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changbin wangChangbin Wang is Director of the Centre for Tourism and Gaming Studies at the Macau Polytechnic Institute. He has published more than 50 papers, including 20 in key academic journals.

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Prediction market wagers on the 2026 FIFA World Cup cross $2B across leading platforms

Frank Schuengel -
Combined trading volume on Polymarket and Kalshi for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has crossed $2 billion as the tournament's group stage gets underway, according to figures from both platforms and tracking data published by DeFi Rate.
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United States

Light & Wonder says five-year overhaul has made company “leaner, stronger”

Viviana Chan -
Light & Wonder says a five-year overhaul has made it leaner and stronger, while defending the ASX as its long-term home.
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Philippines

POGO-linked Alice Guo charged over $16.3M estimated tax deficiency

Viviana Chan -
Alice Guo is charged under the Philippine tax code for attempting to evade tax and failing to file returns, owing an estimated $16.3M.
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Cambodia

FBI says Cambodia provided key access in online scam compound probes

Viviana Chan -
Cambodia’s anti-scam commission gave the FBI access to raided compounds, supporting probes into fraud networks targeting Americans.
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Cambodia

NagaCorp proposes 10-year share option scheme for directors, staff

Viviana Chan -
Cambodia casino operator NagaCorp seeks shareholder approval for a 10-year share option scheme to reward and retain directors and staff.
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United States

Kalshi introduces risk scoring and employer verification to combat insider trading

Frank Schuengel -
Prediction markets exchange Kalshi has rolled out a suite of market integrity measures, including a risk scoring framework and mandatory employer verification for high-risk...
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Malaysia

Malaysia police launch Op Soga XI as World Cup illegal gambling surge expected

Frank Schuengel -
The Royal Malaysia Police have launched a nationwide crackdown on illegal gambling ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, activating Op Soga XI across all state contingents as authorities anticipate a significant surge in sports betting activity during the tournament.
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Macau

Macau GGR to rebound swiftly after World Cup slowdown: Citigroup

Viviana Chan -
Citigroup expects Macau GGR to recover swiftly after the World Cup, supported by concerts, events and NBA China Games.
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Macau

DICJ again rejects electronic card shoe manipulation claims, warns of refund scam

Viviana Chan -
Macau’s DICJ again dismissed electronic card shoe manipulation claims, warning that fake refund posts may be part of a scam.
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Macau

Macau tourism authorities issue safety advice ahead of 2026 World Cup

AGBrief Editorial -
Macau’s Tourism Office reminds residents heading to North America for the World Cup to stay alert to safety risks.
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