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Macau gambling counseling cases rise 17% in first five months

Counseling service reports increasing demand for support as more young people seek help for gambling-related problems.

2 min read • Jun 12 • By Keih Ma

Armenia considers gambling ban for vulnerable groups and spending limits

The proposed law would prohibit gambling for individuals receiving state support while including wider population spending caps.

2 min read • Jun 11 • By Marieta Lezaic

Responsible Gambling Land Based + 1 more

Korea: IMM Vice Chairman joins youth anti-gambling campaign

Executive calls for broader social participation to curb rise of cyber gambling among adolescents.

1 min read • Jun 11 • By Keih Ma

A picture from the 2026 Hong Kong Tourism Development Forum

Land Based Horseracing + 2 more

Hong Kong Jockey Club hosts inaugural Tourism Cup as part of development forum

The joint celebrations between the 2026 Hong Kong Tourism Development Forum and the Tourism Cup were attended by executives from several companies and government positions.

1 min read • Jun 11 • By Megan Elswyth

Casino Marketing + 1 more

Brett Lee named first brand ambassador for UAE’s licensed betting platform Play971

Former Australia fast bowler takes on first commercial role in the country’s regulated gaming sector.

1 min read • Jun 11 • By Keih Ma

Land Based Appointments + 2 more

Okada Manila appoints Shirley Tam as new EVP and CMO

Veteran gaming executive returns to lead marketing strategy as resort reports solid first-quarter results.

1 min read • Jun 11 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 2 more

Macau regulator dismisses ‘black box’ rumors, warns public of refund scams

Gaming authority says no irregularities found in casino equipment and urges disputes be handled through official channels.

1 min read • Jun 11 • By Keih Ma

Appointments Personnel + 1 more

BetConstruct AI appoints Lena Yasir as CEO

The former Pragmatic Play commercial chief takes the top job at the AI-focused iGaming technology provider.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Milagros del Priore

Legal & Regulatory Marketing + 3 more

Uzbekistan warns of rising illegal betting ads ahead of World Cup 2026

Detected violations will be referred to enforcement bodies, including cybersecurity units within the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Kazakhstan to open two new casinos next year

In February, President Tokayev signed legislation establishing four additional gambling zones across the country.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic