2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Macau to Seek More Economic Diversity, Could Approve New Gaming Law in June
Macau's chief executive, Ho Iat-seng, has provided an update on the city's direction. While casinos will continue to play a huge role, "economic diversification" is coming sooner than expected. Macau is facing a "complex and volatile development situation." This was among the...
UK Gambling Commission Denies It Favors Camelot to Continue National Lottery
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) isn't happy right now. It has rejected a report this week that shows it favors Camelot to retain its hold on the National Lottery. The appointment for who will take the baton and oversee the UK's National...
Nepal Closes Two Casinos After Racking Up Millions in Unpaid Licenses and Royalties
Despite a return to business following COVID-19, two casinos in Nepal still haven't caught up on outstanding royalties. Both are being shut down by the government. A collection of casinos in Nepal have racked up a bill worth around $16.5 million in...
Ireland Problem Gamblers Number Just 12k, Less Than One Percent of Population
A new study by Ireland's Health Research Board (HRB) reveles the level of "problem gambling" in the country. The number, considering the size of the population, is relatively low. All countries regularly review their gambling markets, perhaps thinking that they will, one...
Codere Confirms New Board of Directors as Company Restart Grabs Hold
The new Codere, simply known as Nueva Codere, has put the final touches on its new board of directors. The Spanish casino and gaming operator has a new group of leaders to shape the company's future. Codere, following last year's takeover by...
Wakayama Confirms Caesars’ Integrated Resort Involvement, Public Feedback Sought
Wakayama has provided a new update on its plans to bring an integrated resort (IR) to the Japanese prefecture. It has confirmed the involvement of Caesars Entertainment and is now ready for more public input. Earlier this week, leaders in Wakayama received...
Bet365, Entain Topped the List of GambleAware’s $21M in Donations Last Year
GambleAware, the UK's responsible gambling charity, has released data on how much money it is picking up to fund its initiatives. In the first three quarters of the current fiscal year, it received over £16 million (US$21 million). GambleAware has been pulling...
Suncity Issues Arrive in the US as Vegas Union Seeks Federal Investigation
Suncity Group and its legal issues aren't remaining only in Asia. They have now expanded into the US, with a Las Vegas union asking federal regulators to intervene. The International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local 501 believes there's probable cause for...
Sands Provides Update to Marina Bay Sands Upgrades
Sands indicated in January that it would add $1 billion in upgrades to Singapore's Marina Bay Sands (MBS) casino resort. It has now provided an update on what's coming and when the upgrades will be complete. Sands has been working on upgrades...
Italy Faces Reduction in Betting Shops, Arcades, Bingo Halls Through Gambling Reform
Efforts to jumpstart gambling reforms in Italy are getting a boost. The Ministry of the Economy and Finance is taking over, ready to start an overhaul. Italy has been working on methods of updating its gambling laws for years. It has made...
