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Leading pro-IR lawmaker becomes defense minister
Takeshi Iwaya, a leader of the parliamentarian efforts to pass the IR Implementation Bill, has been selected by the prime minister to become the new Minister of Defense.
Pro-IR Tomakomai Mayor Iwakura gains new term
Tomakomai Mayor Hirofumi Iwakura, a strong advocate for hosting an IR in his northern Japanese city, won a fourth 4-year term in office after no other candidate registered before the filing deadline.
Knowledge trumps content in Asia’s complex i-gaming world
In Asia’s complex and diverse igaming landscape, having the right content means business success only if one more key ingredient is included - market knowledge.
Instant and secure deposits
AstroPay is the pioneer payment solution for thousands of consumers in Latin America, Asia and Africa, who want to purchase online on international sites, that helps merchants access new markets through its main product, AstroPay Card.
Australian market report: How to adapt to the new normal
Covid-19 forced the rapid and unexpected closure of venues across Australia, changing the operating environment with unprecedented speed and leaving managers scrambling to adapt...
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Macau gaming law revision not likely until late 2021
Consolidation of the bases and advancement in adversity was the thrust of Macau Chief Executive’s policy address for 2021, though it gave little away when it came to the current pillar of the economy - the gaming industry.
Suppliers get igaming boost
Gaming suppliers, like all areas of the industry, have felt the pinch from the Covid-19 crisis, though their growing digital businesses have proved a bright spot and helped offset the impact of the crisis.
Crown on Fitch downgrade watch on regulatory rap risk
A “heightened risk of severe regulatory action” has prompted Fitch Ratings to put Crown Resorts on credit watch negative for a potential ratings downgrade.
India sets out gambling advertising standards
The Advertising Standards Council of India has set out guidelines covering online gambling, which will enforce a standard disclaimer of risk.
Philippines gaming industry generates $366m GGR in Q3
The gaming industry in the Philippines generated PHP17.66 billion ($366 million) in Q3 despite severe restrictions, bouncing back from just PHP2.42 billion in Q2. Licensed casinos generated PHP15.03 billion of the total.