Gaming Sites Across Southeast Asia Targeted by Chinese-Speaking Hackers

Gaming-related companies across Southeast Asia are under attack. Hackers, reportedly out of China, are targeting operations in the region, and where successful, can gain access to entire gaming networks.

South Dakota Hotel Sued After Banning Native Americans from Casino Bar

A Rapid City, SD hotel that threatened to ban Native Americans from booking rooms and visiting its casino bar is facing a class-action lawsuit from an indigenous activist group.’

Crown Resorts Learns Fate in Western Australian as Crown Perth Inquiry Wraps Up

New South Wales was the first to go after Crown Resorts before Victoria followed. Now, Western Australia has completed its inquiry into the casino operator’s past and has issued its verdict.

Chile Considering Ban on Sports Betting Advertising Sponsorships

Chile could become the latest country to ban sports betting advertising in sports events. A legislator with the Independent Democratic Union Party hopes his initiative will lead the way.

Montana Casino Armed Robbery Leads to Woman’s Apprehension

One woman was in custody, and another appeared to be on the loose after a Sunday night holdup at Magic Diamond Casino. It is located in Billings, Montana.

Maverick Gaming Washington State Sports Betting Suit Temporarily Halted

A federal judge is temporarily halting Maverick Gaming’s suit against the state of Washington. That action alleges the state is permitting a tribal gaming monopoly over regulated sports betting there.

Philippines Police Officers Arrested for Suspected Link to e-Sabong Kidnappings

Authorities in the Philippines have charged or are in the process of charging 13 people with crimes linked to the disappearances of at least 34 stakeholders in the country’s fledgling e-sabong (online cockfighting) market. Among them are five serving police officers.

Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson Draw Masters Action Despite Long Odds of Playing

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson have eight green jackets between the two of them, so the betting enthusiasm behind the two World Golf Hall of Fame members for next month’s Masters isn’t exactly surprising. What is surprising is that substantial wagers continue to roll in on the two, despite little chance of either teeing it up April 7-10 at August National.

Japan Prime Minister Nods at Importance of Casinos for International Tourism

Japan’s ruling political party is doubling down on integrated resorts. As potential host candidates ready their final presentations, the government is certain casinos will boost international tourism.