#InTheSpotlightFGN - Macau's tourism sector sees a 24.5% increase in non-gaming visitor spending, with shopping as the largest spending category. Mainland Chinese tourists had the highest average spend. #Macau #Tourism #Shopping #FocusAsiaPacific
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/macau-reports-sharp-increase-in-tourist-non-gaming-spending-in-q1
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Macau Q1 non-gaming visitor spending rises 24.5 per cent to MOP24.43bn
Macau’s tourism sector generated MOP24.43bn (US$3.03bn) in non-gaming visitor spending during the first quarter of 2026, marking a 24.5 per cent increase compared with the same period last year.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - UK Gambling Commission to tighten enforcement against gaming machines and illegal land-based gambling with new funding. Collaboration with bingo sector to refine statistics and promote safer gambling. #GamblingCommission #IllegalGambling #BingoSector #SaferGambling
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#InTheSpotlightFGN - Focus Gaming News appoints Rick Godds as Global Brand Ambassador to support global expansion in emerging and established markets. Godds brings over a decade of experience and will help connect with decision-makers in the gaming industry. #FocusGamingNews #RickGodds #GlobalExpansion
https://focusgn.com/focus-gaming-news-appoints-rick-godds-as-global-brand-ambassador
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Focus Gaming News appoints Rick Godds as Global Brand Ambassador
The main media outlet for the gaming industry has appointed Dubai‑based entrepreneur and networker Rick Godds as its first Global Brand Ambassador to support its expansion across emerging and established markets.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - Connecticut lawmakers approve new sports betting measures, including integrity rules, advertising restrictions, and a study on prediction markets impact. Legal battles over prediction markets ongoing in the US. #Connecticut #SportsBetting #PredictionMarkets #GamblingRegulation
https://focusgn.com/connecticut-lawmakers-approve-new-betting-restrictions-and-prediction-market-review
https://focusgn.com/connecticut-lawmakers-approve-new-betting-restrictions-and-prediction-market-review
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Connecticut lawmakers approve new betting rules and prediction market review
The measures include stricter integrity rules for sports betting, new advertising restrictions and a statewide study on the impact of prediction markets.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - Galaxy Macau's net revenue up 13% year-on-year, reaching HK$12.4bn in Q1 2026. VIP gaming revenue increased 20% at Galaxy Macau. GEG's balance sheet strong with HK$39.2bn in cash. #GalaxyMacau #GEG #VIPGaming #Macau #FocusAsiaPacific
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/galaxy-entertainment-sees-11-rise-in-q1-2026-revenue
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Galaxy Entertainment Q1 revenue up 11 per cent, EBITDA growth steady despite quarterly dip
Galaxy Entertainment Group has reported net revenue of HK$12.4bn (US$1.59bn) for the first quarter of 2026, up 11 per cent year-on-year.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) sets new rules for cash rebates and cashback in electronic gaming, with caps and approval requirements for operators. Cashback on player net losses allowed up to 15% across all electronic games. #PAGCOR #Cashback #ElectronicGaming #FocusAsiaPacific
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/pagcor-introduces-new-caps-on-e-gaming-cashback-and-rebate-programs
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PAGCOR sets 1.5 per cent cap on e-gaming rebates, 15 per cent limit on cashback
The Board of Directors of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has adopted new rules on cash rebate and cashback programs for electronic gaming on May 07, 2026.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - Albanese government criticized for burying response to gambling inquiry on federal budget day. MPs accuse of avoiding scrutiny. Reforms fall short of inquiry's recommendations. #AlbaneseGovernment #GamblingInquiry #ReformCriticism #FocusAsiaPacific
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/australian-government-criticised-over-timing-of-gambling-reform-response
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Australian Government criticised over timing of gambling reform response
MPs and reform advocates have accused the Albanese government of trying to “bury” its long-awaited reply to the Murphy inquiry.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - New video series by Betting and Gaming Council showcases careers in UK regulated gambling sector, highlighting economic benefits and job opportunities. #BGC #UKGambling
https://focusgn.com/betting-and-gaming-council-puts-focus-on-the-people-who-work-in-the-uk-gambling-sector
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Betting and Gaming Council puts focus on the people who work in the UK gambling sector
