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RTP Settings Spark Debate in UK iGaming Market
A growing debate in the UK iGaming market highlights the use of variable RTP slot configurations, as operators balance margin pressures with player expectations, transparency concerns, and long-term trust in a competitive regulated environment.
Melco Q1 2026 Beats Forecast on Macau Gains
Melco Resorts delivered stronger-than-expected Q1 2026 results, supported by Macau market share gains and solid performance in Manila, though analysts warn of ongoing competition and rising cost pressures in key Asian markets.
Brazil Betting Study Figures Disputed by ANJL
ANJL has challenged a CNC report claiming online betting drained Brazil’s retail sector, arguing the study misinterprets turnover as spending and lacks evidence linking gambling to rising household debt.
Macau April GGR Rises 5.5% but Misses Forecasts
Macau’s April gaming revenue rose 5.5% year-on-year but missed expectations due to weak VIP hold, with underlying demand remaining stable and stronger growth anticipated during the May holiday period.
MGM Osaka Project Advances Toward 2030 Launch
MGM Resorts reports steady construction progress on its $10 billion Osaka integrated resort, highlighting key milestones, funding plans and long-term growth potential as the project moves toward its planned 2030 launch.
Melco Secures Full Control of Trademark Assets
Melco Resorts has acquired its trademark-holding subsidiary for $375 million, gaining full control of intellectual property assets while streamlining its corporate structure and aligning brand ownership with its integrated resort operations.
Tabcorp Restricts Professional Bettors Amid Scrutiny
Tabcorp has restricted several professional bettors across its platforms, citing risk management measures, as the move raises questions around compliance, transparency and the treatment of high-value customers in the betting industry.
Bangladesh Plans Nationwide Gambling Crackdown
Bangladesh is set to launch a nationwide crackdown on gambling and online betting, focusing on illegal operations and financial networks as authorities adopt a stricter enforcement approach following the end of parliament’s session.
EGT Returns to G2E Asia with Expanded Portfolio
EGT will showcase its latest slots, ETGs and jackpot systems at G2E Asia, featuring products tailored for the Asian market and strengthening its presence through new innovations and operator-focused gaming solutions.
Resorts World NYC Opens First Live Dealer Casino
Resorts World New York City has opened the city’s first live dealer casino floor, introducing table games and expanding its offering as part of a broader transformation into a full-scale casino.
South Korea Appoints New Gambling Commission Chair
South Korea has appointed Choi Byung-hwan as chairman of the National Gambling Control Commission, marking a new term focused on strengthening consumer protection while supporting sustainable development across the country’s gambling sector.
Ukraine Sees Surge in Gambling Self-Exclusion Requests
Ukraine has recorded a sharp rise in self-exclusion requests, with over 3,000 applications in 2026, reflecting increased player awareness and stronger regulatory enforcement across both legal and illegal gambling markets.