05/14/20 Japan lifts state of emergency in 39 prefectures This news will be welcomed by gaming operators and pachinko halls, which should be able to reopen their doors over the coming days.
05/14/20 Yokohama Mayor “not surprised” by LSV exit Mayor Fumiko Hayashi believes the Covid-19 pandemic played a part on the operator’s decision to withdraw from the IR process.
05/14/20 Galaxy to open Phase 3 in “mid 2021” Operator still aiming for original opening of early 2021 but could see that slip back to mid 2021 as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak.
05/13/20 Las Vegas Sands withdraws from Japan IR race Las Vegas casino operator steps back from IR bid in Yokohama to focus on opportunities elsewhere.
05/11/20 Data shows online gambling on the rise in Australia New data suggest that online gambling continues to rise in Australia, despite the Covid-19 pandemic impacting the industry.