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Universal Entertainment Cuts 2025 Forecast Amid Okada Manila
Universal Entertainment lowers its 2025 outlook to a JPY14 billion loss as Okada Manila sees falling VIP revenue and tourist numbers. Renovations and marketing initiatives aim to stabilize operations and retain customers amid market pressures.
Vietnam Convicts Officials in $106M King Club Gambling Case
Vietnamese authorities have sentenced officials and accomplices involved in the $106M King Club illegal gambling operation. The case exposes systemic vulnerabilities, enforces accountability, and strengthens regulatory oversight over domestic and international actors.
DigiPlus Adapts to Philippine Online Gaming Regulation
DigiPlus Interactive faces regulatory challenges in the Philippines, focusing on high-value players, AI-driven personalization, locally developed games, and selective international expansion while maintaining leadership in the evolving online gaming market.
Turkish Football Hit by Major Betting Scandal
Turkey’s football sector faces unprecedented turmoil as a massive betting investigation suspends over 100 players. The Turkish Football Federation cracks down on match-related gambling, extending scrutiny to referees and promising further disciplinary measures.
Philippines Targets Influencers Over Illegal Gambling Ads
Philippine regulators have handed a list of 30 influencers to police after they allegedly continued promoting illegal gambling sites. The crackdown marks a renewed push to enforce digital accountability and curb unlicensed operators’ reach across social platforms.
Aristocrat Casinos Exit as Ontario iGaming Reshapes
Aristocrat-powered casinos Betiton and MagicRed have left Ontario’s regulated market, tightening the operator landscape as iGO removes both brands. While exits continue, new platforms are preparing launches, keeping the province’s competitive iGaming sector in motion.
ALEA Elected First Vice President of Cibelae 2025–2027
ALEA has been elected First Vice President of Cibelae for 2025–2027, reinforcing its regional leadership in lotteries and sports betting. The organization emphasizes responsible, transparent, and sustainable gaming practices across Ibero-America.
Chile Declares Online Gambling Illegal Under Current Law
The Chilean Comptroller has declared online gambling illegal, confirming SCJ cannot regulate platforms. The ruling highlights consumer risks from unlicensed operators and pressures lawmakers to create a regulated iGaming framework.
Macau Premium Segment Drives Strong 2025 Gaming Recovery
Macau’s gaming market rebounds sharply in 2025, led by premium and VIP play. Sands China and Galaxy Entertainment capture growing market share as tourism stabilizes and regional financial confidence boosts high-value customer spending.
Better Collective Holds 2025 Outlook Despite Q3 Decline
Better Collective posted a softer Q3 as low sports margins and Brazil’s regulatory shifts weighed on revenue. Despite the downturn, the group reaffirmed its 2025 outlook, supported by strong paid media growth, new financing, and accelerated AI expansion.
YGS Live Launches to Unite Licensed iGaming Creators
YGS Live has launched in the Philippines to unite iGaming creators under PAGCOR-licensed operators. The platform promotes responsible content and features the Battle of the Streamers tournament with a PHP 11 million prize pool.
Thailand Extradites Suspected Gambling Kingpin to China
Thailand has extradited She Zhijiang, the alleged mastermind behind massive illegal gambling and cyber scam networks, to China after a lengthy legal battle. The case highlights escalating regional cooperation to dismantle cross-border criminal enterprises across Southeast Asia.