casinos. It caught everyone's attention from businessmen to politicians, and, of course, the movie industry too. Baccarat was featured in many popular movies throughout the decades that followed, and to this day, remains one of the most popular…

Movies ・ 30 December 2021

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Police Seize Around $15m in Thailand Gambling Den Raid

Police in the Thailand city of Pattaya (pictured above) have arrested 42 and seized assets of around $15m after a raid on an illegal gambling den in a four-star hotel room. [Image: Shutterstock.com] Police in Thailand have seized tables, card sets, and gambling chips worth around ฿500m (US$15m) and arrested 42 people after a raid on a hotel room in…

Incidents ・ 29 December 2021

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High Roller Online Casino Games

Gambling is a super popular activity that has been around since human beings attained the brainpower necessary to conceptualize it. While betting on games of chance is primarily an entertainment-based activity, with average gaming budgets falling in the $50 to $100 range, a specific group of individuals look at this pastime as a money-making…

Games ・ 23 December 2021

Celebmix

5 Famous Celebrities Known to Like Casinos and Gambling

Casinos are venues that are famous for gambling and table games. It comes with hotels, restaurants, and shopping malls. Its mere purpose is to provide entertainment to the gamers. Some casinos host public entertainment events like stand-up comedy, sports and concerts. The bright lights, tall buildings and the sound of the machines of table games…

Blackjack ・ 21 December 2021

Los Angeles Daily News

FBI: Huizar refused to ease suspicions of corruption at Las Vegas casino

By FRED SHUSTER, City News Service Jose Huizar was allegedly escorted out of a Las Vegas casino while he was a Los Angeles city councilman after he was identified by employees as an elected official and "politically exposed person" and refused to certify the source of his gambling money, according to documents filed by federal prosecutors on…

Land-based ・ 21 December 2021

Block Club Chicago

If A Chicago Casino Opens Near Chinatown, Community Members Say Problem Gamblers Need Support

CHINATOWN - Chinatown leaders are raising concerns that four of the city's proposed casino sites are in Near South Side neighborhoods, saying it could harm a community that has struggled with problem gambling. The bids, announced Nov. 19, include the Chicago Tribune Publishing Center in the West Loop, two sites at McCormick Place, ONE Central in…

Gambling Addiction ・ 15 December 2021

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Thai parliament to launch study into potential IR development

The Thai parliament is set to launch a study into the possible introduction of casino gaming after MPs almost unanimously voted in favor last week. According to The Bangkok Post, the House of Representatives has voted to set up an extraordinary committee that will examine a proposal to open an integrated resort with a casino, with the goal of…

Politics ・ 06 December 2021

Gambling News

Thailand Shows Interest in Opening Casino Resorts in the Near Future

The parliament of Thailand will be launching a study to possibly introduce casino gaming as MPs supported the idea unanimously last week, bar a few dissident voices. At the moment, it remains unclear as to how many casino resorts would be legalized, nor where are they going to be located should the legalization move proceed according to preliminary…

Travel ・ 06 December 2021

Critical Blast

Movie Stars Who Enjoy & Love Playing Casino Games

The majority of the movie superstars have earned millions of dollars with their acting talents, and most of that money is spent on luxurious houses, sports cars, private jets, and whatnot. But this still leaves them with an abundance of money to spend, and some of these movie stars decide to gamble and maybe even win more money. The fact that these…

Movies ・ 30 November 2021

The Times

VAT ruling delivers £80m payout for Rank Group

Rank Group has hit the jackpot after securing a VAT refund of more than £80 million on slot machine takings. The Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo operator said that it had reached agreement with HM Revenue & Customs on a rebate of £77.5 million, which it expects to receive shortly. Rank said that interest was also due on the claim, expected to…

Payment Methods ・ 23 November 2021

Celebmix

The Celebs You're Most Likely To Spot In The Casino

Casinos are a billion-dollar industry. It's worth 227 billion dollars, to be exact, according to Statista. Why? Because there is a provocative and exciting lure to casinos. Thanks to James Bond and the Ocean sagas, amongst other films, casinos are more than just about winning money. They're about class, style, and fun. Still, people go to the…

Movies ・ 20 September 2021

The Free Press Journal

Thailand making progress in legalizing gambling: All you need to know

While most nations begin to encourage industries that were previously termed as socially unacceptable, such as gambling -Thailand is still holding on to its prohibition which has so far proven ineffective. Even though there are occasional arrests conducted in connection with underground gambling, it seems the authorities mostly turn a blind eye to…

Law ・ 06 September 2021

Movies Online

How to get the largest amount in the betting games market?

The casino games had the most popularity in the market and they had different types of options. The most commonly used options are bonus codes, promotions, bonus deals, welcome packages, and more. In this passage, we are talking about how to use these features in the market. With the help of these features, we can easily win more money in the…

Strategy Guide ・ 01 September 2021

Vaughan Today

How to Choose the Trustable Casino Games in the market?

Everyone knows that casino games are the easier ways to earn more money online. At the same time, safety also plays a major role in the market. If you are playing non-safety games, then you are involved with the problems. So you need to choose the right games before getting involved in the online world. If you choose the right and trustable casino…

Strategy Guide ・ 01 September 2021

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5 Reasons There Are Fewer Poker Rooms in Las Vegas Casinos

With the news that Planet Hollywood will shutter its once-bustling poker room in July of 2021, the Las Vegas landscape continues to shift. Since 2012, 38 poker rooms in Sin City have closed their doors for good, including once popular Texas Hold'em hotspots as the Palms and the Plaza. It's been nearly two decades since the famed "Poker Boom,"…

Poker ・ 14 August 2021

Celebmix

4 Top Celebrities who are Into Gambling and Casino

Gambling and online casinos have a very ill reputation among the masses. Pair that with the mix of celebrities, and things can go notoriously downhill in a matter of minutes. However, there are a few celebrities around who have not only been vocal about their passion for casinos and gambling but have managed to do it in check without losing their…

Movies ・ 06 August 2021

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Return of COVID Will Hurt Macau Casinos' Q3, Analysts Say

Casinos in the Chinese gambling hub of Macau have seen some recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 as a result of the easing of restrictions. However, new cases of the virus and fears of the fast-spreading delta variant have caused Macau officials to reintroduce health and safety measures. the first community case of coronavirus in 18…

Covid ・ 05 August 2021

The Phuket News

Police bust B200mn online gambling ring in Chalong

PHUKET: Officers from the Police Cyber Taskforce (PCT) arrested two men at a house off Chao Fa West Rd in Moo 5, Chalong, on Saturday (June 26) for operating nine gambling websites that together had a turnover of more than B200 million. The two men were arrested in Chalong on Saturday (June 26). Photo: PCT The two men were arrested in Chalong on…

Incidents ・ 28 June 2021

Radio Free Asia

Wanted Chinese Kingpin Owns Casino With Cambodian Senator's Son-in-Law

Political connections in Cambodia have allowed a major Chinese fugitive to elude jail while building a business empire, an investigation by RFA has found. Xu Aimin was sentenced to 10 years in a Chinese prison in 2013 for masterminding an illicit international gambling ring with an estimated turnover of $1.75 billion. Rather than do the time for…

Law ・ 23 June 2021

Casino AUS

Lucky Neko Highlights Latest PG Soft iGaming Slot Releases

Based in Malta, PG Soft launched its company in 2015 with a specialty in mobile game development. It debuted its products at the 2017 London ICE Totally Gaming conference. PG Soft's graphics and fresh game ideas quickly caught the attention of online casinos around the world. Quick growth prompted the company to establish offices in Europe, North…

Bonuses ・ 26 January 2021