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Bloomberry Eyes VIP GGR Boost After China Visa-Free Rule
Bloomberry Resorts’ Solaire Resort could benefit from a rise in VIP gaming in 2026 due to new Chinese visa-free entry. Analysts project a gradual recovery as online gaming expansions and operating costs weigh on performance.
GKL Sees 42% Profit Surge as Foreign Visitors Lift Casinos
Grand Korea Leisure achieved a 42.4% net profit increase in 2025, supported by higher revenue from foreign visitors. GKL’s foreigner-only casinos in Seoul and Busan saw strong table and slot performance driving overall growth.
Kangwon Land Profit Falls Despite Higher Casino Sales
Kangwon Land posted a sharp profit decline in 2025 despite higher revenue, citing weaker non-operating income. The results highlight financial pressures facing South Korea’s only casino open to local players.
Brazil Senate Bill Links Teacher Tax Relief-BettingNow
Brazil’s Senate is reviewing a proposal to exempt teachers earning up to R$10,000 from income tax, with the measure funded through revenue generated by the country’s regulated fixed-odds betting market.
Sweden Online Casinos Face Trust Gap Despite High Usage
New research from CasinoFeber shows online casino play is widespread in Sweden, but player trust is fragile, licence awareness is low, and unlicensed platforms continue to attract users.
Play’n GO Launches Barn Busters Video Slot
Play’n GO’s Barn Busters introduces a colorful 5-reel, 243-ways slot featuring three clever sheep, a dramatic wolf, and playful farmyard chaos, combining character-driven comedy with engaging gameplay mechanics.
Brazil Sees 217,000 Betting Self-Exclusions in 40 Days
More than 217,000 Brazilians opted into self-exclusion within 40 days of the federal platform’s launch, highlighting strong demand for consumer protection as regulators expand oversight of Brazil’s fast-growing betting market.
Malaysia Busts Foreign-Run Online Gambling Ring
Malaysia’s Immigration Department has shut down an online gambling syndicate operated by foreign nationals in Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Bintang, following coordinated raids that led to multiple arrests and the seizure of gambling-related equipment.
Macau Casino Exclusion Requests Jump Nearly 68%
Macau recorded a sharp rise in casino exclusion applications last year, driven mainly by self-exclusions. The increase reflects higher gaming activity post-pandemic and growing reliance on responsible gambling measures.
MC Games Unveils Revamped Homepage for Brazilian Players
MC Games has launched a redesigned homepage as part of a wider platform renovation, introducing AI-driven navigation, faster performance, and improved usability to meet the expectations of Brazil’s growing iGaming audience.
PAGCOR Rules to Trigger Philippine Online Gaming Mergers
PAGCOR’s December 2025 rules require operators to meet strict revenue and guarantee thresholds, driving mergers and partnerships in the Philippine online gaming market and paving the way for a more regulated, consolidated industry.
Rio Grande do Sul Launches Lottery Concession Consultation
Rio Grande do Sul announces a public hearing and consultation for its lottery concession. The process seeks transparency, public input, and alignment with Brazil’s gaming regulations, with private operators invited to participate.