Konami unveils fiscal year Q1 revenue upswing of 33.6%
Overall revenues reached JP¥129.5bn, largely driven by a strong digital entertainment sector performance.
Overall revenues reached JP¥129.5bn, largely driven by a strong digital entertainment sector performance.
The amendment increases Japan’s list of eligible overseas races from 32 to 116, although individual markets remain subject to ministerial approval and Japanese participation.
South Korea's foreigners-only casino sector has voiced concerns over plans to increase its tourism fund contribution, arguing the move could reduce investment capacity just as regional competition intensifies ahead of Japan's Osaka integrated resort.
Long-term value matters more than short-term spikes: Affiliates that focus only on emotional moments risk attracting low-retention users, while those building lasting audiences create more sustainable growth.
An AdSense policy update taking effect on August 10 will let Authorized Buyers place gambling ads in newly eligible markets without individually certifying each advertiser with Google.
Anti-doping sample collection increased to 2,225 during the quarter, while lower-level men’s events accounted for seven of the 10 betting alerts received.
Lee joins from Oddin.gg after an 11-year tenure at Sportradar, adding regional experience as the supplier builds a market-specific commercial structure.
Konami Gaming has submitted manufacturer license applications across all applicable categories with Japan's gaming regulator as the country's integrated resort market begins to take shape.
Japanese startups, led by Gen Z entrepreneurs, are launching non-cash prediction markets that allow users to wager on events and earn points rather than money.
Accounts linked to prediction market platforms could face suspension under its compliance policies.