Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: Analysts concerned over Genting acquisition Summary Analysts are warning that Genting Berhad’s proposed US$1.6 billion takeover of its subsidiary, Genting Malaysia, could strain the parent’s finances and weaken its credit profile. Moody’s has opened a downgrade review of Genting Berhad following the bid, and commentators say the situation could deteriorate further […]
Chinese hackers blamed for severe breach at US Cyber Firm F5 | Microsoft aims to make most new products outside China from 2026 | Labor to crack down on crypto ATMs amid scam surge Summary A major US cybersecurity firm, F5 Inc., disclosed a potentially “catastrophic” breach attributed to state-backed Chinese actors. Attackers obtained persistent […]
Resorts World New York raises the stakes with fresh promises Summary Resorts World New York (a Genting Group subsidiary) has submitted a supplemental application to the New York State Gaming Facility Location Board, pledging an extra $2bn in community benefits for an expansion of its existing slots-only venue at Aqueduct Racetrack in Queens. That commitment, […]
Nevada Gaming Control Board warns gaming operators away from sports events contracts Summary The Nevada Gaming Control Board, via Chair Mike Dreitzer, has issued a formal notice warning holders of gaming licences and their affiliates to avoid offering or partnering on sports-event contracts (often called prediction markets) unless they meet Nevada’s gaming requirements. The Board […]
Japan plans tech and tourism hub around upcoming $3.9 billion MGM Osaka resort Summary Japan is repositioning Yumeshima, an artificial island in Osaka, as a high‑tech tourism and innovation district anchored by MGM Osaka, a JPY28 billion (about $3.92 billion) joint venture between MGM Resorts International and Orix Corporation. Scheduled to open in 2030, the […]
Rising tax pressures threaten Brazil’s legal betting industry as illegal operators gain ground, IBJR warns | Yogonet International Summary The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR) warns that proposals to raise taxes on licensed betting platforms — including plans that could double current rates — risk undermining Brazil’s newly regulated betting market. Higher tax burdens […]
Board Notice to Licensee Summary The Nevada Gaming Control Board has issued Notice #2025-77 clarifying that so-called “sports event contracts” — and certain other event-based contracts — are considered wagering under NRS 463.0193 and 463.01962. The Board says this applies regardless of whether the contract is listed on a CFTC-regulated exchange or elsewhere. Examples include […]
Control Board warns gaming companies to avoid prediction markets Summary Nevada gaming regulators have issued a firm warning to licensed gaming operators: do not partner with event prediction markets. Chairman Mike Dreitzer released a two-page industry notice titled “Sports Event Contracts are Wagers” that spells out the Control Board’s view that certain prediction contracts (naming […]
PrizePicks Secures Licence to Operate Fantasy Sports in New York Summary PrizePicks has been awarded an interactive fantasy sports operating licence by the New York State Gaming Commission, allowing the company to launch its peer-to-peer daily fantasy sports (DFS) product in the state. New York becomes the 16th jurisdiction to recognise PrizePicks’ contests as games […]
ASA’s CAP and BCAP Introduce Guidance Updates to Protect Minors Summary The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) says its Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) and Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP) have updated guidance to better shield under-18s from the effects of gambling and lottery advertising. The rules, originally tightened in 2022 by replacing a […]
