India menguatkan penindakan terhadap aplikasi perjudian haram di bawah Akta Permainan Online iGame

India menguatkan penindakan terhadap aplikasi perjudian haram di bawah Akta Permainan Online

(AsiaGameHub) - Di India, kira-kira 300 laman web pertaruhan dalam talian haram dan aplikasi mudah alih telah disekat, berdasarkan pengenalan Akta Permainan Dalam Talian. Sekatan semasa hanyalah sebahagian daripada usaha untuk mengehadkan akses kepada perkhidmatan pertaruhan tanpa lesen. Kedua-dua mekanisme undang-undang dan cara teknikal digunakan untuk menutup perkhidmatan pertaruhan tanpa lesen dan melindungi pengguna daripada potensi penipuan atau penipuan. Langkah-langkah terkini adalah sebahagian daripada operasi penguatkuasaan yang lebih besar. Sehingga kini, lebih daripada 8,400 laman web perjudian dan pertaruhan telah disekat; dengan kira-kira 4,900 daripada laman web tersebut disekat selepas kelulusan Akta Permainan Dalam Talian. Trend yang semakin meningkat dalam menyekat laman web pertaruhan haram menunjukkan bagaimana Akta Permainan Dalam Talian telah memperkukuh keupayaan kerajaan untuk mengambil tindakan terhadap pengendali yang tidak terkawal dan tidak patuh. Dengan menafikan akses kepada laman web ini, pihak berkuasa berharap dapat mengurangkan kelaziman laman web pertaruhan haram, walaupun laman web pertaruhan haram baharu terus muncul. Rasional di sebalik tindakan keras dan usaha berterusan untuk menyekat pertaruhan haram adalah untuk melindungi pengguna daripada risiko yang berkaitan dengan bermain di laman web permainan haram dan daripada risiko kewangan bermain di laman web permainan haram. Kekurangan pengawasan kawal selia laman web pertaruhan haram bermakna pengguna terdedah kepada penipuan dan amalan tidak adil apabila bermain di laman web ini dan berisiko kehilangan wang dengan sangat sedikit kemungkinan untuk mendapatkan kembali wang mereka. Pegawai telah menekankan bahawa menyekat akses laman web hanyalah sebahagian daripada usaha perlindungan pengguna yang lebih besar oleh pegawai untuk menyediakan pengguna dengan perbezaan yang jelas antara laman web permainan yang sah dan laman web pertaruhan haram atau tidak terkawal. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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Pengawal perjudian talian Estonia menyumbang €1.4 juta selepas ralat cukai

(AsiaGameHub) - Operator perjudian jarak jauh di Estonia secara sukarela telah membayar sejumlah lebih 1.4 juta euro selepas ralat draf dalam undang-undang cukai untuk 2026 secara tidak sengaja menghapuskan liabiliti cukai mereka untuk tempoh yang singkat. Jumlah tersebut, yang diperoleh pada Februari dan Mac 2026, mewakili bahagian yang sepatutnya diterima kerajaan jika Akta Cukai Perjudian telah dilaksanakan dengan betul dari awal tahun 2026. Menurut ERR News, jurucakap Kementerian Kewangan Siiri Suutre berkata: Derma yang diterima pada Februari, termasuk cukai pendapatan, berjumlah kira-kira €815,000 dan setakat ini pada Mac sekitar €595,000 telah diterima. Angka Mac itu belum muktamad dan derma tambahan masih dijangka berdasarkan pengetahuan kami. Situasi cukai sifar ini berlaku kerana pindaan perundangan yang diluluskan pada Disember 2025, akibat ralat draf, mengeluarkan permainan bertuah daripada asas boleh cukai, menjadikan perjudian jarak jauh tidak dikenakan cukai pada awal 2026. Ahli Parlimen Aivar Kokk menegaskan impaknya: Permainan untung-untungan dan perjudian jarak jauh telah ditinggalkan daripada percukaian tahun ini, bermakna permainan kasino dalam talian tidak dikenakan cukai pada 2026. Selepas itu, badan perundangan memutuskan untuk bertindak pantas dan menggandakan pindaan teknikal yang akan mengembalikan cukai 5.5 peratus ke atas perjudian jarak jauh bermula 1 Mac 2026. Kemas kini itu bertujuan untuk menyelaraskan pengenaan cukai dengan rejim pemfailan bulanan biasa seperti yang disahkan oleh Jawatankuasa Kewangan Riigikogu. Persatuan Operator Perjudian Estonia mencadangkan pembayaran secara sukarela. Walau bagaimanapun, hanya segelintir operator jarak jauh berlesen yang telah menyumbang setakat ini. Evelyn Liivamgi, seorang ahli Kementerian Kewangan, berkata firma-firma bertindak balas dengan cara yang berbeza dan memberi amaran bahawa ia akan menjadi sangat sukar untuk mendapatkan semula sepenuhnya hasil cukai yang hilang. Beliau berkata: Kehidupan secara umumnya menunjukkan bahawa semua orang lebih bersemangat untuk membuat janji daripada menunaikannya kemudian. Kementerian itu secara kasarnya menganggarkan liabiliti cukai untuk tempoh dua bulan akan berada sekitar 3.5 juta euro berdasarkan pendapatan yang dilaporkan untuk Januari dan Februari dan angka ini sedikit lebih rendah daripada ramalan awal 4 juta euro. Sebagai perbandingan, hasil cukai perjudian jarak jauh untuk tahun itu dirancang sekitar 27 juta euro. Pegawai-pegawai menyatakan bahawa angka kekurangan yang tepat hanya akan diketahui selepas memeriksa penyata tahunan. Kementerian terus memantau sumbangan sukarela; walau bagaimanapun, Akta Cukai Perjudian yang disemak semula telah dilaksanakan sekarang. Kemasukan Estonia ke dalam pasaran iGaming yang kompetitif tidak dipandang ringan, kerana isu ini menunjukkan niat mereka untuk memposisikan negara itu sebagai hab perjudian dalam talian utama di rantau ini. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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Polis Thai mengambil tindakan keras terhadap rangkaian perjudian Eu9thaff dengan waran tangkap dikeluarkan

