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  1. Macau pushes beyond gaming with $16bn diversification strategy

    The city aims to transform itself into a regional business and technology hub, with non-gaming industries targeted to contribute 60% of GDP by 2030.

    9 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  2. Hokkaido business groups push for IR development

    Eight business groups, including the Hokkaido Economic Federation, argue that an integrated resort could increase tax revenue and strengthen welfare services, among other benefits.

    9 Sep 2026 · 1 min read · By Marieta Lezaic
  3. India's competition regulator closes Google real-money gaming investigation

    The regulator has ended its antitrust investigation after legislative changes effectively eliminated the market at the centre of the dispute.

    9 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  4. Turkey targets 58 suspects in Istanbul illegal betting operation

    The Istanbul investigation forms part of four organised crime probes covering 137 suspects across Turkey, as authorities increase their focus on betting payment networks and associated financial flows.

    8 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Shaan Khan
  5. South Korea expands Polymarket probe with nationwide user summons

    Police widen investigation into prediction market users as debate grows over whether the platform constitutes illegal gambling.

    8 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  6. PhilWeb to sell US$21.36m in treasury shares to JKS Tech Solutions

    PSE halts trading pending additional disclosures on PhilWeb's strategic investment in JKS Tech Solutions.

    8 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  7. Armenia to strengthen blocking of unlicensed gambling sites

    New rules taking effect in February 2027 will expand telecom-level website blocking and restrict advertising associated with unauthorised online gambling and lottery operators.

    7 Sep 2026 · 1 min read · By Jack Found
  8. Singapore High Court blocks enforcement of Macau casino debt judgment

    Court rules enforcing Hong Kong judgment would conflict with Singapore’s public policy on gambling debts.

    7 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  9. PAGCOR highlights gaming's role in tourism and healthcare

    Gaming regulator says licensed casinos support tourism, healthcare and responsible gambling initiatives.

    7 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma
  10. Cambodia reviews casino licensing framework

    Regulator prepares new evaluation standards as Government tightens oversight of the gambling sector.

    7 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma