Australia-listed Donaco International Limited announced that it saw a slight drop in revenue during the quarter ended March 31st, despite stable visitation numbers across its properties.

Australia

NOVOMATIC to acquire Ainsworth in $216M deal

Kelsey Wilhelm - April 29, 2025

Gaming technology supplier and operator NOVOMATIC has announced that it is acquiring Ainsworth, buying out the remaining stake in the company for some AU$336 million ($216 million).

Macau

Macau drives four major projects to reduce reliance on gaming industry

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Macau aims for economic diversity with $4.75 billion in cultural hub, airport, university, and R&D park to lower 80% gaming tax dependence.

UAE

UAE Lottery strengthens responsible gaming with player monitoring

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

UAE Lottery promotes responsible gaming through player oversight and mental health support.

Macau

Employed residents in Macau’s gaming sector down 2,200 in 1Q25

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Macau’s gaming sector lost 2,200 workers, dropping to 65,100 employed residents in 1Q25, per the latest Statistics and Census Service survey.

Philippines

IEC will invest $1B to expand Manila casino operations

Nelson Moura - April 28, 2025

International Entertainment Corp. (IEC), a Hong Kong-listed company, has announced a significant investment of $1 to $1.2 billion to expand its operations in the Philippines, capitalizing on the country's rapidly growing gaming sector.

Macau

Melco International to raise up to $100M via rights issue to reduce debt

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Melco International will raise up to $100 million through a rights issue, mainly to repay portions of its outstanding 2021 Credit Facility.

Macau

Macau gaming watchdog welcomes 60 new inspectors

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Macau's Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) has welcomed 60 new inspectors, despite the leadership position of Director remaining vacant.

Macau

Macau tourism chief expects 4.1% increase in visitors during May Day holiday

Viviana Chan - April 28, 2025

Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, director of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), forecasted a significant increase in visitors during the upcoming May Day holiday period.

Thailand