International Entertainment Corp. (IEC), a Hong Kong-listed company, has announced a significant investment of $1 to $1.2 billion to expand its operations in the Philippines, capitalizing on the country's rapidly growing gaming sector.

Macau

Melco International to raise up to $100M via rights issue to reduce debt

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Melco International will raise up to $100 million through a rights issue, mainly to repay portions of its outstanding 2021 Credit Facility.

Macau

Macau gaming watchdog welcomes 60 new inspectors

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Macau's Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) has welcomed 60 new inspectors, despite the leadership position of Director remaining vacant.

Macau

Macau tourism chief expects 4.1% increase in visitors during May Day holiday

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, director of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), forecasted a significant increase in visitors during the upcoming May Day holiday period.

Thailand

Thai public divided and unenthusiastic about Entertainment Complex plans: Poll

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

A NIDA poll shows public skepticism and political tension over Thailand’s proposed Integrated Entertainment Business Act, especially casinos.

United States

Mohegan closes $1.2B refinancing package following loss of INSPIRE operations

Nelson Moura - April 25, 2025

The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority has finalized a major financial restructuring, following its loss of operational control of INSPIRE.

Philippines

Bloomberry to launch new online gaming platform in 2Q25

Kelsey Wilhelm - April 25, 2025

Solaire operator Bloomberry Resorts Corp is planning to launch its new online gaming platform as soon as the end of May or early June.

Malaysia

Visa-free reciprocal agreement between China and Malaysia extended for five years

Kelsey Wilhelm - April 24, 2025

Malaysia and China are extending a reciprocal visa-free travel arrangement between the nations, following a state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Thailand

Thai authorities bust illegal crypto trading ring

Kelsey Wilhelm - April 24, 2025

Thai authorities have busted an illegal cryptocurrency trading ring following raids in Bangkok, Chon Buri and Phuket.

Thailand

StarDream Cruises to call Thailand its home port nation

Kelsey Wilhelm - April 24, 2025

StarDream Cruises has decided to call Thailand its home port nation, as the country is one of the top destinations for foreign tourists in Asia.

Macau

G2E Asia to feature Francis Lui and Ed Bowers as keynote speakers

Kelsey Wilhelm - April 24, 2025

The Global Gaming Expo Asia (G2E Asia) organizers have announced that Galaxy Entertainment Group Chairman Francis Lui and MGM Resorts International President of Global Development Ed Bowers will be the keynote speakers at the upcoming event.

Macau

Macau receives 1,230 STRs in 1Q25, gaming sector reports down 20.8%

Viviana Chan - April 24, 2025

Macau's Financial Intelligence Office announced that it received 1,230 suspicious transaction reports (STRs) in the first quarter of this year, representing a 15.8 percent decrease year-on-year.

Japan

Construction of $10B MGM Osaka begins

Viviana Chan - April 24, 2025

The construction of the integrated resort (IR) MGM Osaka kicked off on Thursday, April 24th, in Osaka, at a location adjacent to the 2025 World Exposition venue.

Macau

Las Vegas Sands results drop in 1Q25, group positive on Macau and Singapore investments

Nelson Moura - April 24, 2025

Las Vegas Sands reported a drop in results for the first quarter of 2025, but highlighted its confidence in its ongoing investments in both Macau and Singapore.

UAE

BMM Testlabs gets official approval to test gaming products in the UAE

AGBrief Editorial - April 24, 2025

BMM Testlabs, the pioneering gaming test lab known for its outstanding compliance and certification expertise, has officially received approval to evaluate gaming products for the UAE’s licensed lottery—The UAE Lottery—and its commercial gaming program.

Macau

Macau reports 18.8% increase in visitors from Greater Bay Area in 1Q25

Viviana Chan - April 24, 2025

Visitors from the Greater Bay Area rose 18.8% year-on-year to 3.58 million in 1Q25, driven by a 50.3% surge from Zhuhai, according to official statistics.

Sri Lanka