(AsiaGameHub) - Pihak berkuasa di Thailand mungkin telah memperhebatkan tindakan keras mereka terhadap perjudian dalam talian haram, menyasarkan rangkaian laman web Eu9thaff antara kesalahan teknologi lain yang ingin diselesaikan oleh kerajaan Thailand. Pada 13 Mac 2026, Polis Wilayah Polis Ke-6 yang berada di bawah seliaan Bahagian Siasatan 2 melancarkan misi berdasarkan arahan kerajaan dan pemimpin Polis Diraja Thai. Operasi itu diketuai oleh pegawai kanan, termasuk komander Wilayah Polis ke-6, yang memberi tumpuan kepada usaha menumpaskan laman perjudian yang dihoskan di Eu9thaff3. Com yang dilaporkan memikat pengguna untuk membuat pertaruhan dalam talian. Menurut penyiasat, laman web tersebut, yang memudahkan pertaruhan dalam talian, memutuskan untuk mempergiatkan siasatan mereka bagi mendedahkan mereka yang mengendalikan rangkaian itu. Selepas meneliti data dan sambungan, mereka memperoleh lapan waran tangkap untuk individu yang dituduh menjalankan perjudian haram melalui sistem elektronik dan juga memudahkan pemindahan wang haram. Sekurang-kurangnya secara prinsip, tindakan ini mungkin memutuskan rantaian jenayah kewangan yang lebih besar berkaitan dengan platform sedemikian. Setakat ini, empat individu telah ditahan berkaitan kes ini. Antara kumpulan itu ialah seorang wanita berusia 33 tahun dari Chiang Rai yang dipercayai menguruskan akaun bank yang digunakan untuk memindahkan dana amanah dalam penipuan pengambilan pekerja. Pihak berkuasa penguatkuasaan undang-undang merampas daripadanya sebuah telefon bimbit, dokumen bank, dan sebuah kenderaan pikap Ford Ranger 2023 untuk menjalankan siasatan kewangan yang menyeluruh. Seorang wanita berusia 30 tahun dari Phayao adalah suspek seterusnya yang dipercayai turut mengawal akaun yang berkaitan dengan sistem perbankan platform tersebut. Pihak berkuasa mengambil telefonnya untuk memudahkan siasatan. Selain itu, dua individu lain, seorang lelaki berusia 32 tahun dari Chiang Rai dan seorang lelaki berusia 41 tahun dari Chiang Mai, telah dikenal pasti mempunyai kaitan dengan aktiviti kewangan rangkaian tersebut. Lelaki kedua, yang kononnya menjalankan perniagaan klinik perubatan, telah ditahan di daerah Mae Ai di mana sejumlah kecil ketamin turut ditemui dan dirampas. Pegawai menyebut bahawa pencarian empat lagi suspek masih belum berakhir. Anggota polis sedang mengesan jejak wang dan juga meneliti hartanah agar dapat mengemukakan bukti kepada mahkamah, terutamanya bagi pelanggaran undang-undang anti-pengubahan wang haram. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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Planet Hollywood untuk mencipta jenama resort bersepadu pertama Georgia di Tbilisi iGame

Planet Hollywood untuk mencipta jenama resort bersepadu pertama Georgia di Tbilisi

(AsiaGameHub) - Planet Hollywood Resorts International telah menandatangani perjanjian pelesenan untuk membawa jenamanya ke resort bersepadu sepenuhnya yang pertama di Georgia, yang akan dibangunkan di Tbilisi. Projek ini sedang dibangunkan melalui perkongsian dengan Orbi Group, Block Group, dan Iconic Entertainment. Resort ini akan mengandungi Planet Hollywood Hotels and Casino dengan 500 bilik, dan Radisson Blu Hotels dengan 600 bilik. Pusat tapak ini akan menampilkan kasino seluas 50,000 kaki persegi dan venue dengan tempat duduk 4,000 orang untuk konsert, pertunjukan, dan acara besar yang lain. Selain daripada dua hotel dan sebuah kasino, akan terdapat lebih daripada 70,000 kaki persegi ruang runcit yang diuruskan oleh Harvey Nichols. Robert Earl, pengasas Planet Hollywood, berkata: Ini mewakili langkah penting dalam evolusi global berterusan jenama Planet Hollywood,” kata Robert Earl, pengasas Planet Hollywood. Tbilisi adalah sebuah bandar dengan watak dan momentum yang luar biasa. Bersama-sama rakan kongsi kami, kami sedang mencipta destinasi yang menggabungkan hiburan, perhotelan dan pengalaman yang mendalam dengan cara yang bercita-cita tinggi dan tulen kepada pasaran. Seluruh resort telah direka bentuk untuk memberikan pengalaman bersepadu kepada tetamu. Hotel Planet Hollywood telah direka bentuk untuk menjadi hotel bertema yang seronok dan menghiburkan; manakala hotel Radisson Blu telah direka bentuk untuk memberikan pengalaman mewah dan kelas atasan kepada pelancong dan pelanggan perniagaan. Tornike Janashvili, CEO Block Group, menyatakan: Ini adalah momen penting bagi Tbilisi. Kami memperkenalkan resort bersepadu yang sebenar - satu yang meningkatkan kedudukan global bandar ini, menarik kunjungan antarabangsa secara besar-besaran dan menetapkan standard baharu untuk perhotelan, hiburan dan impak ekonomi di rantau ini. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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Wynn Macau tingkatkan dividen walaupun keuntungan 2025 merosot iGame

Wynn Macau tingkatkan dividen walaupun keuntungan 2025 merosot

(AsiaGameHub) - Wynn Macau Ltd menaikkan dividen akhir 2025 kepada HK$0.223 sesaham, meningkat daripada HK$0.185 tahun lalu, walaupun mengalami penurunan mendadak dalam hasil. Syarikat mengumumkannya bersama keputusan tahun penuh, yang menunjukkan keuntungan bersih yang boleh diagihkan kepada pemegang saham jatuh 49% kepada HK$1.63 bilion (AS$208 juta). Penurunan dalam pendapatan kewangan disebabkan kerugian daripada turun naik nilai saksama derivatif. Walaupun pengurangan itu terutamanya disebabkan oleh faktor luaran seperti hasil yang lebih rendah yang dijana melalui operasi kasino akibat pandemik COVID-19, peningkatan dividen menunjukkan bahawa pihak pengurusan masih komited untuk memberi ganjaran kepada pemegang saham mereka dan terus memberikan pulangan dalam pasaran yang sangat mencabar. Untuk akhir 2025, jumlah hasil operasi meningkat hanya 0.9% kepada HK$29.0 bilion (AS$3.70 bilion). Daya penggerak di sebalik pertumbuhan hasil terus menjadi segmen permainan (gaming), yang meningkat 3.4% kepada HK$24.4 bilion (AS$3.11 bilion) disebabkan oleh keadaan yang menggalakkan dalam persekitaran permainan di sekitar Wynn Palace. Turut menyumbang kepada pertumbuhan hasil daripada segmen permainan, ialah hasil daripada permainan meja pasaran massa stabil, meningkat 2.3% kepada HK$22.8 bilion (AS$2.91 bilion); serta hasil daripada mesin slot meningkat dengan ketara sebanyak 9.7% kepada HK$1.82 bilion (AS$232 juta), mencerminkan kekuatan segmen pasaran massa. Walau bagaimanapun, penurunan dalam hasil yang dihasilkan oleh segmen permainan VIP dan mewah di Wynn Macau turut memberi impak negatif. Sebaliknya, hasil bukan permainan menurun sebanyak 10.8% kepada HK$4.57 bilion (AS$583 juta), yang menggambarkan cabaran operasi berterusan yang dihadapi syarikat dalam segmen hospitaliti, makanan & minuman dan runcit. Peningkatan dividen diterima secara positif oleh penganalisis; J.P. Morgan menyatakan bahawa pembayaran adalah kira-kira 20% lebih tinggi daripada jangkaan, menghasilkan pulangan tahun penuh sebanyak 7.7%. Tambahan pula, J.P. Morgan menyatakan bahawa, tidak seperti banyak pesaing, kasino Wynn Macau tidak menggunakan dasar nisbah pembayaran tetap statik untuk dividen, sebaliknya menumpukan kepada mengembalikan nilai kepada pemegang saham melalui peruntukan dana yang menarik kepada pulangan sesaham. Oleh itu, jika firma itu dapat mengekalkan atau menaikkan pembayaran dividennya kepada pemegang pada HKD 0.446 setiap tahun, hasil dividen akan menjadi kira-kira 8.4% pada harga saham semasa. Walaupun keuntungan terjejas teruk oleh kerugian besar pada tahun 2025, ia dilindungi daripada trend yang lebih luas oleh aliran hasil yang agak kukuh daripada jumlah permainan yang sangat besar. Prestasi Wynn Palace menyumbang secara keseluruhan kepada keputusan syarikat; walau bagaimanapun, syarikat mengalami pertumbuhan yang lebih perlahan daripada pelanggan VIP dan aktiviti bukan permainan berbanding kasino lain. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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Florida Legislative Session Concludes Without Gambling Reform

