Good morning. The road has to end somewhere. For infamous Taiwanese gambling fugitive Lin Bingwen, that somewhere was Sihanoukville. The shooting of the prominent figure brings the focus back to organized crime’s dominance in the black market economy, and the danger of illicit operations. Looking to the regulated market, Resorts World Sentosa says its RWS 2.0 revamp will “appeal to a broader spectrum of guests”, helping increase its competitiveness. And in the online world, Sportradar has launched its own iGaming brand Playradar, calling it a ‘hybrid’ blend of sports and online casino products.
What you need to know
- Fugitive Lin Bingwen, Taiwan’s most wanted gambling figure with former ties to Macau junkets, shot dead in Cambodia.
- RWS 2.0 set to reshape demand profile at Resorts World Sentosa, shifting to experiences and lifestyle, says Chairman.
- Sportradar launches iGaming brand Playradar, encompassing table games, arcades, slots, and virtual sports.
On the radar
- Wynn Macau upgraded on strong dividend yield and disciplined strategy.
- Macau issues Level 1 travel alert for ME countries, including UAE.
- Macau gaming revenue set for 12% YoY rise in March: Citigroup.
- MGM China unveils 100% card recycling system, handling 3,000 tons yearly.
- Macau Legend expects $200M loss for FY25, due to satellite casino closure.
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ORGANIZED CRIME
Taiwanese fugitive Lin Bingwen killed in Sihanoukville
Notorious Taiwanese fugitive Lin Bingwen has been shot and killed in Sihanoukville, highlighting the murky underworld of illegal gambling operations. The infamous figure was linked to underground banking, gambling and corruption; even spending time in Macau, where he was involved in the junket sector. Authorities are investigating the targeted killing but have yet to announce arrests.
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