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Korean Casinos Deploy AI for Surveillance, Audits
Grand Korea Leisure Co Ltd and Kangwon Land Inc have introduced AI-powered surveillance and audit systems to enhance table monitoring, risk detection and regulatory compliance across South Korea’s casino sector.
Hokkaido Sets FY2026 Budget to Review IR Casino Plan
Hokkaido has earmarked JPY9.98 million in its FY2026 draft budget to reassess its integrated resort policy, consulting stakeholders and refining a regional IR concept ahead of Japan’s next casino licensing window.
Macau Golden Week Opens With Double-Digit Visitor Growth
Macau opened Lunar New Year Golden Week with more than 147,000 visitors on day one, posting double-digit growth and heavy border flows, signaling strong early momentum for tourism, hospitality, and gaming demand.
Sands China Doubles Dividend, Names Patrick Dumont Chair
Sands China Ltd raised its 2025 final dividend to HKD0.50 per share and confirmed Patrick Dumont as incoming chairman, highlighting stable shareholder returns and leadership continuity despite a year-on-year profit decline.
Sri Lanka’s Hyatt Tower Attracts Investor Interest in Casino
Sri Lanka’s stalled Hyatt Tower project in Colombo is attracting investors, with interest in a potential casino license becoming a central factor. Pre-qualification ensures only serious buyers access confidential project data and bidding opportunities.
Westside Resort Unveiled with New Structure in Manila
Manila’s former LET X project has been rebranded as Westside Resort under ECRC. Alliance Global Group and Travellers will oversee operations, keeping the project on track for a third-quarter 2026 opening in Entertainment City.
NAIA Hits Record Passenger Traffic in January
Manila’s NAIA recorded its highest-ever monthly passenger volume in January, with international and total traffic reaching new records, as operational upgrades and biometric systems helped the airport manage rising travel demand efficiently.
Macquarie Names Wynn Top Macau Gaming Pick for 2026
Macquarie analysts have named Wynn their preferred Macau gaming stock for 2026, pointing to premium segment strength, expected market share gains, solid GGR momentum and additional valuation upside linked to the Al Marjan development.
Corona Resort Launches Premium Mass Gaming Floor
Corona Resort & Casino has opened a new Premium Mass gaming area on Phu Quoc, featuring higher betting limits, dedicated tables, and enhanced privacy, targeting premium mass players within Vietnam’s evolving regulated casino market.
Bradford Launches Campaign to Cut Gambling Harm
Bradford Council is rolling out a gambling harm reduction campaign aimed at 18–34-year-olds after a report estimated annual local costs of £13.7m, highlighting venue clustering and rising youth and unregulated gambling activity.
Vietnam Approves Local Casino Access Pilot at Ho Tram
Vietnam has authorised a five-year pilot programme allowing qualified local residents to gamble at selected casinos, including The Grand Ho Tram, testing a regulated model designed to support stable casino operations while maintaining strict social safeguards.
City of Dreams Sri Lanka posts positive EBITDA in Q4
City of Dreams Sri Lanka achieved positive adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2025 during its first full quarter of operations, reflecting early momentum across gaming, hotels and retail under Melco’s long-term casino licence.