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Las Vegas casino has one week to give away $1.6 million

Nevada law requires closing casinos to give away accumulated jackpots: the Mirage must distribute $1.6 million in one week.

Unrest at Evolution Georgia, from scandals and controversies to an impending strike

Online gambling service provider Evolution Georgia is facing a major labour strike. The company, a Swedish entity listed on the Stockholm stock exchange, is known for its services to various high-profile online casinos worldwide. It boasts a workforce of approximately 8,000 employees.

How to recognise human trafficking victims: insights from the American Gaming Association

On Tuesday, the AGA endorsed legislation aimed at fighting human trafficking by training employees in the hospitality industry.

PAGCOR’s H1 2024 remittance to Philippine Treasury hits €51.6 million  

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) remitted PHP3.27 billion (€51.6 million) to the national treasury in May 2024, a 25 percent increase from the PHP2.6 billion (€41 million) recorded in May 2023.

Macau hotels forecast over 90% occupancy as expert expresses optimism for summer season 

Macau’s hotel industry is expecting a surge in occupancy rates this summer, with projections exceeding 90 percent. In a Macau Daily report, Lou Chi Leong, the director of the Macau Hoteliers & Innkeepers Association, conveyed this optimistic outlook. According to Lou, the peak period from mid-July to the end of August is anticipated to see a significant influx of visitors.

Philippines’ Marcos supports ‘nomad visa’ initiative to attract long-term foreign visitors 

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has endorsed a proposal to introduce "nomad visas" to attracts long-stay foreign visitors to the country. According to a report of the Philippine News Agency, the Private Sector Advisory Council for Tourism (PSAC-Tourism) recommended the issuance of an executive order (EO) to expedite the implementation of these visas without initial tax incentives, which could be incorporated following the passage of related legislation.

Indonesia: journalist allegedly killed for investigating illegal gambling

A journalist and his family died in a fire in Indonesia, a death allegedly linked to his work on illegal gambling.

UAE residents mixed on Wynn Resorts’ impact on Ras Al Khaimah, survey reveals   

As Wynn Resorts prepares to open the first-ever casino in the UAE, a survey conducted by Dubai Casinos reveals varied opinions on its potential impact on Ras Al Khaimah. This landmark development, set to launch in 2026 on Marjan Island, has sparked significant interest and debate among locals.

Out of sight, out of mind: fighting problem-gambling in Australia

In Australia, new innovative measures to protect players from problem gambling are being implemented or advocated.

Betting on a landslide as Labour dominates UK political landscape

Today the United Kingdom is on the brink of a historic election, with the Labour Party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, heading towards a landslide victory. The betting odds reflect this sentiment, with a Labour majority being the outcome at 1/33. Other possibilities, such as a Labour minority or a coalition with the Liberal Democrats, are considered less likely, with odds of 50/1 and 66/1 respectively.