Marjorie Preston

Atlantic City

Editor at Global Gaming Business Magazine

Managing Editor, Global Gaming Business and https://t.co/Ha4rLhh87o

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ASIA IN FOCUS - GGB News

1 week ago | ggbnews.com | Marjorie Preston

Thailand Petitioners Demand Casino ReferendumA network of civic organizations has collected almost 54,000 signatures on a petition demanding that the Thai government hold a referendum on legal casinos. Thailand’s controversial Entertainment Complex Act would legalize integrated resorts with gaming, licensing up to five complexes in the first phase of development.
As Thailand-Cambodia border conflict heats up, Thai casino workers told to stay home

1 week ago | igamingbusiness.com | Marjorie Preston

The Thailand-Cambodia conflict is deepening following a 28 May border skirmish that killed a Cambodian soldier. At the centre of the conflict is an 820-kilometre land border, including some stretches that are claimed by both sides. Since the incident last month, both Cambodia and Thailand have engaged in tit-for-tat measures. Thailand threatened to cut power and internet access to Cambodia, especially to scam centres and illegal casinos.
Thailand anti-casino activists lobby for referendum

1 week ago | igamingbusiness.com | Marjorie Preston

A coalition of civic organisations has filed a petition with the Thailand government demanding a referendum on the country's controversial casino bill. Almost 54,000 Thailand residents have signed a petition asking lawmakers to hold a national referendum on the hotly contested Entertainment Complex Act. The legislation would legalise integrated resorts with casinos in the country, licensing up to five complexes in the first phase of development.
Philippines to double down on fight against financial crimes

1 week ago | igamingbusiness.com | Marjorie Preston

With its removal from the European Commission’s list of jurisdictions at high risk for money laundering, the Philippines DOJ pledges to continue the battle against financial crimes. The Philippines Department of Justice has promised to continue its battle against financial crimes including money laundering, terrorism financing and proliferation financing. On Friday, the European Commission removed the Philippines from its list of markets at high risk for financial crimes.
WEEKLY FEATURE: Macau Gaming Operators Announce Satellite Casino Closures

2 weeks ago | ggbnews.com | Marjorie Preston

It’s the beginning of the end of the satellite casino industry in Macau. This week, Melco Resorts & Entertainment, Galaxy Entertainment Group and SJM Holdings announced that the 11 satellites operating under their licenses will close by the end of 2025. Melco will close its Grand Dragon Casino and three slot lounges operating under the Mocha Club brand.
Sri Lanka Casino Bill Lacks Junket Regulations

2 weeks ago | ggbnews.com | Marjorie Preston

Melco Resorts & Entertainment will open the casino at City of Dreams Sri Lanka this summer. As the country’s new gaming industry prepares to launch, lawmakers have compiled a draft regulatory bill that is notably free of regulations on VIP junkets. Junkets serve VIPs by arranging luxury transportation and accommodations and issuing lines of credit for big-spending gamblers.
Would entertainment resorts with casinos revive Thailand tourism?

2 weeks ago | igamingbusiness.com | Marjorie Preston

Visitors to Thailand increased with its appearance in HBO's “The White Lotus”. But the numbers are down again, and pundits are divided on the role of casinos as a solution. Both sides of the Thailand casino debate say a decline in tourism supports their positions about gaming complexes in the country. Thailand saw a lift in international visitation after it was prominently featured in the HBO anthology series “The White Lotus”.
Sri Lanka gaming regulations do not address junket operations

2 weeks ago | igamingbusiness.com | Marjorie Preston

Draft legislation for the new Sri Lanka gaming industry does not address the licensing, taxation and regulation of casino junkets. Melco Resorts & Entertainment will open the casino at City of Dreams Sri Lanka this summer. As the new industry plans to launch, lawmakers have compiled a draft regulatory bill that is noticably free of regulations covering VIP junkets.
Philippine lawmakers OK permanent POGO ban

2 weeks ago | igamingbusiness.com | Marjorie Preston

Almost a year after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr banned offshore gaming operations in the country, the Senate and House have passed bills to prevent their return. Philippine senators approved legislation Monday that would permanently ban offshore gaming operations. Senate Bill 2868, aka the Philippines Anti-POGO Act, passed 23-0. Sponsor Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said the measure “not only bans offshore gaming operations but also builds safeguards for our people”.
Philippine lawmakers OK permanent POGO ban

2 weeks ago | isa-guide.de | Marjorie Preston

Almost a year after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr banned offshore gaming operations in the country, the Senate and House have passed bills to prevent their return. Philippine senators approved legislation Monday that would permanently ban offshore gaming operations. Senate Bill 2868, aka the Philippines Anti-POGO Act, passed 23-0. Sponsor Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said the measure “not only bans offshore gaming operations but also builds safeguards for our people”.