(AsiaGameHub) - The 2026 legislative session in Florida concluded without the passage of any bills targeting illegal gambling. While several proposals moved forward, with one even passing both chambers in differing versions, no legislation was enacted before the session adjourned on March 13. Good to Know SB 1580 came closest but died when the Senate did not take up House changes. HB 189 was the broad House proposal and never reached a final vote. Florida regulators keep the same enforcement tools they had before the session. For the second consecutive year, Florida's legislature did not approve measures that would have strengthened regulations concerning illegal gambling. As a result, illegal gambling arcades remain in a legal gray area, and sweepstakes platforms are not subject to new restrictions. SB 1580 Came Closest SB 1580 represented the most viable opportunity for reform. The Senate passed the bill unanimously in early March. Subsequently, the House made amendments and passed its own version on March 11. With just two days remaining, the Senate did not revisit the legislation. This bill would have established new criminal offenses for individuals who knowingly or recklessly participate in or profit from illegal gambling. It also aimed to extend liability to government employees involved in certifying, licensing, or hiding illegal gaming operations, increase penalties for gambling houses, and impose new restrictions on internet gambling. Another component proposed a Limited Slot Machine Surrender Program, granting operators immunity in exchange for turning in their machines.House Changes Added Friction Amendments made in the House contributed to its failure. One change would have permitted licensed gambling establishments to relocate up to 1,320 feet without losing their licenses. Additional concerns were raised that the wording could inadvertently affect veteran groups. These issues were left unresolved. HB 189 pursued a more comprehensive approach. The extensive, 100-plus-page bill aimed to reform multiple areas of Florida's gambling laws. Its provisions would have prohibited internet gambling and online sports betting not covered by the Seminole Tribe compact, increased penalties for operating or advertising gambling houses, created new violations for illegal gambling advertisements, and expanded the enforcement power of the Florida Gaming Control Commission. It also targeted broader aspects of the illegal gambling trade, such as transporting individuals for gambling purposes, making false claims about machine legality, and implementing harsher penalties for repeat offenders. Despite this, HB 189 stalled before a final House vote. Some of its elements were later incorporated into SB 1580, which intensified the disagreement between the chambers. Other related bills made little progress. SB 1164 and HB 591, which had similar objectives, failed to advance beyond initial committee hearings. SB 204, which emphasized regulatory clarity over new criminal penalties, moved through two Senate committees before also stalling.Illegal Arcades Stay in Play The proliferation of illegal gambling arcades throughout Florida was a primary motivator for lawmakers to address the issue. Many of these venues operate in a murky legal zone, often presenting themselves as amusement arcades or skill-based game businesses. Regulatory action has intensified; in 2025, the FGCC seized $14,474,336 and 6,725 illegal slot machines across the state, more than doubling the approximately $7 million seized the previous year. While sweepstakes casinos were not explicitly mentioned in the primary bills, provisions in HB 189 and HB 591 concerning internet gambling and dual-currency prize models could have applied to them. With the failure of both bills, these potential restrictions are not in effect. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Elon Musk Seeks New Chip Facility for Tesla and SpaceX

(AsiaGameHub) - Elon Musk has outlined plans for a chip production project involving Tesla and SpaceX. The proposed facility, named Terafab, would be constructed near Tesla's operations in Austin, with the aim of fulfilling internal demand for AI and robotics chips. Good to Know Musk noted that chip supply is not keeping up with demand from Tesla and SpaceX. The proposed Terafab site would be located near Tesla's headquarters and the Austin gigafactory. Musk did not provide a timeline for the project during the Austin event. Musk Wants Direct Control of Chip Supply Rather than relying on external semiconductor suppliers, Elon Musk suggests Tesla and SpaceX may need to develop their own solution. Speaking at an event in downtown Austin on Saturday night, Musk stated that current chip manufacturers are not producing quickly enough to meet the needs of artificial intelligence and robotics across his companies. “We either build the Terafab or we don’t have the chips, and we need the chips, so we build the Terafab.” A photo displayed during the event indicated the site would be situated close to Tesla's headquarters and the company's gigafactory in Austin. This location would place the project adjacent to one of Tesla's primary manufacturing centers, while also linking it closely to broader work in AI, automation, and robotics.Musk described a very high target for output. He said the plan is to produce chips capable of supporting 100 to 200 gigawatts of computing power per year on Earth, along with a terawatt in space. He did not clarify when the project could start or how long construction and production setup might take. This absence of a timeline is significant because semiconductor manufacturing is one of the most challenging industrial sectors to execute. Chip fabrication requires extensive engineering expertise, lengthy build cycles, complex supply chains, and major capital investment. Musk is well-known for setting highly ambitious goals, and Bloomberg highlighted that he does not have a background in semiconductor manufacturing. Even so, the reasoning behind the proposal is easy to understand. Tesla is expanding further into AI and robotics, while SpaceX also requires more computing power for advanced systems. If external supply remains tight, an in-house or tightly controlled chip operation could give Musk greater certainty over one of the most critical components of that technology stack. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Maestro Unveils Mezzamine for Bitcoin Mining Financing

(AsiaGameHub) - Maestro has introduced Mezzamine, a Bitcoin credit platform designed around Bitcoin mining economics. The offering targets institutional investors who wish to generate yield from idle BTC, while also providing mining firms with an additional avenue for obtaining capital. Good to Know Mezzamine initially launched via a collaboration with Sazmining. The platform aims to deliver an annual yield of approximately 8% to 9% in Bitcoin for investors. Its credit structure is secured by future mining rewards rather than traditional fiat-based debt models. Maestro Tries a Bitcoin Native Answer to Mining Finance Mezzamine is structured as a Bitcoin-denominated credit market, moving away from conventional dollar loans or new equity sales. This is significant as many miners receive income in Bitcoin yet take on debt in dollars. A sharp decline in Bitcoin's price can strain balance sheets and increase the risk of liquidation due to this currency mismatch. Maestro aims to reduce this friction. Through this new framework, institutional investors can allocate Bitcoin to credit facilities linked to anticipated mining production. Returns are derived from block rewards produced by additional hardware and increased hashrate. Maestro reports existing demand, noting that mining companies exploring alternative funding have expressed interest in financing exceeding 1,500 Bitcoin.Protection during bear markets is a key feature. The platform employs hedging mechanisms connected to both Bitcoin's price and mining operational expenses. Essentially, the objective is to prevent a scenario where dropping prices lead directly to margin calls or compulsory asset sales. The model is instead designed to mirror how mining operations genuinely generate revenue via block rewards. For institutional investors, this presents a distinct Bitcoin yield approach. Instead of keeping BTC inactive or lending within a fiat-centric system, they can deploy coins into a credit facility connected to mining and aim for returns in Bitcoin. Miners gain from access to funding that more closely aligns with the asset they generate. The inaugural program is already operational with mining services provider Sazmining. Maestro states the platform is intended for asset managers, family offices, corporate treasuries, and similar professional investors. This direction aligns with a wider trend in digital asset markets, where an increasing number of financial products are being developed natively within the Bitcoin ecosystem rather than relying on external fiat systems. A native Bitcoin credit market also provides the industry with an additional foundational component as institutional participation expands. Mining companies have traditionally relied on outside lenders, equipment financing, or equity sales. Solutions like Mezzamine indicate an alternative path, where capital, collateral, and yield all remain intrinsically linked to the economics of Bitcoin mining. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Hawk Tuah Girl States HAWK Crash Traumatized Her

