09/28/16 PAGCOR rejects PhilWeb proposal for text-based lottery The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) rejected a text-based lottery system proposed by PhilWeb Corp.
09/28/16 Proxy betting on the rise in Southeast Asia Proxy betting has become an increasingly popular way for mainland China players to gamble amid continued scrutiny of high rollers in Macau.
09/27/16 Anti-casino protesters rally outside legislature in Taipei Penghu residents should vote NO to the establishment of casinos, announced protesters outside the Legislative Yuan in Taipei.
09/27/16 Pagcor to reinstate eBingo licenses The Philippine government has backtracked on its stance on gaming, withdrawing an earlier move to revoke the licenses for electronic bingo games or eBingo.
09/27/16 Russia will increase gaming taxes Taxes for gaming operators could double the current amount.
09/23/16 “CASEXE is a passionate proponent of industry development” Russian Gaming Week Sochi released an interview with Ivan Kondilenko, CEO of CASEXE.
09/23/16 Entertainment City keeps growing The Philippine Las Vegas-style gaming hub noted a continuous increment in casino revenues.
09/22/16 Vietnam could approve new horse racetrack The horse racetrack would include sports and recreational areas for customers.
09/20/16 Singapore to legalise online betting It has transpired that Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) may approve online betting by the end of October.
09/19/16 Union Defense Minister said casinos are Goa government’s ‘fait accompli’ Union Defence Minister and former Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said the industry cannot be disturbed as it is the “fait accompli” of the BJP-led state government.
09/19/16 Philippine National Police to focus on eradicating illegal gambling After the war on drugs, the Philippine National Police (PNP) will now focus on eradicating illegal gambling in the country, according to PNP chief Director General Ronald “Bato” de la Rosa said.
09/16/16 PAGCOR could privatise the lottery Philippine Charity and Sweepstakes Office –PCSO– is a state-owned organisation.
09/15/16 GOA claims casino referendum The opposition party demands a referendum on casino businesses.
09/14/16 PAGCOR will grant iGaming licenses The Philippines seek to boost the casino industry with foreign players, whilst discouraging national gambling.
09/13/16 New attempt to legalise casinos in Japan A proposal by pro-gambling groups to legalise casinos in Japan and create an industry worth an estimated US$40 billion a year will come to a head this month.
