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Key Moments: Senator Francisco Huenchumilla has introduced a proposal to create a new casino in the Malleco province of La Araucanía. The project models shared administration between the Mapuche People’s Council and private owners, inspired by indigenous casino frameworks abroad. The initiative intends to drive job creation, promote tourism, and direct gaming tax revenues to the region’s most disadvantaged municipalities. Innovative Partnership Structure Proposed Senator Francisco Huenchumilla of the Christian Democratic Party has put forward a plan to establish a new casino in the Malleco province, situated near Cordillera de…

Key Moments: UK police have arrested a 37-year-old man after the collapse of an £8 million sports betting fund operated by Rory Campbell Approximately 50 investors reportedly lost amounts between £10K and £500K, including prominent members of the racing industry Alastair Campbell, former Downing Street adviser, personally invested £300K in the fund Arrest Follows Disintegration of £8 Million Sports Betting Syndicate London’s Metropolitan Police have confirmed the arrest of an unnamed 37-year-old male on suspicion of fraud by false representation, following the dramatic failure of an £8 million (US$10.7 million)…

Key Moments: SPRIBE has appointed Michael “Venom” Page as the brand ambassador for its Aviator crash game. The partnership is part of a multi-year, multi-million-dollar marketing agreement with UFC featuring Aviator branding during major events. Aviator has expanded its monthly player base from 10 million to over 60 million, fueled by these high-profile collaborations. MVP Joins Forces with SPRIBE SPRIBE has selected UFC welter and middleweight contender Michael “Venom” Page, known globally for his electrifying performances and dynamic style, as the newest ambassador for its Aviator online crash game. With…

Key Moments: Brazil’s online gambling market generated R$35.5 billion in revenue in the first half of the year, with illegal operators capturing 51% of the market. Yield Sec found illegal betting’s market share rose by 10% between the first and second quarters of this year. All Serie A football clubs in Brazil currently have betting operator sponsorships, with 90% featuring betting brands on their front jerseys. Market Dynamics in Brazilian Gambling Illegal gambling operators are increasingly influencing the trajectory of Brazil’s sports sponsorship market, according to Ismail Vali, CEO of…

Key Moments: PAGCOR has donated PHP141 million ($2.4 million) worth of Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to PCSO for distribution across the Philippines. The initiative includes 70 fully equipped vehicles to be given to qualified local government units, supporting emergency medical response especially in remote regions. PAGCOR’s broader vehicle program has already delivered 60 units since February to assist communities, including those affected by Super Typhoon Nando. Strengthening Healthcare Access Nationwide PAGCOR has reaffirmed its commitment to public health with a PHP141 million ($2.4 million) donation of Patient Transport Vehicles. The…

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) has withdrawn from the New York City casino licensing process, raising questions about Resorts World New York’s outlook Genting’s expansion plan for its Queens property includes a proposed investment of $5.5 billion plus $2 billion in community benefits Genting’s bid features a $600 million license fee and tax rates among the highest in the U.S. casino sector Key Moments The competition for New York City’s highly sought-after casino licenses took a dramatic turn when MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) decided to exit the race. This…

Key Moments: The Bills’ Super Bowl odds shifted after back-to-back losses Josh Allen dropped to third in MVP odds, behind Mahomes and Mayfield Several key players, including wide receivers, have been impacted by injuries Recent Struggles Impact Odds and Team Morale The Buffalo Bills enter their bye week amid growing concerns about the team’s direction, following two consecutive defeats that have left fans and analysts questioning their Super Bowl credentials. Their latest setback came in a 24-14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, where the team’s performance was outmatched throughout the…

Key Moments: Gross gaming revenue for the quarter reached PHP6.97 billion (US$120 million), down from PHP8.23 billion (US$141.72 million) in the prior year period VIP table revenue dropped to PHP1.46 billion (US$25.14 million), with rolling chip volume halving to PHP40.69 billion (US$699.26 million) Hotel occupancy rose slightly to 87 percent, and total property visitors increased to 1.41 million in the quarter VIP Segment Continues to Lag Okada Manila, operated by Universal Entertainment, has reported a significant downturn in its third-quarter financial performance, driven chiefly by a sharp slowdown in VIP…

Key Moments: The UK and US have imposed coordinated sanctions, freezing assets tied to the Prince Group and its chairman, Chen Zhi. Authorities have seized multiple high-value London properties and casino assets in Cambodia linked to the network. Investigations revealed that the group laundered funds and ran large-scale online scams through casino operations and cryptocurrency schemes. Sanctions Target Casino-Linked Scam Operations UK and US authorities have taken unified action against a major scam network connected to gambling venues in Southeast Asia. By freezing assets associated with the Prince Group and…

Key Moments: Nese Group was fined €6,000 after a surprise inspection by Lithuania’s Gambling Supervisory Authority. The regulator identified two violations, including running a roulette-based draw without prior approval. Nese Group must resolve one breach by 30 October or face a potential suspension of its table games and Category A slot license. Unapproved Casino Draw Sparks Fine Nese Group, a leading gambling operator in Lithuania, has received a €6,000 penalty from the nation’s Gambling Supervisory Authority. The enforcement followed an unannounced inspection at a Vilnius casino where Nese Group’s Sekmes…