(AsiaGameHub) - Hailey Welch has spoken out about the aftermath of the HAWK memecoin’s collapse, connecting the incident to months of public backlash, threats, and legal scrutiny surrounding the unsuccessful token launch. Good to Know HAWK was launched in December 2024 and temporarily hit a market capitalization exceeding $490 million. The token plummeted by over 91% the following day, sparking online allegations of a rug pull. A lawsuit filed by investors targeted the team and organizations behind the launch, though Welch was not included. Hailey Welch States HAWK Aftermath Left Her Traumatized Hailey Welch, commonly referred to online as the Hawk Tuah girl, shared that the collapse of HAWK and the subsequent public response took a significant personal toll. In an interview with Andrew Callaghan on Channel 5, Welch mentioned she was drawn into a crypto project she didn’t fully comprehend. “I got talked into doing something that I didn’t know anything about, really, but you’ve got to be really careful what you put your name on,” Welch told Andrew Callaghan of the Channel 5 YouTube channel on Friday. Welch stated she collaborated with an FBI investigation in 2025 and was exonerated of any misconduct. She added that she received none of the launch funds and lacked the technical expertise required to develop or manage the memecoin.Despite this, public outrage targeted her. Welch revealed she received death threats and remained out of public view for months as tensions escalated over the failed launch. “I was starting to get death threats and everything else. People telling me I owe them all this money, and I’m like, ‘I didn’t do this.’ I’m sitting here, and I’m the one getting hit for this. It’s rough. It’s one of those things where if you come out of the house, you put your head down.” HAWK launched in December 2024 and quickly reached a market cap of over $490 million within hours. By the next day, the token’s value had fallen to approximately $41 million—an over 91% collapse. This drop led to widespread rug pull claims across crypto social media platforms and kept the project in the spotlight across gaming, influencer, and digital asset news. Welch also noted that the actual losses incurred by retail investors were lower than many people believed during the backlash. Per her attorney, the total losses for individual investors amounted to around $200,000.Additionally, a lawsuit filed by investors in December 2024 alleged that the team and entities behind HAWK’s launch sold unregistered securities. Welch was not a defendant in the case. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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PENN Confirms Hollywood Casino Aurora Opening for June 24

(AsiaGameHub) - PENN Entertainment intends to launch Hollywood Casino Aurora on June 24, pending regulatory clearance. This new land-based venue in Aurora will succeed the enduring riverboat establishment on the Fox River, introducing an expanded entertainment scope to the greater Chicago area. Good to Know Hollywood Casino Aurora is scheduled to take the place of the existing riverboat casino on the Fox River. The new facility will feature a hotel, a retail sportsbook, a spa, an event center, and upwards of 1,200 gaming positions. PENN indicates the location will hire approximately 700 employees, almost twice the size of the existing workforce in Aurora. PENN Gets Ready for a Larger Aurora Casino and Resort PENN is preparing to transition Aurora gaming operations to a freshly constructed facility near Interstate 88, opposite Chicago Premium Outlets, moving away from the outdated floating casino model. This shift is significant as land-based casinos typically offer operators greater capacity for accommodations, dining, entertainment, and year-round events compared to older riverboat configurations. The project is valued by PENN at $360 million. Upon its debut, Hollywood Casino Aurora will become the company's second newly constructed venue in the Chicagoland area, following the August 2025 opening of Hollywood Casino Joliet. This provides PENN with a modernized retail casino presence in a Midwest market where operators continue to depend significantly on in-person gaming, hospitality, and sportsbook visitors. “We are just months away from unveiling another premium entertainment hub in the greater Chicago region,” stated Jay Snowden, CEO and President of PENN Entertainment. “We are excited to build on the successful launch of Hollywood Casino Joliet last summer with another new land-based site, reinforcing our retail footprint in the Midwest and strengthening our community ties.”Gaming represents just one component of the offering. The upcoming Aurora facility will boast 226 hotel rooms, over 1,200 gaming positions, a retail sportsbook, a spa, an outdoor entertainment area, and a 12,000 square foot event center. Additionally, PENN anticipates the site will employ roughly 700 staff members, almost doubling the staffing numbers associated with current Aurora operations. Dining is also receiving significant focus. PENN announced that celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis will launch Sorella by Giada, an Italian California fusion eatery. Boulevard Food & Drink Hall will introduce concepts from Stephanie Izard and other collaborators, providing the casino with a blend of local favorites and new culinary choices. For regional casino operators, food and beverage offerings can help increase time spent on-site and expand the demographic beyond traditional gamblers. Rafael Verde, PENN Senior Vice President of Regional Operations, remarked: “These celebrated restaurateurs will offer our guests exceptional dining experiences at the new Hollywood Casino Aurora. Combined with our hotel, event center, spa, and other amenities, visitors will enjoy a lively atmosphere at this new local destination.”Meetings and live events form another key element of the strategy. PENN noted that the event center is already accepting reservations for conferences, weddings, and entertainment acts, with public event disclosures anticipated shortly. This strategy aligns with a comprehensive casino resort model where gaming, lodging, dining, sports betting, private functions, and live shows operate cohesively under a single roof. Regarding the project's backing, Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. is projected to supply $225 million in financing at a 7.75% capitalization rate around the opening. The City of Aurora is providing $50 million, and PENN stated the remaining $21 million is expected to be finalized by the end of the year. Concurrently, the firm is collaborating with the Illinois Gaming Board to move operations from the existing riverboat Hollywood Casino Aurora to the new land-based location. FAQ When will Hollywood Casino Aurora open? PENN Entertainment has indicated that June 24 is the scheduled opening date, contingent on regulatory authorization. What is replacing the old Aurora casino? The existing riverboat casino on the Fox River will be succeeded by the new land-based Hollywood Casino Aurora. Where is the new property located? The location is situated near Interstate 88, directly across from Chicago Premium Outlets. What features will the new casino include? The venue will feature 226 hotel rooms, over 1,200 gaming positions, a retail sportsbook, a spa, an outdoor entertainment area, and a 12,000 square foot event center.How many jobs will the property support? PENN projects that the new Hollywood Casino Aurora will employ approximately 700 individuals. What dining options are planned? PENN confirmed that Sorella by Giada, led by Giada De Laurentiis, will launch at the venue, accompanied by Boulevard Food & Drink Hall concepts featuring Stephanie Izard and other partners. How is the project being financed? Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. is set to contribute $225 million, the City of Aurora is adding $50 million, and the remaining $21 million is anticipated by year's end. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Allwyn Seeks Alternative Sportsbook Technology After Novibet Deal Collapses