A new video series aims to highlight the contribution the regulated gaming sector makes to the UK economy, employment and communities.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - Malta Gaming Authority launches consultation on AI Gaming Charter to promote ethical and responsible use of AI in gaming industry. Principles-based guidance provided. #Malta #AIGamingCharter #EthicalUse #ResponsibleGaming
https://focusgn.com/malta-gambling-regulator-launches-consultation-on-ai-gaming-charter
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Malta gambling regulator launches consultation on AI Gaming Charter
The MGA's AI Gaming Charter aims to promote an ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence in the sector.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - BAGO calls for stronger action against ads for unlicensed gambling in Belgium, citing fragmented advertising environment and high public exposure to gambling ads. Online operators face restrictions while illegal providers continue to advertise. #BAGO #Belgium #GamblingAds
https://focusgn.com/belgian-gaming-operators-seek-level-playing-field-on-advertising-s
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Belgian gaming operators call for “level playing field” on advertising
BAGO has called for "coherent rules" and stronger action against ads for unlicensed gambling.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - Philippines blocks gambling websites on public Wi-Fi to promote responsible internet use and cybersecurity awareness. #Philippines #PublicWiFi #Cybersecurity #FocusAsiaPacific
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/the-philippines-confirms-block-on-gambling-sites-on-government-funded-wi-fi-network
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/the-philippines-confirms-block-on-gambling-sites-on-government-funded-wi-fi-network
Focus Asia Pacific
The Philippines confirms block on gambling sites on government-funded Wi-Fi network
The Department of Information and Communications Technology said access to online gambling platforms is not permitted on its public internet infrastructure.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - PAGCOR remits PHP5.67bn in dividends to the Philippine National Treasury, supporting government programmes amid global uncertainty. #PAGCOR #Philippines #DividendPayment #FocusAsiaPacific
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/pagcor-remits-over-us98-4m-in-dividends-to-the-philippine-national-treasury
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Focus Asia Pacific
PAGCOR remits over US$98.4m in dividends to the Philippine National Treasury
The agency said the contribution will support government programmes and economic initiatives amid ongoing global uncertainty.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - Grand Korea Leisure Co Ltd's first-quarter results show a 6.0% increase in casino sales to KRW138.16bn (US$101.2m). Despite revenue growth, net profit declined. #GrandKoreaLeisure #CasinoSales #SouthKorea #FocusAsiaPacific
https://focusgn.com/asia-pacific/grand-korea-leisure-q1-profit-falls-6-3-as-casino-revenue-rises
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Focus Asia Pacific
Grand Korea Leisure reports mixed Q1 results with sales growth but lower earnings
Grand Korea Leisure Co Ltd has released its first-quarter results for the period ended March 31, showing a mixed performance across revenue and profitability metrics.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - MPs defend industry against proposed Financial Risk Assessments by the British Gambling Commission. Concerns raised over impact on gamblers and industry. #GamblingCommission #FinancialRiskAssessments #MPs
https://focusgn.com/british-mps-wade-into-gambling-financial-risk-checks-debate
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MPs wade into UK gambling financial risk checks debate
MPs on different sides of the political spectrum have defended the industry's position against the Gambling Commission's proposed Financial Risk Assessments.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - US commercial gaming industry hits record revenue of US$78.62bn in 2025, driven by sports betting and igaming. States intensify efforts against illegal gambling operations. #CommercialGaming #SportsBetting #iGaming #IllegalGambling
https://focusgn.com/us-commercial-gaming-revenue-reaches-record-us78-6bn-in-2025
https://focusgn.com/us-commercial-gaming-revenue-reaches-record-us78-6bn-in-2025
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US commercial gaming revenue reaches record US$78.6bn in 2025
Sports betting and igaming continued to drive growth across the sector, while regulators intensified enforcement efforts against illegal gambling operations.
#InTheSpotlightFGN - UK establishes Illegal Gambling Taskforce with subgroups focusing on key areas to tackle illegal gambling, chaired by Baroness Fiona Twycross. #UK #IllegalGambling #Taskforce #BaronessTwycross
https://focusgn.com/uk-government-confirms-illegal-gambling-taskforce-goals-and-membership
https://focusgn.com/uk-government-confirms-illegal-gambling-taskforce-goals-and-membership
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UK government confirms Illegal Gambling Taskforce goals and membership
The new UK Illegal Gambling Taskforce will have subgroups focusing on three priority areas.