08/19/24 Philippine senator opposes e-sabong regulation Senator Villanueva said e-sabong was not a viable solution to revenue needs.
08/19/24 Indonesian minister dedicates Independence Day speech to fight against online gambling Budi Arie Setiadi called for a unified effort to combat online gambling.
08/15/24 Opposition parties criticise Thai casino bill Members of the Bhumjaithai coalition and the opposition Democrat parties say the negative impacts would outweigh any benefits.
08/14/24 Australian communications minister refutes claims of industry pressure on gambling reforms Michelle Rowland says she did not meet with gambling executives.
08/14/24 New South Wales premier rejects proposal to ban gaming machines on Anzac Day Chris Minns said gambling on Anzac Day has a long tradition.
08/12/24 Macau’s new gambling law to address illegal money exchange The jail term for currency conversion offences will range from one month to five years.
08/06/24 Australian government reportedly leaning towards watered-down gambling ad restrictions The new measure has been criticised by anti-gambling advocates, who are pushing for an all-out ban.
07/31/24 Philippine government urged to reveal plans to relocate offshore gaming workers Senator Robin C. Padilla has asked for clarification.
07/26/24 Chinese Embassy welcomes Philippine ban on offshore gaming operators A spokesperson said the decision “echoes the call of the Philippine people”.
07/25/24 Philippines legislators urged to fast-track bill to ban offshore gaming operators The Senate speaker has called for a ban by December.
07/23/24 Philippine president orders ban on offshore gaming operators President Marcos has ordered PAGCOR to wind down operations by the end of the year.