(AsiaGameHub) - Allwyn is seeking alternative methods to develop its own sportsbook technology following the termination of its agreement with Novibet. This development was shared during the group's FY25 earnings call, where company leaders also highlighted PrizePicks as a valuable resource for prediction markets and attracting new customers. Good to Know Allwyn abandoned the Novibet acquisition following input from the Hellenic Competition Commission. Executives stated that proprietary sportsbook technology continues to be a strategic objective. PrizePicks provides Allwyn with a substantial customer base and a unified application for DFS and predictions. Allwyn Looks Elsewhere for Sportsbook Tech After Novibet Deal Falls Apart Allwyn continues to pursue its own sportsbook technology, despite the failure of its Novibet acquisition. On the FY25 earnings call, CEO Robert Chvátal confirmed that sportsbook technology is still a focus and that the company has begun evaluating other possibilities. The Novibet deal was announced earlier this month but was subsequently called off after the Hellenic Competition Commission provided feedback. “This interest in the sportsbook technology remains on the radar of Allwyn,” Chvátal stated.Chvátal stated. “We have already started exploring other opportunities when it comes to sportsbook technology, to maybe solidify our sportsbook position in some markets of Allwyn.” CFO Kenneth Morton emphasized that internalizing sportsbook technology is a definite priority. He noted that while Allwyn already manages the majority of its lottery technology, which is crucial for user experience and sustained success, sports betting is the final component not yet handled in-house. “Sports betting is the one bit that we don’t currently have in-house, which we do think is strategically important. So we certainly see benefits to having it in-house, but as Robert said, there are many other ways that we can achieve that.”PrizePicks was another major topic of conversation. Allwyn secured a deal last September to purchase a 62.3% share in the DFS operator for an initial $1.6 billion, with additional payments contingent on performance across three years. The transaction was finalized in January, and Morton indicated the company is well-placed to pursue expansion in the US prediction market. Morton explained that PrizePicks holds an advantage as it does not require the same level of expenditure on customer acquisition as some competitors. He added that integrating DFS and predictions into a single application improves the user experience and reduces the cost of acquiring customers. “A number of operators have launched actually with three apps, so DFS, OSB and predictions in separate apps,” Morton added. “Essentially, to some extent you’re having to acquire the same customer three times. “That’s not the case for PrizePicks. On day one they went live with predictions within their DFS app, which is obviously better for the user experience, but it’s also much better from the customer acquisition cost perspective.” Allwyn also announced FY25 net revenue of €4.1 billion, a 4% increase compared to the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA also grew by 4%, reaching almost €1.6 billion. The company anticipates finalizing its merger with OPAP this month, following shareholder approval in February, which will form a combined entity worth €16 billion. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Nevada Court Temporarily Blocks Kalshi Event Contracts

(AsiaGameHub) - A Nevada court has provided state regulators with a recent victory in the ongoing dispute concerning prediction markets. Following a temporary restraining order issued on Friday, Kalshi is now prohibited from offering contracts related to sports, elections, and entertainment events in Nevada. A subsequent court hearing has been scheduled for April 3. Good to Know A Nevada court issued a temporary restraining order preventing Kalshi from offering sports, election, and entertainment event contracts within the state. According to the Nevada Gaming Control Board, the decision means that all known unlicensed prediction markets are now restricted in Nevada. A hearing to determine if a longer-term injunction will be imposed is set for April 3. Nevada Cuts Off Kalshi as Prediction Market Fight Keeps Growing Although Kalshi previously secured an early victory in Nevada, the situation has now reversed. The Friday order prevents the company from offering or enabling sports, election, and entertainment event contracts in the Silver State. This strengthens the position of Nevada regulators after months of legal battles over whether these contracts constitute unlicensed gambling. State regulators have consistently contended that Kalshi is operating without the gaming license mandated by Nevada law. In the court order, Judge Jason Woodbury stated that the Nevada Gaming Control Board has a reasonable likelihood of success. Reuters reported that the judge determined Kalshi's event contracts linked to college basketball, professional football, and elections fall under a Nevada I This is significant because Kalshi has persistently argued a contrasting position. The company maintains that federal oversight by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission places its event contracts beyond the reach of state gambling control. Nevada has dismissed this perspective, and the judge concurred, at least for the time being, permitting the state's case to proceed.The Kalshi case is also part of a broader conflict playing out across multiple states. Nevada has already compelled other operators to accept state-specific limitations. Court documents from Nevada indicated that Crypto.com ceased offering sports contracts to Nevada residents, while Robinhood agreed to halt offering sports event contracts in the state pending an appeal. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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MLB Puts Clase and Ortiz on Unpaid Leave Amid Ongoing Legal Case

(AsiaGameHub) - Major League Baseball has transitioned Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz to unpaid leave as their ongoing legal proceedings progress through the court system. The move follows a mutual agreement between MLB and the MLBPA, altering the status the two players had maintained since July. Key Details Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz had been serving on paid leave since July. MLB and the MLBPA have now reached an agreement to place both pitchers on non-disciplinary, unpaid leave. Federal charges were brought in early November, with a trial currently scheduled for May 5, though a postponement until the fall is anticipated. MLB Transitions Clase and Ortiz to Unpaid Leave Amid Ongoing Legal Case On Friday, MLB announced that Clase, 28, and Ortiz, 27, will remain away from the Cleveland Guardians without pay while their legal matters are resolved. Both pitchers were sidelined for the latter half of the previous season while on paid leave. “As the legal proceedings involving Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz continue to move forward, MLB and the MLBPA have agreed that both players will remain on non-disciplinary leave from the Club without pay until further notice,” MLB stated on Friday. The league’s statement also clarified that this agreement does not constitute a resolution of the case. “This agreement is not an admission of any wrongdoing by Clase or Ortiz,” the statement read. “MLB has been closely monitoring the matter since alerting federal law enforcement at the outset of its investigation and will have no further comment until its investigation has been completed.”In early November, federal prosecutors charged both pitchers in connection with an alleged scheme to manipulate pitch outcomes across various games. A February report from ESPN indicated that Clase is accused of fixing at least 48 MLB games over two seasons, including postseason appearances. The allegations suggest the betting activity targeted microbetting markets, specifically regarding pitch velocity and whether specific pitches would be strikes. Authorities further allege that both players received thousands of dollars in bribes linked to wagers placed by two unidentified gamblers in the Dominican Republic. These bets reportedly generated nearly $500,000 in winnings. Ortiz has sought to distance himself from the accusations against Clase. Through his legal counsel, he argued that his involvement was significantly more limited and that his case warrants separate treatment due to “markedly different levels of culpability.” The filing noted: “With 26 months of alleged criminal conduct by Mr. Clase – including suspect pitches during 48 games, dozens of communications with (a bettor), cash transfers and coordination of illegal wagers, (Ortiz could receive an unfair trial).”For MLB, the unpaid leave ensures both players remain off the field while the investigation is active. For the Guardians, the decision adds further uncertainty regarding two pitchers who were previously considered vital components of the team's bullpen and pitching staff. FAQ Why did MLB place Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz on unpaid leave? MLB and the MLBPA reached an agreement to place both pitchers on non-disciplinary, unpaid leave while their legal cases proceed. Were Clase and Ortiz already separated from the team? Yes. Both players had been on paid leave since July and did not participate in the second half of last season. What are the allegations against Clase and Ortiz? Both individuals face charges related to an alleged betting scheme involving the manipulation of their performance in multiple games. What specific types of bets were involved? The allegations involve microbets centered on game details, such as whether a pitch would be a strike or the velocity of a pitch. When is the trial scheduled? The trial is currently set for May 5, though it is expected to be delayed until the fall. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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DraftKings and FanDuel Become Operational in Arkansas

