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Brazil Backs Tax Hike for Betting, Banks, and Fintechs
Brazil’s government backs Senator Renan Calheiros’ bill to raise taxes on betting firms, banks, and fintechs. The measure aims to strengthen revenues while maintaining balanced fiscal relief, with dividend deadlines and fintech rates also under discussion.
Genting Singapore Q3 Profit Rises on VIP, Tourism Growth
Genting Singapore reported a 16% rise in Q3 revenue to S$649.8 million, driven by VIP gaming growth and strong tourism at Resorts World Sentosa. Ongoing RWS 2.0 expansion and festive campaigns set up a solid year-end outlook.
EGB Launches Lottu with Carlinhos Maia Campaign
EGB has introduced Lottu through its new “Imagina Comigo” campaign featuring Carlinhos Maia, showcasing a digital-first entertainment experience focused on innovation, intuitive design, and responsible gaming. The launch strengthens EGB’s presence in Brazil’s regulated online gaming market.
South Korea Races to Respond to Japan’s MGM Osaka IR
South Korea’s casino industry faces mounting competitive pressure as Japan prepares to open MGM Osaka. Industry leaders call for regulatory reform, strategic reinvention, and major investment to strengthen Korea’s integrated resort sector and safeguard tourism revenue.
Melco Resorts Sees 11% Q3 Revenue Rise as Macau Leads
Melco Resorts & Entertainment posted an 11% rise in Q3 2025 revenue to US$1.31B, led by strong Macau and Cyprus growth. Despite a typhoon disruption, net income jumped fivefold amid stable margins and operational resilience.
Thailand Launches Task Force to Tackle Illegal Money Flows
Thailand has launched a new task force to track illicit money flows tied to gambling, scams, and laundering. The “Connect the Dots” project links data across agencies to strengthen financial intelligence and transparency.
Galaxy Entertainment Reports 21% Revenue Growth in Q3
Galaxy Entertainment Group posted Q3 GGR of HK$12.2bn, up 21% year-on-year, driven by strong mass-market and VIP segments. Despite Typhoon Ragasa, Galaxy Macau remained the key profit driver across the group.
Croatia Launches National Player Register for Safer Gambling
Croatia has launched Registar Igrača, a national player registry managed by HZJZ, to combat gambling addiction and enhance state oversight. By 2026, all licensed operators must integrate with the new public health-focused system.
Northern Ireland Opposes UK Unified Gambling Tax Plan
Northern Ireland lawmakers have urged the UK government to drop plans for a unified gambling tax, arguing that online gaming should be taxed at higher rates to address addiction risks and rising social costs.
Sega Sammy Expands into Global Casino Solutions Market
Sega Sammy Holdings is reorienting its business toward integrated casino solutions, leveraging recent acquisitions and new technologies to establish gaming as its third major growth pillar alongside entertainment and pachinko operations.
Taiwan Freezes NT$4.53bn Linked to Prince Group Scam
Taiwan has frozen NT$4.53 billion in assets linked to Cambodia’s Prince Group and detained 25 suspects, intensifying global efforts against one of Asia’s largest scam networks involved in online fraud and money laundering.
Argentina Tightens Online Gambling Advertising Rules
Argentina has introduced Resolution 446/2025, enforcing mandatory health warnings and stricter ad visibility standards across all online gambling promotions, including influencer and radio advertising, to promote responsible gaming and protect consumers.