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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

UAE: Ciarán Carruthers appointed GCGRA CEO

Carruthers joins the regulator after serving as CEO of Crown Resorts.

1 min read • Jun 9 • By Marieta Lezaic

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UAE removes civil code gambling provisions as GCGRA framework expands

The change takes effect as the UAE builds out licensing for lottery, land-based gaming, internet gaming and sports wagering.

2 min read • Jun 2 • By Shaan Khan

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Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific 2026: Winners announced in Manila

The Awards, powered by Global Gaming Insider, once again celebrated excellence across the Asia-Pacific region.

3 min read • Jun 2 • By Mariya Savova

Legal & Regulatory Conferences & Exhibitions + 2 more

Your guide to SiGMA Asia 2026

The SiGMA Asia summit will hold its next event at the Mall of Asia Complex from May 31 to June 3, 2026.

8 min read • May 27 • By Eddie Overs

How can integrated casino resorts incorporate travel agencies into their marketing?

Rather than making the property the destination, casinos in Macau could make themselves a useful stop for tourists and locals as a way to introduce themselves to a new demographic.

5 min read • May 14 • By Megan Elswyth

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BetBlocker adds Syrian Arabic support

The gambling harm prevention charity said usage in Syria has been increasing as it expands multilingual access across Europe and neighbouring regions.

2 min read • May 13 • By Shaan Khan

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G2E Asia + Asian IR Expo 2026 Opens Today

G2E Asia + Asian IR Expo opens today at The Venetian Macao, bringing together global leaders across gaming, entertainment, and integrated resorts as digital innovation continues to reshape the industry’s next phase of growth.

4 min read • May 12 • By Eddie Overs

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South Korea expands anti-cybercrime cooperation with Laos and Cambodia

Korean police are training Southeast Asian investigators in cryptocurrency tracing and online gambling probes as scam networks across the region continue to expand and adapt.

2 min read • May 12 • By Shaan Khan

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Wynn considers postponing UAE resort opening

The $5.1bn Wynn Al Marjan Island project remains central to the UAE’s emerging regulated gaming framework.

2 min read • May 6 • By Shaan Khan