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Macau’s Satellite Casinos Face Early Closures Before 2025 Deadline RegulationMacau has begun phasing out its satellite casinos earlier than expected, with several properties shutting down ahead of the December 2025 deadline under new gambling regulationsSeptember 30, 2025 -
In Indonesia, approximately 2.8 million pieces of online content were removed, most of which were related to gambling RegulationThe Indonesian Ministry of Communications and Digital Technology reported the removal of nearly 2.8 million pieces of online content, most of which were related to gambling. The content removals took place from October 20, 2024, to September 16, 2025, and were part of a larger campaign to enforce laws banning both offline and online gambling nationwideSeptember 22, 2025 -
The UN warns: East Timor may become a new destination for scammers RegulationThe United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has issued a warning that East Timor is becoming a new hotspot for international criminal networks. Organized criminal groups allegedly organize fraudulent centers and illegal gambling establishments under the guise of foreign direct investmentSeptember 19, 2025 -
Lagos has issued a blacklist with 37 unlicensed operators RegulationAs part of the increased regulation, the Lagos State Lottery and Gambling Authority has issued a warning to 37 unlicensed operators, in accordance with the LSLGA gambling legislationSeptember 17, 2025 -
On September 22, a meeting will be held between Meta executives and Malaysian Communications Minister Datuk Fahim Fajil RegulationOn September 22, 2025, Malaysia's Minister of Communications, Datuk Fahim Fajil, will meet with Meta executives to discuss measures to prevent illegal gambling advertising posted on FacebookSeptember 15, 2025 -
Filipino officials are suspected of casino fraud RegulationA money laundering scandal has emerged in the Philippines involving former engineers from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Bulacan provinceSeptember 12, 2025 -
The Mexican government may raise the gambling tax from 30% to 50% RegulationThe Mexican government has proposed raising the gambling tax rate from 30% of gross income to 50%. The initiative is part of the economic package for 2026, which was submitted to the Secretariat of Finance and Public Credit of Mexico (SHCP) for consideration by CongressSeptember 12, 2025 -
North West Gambling Board organizes virtual hearings on 3 applications that can change the industry RegulationThe Northwest Gambling Council announced the opportunity to participate in virtual hearings on three license applications, in accordance with the Northwest Gambling Act of 2001September 11, 2025 -
Philippine Gaming Regulator Forfeits US$3.5 Million in Casino Winnings by Government Employees Philippines RegulationThe Philippine Gaming Regulatory Authority (PAGCOR) has forfeited or retained over PHP200 million (US$3.5 million) in casino winnings from government employees from January to July 2025September 8, 2025 -
Malaysia arrests over 300 people suspected of involvement in illegal gambling activities RegulationOn August 30 and 31, the Federal Criminal Investigation Department (CID) together with state law enforcement agencies carried out a large-scale operation “Op Dadu Mega” aimed at combating illegal gambling businesses in MalaysiaSeptember 4, 2025
