Good Morning. The gaming industry is increasingly concerned about making sure players are who they say they are. And the only solution for guaranteeing strict compliance to increasingly assertive AML/KYC initiatives is tech, and AI in particular, notes an expert. Meanwhile, in Macau, MGM China has been riding a high wave recently, but it is signaling that it hopes to avoid the shoals as it moves to ensure that it can cover its upcoming dues.
What you need to know
- Industry expert says tech is the key to standardizing regulations in the gaming industry, as compliance requirements increase.
- MGM China warns that its ‘high indebtedness’ could ‘pose challenges’ for the operator to meet its obligations regarding unsecured notes.
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