Good Morning. The elephant in the room is likely on your pants. For all those who have visited Thailand, that joke is apparent. But for those that haven’t, there is a massive opportunity awaiting for casino operators, if legislation can just get through parliament. A top panel of experts points out the massive possibilities and hindrances that are there now, as the world’s potentially second-largest casino market tries to get through the final hurdles. Looking to a success story, Macau is now outlining how to spend the many funds it’s gotten from the gaming sector over the years, in a bid to promote its diversification efforts.
What you need to know
- Industry experts have their eyes on Thailand, watching closely and warning that the kingdom could quickly emerge as a major regional rival.
- Macau launches four major projects: cultural zone, airport expansion, university town, and tech park – over an 8-10 year timeline to diversify the economy and reduce reliance on gaming.
On the radar
- NOVOMATIC to acquire Ainsworth Game Technology in $216M deal.
- Donaco revenues slightly down in 1Q25, despite strong visitation.
- Employed residents in Macau’s gaming sector down 2,200 in 1Q25.
- UAE Lottery strengthens responsible gaming with player monitoring.
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A new rival to Macau? Experts weigh in
The massive potential of Thailand’s gaming market has been on pretty much everybody’s minds. It’s inescapable. But the stop-start approach has some investors sweating, despite nearly everyone with a casino chip in hand hoping to tag in on the action. A top panel of experts explores exactly what the possibilities are and which jurisdiction the region should be modelling itself on for success.
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