Browse the latest iGaming news, legal changes, market movements, and technology updates from Asia and the global gambling industry. Updated daily by Xingbow's editorial team.
CEBU CITY – Cebu City is preparing to put "iron teeth" into its anti-gambling policies. Councilor Joel Garganera has officially drafted the “Cebu City...
PHNOM PENH – The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has officially commended the Cambodian government for its intensified efforts in dismantling...
BANGKOK – Thailand is launching a "saturation strike" against the digital arteries of online crime. According to the latest data from the Prime Minister’s...
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s Immigration Department (JIM) has successfully dismantled a sophisticated online gambling syndicate operating in the heart of the Bukit Bintang commercial...
PHNOM PENH – As the regional crackdown on cross-border telecom fraud reaches a fever pitch, illegal "scam compounds" across Cambodia are facing an unprecedented...
NEW DELHI – The Government of India is intensifying its "zero-tolerance" stance against unauthorized online wagering. Government sources revealed on January 16, 2026, that...
LISBON / LONDON – Global gambling powerhouse Super Group has officially confirmed that its flagship brand, Betway, has been authorized to withdraw from Portugal’s...
NEW YORK – The boundary between prediction markets and traditional sports betting has blurred further this week. As Robinhood rolls out its parlay-style “Custom...
BARCELONA / MANILA – The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (PAGCOR) is currently at the center of a radical industrial transformation. Chairman and CEO...
BATAM – Police in Indonesia’s Riau Islands are deploying a dual-track strategy to combat the surge of illegal gambling. The Sub-Directorate III Jatanras of...
BANGKOK – In a significant policy reversal, Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party has quietly stepped back from its ambitious campaign to legalize casino-style entertainment complexes....
BARCELONA – Industry giant Evolution has stolen the spotlight at ICE Barcelona 2026, unveiling the first wave of titles from its landmark exclusive licensing...
MALTA – Leading iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has announced a high-octane addition to its multi-award-winning candy franchise. Following the massive success of the...
CLARK, PHILIPPINES – Hann Casino Resort, Central Luzon’s premier integrated resort, has entered into a strategic partnership with listed eGames service provider PhilWeb Corp....
BARCELONA – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) has officially unveiled a major overhaul of its flagship customer portal, GLIAccess. The update, debuting at ICE Barcelona...
Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, leader of Thailand’s People’s Party, has officially suspended a parliamentary candidate following an arrest linked to a major online gambling operation. The...
As the 2026 legislative sessions kick off across the United States, gambling has emerged as a primary battleground for enforcement. A surge of newly...
Following the revelation of a sweeping college basketball point-shaving scheme unsealed by federal prosecutors on January 15, 2026, the NCAA is once again urging...
David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, revealed during the company’s Q4 earnings call that he has recently met personally with the leadership...
Year-End Milestone for Sportsbook Network
SOFTSWISS closed 2025 with a major win for its Sportsbook Network Jackpot. They awarded a €135,000 prize on 30 December...
Introduction: Legacy Issues in a Liberalized Market
Since the Netherlands launched its regulated online gambling market in October 2021, the industry has wrestled with legal...
Thailand is known globally for its stunning temples, vibrant street food, and a culture guided by serene principles. Yet, beneath this well-known surface, a...
