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Macau’s new taxi licenses require operators to join approved ride-hailing platforms

Macau received 47 bids for 700 new taxis under a tender that, for the first time, requires operators to join approved ride-hailing platforms.

DigiPlus revives $87M share buyback days after investor appeal

DigiPlus revived its $87 million share buyback for another 12 months, just three days after Juroszek-linked investors urged the board to act.

IMF lifts China 2026 growth forecast to 4.6% while Asia-Pacific outlook diverges

China’s upgraded 2026 forecast contrasts with a divided Asia-Pacific outlook, as IMF warns global risks remain tilted to the downside.

Vietnam targets 25M international visitors and $43B in tourism revenue in 2026

Vietnam’s tourism sector is pushing for 25 million foreign visitors in 2026 after arrivals rose 14.9 percent in the first half.

Super Typhoon Bavi threatens Macau travel flows as southern China faces heavy rain

Super Typhoon Bavi is set to hit China’s southeast coast, threatening Macau travel flows as heavy rain and flooding disrupt the region.

Macau casino suspicious transaction reports rise 8.7% in 1H26

Macau casino operators filed 2,018 suspicious transaction reports in 1H26, up 8.7%, keeping gaming as the main source of STRs.

City of Dreams Macau launches House of Dancing Water backstage tour

City of Dreams Macau will launch paid House of Dancing Water backstage tours from July 15th, expanding the show into a broader visitor experience.

Suntrust eyes PAGCOR’s Gaming System Administrator accreditation in plan to restore positive equity

Suntrust has flagged a potential PAGCOR Gaming System Administrator accreditation as part of its plan to restore positive stockholders' equity.

Macau tops China outbound tourist satisfaction ranking for second straight year

Macau retains its No. 1 spot in China's outbound tourist satisfaction ranking, ahead of New Zealand, Australia and Hong Kong.

Chinese embassy links several Philippines kidnapping cases to online gambling disputes

The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines says seven kidnapping cases involving Chinese nationals were reported during the first half of 2026, with several incidents linked to online gambling, telecom fraud and financial disputes.