(AsiaGameHub) - Two major players joined Arkansas sports betting on Friday, providing statewide access to DraftKings and FanDuel just before March Madness. Following an extended wait, both companies finally obtained local casino partnerships and entered the market. Good to Know DraftKings entered Arkansas via Southland Casino Hotel. FanDuel launched through Oaklawn Racing Casino. Arkansas sports betting has been legal for over three years, though both brands' entry was delayed. DraftKings and FanDuel Finally Go Live in Arkansas Friday marked a significant shift for Arkansas sports betting. DraftKings and FanDuel, widely regarded as the two largest brands in the US online sportsbook industry, both debuted in the state simultaneously. For local bettors, the timing is crucial. NCAA Tournament wagering is already underway, and Razorbacks supporters now have two additional apps available. Arkansas legalized sports betting over three years ago, yet DraftKings and FanDuel remained absent from the market until this point. The holdup stemmed from access issues. Each operator required an appropriate in-state casino partner prior to launching mobile wagering. DraftKings secured that partnership with Southland Casino Hotel. FanDuel followed suit with Oaklawn Racing Casino. With these agreements finalized, both sportsbooks could launch on Friday and enter the Arkansas online betting market.For bettors, the launch introduces greater competition to Arkansas mobile sports betting. Increased options typically lead to improved promotions, expanded betting menus, and enhanced app features for live betting, same-game parlays, and college basketball odds. This becomes particularly significant during March Madness, when wagering volume generally increases and interest in Arkansas Razorbacks matchups remains elevated. Nationally, DraftKings and FanDuel already maintain dominant positions throughout legal US sports betting. Expanding into Arkansas provides both companies with another operational state as operators continue seeking markets with growth potential. For Arkansas, the arrival of these brands enhances market visibility and provides users with access to platforms familiar to many from other states. Arkansas DraftKings We’re officially LIVE in The Natural State! pic.twitter.com/Qar4htU62g— DraftKings Sportsbook (@DKSportsbook) March 20, 2026 WELCOME ABOARD, ARKANSAS In partnership with our friends @Oaklawn_Sports, WE ARE LIVE! Get started: https://t.co/DH7AaRfC3Z pic.twitter.com/OcvV16OMVA — FanDuel Sportsbook (@FDSportsbook) March 20, 2026 This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Huace Group Showcases Swords into Plowshares at FILMART to Drive Global Expansion SeaPRwire

Huace Group Showcases Swords into Plowshares at FILMART to Drive Global Expansion

On March 18, Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) – Asia’s largest film and television trade market-was teeming with activity. Amidst the bustling halls, Huace Group booth drew a diverse international crowd, captivated by the “Oriental scroll” unfolding on screen: the historical Chinese drama Swords into Plowshares, which is currently sweeping the globe. During the market, Huace Group presented a slate of key series including Swords into Plowshares, The Heir, and War and People. The creative team behind Swords into Plowshares also made intensive appearances at several high-profile events. Since its January debut, the series has reached 73 countries and regions in over 11 languages, and becoming a phenomenal start for Chinese content exports in 2026. A Single Series Sparks Tourism in Multiple Cities CEO of Huace Group Invites Viewers: “Travel China with Swords into Plowshares” “I warmly invite global audiences to visit Zhejiang, to recognize the beauty of China appears in Swords into Plowshares, walking the landscapes and feeling China through the series’ poetic imagery and moving stories,” CEO of Huace Group, Fu Binxing said in a keynote address at the “Forum on International Comminication Cooperation and Innovation for a New Vision” on March 17, extending a heartfelt invitation to the show’s global viewers. Set in the same era when Otto I was campaigning in Italy to establish the Holy Roman Empire in the West, China in the East was also mired in the turmoil of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. Swords into Plowshares follows three young heroes who meet amid the chaos—Qian Hongshu, Zhao Kuangyin, and Guo Rong—each enduring war and separation, steadfastly fulfilling their duties, presenting a panoramic portrait of war and peace of ancient China. This invitation from the CEO of Huace Group stems from the unprecedented cultural tourism trend sparked by the show. As the drama gained popularity, it triggered a “one show, multiple cities” phenomenon across Zhejiang and the rest of China. Cities featured in the plot, such as Hangzhou, Taizhou, Taiyuan, and Kaifeng, have seen a massive influx of tourists, allowing audiences to step off the screen and into the scenery to experience a thousand-year-old vision of peace. “When Hearts Connect, Stories Resonate” Decoding the Global Success of Swords into Plowshares Since its January premiere, Swords into Plowshares has debuted on over 12 major international platforms, covering 73 countries and regions. On YouTube, it has surpassed 10 million views with total exposure exceeding 100 million, successfully breaking through cultural barriers. The series has also received high industry praise at international festivals in Cannes, Tokyo, and Singapore, marking a successful transition from merely “going abroad” to “going deep” into local markets. Wang Yan, the Producer of Swords into Plowshares, provided an in-depth look at how the series achieved such global resonance. She noted that from the project’s inception, the focus was on international positioning: creating a high-quality, international historical epic. The production utilized 8K standards and ultra-high-definition technology, with a professional cast of over 200 actors meticulously matched to their roles. “Everything was done for one purpose: to allow everyone to have an immersive experience,” she said. “Only when we believe in it and enter that world ourselves can the audience be drawn into the story”. Wang Yan believes that while technology is the shell, the core remains key. The title Swords into Plowshares captures the “soul” of the show, expressing a desire for peace over conflict. This compassion for life and longing for peace are universal human emotions. “Ultimately, international expression isn’t about simplifying history; it’s about excavating the essential, shared emotions of humanity,” Wang Yan said. One overseas viewer commented, “To understand the past is to see the future clearly”. By tapping into these deep layers, cultural barriers are dismantled: “When hearts connect, stories resonate”. Huace Group Releases 2026 Line-up Bringing More Chinese Stories Across the Seas The global journey of Swords into Plowshares is far from over. During this FILMART, Huace Group booth hosted over a hundred meetings with overseas buyers from North America, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines. Several international platforms reached new cooperations on-site, further strengthening the global distribution network of Huace Group. The global influence of Swords into Plowshares is part of a broader trend. Huace Group has long pursued a “China Wave” strategy, having distributed nearly 180,000 hours of content to over 200 countries and regions. Its self-operated Huace multi-channel network covers 20 languages with over 58 million overseas subscribers. Other recent global successes include Meet Yourself, which brought the “healing breeze” of Dali to the world; Flourished Peony, which captivated audiences with its exquisite Oriental aesthetics; and contemporary dramas like Go Ahead, which showcase the lives of modern Chinese youth. On the evening of March 18, Huace Group held its “Unound Stories, New Experiences” networking event in Hong Kong, attended by nearly 200 representatives from global media and film institutions. The event featured a heavyweight release of key drama projects, including Swords into Plowshares, The Heir, Sentencing, You are My Fateful Love, Blossom, I Live in Your Time, Now or Never, The Garden of Missing Paths, War and People, and A Simply Jane. Additionally, Huace Group plans to launch over ten mid-to-short-form series such as Zizhi Tongjian and Journey to the West, while actively applying AIGC to explore new paradigms of human-machine collaborative creation. From historical epics to modern realism, and from premium long-form series to innovative content formats, Huace Group is driven by “premium content” and “technological empowerment”. This dual engine is building a new pattern of international communication—moving from “going global” to “going in” and finally “integrating in”. As Fu Binxing stated at the forum: “Huace Group is willing to work with the utmost sincerity to invite global creators, tech companies, platforms, and investors to build a ‘Smart Cultural & Creative Community.’ Let more Chinese stories carrying shared human emotions fly to every corner of the world on the wings of innovative technology”
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Ezugi memperluaskan kerjasama Bally’s Intralot dengan pelancaran di UK dan EZ Marble Race berjenama

