The Philippines’ Department of Justice (DOJ) has approved the filing of 62 counts of money laundering charges against “POGO Mayor” Alice Guo and 31 others, linked to a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) in Bamban, Tarlac.

Australia

Tabcorp taps HKJC’s Michael Fitzsimons as new Chief Wagering Officer

Kelsey Wilhelm - January 16, 2025

Australian gambling group Tabcorp has announced the appointment of Michael Fitzsimons as its new Chief Wagering Officer.

Philippines

Okada Manila 4Q24 GGR falls slightly, FY24 GGR down by nearly 22 percent

Kelsey Wilhelm - January 16, 2025

Okada Manila operator Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment (TRLEI) saw a 3.7 percent drop in its 4Q24 gross gaming revenue results, falling to PHP8.97 billion, with falls in both gaming machine revenue and VIP table games.

Macau

Macau’s 4Q24 GGR hits 20-quarter high despite ‘poor macro’: JP Morgan

Viviana Chan - January 16, 2025

According to an investment memo from JP Morgan, Macau's 4Q24 saw the highest gross gaming revenue (GGR) in 20 quarters, despite challenging conditions.

Japan

MGM partner Orix optimistic about driving Japan’s 60M annual tourist goal

Viviana Chan - January 16, 2025

Orix Corp, the primary local partner of MGM Resorts International in MGM Osaka project, has expressed confidence in its ability to contribute to Japan’s goal of attracting 60 million international visitors annually.

Macau

Macau suspicious transactions from gaming operators up 11.8% in 2024

Viviana Chan - January 16, 2025

The number of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) filed by gaming operators in Macau increased by 11.8 percent in 2024, reaching a total of 3,847.

Macau

Galaxy Entertainment announces salary increase effective from April 2025

Viviana Chan - January 16, 2025

Macau gaming operator Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has announced a salary increase for all eligible team members at the senior manager grade and below, effective April 1st, 2025.

Australia

Bookmaker VicBet fined for breaches of customer care obligations

Nelson Moura - January 16, 2025

Registered online bookmaker VicBet has been fined AU$130,000 ($83,000) for two violations of its customer care obligations, as announced by of the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC).

Macau

Over 66K multiple-entry visas to Macau issued in two weeks, visitors up 26%

Viviana Chan - January 16, 2025

In less than two weeks, over 66,000 multiple-entry visas have been issued for travel to Macau’s neighboring cities, according to official data. Since January 1st,...

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