Asia and Oceania
Maya Chen
Asia-Pacific Editor
Maya covers gambling policy and online gaming markets across Asia and Oceania. Her reporting examines regulator announcements, mobile products, market restrictions and responsible-gaming requirements without treating the region as one legal market.
Asia-Pacific marketsMobile gamingResponsible gambling
Latest articles
Australia Passes New Gambling Advertising Laws for 2027Australia’s Parliament has passed new gambling advertising laws covering live sport, online targeting, inducements and BetStop. Most reforms start on 1 January 2027.Philippine Gaming Revenue Falls 20.3% as Electronic Gaming SlowsPAGCOR says Philippine gross gaming revenue fell to ₱88.13 billion in the second quarter of 2026. Licensed casinos regained the largest share as electronic gaming weakened.New Zealand’s Online Casino Regime Moves into ImplementationNew Zealand’s Online Casino Gambling Act and supporting regulations are now in force, but the market remains in transition. Here is what the 2026 framework means for operators and players before licensing begins.Singapore Illegal Gambling Enforcement Targets Operators and Bank-Account FacilitatorsSingapore’s authorities continue to target illegal online gambling networks, the payment infrastructure behind them, and the risks faced by people who surrender bank accounts or digital credentials.Australia’s $24.24 Million Online Poker Penalties Put Illegal Services on NoticeFederal Court orders highlighted by Australia’s communications regulator impose $24.24 million in new penalties over prohibited online poker services, taking the proceedings total to $29.24 million.How to Claim a Casino Bonus — Complete Wagering Guide 2025Casino bonuses look generous until you read the terms. We break down wagering requirements, game contributions, and time limits so you can separate genuine value from clever marketing.Live Casino — Real Dealers, Real Tables, Real Experience 2025Experience the thrill of a land-based casino from your living room. We review every licensed live casino available in international markets, with a focus on dealer quality, streaming tech, and game variety.Online Casino vs Sportsbook: Which Is Right for You in international markets?Should you play online casino games or bet on sports? We compare the experience, the odds, the house edge, and the regulatory protections for each option available to players in international markets.Best Casino Welcome Bonuses in international markets 2025 — Ranked by True ValueNot all casino bonuses are created equal. We calculated the real expected value of every regulated welcome offer to find which promotions genuinely put money in players in international markets' pockets.