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South Korea’s GKL May casino sales jump 40.8% to $28M

South Korea’s GKL reported $28 million in May casino sales, up 40.8 percent from a year earlier.

India’s Supreme Court declares every mobile phone a “Virtual Gambling House” in landmark online gaming ruling

India's Supreme Court has issued one of its most consequential rulings on online gaming, upholding state-level bans on real-money wagering and warning that technological change has turned the mobile phone into a "virtual common gambling house" with significant implications for public health.

Indian police arrest 11 in multi-state Dafabet betting network probe

Indian police have arrested 11 people allegedly involved in facilitating illegal access to the Dafabet online betting platform, in an operation that exposed the layered financial infrastructure used to move funds through restricted gambling markets.

Galaxy Macau, Trip.com sign 3-year deal to boost live events tourism

Galaxy Macau and Trip.com Group have signed a 3-year partnership to expand live events, sports and travel experiences in Macau.

Malaysia’s RGB International secures UAE gaming vendor license

Malaysia’s RGB International has secured UAE approval to supply gaming machines, positioning it for opportunities ahead of Wynn’s 2027 casino opening.

Kjerulf Ainsworth raises stake in Ainsworth Game Technology to 9.55%

Kjerulf Ainsworth lifted his stake in Ainsworth Game Technology to 9.55% after further share purchases and offer acceptances.

Former Macau finance chief joins airport board, with successor still unnamed

Former Macau finance chief Tai Kin Ip has joined the airport company board, while his former cabinet post remains vacant.

Macau opens public tender for 700 new taxis under eight-year licenses

Macau has opened a tender for 14 eight-year taxi licenses covering up to 700 vehicles, as part of a broader fleet expansion plan.

Debt funding emerges as key uncertainty in People Inc.’s MGM Resorts takeover bid: CreditSights

People Inc.’s MGM Resorts takeover bid is seen as having limited immediate impact on MGM China, but debt funding remains the key uncertainty

Hong Kong youth targeted by illegal gambling syndicates ahead of World Cup

Illegal offshore gambling operators are increasingly using social media platforms to target young people in Hong Kong, with lawmakers and support groups warning that deceptive online advertising campaigns are pushing vulnerable users into severe gambling debt.