Thai People’s Party has suspended one of its election candidates after the individual was arrested in connection with alleged involvement in an online gambling operation, highlighting the political sensitivity surrounding illegal gambling activities in Thailand. According to local media reports, party leader Rangsiman Rome confirmed the suspension, stating that the party would not tolerate conduct that could undermine public trust or contradict its stated principles.
Google will ban advertising for rummy and fantasy sports platforms in India from January 21, 2026, marking a significant tightening of its gambling-related advertising policies in one of the world’s largest digital markets. According to reports, the move applies across Google’s advertising ecosystem, including Search, Display and YouTube, and is aimed at aligning ad policies more closely with India’s evolving regulatory and legal landscape around online gaming. The decision is expected to have an immediate impact on operators that have relied heavily on Google Ads to acquire users.
MGM China Holdings Limited has completed the full set of salary increments for its eligible concessionaire staff, concluding the latest round of pay adjustments among Macau’s gaming operators. The increases, which took effect in January 2026, apply to employees hired before 1 January 2026, underscoring MGM China’s intention to reward staff for their contribution during the sector’s recovery phase and to align with industry-wide compensation practices.
SJM Resorts has confirmed that it will increase salaries for its eligible team members starting 1 April 2026 as a reward for their contributions throughout 2025. According to an internal notice shared with staff, the salary adjustment applies to employees hired before 1 January 2026, with those earning a monthly base salary of MOP 16,000 (approximately US $2,000) or less receiving a MOP 500 (about US 62.50) raise. Employees earning above that threshold will receive a 2 % increase to their monthly pay.
Hann Casino Resort has formally appointed PhilWeb Corporation—a Philippine-listed eGames provider—to operate and manage its regulated online gaming platform under a new strategic partnership disclosed in a filing to the Philippine Stock Exchange. Under the agreement, PhilWeb will deliver both technical and operational support aimed at ensuring the online platform complies with regulatory requirements and functions efficiently, drawing on PhilWeb’s extensive experience in the local gaming market.
Author: Janice Chew • Thursday, 15/01/2026
