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India Blocks 242 Illegal Betting Sites Post-PROG Act
India has blocked 242 additional illegal betting websites, bringing the total above 7,800. The move follows the PROG Act 2025, aiming to protect users and reinforce enforcement against unregulated online money gaming platforms.
Brazilian Group Proposes Casino in Punta del Este
A Brazilian group is preparing a proposal for a new privatized casino in Punta del Este, Uruguay, integrated into a mixed-use complex featuring residential units, retail, entertainment, and leisure facilities, highlighting sustainable tourism and regulated gaming development.
Brazil President Lula Flags Online Betting Growth Risks
Brazilian President Lula highlighted the rapid growth of online betting, backing Central Bank monitoring while raising concerns over social and institutional impacts. The move underscores continued regulatory attention on the country’s expanding digital gambling market.
Brazil Strengthens Enforcement Against Illegal Betting Sites
Brazil strengthens its betting market oversight with Cooperation Agreement 4/2025, enabling SPA, Anatel, and ANJL to detect and block illegal platforms while protecting players, supporting licensed operators, and improving market transparency.
Macau 4Q25 Casino Revenue Boosted by VIP Baccarat
Macau’s Q4 2025 casino revenue reached MOP66.06 billion, led by VIP baccarat growth at 30.7% of GGR, while mass market gaming remained steady and sports lottery showed mixed results, per DICJ figures.
Delta Corp Profit Slumps as India Gaming Rules Tighten
Delta Corp posted a steep drop in Q4 2025 profits as tighter online gaming regulations, higher GST and unresolved tax disputes continued to pressure its casino, hospitality and legacy online investments in India.
Asia Tightens Gambling Laws as Regulatory Pressure Grows
Asian gambling markets are undergoing stricter regulatory scrutiny as governments strengthen licensing regimes, enhance enforcement tools and clamp down on unlicensed betting, according to a new global legal analysis by DLA Piper.
HKJC, HKCR Launch Racing with Rugby Week
Hong Kong China Rugby, the Hong Kong Jockey Club and Hong Kong Football Club have announced a new April collaboration combining rugby and horse racing, launching Racing with Rugby Week to celebrate the Hong Kong Sevens’ 50th anniversary.
Philippine Senator Proposes BSP Bank Secrecy Reform Bill
Senate Bill 1047 aims to give the BSP authority to investigate bank accounts suspected of money laundering, fraud, or illicit gambling, complementing e-wallet disconnections and PSP restrictions to strengthen financial enforcement in the Philippines.
LVS Asia Operations Strong as Macau Costs Rise in 4Q25
Las Vegas Sands leverages Marina Bay Sands’ dominance in Singapore while Sands China recovers market share in Macau. Galaxy, Melco, MGM and SJM face varied challenges, highlighting the impact of diversification and property positioning in Asia’s gaming markets.
Brazil SPA Says No Fraud in Gambling Self-Exclusion Schemes
Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Bets has confirmed no fraud cases have been recorded involving the country’s centralized gambling self-exclusion system, addressing operator concerns and clarifying rules on bet validity during the exclusion activation period.
US Prosecutors Charge 26 in College Basketball Betting Ring
US prosecutors have charged 26 individuals over an alleged multi-year point-shaving operation that targeted college basketball games, bribed players to miss spreads, and profited through regulated sportsbooks across multiple competitions.