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Vietnamese police bust gambling payment network in Laos handling $152M

Vietnamese police dismantled a Laos-based payment network that allegedly processed $152 million in online gambling transactions.

Melco upsizes credit facilities to $2.77B, extends maturity to 2031

Melco extends its revolving credit facility maturity to 2031 and raises total commitments to $2.77B under unchanged key terms.

CreditSights says MGM China bond protections may differ under People Inc. takeover

MGM China's 2027 and 2031 bonds may keep change-of-control protection under a People Inc. takeover, but the 2033 notes may not, CreditSights says.

Aristocrat leads contributors as AGEM Index rises 3.6% MoM in May

The AGEM Index rose 3.6% month-on-month in May, supported by gains at Aristocrat Leisure and Agilysys.

South Korea police investigate Polymarket users for illegal gambling

South Korean police are investigating domestic users of prediction market platform Polymarket on suspicion of illegal gambling, in what is believed to be the first enforcement action of its kind targeting the platform's Korean user base.

Vietnam authorities dismantle alleged SEO network supporting online gambling operators

Hanoi police have launched criminal proceedings against the young CEO of a digital marketing company and 17 of his employees over allegations that the business provided services to illegal online gambling platforms by helping them increase traffic and improve their search engine rankings.

Amnesty says Cambodia scam crackdown missed most online fraud compounds

Amnesty says Cambodia’s crackdown on online scam compounds missed most sites, with enforcement limited and transparency lacking.

Malaysian regulator to step up online gambling monitoring during World Cup

Malaysia’s communications regulator will intensify monitoring and take enforcement action against online gambling content and betting websites during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Communications...

Macau GGR likely to hit speed bump in late June: Citigroup

Citigroup keeps its June Macau GGR forecast at $2.35 billion, expecting a slowdown as the World Cup and last year's concerts bite.

Macau casino shuttle scheme links nearly 10k tourists to neighborhoods

Macau’s casino-backed community shuttle program has recorded nearly 10,000 tourist riders since launch, with route upgrades due from June 13th.

US-China business group meets Wang Yi, with Wynn CEO among participants

Craig Billings met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New York as US business leaders discussed investment and market access.

China and Sri Lanka step up joint enforcement against cross-border gambling and fraud networks

China, Sri Lanka intensify cooperation as online gambling and fraud groups shift operations to Sri Lanka

China outbound investment rules raise sentiment risk for Macau gaming stocks: brokerage 

New China outbound investment rules may pressure Macau gaming stocks, but CLSA sees limited direct risk to GGR.

Okada Manila launches Japanese-focused guest initiatives

Okada Manila is expanding Japanese-focused services and VIP amenities as it seeks to widen its international customer base.

Cambodia tourist arrivals plunge 45.6% in first four months of 2026

International tourist arrivals to Cambodia fell 45.6 percent year-on-year in the first four months of 2026, official data showed.

Ainsworth chair and company secretary resign over payment reports

Ainsworth chair Danny Gladstone and secretary Mark Ludski step down over media reports of personal payments; Graeme Campbell named new chair.

RGB earnings outlook improves on stronger EGM demand, TMS recovery: analysts

RGB’s earnings outlook is improving as stronger EGM orders and a gradual TMS recovery support near-term growth.

Jumio says operators face rising pressure over World Cup age checks

Jumio study finds World Cup betting interest is raising pressure on operators to strengthen age checks and block minors from gambling apps.

Macau regulator rejects claims of rigged electronic card shoes in casinos

DICJ rejected online allegations of rigged electronic card shoes, stressing Macau casino equipment is strictly regulated.

DOT, Vietnam Airlines sign two-year deal to boost Philippines-Vietnam tourism links

The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Vietnam Airlines (VNA) signed a two-year agreement to expand air connectivity and tourism promotion between the two...

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