Monthly Archives: October 2016

Crown arrests in China could aid Macau casinos

Arrests of Crown Resorts employees in China plus reemergence of embezzler Huang Shan may revive Macau’s VIP trade. Continue reading

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Thai king’s passing shortens longshot casino odds

Casino legalization in Thailand is now more possible, but still highly unlikely Continue reading

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Parisian Macao caps Sands, Adelson Cotai dream

Eiffel Tower replica marks spot for casino resort just right for Macau’s new normal. Continue reading

Posted in China, Cotai, Eiffel Tower, Inside Asian Gaming, Las Vegas Sands, Macau casinos, Macau diversification, Parisian Macao, resort design, Sands China, Sands Cotai Central, Sheldon Adelson, Venetian Macao | Comments Off on Parisian Macao caps Sands, Adelson Cotai dream

Taiwan rolls dice on casinos again

Win or lose, Taipei still holds the cards on casino legalization. Continue reading

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Playing the India card in Nepal

Silver Heritage hopes to tap the Indian market with casinos over the border in Nepal. Continue reading

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