(AsiaGameHub) - Ezugi, jenama kasino langsung yang merupakan sebahagian daripada Evolution, telah memperluaskan kerjasama dengan Bally’s Intralot selepas menjadikan pakej permainan kasino langsung dan RNGnya boleh diakses melalui penawaran Bally Bet Sports & Casino di UK, dengan itu mengukuhkan kehadirannya di pasaran Amerika Utara. Pelancaran ini menawarkan pengguna UK pelbagai permainan Ezugi seperti Ultimate Roulette dengan dealer langsung, Unlimited Blackjack, Horse Racing Auto Roulette, dan banyak lagi. Pada masa yang sama, versi berjenama Bally’s bagi EZ Marble Race telah dilancarkan, menandakan kali pertama Ezugi mencipta versi permainan yang disesuaikan untuk platform rakan kongsi. Selain itu, peningkatan kerjasama ini juga membolehkan Ezugi berganding bahu dengan Bally’s North America Interactive di pasaran terkawal seperti Ontario dan New Jersey. Tempat-tempat ini yang merupakan sebahagian daripada pelan pertumbuhan Ezugi di Amerika Utara terbukti sangat berkuasa dalam mewujudkan kehadirannya di rantau tersebut. Bally’s Intralot, penyedia penyelesaian iGaming dan loteri, came into existence selepas pelupusan Bally’s International Interactive Business pada Oktober 2025. Ia adalah syarikat yang disenarai di Bursa Saham Athens. Ia menggabungkan aset digital berpusat pengguna Bally’s dengan pengetahuan luas INTRALOT dalam perniagaan loteri di bawah keadaan pasaran terkawal. Melalui Bally’s Intralot, pelanggan memperoleh akses kepada pelbagai produk dan perkhidmatan seperti loteri permainan dalam talian, eLottery, dan pertaruhan sukan. Christel Marioni, VP Commercial Partnerships at Bally’s Intralot, said: Kami telah menggunakan permainan Ezugi di pasaran iGaming Ontario dan New Jersey untuk beberapa waktu, dan ia telah diterima dengan baik oleh pemain kami. Ia adalah langkah semula jadi untuk memperluaskan pilihan hiburan bagi pemain kami dengan menambah kandungan Ezugi yang unik kepada penawaran dalam talian UK kami. Permainan EZ Marble Race berjenama Bally’s khususnya adalah tajuk yang sangat berbeza dan mengganggu yang sesuai sepenuhnya dengan kedua-dua tradisi Bally’s dan visi moden kami untuk mencipta ruang hiburan yang luar biasa dan mendalam bagi pemain kami. EZ Marble Race berjenama Bally’s adalah permainan perlumbaan guli yang diilhamkan oleh pinball di mana lima guli bersaing di sepanjang trek yang dikelilingi oleh elemen gaya arked. Permainan ini menggabungkan visual yang merujuk kepada warisan Bally’s dengan mekanik perlumbaan guli Ezugi di mana urutan permainan rawak digunakan untuk menentukan hasil. James Robert Smith, Head of Commercial (EU) & Strategy at Ezugi, added: Ia adalah saat penting bagi Ezugi untuk melancarkan versi berjenama dan khusus pertama EZ Marble Race — dan ia adalah suatu penghormatan mutlak bagi Ezugi untuk berbuat demikian dalam kerjasama dengan jenama ikonik Bally’s. Ia juga hebat kerana jenama Ezugi dan Evolution, serta jenama slot dalam talian kumpulan kami, termasuk NetEnt, Red Tiger dan Big Time Gaming, adalah sebahagian besar daripada pelan pertumbuhan dalam talian Bally’s di UK dan Amerika Utara. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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William Hill minta dana dikembalikan selepas gangguan jackpot

(AsiaGameHub) - William Hill telah menghubungi mereka yang telah menarik kemenangan mereka dan meminta mereka untuk membuat pengembalian wang kepada mereka. Masalah pengendali William Hill berlaku di kolam opt-in Jackpot Drop di mana pemain telah terpedaya untuk berfikir bahawa mereka telah memenangi jackpot. Ramai di antara mereka telah memposting di media sosial tentang kemenangan jackpot mereka (yang merupakan kebohongan). Tangkapan skrin X yang beredar menunjukkan satu akaun dengan baki £236,000 manakala yang lain menunjukkan £142,000. Postingan lain juga mendedahkan kemenangan besar yang dikreditkan sementara dan kemudian dikoreksi secara manual. Akaun yang terjejas kemudian dibekukan untuk semakan, dan Jackpot Drop telah diseret keluar secara ringkas dari laman web. William Hill kini sedang membuat usaha untuk memulihkan wang yang ditarik semasa tempoh akaun yang dikreditkan secara salah aktif sebelum mereka dibekukan. William Hill Online telah memaklumkan kepada pelanggannya tentang butiran akaun bank mereka, iaitu kod sort dan nombor akaun, serta membuat permintaan formal untuk mengembalikan wang. The correspondence read: Semasa semakan rutin aktiviti platform, kami telah mengenal pasti isu yang menjejaskan permainan Jackpot Drop yang mengakibatkan jumlah yang salah dikreditkan ke dalam baki pemain dan penarikan yang diproses secara salah. Akibat isu ini, wang telah dikreditkan secara salah dan, dalam sesetengah kes, ditarik dari beberapa akaun pelanggan, termasuk anda, yang tidak dijana melalui permainan yang sah atau berfungsi dengan betul. Semakan kami telah mengesahkan bahawa sesetengah baki yang dikreditkan ke akaun anda dan kemudian ditarik tidak timbul dari permainan yang sah dan boleh dikaitkan dengan isu yang menjejaskan permainan Jackpot Drop. William Hill menyatakan dalam Terma dan Syaratnya bahawa klausa 8 meluluskan syarikat untuk membatalkan transaksi, menyesuaikan baki akaun, dan mendapatkan kembali sebarang wang yang mungkin telah dibayar secara salah disebabkan oleh glitch teknikal atau ralat permainan. Sebagai tanda baik hati, pengedar buku telah menjemput pelanggannya untuk menyimpan 11% daripada jumlah yang ditarik. Walau bagaimanapun, masih tidak diketahui sama ada ini adalah peraturan umum untuk semua pelanggan atau jika ia berbeza-beza mengikut jumlah yang ditarik. Pelanggan dikehendaki mengembalikan wang dalam tempoh tiga hari bersama-sama dengan perjanjian penyelesaian yang ditandatangani untuk menamatkan perselisihan secara formal. A spokesperson said: Semasa semakan rutin aktiviti platform, kami telah mengenal pasti isu yang menjejaskan permainan Jackpot Drop yang sementara mengakibatkan jumlah yang salah dikreditkan ke dalam baki pemain dan penarikan yang diproses secara salah. Walaupun kami cepat mengenal pasti dan menyelesaikan isu ini, untuk tempoh masa yang singkat, wang telah dikreditkan secara salah ke beberapa akaun pelanggan yang tidak dijana dengan betul melalui permainan yang sah atau berfungsi dengan betul. Kami telah menghubungi pelanggan yang berkaitan untuk menjelaskan isu ini, dan sedang dalam proses mendapatkan kembali wang tersebut mengikut terma dan syarat standard kami. Kami telah berterima kasih atas pemahaman pelanggan kami mengenai perkara ini. Kesilapan ini mungkin ternyata sangat berbahaya untuk William Hill dan boleh menyebabkan kerugian jika sebahagian besar wang pengguna tidak dikembalikan atau disimpan melalui perjanjian baik hati. Pelanggan yang marah telah mengancam untuk mengambil tindakan undang-undang jika mereka mahu menyimpan kemenangan mereka seperti yang mereka fahami, yang boleh mengakibatkan perselisihan yang panjang. Terma dan syarat kemungkinan besar menjadi faktor penentu jika kes ini menjadi rumit. Perselisihan serupa telah berlaku di UK. Mahkamah Tinggi memutuskan pada 2021 bahawa Betfred mesti memberikan jackpot £1.7 juta kepada pemain yang memenanginya, walaupun pengedar buku pada mulanya menolak pembayaran dengan mendakwa permainan itu rosak. Begitu juga, pada Mac 2025, hakim membenarkan seorang tukang kebun menyimpan jackpot £1 juta selepas Paddy Power membantah ia disebabkan oleh ralat komputer. Walaupun kes ini tidak sampai ke mahkamah, syarikat masih mungkin terjejas secara ketara dari segi kewangan – sama ada oleh penarikan yang tidak dikembalikan sepenuhnya, atau oleh jumlah yang diselaraskan sebahagian di bawah perjanjian baik hati. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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KSA memperkenalkan peraturan penargetan iklan yang ketat bagi pengendali kasino Belanda iGame

