Felix Ng
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https://agbrief.com/about-asia-gaming-brief/Felix is the Asia Editor and Events Director of the Asia Gaming Brief. He has over a decade of experience developing conferences for industries including gaming, telecoms, investment, biotechnology, and mining. Felix covers gaming technology and innovation and is passionate about developing engaging and eye-catching content for the industry.
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Aristocrat finalizes all regulatory approvals for NeoGames acquisition
Aristocrat Leisure Limited has announced that it has finalized ‘all necessary regulatory pre-approvals’ for its acquisition of iLottery and iGaming solutions provider NeoGames.
The Star Gold Coast CEO tenders resignation
The Star has announced yet another departure from its corporate leadership, with Jessica Mellor – CEO of The Star Gold Coast - tendering her resignation.
Macau CAA gives green light for more flights and routes
Macau’s Civil Aviation Authority (AACM) has outlined upcoming changes to scheduled flights, signaling a positive shift for air travel in the region.
Commissioner acknowledges ‘prejudice’ in IPI case, lawyer claims company has no money
Two developments surrounding Commissioner Martin Mendiola and Attorney Michael Chen have made headlines this week.
Chinese Embassy endorses Philippines in addressing the ‘root causes’ of POGOs
The Embassy of China in the Philippines, on Thursday, has issued a statement emphasizing its support for the Philippine Government in addressing the 'root causes' of issues stemming from the offshore gambling industry.
Macau received 585K foreign visitors in 1Q24, reaching 68% of 2019 levels
Macau is still working on bringing more international visitors to improve the pace of its recovery. In the first quarter of the year, the city received 585,000 international visitors out of a total of 8.9 million visitor arrivals. This means international visitors accounted for only about 6.6 percent of the total visitors.
PAGCOR appoints lawyer Wilma Eisma as new President and COO
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced the appointment of lawyer Wilma Eisma as the new President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), making her the first woman to hold the position of President and COO.
MGTO anticipates 130k visitors daily during Labor Day holiday
Helena de Senna Fernandes, Head of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), projects that Macau may receive an average of 150,000 inbound tourists per day during the Labor Day Golden Week. The projection surpasses the numbers seen during the Cheng Ming and Easter holidays.
Supreme Court decision to determine fate of India’s online gaming: lawyers
An Indian Supreme Court decision over gaming taxation will hold significant implications for an industry grappling with regulatory uncertainties and divergent tax rulings across the country, legal analysts consider.
Sands China sees massive EBITDA increase as 1Q24 shines
Sands China has reported a 53.3 percent increase in adjusted property EBITDA for its Macau operations in the first quarter, while Marina Bay Sands was also up by over 50 percent during the period.
Entain records good progress, increase in active customers
Gambling giant Entain has surprised analysts with its resilience in the face of challenging market conditions.
Macau 1Q mass GGR at 112% of 1Q19 levels
In Q1, Macau Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) experienced a 6 percent quarter-on-quarter growth, reaching MOP57 billion ($7.06 billion), equivalent to 75 percent of pre-COVID-19 levels.
Crown Melbourne unveils first new venue as part of redevelopment
Crown has revealed the latest addition to its redevelopment plans with the introduction of ‘The Henley at Crown Melbourne,’ an upmarket bar set to open later this year.
Macau operators acknowledge ‘intensifying competition’ but deem it ‘manageable’
The gaming operators Galaxy Entertainment and MGM China consider that the industry’s competition is 'intensifying' but remains ‘manageable.'
Morgan Stanley cuts Galaxy’s earnings outlook due to market share loss
The investment bank Morgan Stanley has lowered Galaxy Entertainment’s earnings forecast due to market share loss.
SkyCity Entertainment Group appoints Jason Walbridge as new CEO
New Zealand and Australian gaming operator SkyCity Entertainment Group has announced the appointment of former Aristocrat executive Jason Walbridge as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.
Macau confident in attracting over 30M visitors this year
Macau’s Chief Executive, Ho Iat Seng, expresses his confidence that Macau will attract more than 30 million visitors this year.
HK High Court orders winding up of Imperial Pacific, liquidator appointed
The final death knell for Imperial Pacific International appears to have been rung, as Hong Kong’s High Court ordered the company to be wound up and appointed a provisional liquidator.
Newport World Resorts with new annual high in GGR for 2023, non-gaming booms
Newport World Resorts achieved a new annual high in gross gaming revenues in 2023, topping $600 million, with double-digit returns in its non-gaming revenue.
Macau top official reiterates Jockey Club land not for gaming
During a plenary session of the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, Macau's top official, Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng, reiterated that the Macau Jockey Club (MJC) land would not be used for gaming purposes.
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Since coming in four years ago, gaming veteran Walter Power has flipped the script on the Grand Ho Tram Resort, leveraging decades of experience in Macau to shape it into a true integrated resort, drawing the expat crowd from nearby Ho Chi Minh and further abroad.
