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Australia’s Casinos Shouldn’t Expect Influx of Asian Gamblers to Boost Revenue
October 6, 2023

Australia’s Casinos Shouldn’t Expect Influx of Asian Gamblers to Boost Revenue

There's a chance that Australia's casinos may eventually be able to count on Chinese gamblers, who were once heavily involved in supporing the country's gaming economy. However, if analysts with S&P Global Ratings are correct...

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Pittsburgh Steelers Quarterback Kenny Pickett Expects to Play in Week 5
October 5, 2023

Pittsburgh Steelers Quarterback Kenny Pickett Expects to Play in Week 5

Quarterback Kenny Pickett will play for the Pittsburgh Steelers this week despite a knee injury, which knocked him out of the game in a 30-6 loss against the Houston Texans in Week 4. The Steelers...

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Belgium Moves to Require ID Checks for Gamblers
October 5, 2023

Belgium Moves to Require ID Checks for Gamblers

In a move aimed at fortifying gaming regulations and intensifying efforts against underage gambling, Belgium's Federal Council of Ministers has given the green light to new restrictions on land-based gambling. The approved measures will mandate...

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Cashless Gaming Not a Hit With All Gamblers, New Research Claims
October 5, 2023

Cashless Gaming Not a Hit With All Gamblers, New Research Claims

Cashless gaming is found at casinos around the world, including in Las Vegas, and some regions, like New South Wales, Australia, want to make it mandatory. But new research shows that many gamblers aren't yet...

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Flutter to Close 21 Underperforming Paddy Power Betting Shops
October 5, 2023

Flutter to Close 21 Underperforming Paddy Power Betting Shops

Flutter is planning to shut down 21 Paddy Power betting shops. The move comes as Ireland is closer to major gambling reforms. Paddy Power plans to close 21 underperforming shops, mostly serving bettors in Dublin,...

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Philippines’ Stalled Emerald Bay Casino May Have Found a New Backer
October 4, 2023

Philippines’ Stalled Emerald Bay Casino May Have Found a New Backer

PH Resorts Group Holdings, a prominent gaming firm in the Philippines, has had a difficult journey in developing its latest property in the country. However, that may be changing, as it recently inked a nonbinding...

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Singapore’s Gambling-Linked Money Laundering Breaks the $2B Mark
October 4, 2023

Singapore’s Gambling-Linked Money Laundering Breaks the $2B Mark

Singapore continues to grapple with a significant money-laundering scandal, with investigators uncovering evidence that suggests the illicit funds involved could now exceed $2 billion. The scandal is intricately linked to the illegal gambling industry, raising...

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Colombia’s Gambling Ecosystem is Becoming More Profitable
October 4, 2023

Colombia’s Gambling Ecosystem is Becoming More Profitable

Gambling in Latin America continues to increase, and Colombia is reaping the rewards. Despite what some financial analysts are calling a recession in the country, Colombia's gambling ecosystem added over 15% to last year's revenue....

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Massachusetts Casino Trips Funded by Condo Fraud
October 3, 2023

Massachusetts Casino Trips Funded by Condo Fraud

A local official in Massachusetts was sentenced to three years probation last week for improperly using condo funds for stops at Plainridge Park Casino. Cheryl S. Sullivan, 69, a former chairperson of the Dedham, Mass....

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Atlanta Braves Begin Playoffs as Betting Favorite to Win 2023 World Series
October 3, 2023

Atlanta Braves Begin Playoffs as Betting Favorite to Win 2023 World Series

The Atlanta Braves are the betting favorite at +310 odds to win the 2023 World Series, with the MLB playoffs beginning today. The Houston Astros won the 2022 World Series and began the season as...

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