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India

Goa to launch fully online lottery on November 18th

Nelson Moura - November 13, 2024

Goa is set to introduce a fully online lottery on November 18th, becoming one of the first Indian states to do so.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s Golden Island to partner with Goa’s Majestic Pride to open casino in Colombo’s Lotus Tower

AGBrief Editorial - August 12, 2024

Golden Island Hospitality Private Limited has officially teamed up with India's Majestic Group Hotels & Casinos to establish the Majestic Pride Casino in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

India

Goa to crackdown on unauthorized Sri Lankan casino ads promoting online gaming

AGBrief Editorial - July 31, 2024

Goa's government has vowed to take action against unauthorized advertisements for Sri Lankan casinos promoting online gaming in the coastal state.

India

Approval granted for amendment to Goa GST Act

Frank Schuengel - January 26, 2024

The government of Goa has given the ok to amend the local Goods and Services Tax Act to clarify the taxability of various forms of gambling.

India

Goa to amend tax regulations on gaming

Nelson Moura - January 25, 2024

In a significant move, the Goa regional cabinet has given its approval to amend the Goa Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act, with the aim of providing clarity on the taxability of casinos, horse racing, and online gaming.

Europe

Kambi signs a multi-channel sportsbook partnership with Bingoal

AGBrief Editorial - December 14, 2023

Kambi Group plc has signed a long-term sportsbook partnership with Bingoal, a leading operator in Belgium and the Netherlands, to provide its sportsbook to Bingoal across its online and retail channels.

Philippines

Philippines sets 7.7 million tourist arrival goal for 2024, outpacing 2023 target

AGBrief Editorial - December 14, 2023

The Philippines aims to draw in 7.7 million international visitors in the coming year, surpassing its arrival goals for 2023, as stated by the Department of Tourism (DOT) on Tuesday.

Macau

Diversification goal will not prevent casino revenue growth: MGM China Executive Director Pansy Ho

Nelson Moura - December 7, 2023

The planned investment by Macau gaming concessionaires in non-gaming elements will not prevent casino revenues from increasing in the future, the Chairperson and Executive Director of MGM China, Pansy Ho, commented recently.

Macau

Government confident Macau could reach $26.8 billion GGR goal in 2024

Nelson Moura - November 22, 2023

Secretary for Economy and Finance Lei Wai Nong expressed confidence that the Macau SAR gaming sector will be able to generate MOP216 billion ($26.8 billion) in 2024.

Macau