Betting on a landslide as Labour dominates UK political landscape

Today the United Kingdom is on the brink of a historic election, with the Labour Party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, heading towards a landslide victory. The betting odds reflect this sentiment, with a Labour majority being the outcome at 1/33. Other possibilities, such as a Labour minority or a coalition with the Liberal Democrats, are considered less likely, with odds of 50/1 and 66/1 respectively.

Paradise Co. eyes nearly €900 million in sales by 2026 

South Korea's prominent casino operator catering to foreigners, Paradise Co., anticipates nearly $1 billion (€927.1 million) in sales by 2026. The company projects sales to rise from KRW1.17 trillion (€785 million) in 2024 to KRW1.32 trillion (€885 million) by 2026. This growth is driven by efforts to expand its international customer base and enhance its offerings.

S&P affirms SkyCity’s BBB- rating with stable outlook  

S&P Global Ratings has affirmed the BBB- long-term issuer credit rating and BBB- long-term issue ratings for SkyCity Entertainment Group. Despite anticipating a weakening of credit metrics in the fiscal years 2024 and 2025, S&P maintains a stable outlook for the company. The rating agency highlights SkyCity's commitment to taking creditor-friendly actions, prioritising debt reduction over the next two fiscal years to mitigate downward pressure on the rating.

Kentucky: skill games ban stands

Judge Shepherd has upheld the Kentucky ban on popular "grey machines," skill games that offer cash pay-outs.

Macau’s June gaming revenue falls to €2 billion   

Macau's gross gaming revenue (GGR) for June dropped to MOP17.7 billion (€2 billion), marking a 12.4 percent decline from May's MOP20.19 billion (€2.34 billion), according to the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ). This represents the lowest monthly total since November 2023.

The Star Brisbane set to open in phased launch starting August 29  

Australian gaming giant, The Star Entertainment Group, has announced the opening of its latest venture, The Star Brisbane, commencing on August 29. This much-anticipated unveiling is part of the expansive Queen’s Wharf Brisbane project, a collaboration with Hong Kong-listed conglomerates Far East Consortium and Chow Tai Fook. The total investment for this project is approximately AUD3.6 billion (€2.23 billion), with various segments set to debut throughout the remainder of 2024.

Live! Casino fined for proxy betting violations

Live! Casino fined $100,000 for facilitating $287,421 in proxy bets over eight days, breaching state laws and casino policies."

Comprehensive look at OPAP Cyprus Concession Agreement and its implications

OPAP Cyprus Ltd has embarked on a new journey, having signed a Concession Agreement with the Republic of Cyprus. This agreement grants OPAP Cyprus the exclusive rights to conduct, provide, and manage designated games of chance in the Cypriot market for a period of 15 years.

More controversy as Sir Philip Davies bets against his own election victory

Sir Philip Davies, considered to be a very prominent figure in the Conservative Party, has been reported to be involved in the controversy

Gambling scandal: a crisis of trust in UK politics

The political landscape in the United Kingdom has been rocked by a gambling scandal that has further eroded public trust in politicians. This controversy, which has embroiled both the Conservative and Labour parties, has drawn parallels with previous scandals such as Partygate and the expenses scandal, reinforcing the perception of a double standard in the rules governing politicians and the public.