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House of Dancing Water and de-leveraging potential position Melco to outperform: MS

Melco’s House of Dancing Water relaunch, Studio City ramp-up, and balance sheet strength drive bullish outlook from Morgan Stanley.

Lawrence Ho’s Black Spade Capital invests in real estate group IFCX

Black Spade Capital, the family office of Macau casino operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s chairman Lawrence Ho Yau-lung has invested in IFCX, an international real estate brokerage holding company based in Asia.

Thailand Deputy Minister backs casino development amid concerns of “grey” economy

Thailand's Deputy Finance Minister has strongly defended the government's plan to create integrated entertainment complexes, addressing fears that this initiative might associate the nation with a "grey" economy.

Hong Kong completes public hearing on legalizing basketball betting

Legal basketball betting under review in Hong Kong after hearing ends; nearly half of illegal bettors would switch to legal options.

Kangwon Land gains approval to triple betting limits on Blackjack, Hold’em tables

South Korea’s Kangwon Land gains approval to raise betting caps on Blackjack and Poker, part of a strategy to draw high-stakes local gamblers.

Premier League betting brands in limbo after TGP Europe exit

A major Isle of Man-based white label provider has pulled out of the UK gambling market, leaving a trail of questions for several high-profile betting brands and their Premier League partners.

Light & Wonder completes billion-dollar acquisition of Grover Gaming’s charitable gaming

Gaming equipment and services group Light & Wonder announced on Monday that it had completed its acquisition of Grover Gaming’s charitable gaming assets.

Wynn Resorts abandons bid for casino license in New York

Wynn Resorts, the parent company of Wynn Macau, has announced that it is abandoning its plans for a casino license in the US state of New York.

PAGCOR calls for stronger partnerships to address gambling addiction

PAGCOR urged for enhanced collaboration among stakeholders in the gaming industry to combat the risks associated with problem gambling and addiction.

Melco on track to accelerate de-leveraging amid stronger EBITDA: CBRE

Strong EBITDA growth and strategic capital actions put Melco Resorts on track to speed up debt reduction in 2025, CBRE reports.

Macau GGR reaches $1.58B in 18 days of May: Citigroup 

Macau’s GGR reached $1.58B in 18 days, with May on pace to be 2025’s top month, aided by a robust Golden Week and concert-driven tourism.

PH Senator pushes for permanent POGO ban in final senate weeks

Senator Gatchalian pushes for a permanent POGO ban before Congress ends, citing crime links and the need to codify the executive order into law.

PAGCOR warns of fake gaming certifications allegedly linked to Lucky 7 Bingo Corp.

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has warned of fake gaming certifications allegedly linked to a company that legitimately operates as a licensed e-Games venue.

Newport World Resorts sees GGR rise to $141M in 1Q25

Newport World Resorts, operated by the Travellers group, saw a strong start to 2025, with gross gaming revenues increasing by 6 percent yearly to PHP7.9 billion ($141.6 million).

PH Resorts clarifies license revocation in Clark distinct from Cebu project

PH Resorts, behind the stalled Emerald Bay project in Cebu (now up for sale), says that the revocation of a provisional license in Clark by the gaming regulator is not linked to its Cebu project.

DOJ pursues Interpol arrest for Harry Roque and Cassandra Ong amid human trafficking charges

The Philippines Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced potential actions against former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque and Cassandra Ong following the issuance of arrest warrants by a Pampanga court.

Macau GDP falls 1.3% in 1Q25 amid shifting tourism landscape

Macau's 1Q25 GDP fell 1.3% YoY as tourism shifts impacted spending despite rising arrivals.

Thailand government meets Wynn Resorts representatives in entertainment complex talks

Wynn Resorts meets Thai officials to explore integrated entertainment investments amid Thailand’s push for legal resort-based gaming.

Nepal proposes new casino law to restrict foreign investment and ensure compliance

The Nepali government has proposed a new casino law aimed at tightening regulations and reducing foreign investment in the gaming sector.

The Grand Ho Tram breaks ground

The Grand Ho Tram has officially broken ground on its new $1 billion complex.

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