Macau official says casino-revitalised districts attract 1.7 million visits  

Macau's historic districts, revitalised through partnerships with casino operators, have attracted over 1.7 million visitors during events and performances since 2023. The initiative, tied to the city’s 10-year casino license agreements, requires operators to contribute to rejuvenating older areas.

Part 2: Jogo do Bicho, politics, and organized crime

Since 1941, Jogo do Bicho has become illegal, but its influence has grown. Bankers financed political campaigns and created corruption networks involving authorities. Despite social benefits, the game was connected to organized crime, shaking Brazilian institutions.

Steve McCann officially takes the helm at The Star following regulatory approval  

Steve McCann has officially assumed the position of Managing Director and CEO of The Star Entertainment Group, following regulatory approval. Starting on 2 December 2024, McCann's leadership marks a critical turning point for the Australian gaming operator.

Jogo do Bicho: the rise, prohibition, and persistence of a brazilian tradition

Jogo do Bicho emerged in 1892 as a promotional strategy in Rio de Janeiro, becoming a popular and cultural practice. Despite being criminalized in 1941, it remains active clandestinely, supported by organized networks and economic and social influence.

Australian commission reports tougher gambling regulations in Victoria 

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to rigorous gambling oversight, as highlighted in its 2023–24 annual report tabled in Victoria's Parliament.

Genting Malaysia seeks dismissal of over €550 million fraud lawsuit in US Court

Genting Malaysia Berhad (GENM) is embroiled in a high-stakes legal battle as it defends against a RM2.6 billion (€557 million) lawsuit filed by its joint venture partner, RAV Bahamas Ltd. The dispute involves Resorts World Bimini (RWB) in the Bahamas, operated by BB Entertainment Ltd., a company in which GENM holds a 78 percent stake.

Online gambling growth in Malaysia vs its archaic gambling law ban

While land-based casinos and lotteries are regulated, online gambling remains largely unregulated and technically illegal in Malaysia.

Vasco and EstrelaBet donate food baskets for every point scored in the NBB

The "Aposta no Bem" campaign transforms baskets marked by Vasco at NBB into basic baskets for needy families in Barreira do Vasco. The solidarity action, promoted with EstrelaBet, seeks to expand its social impact in 2023.

Blending online and offline gaming: a new era of gaming

At a recent panel at SiGMA Europe, Quantum Gaming CEO Oliver Debono introduced industry veterans Joe Pisano, Founder & CEO at Jade Entertainment and Gaming Technologies, and Daniel Gunba Founder & CEO at Trion Gaming to delve into a classic question: the relationship between online and land-based gaming. Their conversation explored how the rise of…

Office or remote? What is the right fit for Malta’s gaming sector?

As Malta emerges as a global gaming hub, its work environment evolves, mirroring global trends. With 60% of women and 52% of men preferring remote work over full-time office roles, flexible models are vital for talent retention in tech-savvy sectors. Hybrid work combines remote flexibility and office collaboration, catering to dynamic industry demands.