EGBA calls proposed EU online gambling levy fundamentally unworkable

(AsiaGameHub) –   The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has criticized a proposed EU online gambling levy that would be imposed alongside existing national gambling taxes, labeling the initiative as ‘fundamentally unworkable’. According to the EGBA, an EU online g […]

Entain keen to embrace new UK opportunities

(AsiaGameHub) –   Entain has highlighted its strong interest in the UK gambling sector, as Chief Executive Officer Stella David noted that the operator is expanding its market presence as the 40% remote gaming duty (RGD) period commences. Mike Snape, Chief Financial Officer, pointed out t […]

The gaming sector in the UAE attains a new milestone

(AsiaGameHub) –   The United Arab Emirates lottery has expanded into the physical realm with the launch of its inaugural land-based location, where customers can now buy tickets for lottery draws. Initially launched in December 2024, the UAE Lottery was accessible solely via dig […]

US imposes sanctions on Mexican casinos due to cartel connections

(AsiaGameHub) –   Authorities in the United States have imposed sanctions on two Mexican casinos due to their connections with the Cartel del Noreste, an organization previously labeled a terrorist group by the Trump administration. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US De […]

Entain Welcomes ASA’s Reversal of Ladbrokes Advert Ruling

(AsiaGameHub) –   Entain has expressed its support for the decision by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) to overturn a previous ruling that found a Ladbrokes advertisement potentially had strong appeal to people under the age of 18 and violated the BCAP and CAP Code. ‘Ladbuc […]

PAGCOR urges regulators to act amid global uncertainty

(AsiaGameHub) –   The Asian gaming industry is facing significant pressure due to the ripple effects of Middle Eastern conflicts, prompting PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco to call for increased cooperation among regulatory bodies. With geopolitical instability driving up oil costs, the P […]

How long can Macau sustain its gambling momentum amid tourism volatility?

(AsiaGameHub) –   Despite global geopolitical tensions impacting tourism growth across Asia, Macau’s authorities have announced robust gaming earnings for the first quarter of 2026. To encourage more travelers, Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, the Director of the Macau Government To […]

Why BetMGM is Banking On Players Returning From the Unlicensed Ecosystem

(AsiaGameHub) –   BetMGM Chief Executive Officer Adam Greenblatt has reinforced his belief that players acquired by unlicensed operators will naturally return to regulated operators simply because the experience offered is superior.  By specifically noting the prevalence and rising c […]

Swintt Appoints Etienne Azzopardi as Permanent Managing Director

(AsiaGameHub) –   Swintt has named Etienne Azzopardi as its permanent Managing Director, following his interim tenure in the role that began this past January. After a successful three-month period in the position—stepping in following the exit of Chief Executive Officer David Mann& […]