KSA memperkenalkan peraturan penargetan iklan yang ketat bagi pengendali kasino Belanda

(AsiaGameHub) - Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) telah melancarkan senarai semak pematuhan baharu yang mewajibkan operator berlesen di Belanda menyasarkan kempen pengiklanan mereka dengan ketat atau menghadapi tindakan penguatkuasaan, termasuk kemungkinan penggantungan. Panduan ini dibina berdasarkan larangan pengiklanan perjudian pemasaran besar-besaran yang menyasarkan julat individu yang luas yang dikuatkuasakan pada Julai 2023, yang diperkenalkan hasil reformasi Akta Perjudian Jauh (KOA) yang membuka industri perjudian dalam talian terkawal pada tahun 2021. Selepas pelaksanaan garis panduan baharu ini, semua usaha pemasaran operator perlu ditujukan secara eksklusif kepada individu berumur 24 tahun ke atas, dengan sekurang-kurangnya 95% kadar pematuhan usaha pemasaran mereka menyasarkan individu yang berumur 24 tahun atau lebih. Operator dikehendaki melaksanakan sistem pengesahan usia yang boleh dipercayai, pengelompokan khalayak yang canggih, dan algoritma penyasaran yang boleh dipercayai. Jika peraturan di atas tidak dapat menjamin ketepatan yang munasabah untuk mencapai khalayak yang sepatutnya, operator akan dikehendaki menghentikan semua usaha pemasaran untuk produk dan perkhidmatan berkenaan sehingga semua keperluan dipenuhi. Otoriti kawal selia perjudian telah menyatakan bahawa keperluan pematuhan ini bukanlah perkara satu kali sahaja, sebaliknya dipantau secara berterusan untuk memastikan pematuhan dan keberkesanannya. Operator mesti menilai prestasi kempen pemasaran mereka secara berkala, menilai semula faktor risiko mereka, dan menyemak semula taktik pemasaran mereka berdasarkan perubahan dalam teknologi dan tingkah laku pengguna. Operator mesti menyediakan pilihan pilihan keluar yang jelas dan berkesan untuk semua saluran pemasaran, supaya pengguna boleh menolak untuk menerima promosi perjudian dengan mudah, tanpa perlu mendaftar dengan apa-apa cara. Selain keperluan ini, operator mesti menggunakan "langkah terbaik yang ada" untuk menghalang individu terdedah daripada terdedah kepada pengiklanan berkaitan perjudian, termasuk sekatan usia yang ketat, peranti penyasaran tingkah laku, dan menilai kebolehpercayaan peranti pengiklanan. Sejak tahun 2023, KSA telah mengeluarkan denda sekitar €400,000 kepada operator termasuk Bingoal, bet365, TOTO, BetEnt, dan JOI Gaming kerana melanggar peraturan pengiklanan. Setiausaha Negara Claudia Van Bruggen ketika ini memimpin usaha untuk memperhalusi rangka kerja kawal selia, dengan mengimbangi keperluan pematuhan yang lebih ketat dengan matlamat perlindungan pengguna yang lebih luas. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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FeedConstruct memperoleh hak bola basket untuk East Asia Super League

(AsiaGameHub) - FeedConstruct telah memasuki perjanjian perkongsian utama dengan East Asia Super League (EASL) untuk hak eksklusif ke atas data, siaran langsung dan pertaruhan. Kontrak ini meliputi beberapa tahun, termasuk musim semasa, dan membenarkan rakan kongsi SoftConstruct melihat perlawanan dari liga bola keranjang teratas Jepun, Korea Selatan dan Mongolia, antara lain. Narek Harutyunyan, CEO FeedConstruct, berkata: Asia Timur adalah rantau yang sedang berkembang pesat untuk sukan, dengan penglibatan peminat yang kukuh dan permintaan yang semakin meningkat untuk kandungan berkualiti. Melalui perkongsian ini, kami bertujuan untuk menyediakan akses yang boleh dipercayai kepada rakan kongsi kami ke atas pertandingan EASL merentasi rangkaian global kami. Henry Kerins, CEO EASL, berkata: Permintaan untuk data sukan rasmi dan berkualiti tinggi terus meningkat pada kadar yang luar biasa, dan kami percaya bahawa bekerjasama dengan rakan kongsi berkualiti FeedConstruct dan reputasi global mempercepatkan misi kami untuk meningkatkan profil EASL pada skala global yang sebenar. Dengan menandatangani perjanjian ini, FeedConstruct bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pengaruhnya di Asia sambil mengembangkan kehadiran globalnya dalam perkhidmatan data sukan dan pertaruhan. Dengan populariti EASL yang semakin meningkat, kerjasama ini akan menyediakan liputan yang lebih boleh dipercayai dan penglibatan yang lebih baik kepada peminat dan rakan kongsi melalui pelbagai platform. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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Gibraltar terus melaksanakan reform judi besar ketika UK menaikkan cukai

(AsiaGameHub) - Selepas bacaan awal Rang Undang-Undang Perjudian 2025, rang undang-undang tersebut sememangnya akan menjadi elemen utama dalam rombakan rangka kerja peraturan perjudian Gibraltar. Undang-undang ini mencerminkan perubahan pasca-Brexit dalam persekitaran perjudian di EU dan secara signifikan rangkaian pembekal B2B yang diperluaskan. Selain itu, ia memberikan lebih banyak keupayaan penguatkuasaan kepada Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner. Rang undang-undang tersebut, yang telah menjadi subjek perundingan menteri sejak Mei 2022, muncul pada saat UK hampir bersedia untuk menaikkan VAT perjudian dalam talian daripada 21% kepada 40%, yang seterusnya akan memberi kesan negatif kepada majoriti pengendali dan pembekal yang mempunyai pejabat di Gibraltar. Secara terbuka, Menteri Keadilan, Perdagangan dan Industri Gibraltar, Nigel Feetham, telah menunjukkan rasa tidak senangnya terhadap kenaikan cukai di UK. Beliau menyatakan bahawa sektor perjudian di kawasan tersebut bertanggungjawab ke atas kira-kira 30% daripada KDNK, menggaji secara langsung kira-kira 3400 orang, dan menjana kira-kira satu pertiga daripada jumlah hasil cukai. Semasa bacaan pertama rang undang-undang tersebut, Feetham berkata: Kami sedang berusaha secara intensif dan pantas untuk merapatkan sejauh mungkin jurang yang diwujudkan oleh keputusan cukai UK baru-baru ini. Walaupun hasil cukai korporat yang hilang akibat perubahan cukai UK tidak dapat dipulihkan sepenuhnya pada tahun ini oleh pendatang baharu sahaja, pertumbuhan sektor yang berterusan akan mewujudkan aliran hasil masa depan yang penting. Selain itu, beliau menzahirkan rasa terima kasih yang mendalam terhadap penjawat awam di Kementerian atas dedikasi mereka yang tidak berbelah bahagi dan interaksi dengan UK Treasury sepanjang proses tersebut. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. Ia berfungsi sebagai jambatan utama untuk pengedaran kandungan iGaming, kasino, dan eSports di seluruh rantau ASEAN.
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