Good Morning. Crypto. Those who got in early definitely saw a wildly successful ride. But in the crypto world, it’s not only about speculative value, it’s also about practical use. That’s where iGaming has managed to see a huge boost, understanding the needs of its customers and providing new and exciting solutions, despite facing some regulatory hurdles. Meanwhile, in Macau, gaming crimes were on the rise in the first quarter, with many cases linked to the new illegal currency exchange legislation.
What you need to know
- The rise of cryptocurrency has been a major boost for the iGaming industry but what has driven the booming interest?
- Macau gaming crimes up 61.5% in 1Q25; illegal currency exchange accounts for most of the increase after the new crackdown law.
On the radar
- Chinese outbound travel to recover during Dragon Boat Festival: Fliggy.
- Scientific Games receives UAE gaming authority license.
- Macau hotel sector workforce expands 7.2% year-on-year in 1Q25.
- Thailand pushes $115 billion budget to offset US tariff impact.
- Moody’s maintains Macau’s long-term issuer rating at Aa3.
- New sightseeing cruise from Macau’s Outer Harbor Ferry Terminal.
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Industry Updates
- GR8 Tech appoints Lusine Khudaverdyan as its new Head of Casino Business.
- SJM showcases tourism offerings at “Experience Macao” in South Korea.
- LuckyStreak welcomes industry expert Neil Brookes as Head of Product.
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