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Changi Airport Posts Record 70m Passengers in 2025
Singapore’s Changi Airport closed 2025 with a record-breaking 70 million passengers, surpassing pre-pandemic levels as rising capacity, restored routes and long-term infrastructure investment reinforced its status as a leading global aviation hub.
Rank Group CEO John O’Reilly to Retire in January 2026
Rank Group CEO John O’Reilly will retire on 29 January 2026. CFO Richard Harris becomes interim CEO as Rank navigates leadership transition, UK duty changes, and ongoing investigations into €7.1m Spanish payment fraud losses.
Banijay exits bet-at-home after selling 53.9% stake
Banijay has finalised the sale of its majority stake in bet-at-home, closing its chapter with the German-facing operator as it pivots toward consolidating Betclic and Tipico into a scaled European betting platform.
Paradise Co to Acquire Grand Hyatt Incheon West Wing
Paradise Co is set to complete the purchase of the Grand Hyatt Incheon West Wing on January 6, strengthening its integrated resort portfolio. The acquisition adds 500 hotel rooms adjacent to Paradise City, supporting growth in gaming and tourism.
Macau Casino Profits Set to Outpace Revenue in 2026
Macau’s casino sector is heading into 2026 with profitability expected to outpace revenue growth, as analysts point to improved cost discipline, stronger margins, and resilient VIP and mass-market performance.
Jeju Dream Tower Casino Sales Jump 62% in 2025
Jeju Dream Tower delivered strong casino-led growth in 2025, with revenues rising nearly 62% and visitor numbers climbing sharply, reinforcing its position in South Korea’s foreigner-only gaming market despite mixed year-end trends.
Sri Lanka hikes gaming taxes and local casino fees
Sri Lanka’s new gaming tax regime doubles entry fees for locals to $100 and increases the operator gross collection levy to 18%. The changes coincide with the opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka, strengthening state revenue and sector regulation.
Sri Lanka Raises Casino and Betting Levies for 2026
Sri Lanka increases its gaming levies, raising the local casino entry fee to $100 and imposing an 18% gross collection charge on operators above monthly thresholds. The move aligns with tourism growth and formal regulatory oversight.
Wynn Macau Sets $150M IP Payment Cap for 2026
Wynn Macau will pay up to $150 million in 2026 under intellectual property agreements with parent Wynn Resorts. The perpetual license ensures brand continuity while the cap aligns with previous year’s financial planning.
Mega da Virada Draw Delayed Due to Record Betting Volume
The “Mega da Virada” draw was postponed as a surge of last-minute bets overwhelmed systems. Organizers ensured all entries were processed to maintain fairness and credibility, highlighting operational challenges amid record participation.
Kazakhstan Launches New Gambling Zones to Boost Tourism
Kazakhstan will establish new controlled casino zones in key regions to enhance tourism, generate 2–3 billion tenge per venue in taxes, and create around 500 jobs each, supplementing existing legal gaming areas.
Genting Bhd Issues RM3B MTNs to Manage Post-Bid Debt
Genting Bhd has issued RM3 billion in medium-term notes through Genting Vista Bhd to refinance debt from its recent Genting Malaysia takeover attempt, maintaining financial flexibility while the subsidiary remains publicly traded.