08/28/20 Malaysia to keep borders shut Authorities fear imported cases of Covid-19 would ruin the country’s success in controlling the outbreak.
08/28/20 Genting Group posts US$398m loss for Q2 Revenue was down 80 per cent year-on-year at US$265.5 million.
08/27/20 Macau tests 53,000 casino workers Macau health authorities have enforced tests at casinos to prevent the spread of Covid-19 despite 62 days with no cases reported in the city.
08/27/20 Silver Heritage creditors to accept recapitalisation bid The casino developer will accept a rescue plan from Philippines-based HatchAsia after declaring it could become insolvent due to the crisis.
08/27/20 Macau might close casinos where virus detected Authorities have suggested that any casino where a Covid-19 case is detected might be required to suspend activities.
08/27/20 New bill to regulate POGOs’ foreign workers Foreign nationals would not be able to be employed without the Department of Labor’s authorisation.
08/27/20 SkyCity to reopen Auckland casino next week Auckland continues in level of alert 3 in the fight against Covid-19 until next Monday.
08/27/20 Soft2Bet furthers Asia expansion with new brand The white label platform provider has launched a new B2B casino and sportsbook product called Irokobet.
08/27/20 Jumbo Interactive eyes international opportunities The online lottery operator is seeking new business in Australia, UK, Canada and the US after announcing growth in annual revenue.
08/27/20 China creates blacklist of overseas gambling destinations The country will impose travel restrictions to stop Chinese citizens from visiting overseas gambling destinations.
08/26/20 Saipan: Casino Commission pledges good governance The gaming regulator in Saipan has issued a statement to pledge good and fair governance over casino industry after legal troubles with IPI.
08/26/20 South Korea: concerns over casino layoffs on Jeju island The casino sector has been excluded from government support during the pandemic and the situation could impact on employment.
08/26/20 Osaka: casino resort project suspended due to Covid-19 Osaka city was expected to develop its integrated resort project this year but the current situation has halted all plans until further notice.
08/26/20 Vietnam looks to facilitate casino investments The eight casinos already operating in the country have doubled their revenue in the last three years, according to the Ministry of Finance.
08/26/20 Japan’s pachinko sales down 31.7% in June Sales continue to be hit by the Covid-19 pandemic according to a survey from the Japanese government.
