Authorities seize equipment and arrest two suspects during raids in Vientiane Capital.
Wakayama’s previous IR plan was rejected by the prefectural assembly in 2022.
BetConstruct AI has launched The Purest Sportsbook, offering discounts and fee waivers for operators.
Smart gaming machines reached 45.0% of installed machines tracked by Daikoku Denki, while Oizumi's amusement revenue increased 61.5% during the quarter.
Strong pachislot demand helped lift first-half earnings despite softer integrated resort performance in the Philippines.
The supplier has retained its FY27 earnings guidance despite lower machine volumes, while introducing reduced pachinko pricing as parlors become more selective over new installations.
Gaming and pachislot growth helped lift first-quarter earnings as the company kept its full-year guidance unchanged.
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.