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Crown Royal Commission outcome could help Star, analysts say

Analysts at JP Morgan believe the Victoria Royal Commission’s decision to allow Crown Melbourne to keep its licence under stricter conditions could benefit The Star Entertainment as it also faces a licence review.

10/26/21

Crown Resorts found unsuitable to operate Crown Melbourne

The casino operator will keep its licence but under strict new conditions with the appointment of a Special Manager with unprecedented powers.

10/25/21

Crown Perth failed to conduct an investigation after a gambler was arrested, inquiry hears

Lonnie Bossi, Crown Perth’s CEO, told the WA Royal Commission into Crown Resorts that the casino operator didn’t investigate Daniel Petkov, a former bank manager who gambled millions in stolen funds.

10/25/21

Macau’s last public consultation session was held today

Macau’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) has held its last session. The public consultation period will run until October 29.

10/22/21

Macau gaming law consultation sessions resume today

Authorities in Macau have finally resumed the public consultation sessions on gaming laws with the presence of representatives from at least three of the city’s six gaming operators.

10/22/21

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Australia: ACMA blocks 5 offshore gambling sites

10/21/21

Cambodia sets requirements for new and existing casinos

Authorities in Cambodia have announced a new minimum capital requirement of KHR800bn (US$200m) for integrated commercial gambling centres.

10/21/21

Junkets request details on Macau’s proposed new gaming laws

Kwok Chi Chung, president of a junket trade body, has asked for clarity on the government’s proposed changes to the city’s gaming laws.

10/19/21

Philippines banks warned to work only with registered POGOs

The Central Bank of the Philippines has reminded banks and financial institutions to deal only with registered POGOs.

10/19/21

Star Entertainment to face ILGA public hearings next year

The New South Wales Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) has confirmed that public hearings will be held next year as part of The Star Casino’s licence review.

10/18/21

Goa dismisses challenge to ban on locals entering casinos

Authorities in Goa have dismissed a petition that called for local people to be allowed to play at the state’s casinos.

10/18/21

CNMI court denies motion to appoint receiver for IPI sale

Fanter Corporation had filed a motion for the appointment of a receiver for the sale of IPI’s property.

10/18/21

Zhuhai to ease travel restrictions with Macau from tomorrow

From October 19, travellers from Macau who want to enter Zhuhai will only have to show a negative Covid-19 test and will no longer be required to quarantine on arrival.

10/15/21

Australia: VCGLR cleared of corruption and wrongdoing

An enquiry chaired by Ian Freckelton has found that the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) did not fail in its regulation of Victoria’s gambling industry.

10/15/21

IPI complies with court order in lawsuit filed by former employee

IPI has finally complied with a federal court order and made payments for a lawsuit filed by a former IPI employee who alleged discrimination.

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Crown Royal Commission outcome could help Star, analysts say

Crown Resorts found unsuitable to operate Crown Melbourne

Crown Perth failed to conduct an investigation after a gambler was arrested, inquiry hears

Macau’s last public consultation session was held today

Macau gaming law consultation sessions resume today

Australia: ACMA blocks 5 offshore gambling sites

Cambodia sets requirements for new and existing casinos

Junkets request details on Macau’s proposed new gaming laws

Philippines banks warned to work only with registered POGOs

Star Entertainment to face ILGA public hearings next year

Goa dismisses challenge to ban on locals entering casinos

CNMI court denies motion to appoint receiver for IPI sale

Zhuhai to ease travel restrictions with Macau from tomorrow

Australia: VCGLR cleared of corruption and wrongdoing

IPI complies with court order in lawsuit filed by former employee

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