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She Zhijiang’s Extradition to China Confirmed by Thai Court A Thai appeals court has ruled in favor of extraditing She Zhijiang to China. Beijing views She as a major figure in international crime, accusing him of overseeing more than 200 illegal online gambling platforms. Charges and Allegations Against She Zhijiang Thai prosecutors announced that She […]

ProphetX Takes a Major Step Toward Regulatory Approval ProphetX, an innovative platform focusing on user-driven sports prediction markets, has submitted applications to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) seeking registration as both a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and a Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO). This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey to integrate […]

Far East Consortium to Divest Part of Ritz-Carlton Perth Investment Far East Consortium International (FEC) has revealed its intention to sell a portion of its ownership in The Ritz-Carlton Perth, a prestigious five-star hotel situated along the Elizabeth Quay waterfront. The prospective buyer is AMTD Group, a diversified conglomerate involved in sectors such as media, […]

Blask Surpasses 100 iGaming Markets Blask, a cutting-edge AI-driven iGaming analytics provider, has reached a significant milestone by delivering services in over 100 distinct iGaming markets worldwide. This achievement means Blask now offers analytical insights in more than half of the countries around the globe. Expansion Across Africa, Asia, and Europe The company recently broadened […]

Call for Balanced Gambling Regulation Grainne Hurst, CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), has urged the UK government and Chancellor to adopt a measured approach when considering changes to gambling regulations. She emphasized the importance of not unfairly targeting the gambling sector as a solution to the country’s financial challenges. Controversy Over Proposed […]

Genting Berhad’s Strategic Move to Fully Acquire Genting Malaysia Malaysian conglomerate Genting Berhad has revealed plans to acquire the remaining 50.64% stake it does not already own in its publicly listed subsidiary, Genting Malaysia Berhad. The acquisition deal is valued at approximately MYR 6.74 billion, equivalent to about $1.6 billion. To support this significant transaction, […]

Overview of Financial Performance Sega Sammy Holdings announced its financial results for the first half of the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, revealing results that fell short of expectations. The company’s net sales decreased by 5% compared to the previous year, reaching JPY 201.1 billion (approximately $1.31 billion). Adjusted EBITDA experienced a significant decline […]

Long-Term License Renewal for Queenstown Casino New Zealand has granted a 15-year extension to the operating license of SkyCity Entertainment Group’s premier casino located in Queenstown. This decision comes as the country explores the possibility of updating its gambling regulations to include more liberal policies, particularly concerning online gambling platforms. Effective Dates and Market Context […]

License Extension for Queenstown Casino New Zealand has granted a 15-year extension to the license of SkyCity Entertainment Group’s main casino in Queenstown. This decision comes as New Zealand explores the development of a more flexible gambling regulatory framework, which includes potential changes for online casinos. Effective Date and Market Context The new license extension […]

Law enforcement officials in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana, are examining a reported shooting near the home of David Sickey, the chairman of the Coushatta Tribe. The incident took place late Sunday night at around 11:15 PM. It was reported that a bullet penetrated a window at the residence where Sickey’s child was present. Fortunately, there […]