
Ukraine's recent lottery license tender was somewhat unexpected yet reasonable — only the existing three old players submitted applications, with no new faces seen. This was confirmed by the newly established regulatory body PlayCity, stating that M.S.L., Ukrainian National Lottery (UNL), and PJSC P

South Korean leisure travel company Grand Korea Leisure (GKL) and Naver Cloud announced a major collaboration on December 30, 2025, to jointly develop artificial intelligence technology aimed at fully promoting the digital transformation of the Korean tourism industry. According to the agreement, GK

Recently, the Magistrate's Court in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, handled two notable cases where two women were fined for different illegal activities. These cases remind the public that both online gambling and inability to reasonably explain the source of funds can face legal sanctions, as refl

Macau's Judiciary Police recently dismantled an illegal currency exchange gang linked to gambling activities at a comprehensive resort in Cotai. During the operation, police arrested two female staff members in a watch and jewelry store, and preliminary investigations showed that the illegal exchang

To ensure a smooth transition, the Portuguese government recently announced a temporary three-month extension of the existing casino operating concessions in the key gambling areas of Algarve, Espinho, and Póvoa de Varzim. This measure aims to provide a buffer for the new round of long-term license

For online casino players and operators in New Zealand, a profound wave of change is coming. The government is finalizing a new legislation aimed at completely transforming the current "lawless" market situation, with core goals directly targeting consumer protection and player safety. How will this

Tennessee has recently taken tough measures to clean up dozens of online lottery casinos suspected of being illegal. The state's Attorney General, Jonathan Skrmetti, announced that nearly 40 platforms have received formal cease and desist letters, and these operators have agreed to restrict access t

Sands China, a casino operator in Macau, continued to intensify its efforts in promoting responsible gambling in 2025, hosting over 150 promotional events throughout the year, attracting more than 150,000 participants, and providing over 30,000 hours of training for its employees. These initiatives

New Zealand's gambling market is quite active, with local residents and tourists spending up to $700 million annually on poker, blackjack, and roulette. However, under the current regulatory framework, local operators are prohibited from offering online casino services, leading many players to turn

Behind the high-level personnel earthquake and the continuous slump in stock prices, the Australian Star Sky Entertainment Group is facing a potentially more severe challenge. According to the latest disclosure, the company is still waiting for the final decision of the Australian Financial Crime Re

Macau's gaming industry is undergoing profound structural adjustments, and the recent key acquisition completed by SJM Holdings Limited undoubtedly marks a clear footnote to this transformation. The company has confirmed the completion of the acquisition of the L'Arc Casino Hotel Complex located on

Macau's regulatory authorities have recently approved a key case under the new gaming framework: allowing three "Mocha Clubs" branded slot machine halls to continue operations after 2025 through a management company. This move hides a new key to the industry's response to regulatory and efficiency c

Recently, SJM Resorts has been highly recognized in the field of Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG), winning four awards at the "TVB ESG Awards 2025" and the "Greater Bay Area Building Smart Energy Saving Competition," fully demonstrating its commitment to sustainable development.Double ESG A

As the December 31 deadline approaches, the era of Macau's satellite casinos is drawing to a close. According to the latest announcement from the Macau SAR government, all preparations for the exit are progressing smoothly, labor arrangements are basically ready, and measures to prevent and control

Argentina's judicial department recently successfully froze a huge amount of assets from an illegal online gambling network, amounting to 410 million euros, which is no small sum. One of the leaders of the network, 54-year-old Roberto Javier Zuco, has been ordered to continue pre-trial detention. Th

To expedite the removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) "grey list," the Bulgarian cabinet has officially approved this week the establishment of a specialized Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) task force within the National Police General Directorate. Th