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Key Moments: The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation revoked One Visaya Gaming Corporation’s B2C licence less than three months after its Cebu City live casino studio launch. This regulatory action, attributed to know-your-customer violations, requires OVG to close the Bigwin29 casino site by 8 October 2025. Shares in OVG dropped nearly six percent after the announcement, with an observed 4.5 percent decline at 11.08 A.M. in Stockholm. Regulatory Action and Market Response Philippines-based One Visaya Gaming Corporation (OVG) experienced a significant regulatory setback as the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation…

Key Moments: The latest Gambling Survey for Great Britain found that 48% of adults had gambled in the past 4 weeks, with this figure dropping to 28% when excluding lottery ticket buyers. In 2024, 2.7% of Great Britain’s adults registered a score of 8 or higher on the Problem Gambling Severity Index, which remains steady compared to 2023. The UK Gambling Commission has introduced rule changes including financial vulnerability checks and requirements for consumer deposit limits. Comprehensive Survey Highlights Gambling Trends in Great Britain The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has…

Key Moments: Authorities apprehended 18 individuals during a late-night raid in Bhayandar West. Approximately ₹5 lakh in cash and 16 mobile phones were confiscated at the scene. The primary mastermind of the gambling ring remains at large as police intensify investigations. Heightened Police Action Against Illegal Gambling A late-night enforcement operation in Bhayandar West culminated in the exposure of a clandestine gambling den. Officers from the Mira Bhayandar Vasai Virar (MBVV) Police executed the raid, resulting in the arrest of 18 individuals alleged to be involved in unauthorized betting activities.…

Key Moments: PAGCOR conducted an agency-wide orientation on responsible AI use, focusing on Microsoft Copilot and governance safeguards. 86 percent of AI-assisted chat application users in the Philippines have adopted Copilot in 2024, marking significant workplace transformation. PAGCOR’s education initiatives target the risks of gaming and new technologies, introducing a three-pronged framework against illegal online gambling. Agency-Wide AI Orientation Focuses on Governance The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) recently organized a comprehensive online session on the effective and responsible use of Microsoft Copilot. Emphasizing the balance between progress and…

Key Moments: Fiona Hickey, previously with Push Gaming, has been appointed Managing Director at Games Inc Games Inc is planning to expand its distribution, accelerate game production, and enhance its platform infrastructure The company intends to strengthen its reputation as a partner-focused, slot-oriented content provider for international operators Leadership Transition Targets International Growth Games Inc has announced the appointment of Fiona Hickey as its new Managing Director. Hickey recently departed Push Gaming after six years. Now, she joins Games Inc with a clear mandate: drive the company’s international expansion. She…

Key Moments: Lotte Tour Development Co Ltd saw its casino revenue surge 86.3 percent year-on-year in September 2025 to nearly KRW52.95 billion. South Korea has begun a visa-free entry program for Chinese travel groups, running until June 2026, aiming to draw more foreign visitors. Paradise Co Ltd announced the acquisition of the West Wing of Grand Hyatt Incheon for KRW 210 billion as part of its expansion. Record-Breaking Financial Performance South Korea’s three foreigner-only casino operators have reported strong year-on-year growth for September 2025, as the country positions itself to…

Key Moments: NagaCorp Ltd. reported a 29.6 percent rise in gross gaming revenue to $532.2 million for the nine months ending September 30, 2025. Premium VIP rolling volume soared by 77.7 percent year-on-year, reaching $4.69 billion during this period. Mass market and referral VIP segments both showed significant growth, with tables and electronic gaming showing double-digit gains. Robust Gains Led by Premium VIP Activities NagaCorp Ltd., headquartered in Phnom Penh, delivered significant revenue growth over the first nine months of 2025, largely propelled by its premium VIP gaming segment at…

Key Moments: Jeju Dream Tower attracted 59,050 casino visitors in September 2025, surpassing the previous monthly record. Casino sales climbed 23.2 percent month-to-month, reaching KRW 52.9 billion (US$37.6 million). Year-to-date casino sales increased 51.3 percent year-on-year to KRW 333.9 billion (US$238 million). Record-Setting Visitation Drives Growth Jeju Dream Tower, owned by Lotte Tour, achieved unprecedented results in September 2025 as it continued its upward trajectory within South Korea’s gaming sector. The property welcomed 59,050 guests to its casino during the month, outdoing the 57,042 customer record from August. This momentum…

Key Moments: The ANJL submitted a Technical Note to the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) questioning the constitutionality of the new API of Restricted Users under the SIGAP system. Laws published on October 1, 2025, automatically ban Bolsa Família and BPC beneficiaries from fixed-odds betting sites, sparking concerns of legal overreach and operational challenges. The ANJL has argued that the policy could drive affected individuals toward unregulated betting platforms and undermine responsible gaming initiatives. Debate Ignited Over New Betting Restrictions The Brazilian gaming sector has entered a phase of…

Key Moments: Bragg Gaming Group has introduced exclusive online casino content with Caesars Entertainment in West Virginia. This launch marks Bragg’s entry into its sixth U.S. iGaming state, broadening its North American market reach. Bragg has projected double-digit growth in both revenue and adjusted EBITDA for 2025 through continued expansion and proprietary content development. Latest Collaboration Advances Bragg’s U.S. Strategy Bragg Gaming Group, a Toronto-based B2B iGaming content and technology provider, has unveiled the release of its exclusive and custom casino titles with Caesars Entertainment in West Virginia. This collaboration…