gambling
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Asia
Thai PM says legalising casinos good for revenue and jobs, eyes entertainment project
BANGKOK: Thailand’s government is considering drafting a casino bill and if passed by parliament, it would generate more jobs and…
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Asia
Analysis: Is it illegal for Chinese nationals to gamble overseas, and how might China’s warning hurt regional casinos?
SINGAPORE: The cards are stacked against China in deterring its citizens from gambling abroad even as fresh pressure is exerted…
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Asia
China warns citizens in Singapore to stay away from gambling
BEIJING: China’s embassy in Singapore on Monday (Mar 18) urged its citizens in the city-state to stay away from all…
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Asia
Malaysia turns up the heat on slot machine operators, with senior executives questioned in anti-graft probe
Official government estimates put tax collection from gaming activities at over 4.5 billion ringgit ($1.3 billion) annually, with a bulk…
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United States
Fortnite developer will reimburse unwanted in-game purchases
After a US regulator found Epic Games tricked players into buying cosmetic items in the game Fortnite, millions of players…
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Asia
Commentary: Can Macao bet on tourism and gambling for economic recovery?
It will take some time before Chinese international tourism returns to pre-pandemic levels. Travel to Macao is expected to increase,…
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