Have you ever noticed that whenever the economy is in a downturn, certain industries actually thrive against the trend? Especially gambling and the adult industry, these two "stress outlet" industries always manage to grow during recessions.The reasons are as follows: First, psychological pressure p
On July 23, many mainstream media in Cambodia were still extensively promoting the results of the "national crackdown on telecom fraud" — pictures of destroyed telecom fraud offices, batches of suspects being escorted, which made people think that the Cambodian government had finally taken serious a
Introduction: Navigating the Blue Ocean Market of ChallengesIn recent years, the Russian sports betting market has gradually become a focal point for international gaming enterprises. As the fourteenth largest gaming market globally, Russia has shown strong growth momentum under a highly regulated i
The local online gambling industry in the Philippines is facing unprecedented policy pressure, with the Presidential Palace, legislative bodies, regulatory agencies, churches, and civic groups converging to form a powerful "ban coalition". President Marcos Jr. has indicated that he is "thoroughly st
The Philippine gaming regulatory body Pagcor has announced that the revenue from online gambling (e-gaming) in the first quarter of 2025 continued to surge, reaching 51.39 billion PHP, accounting for 28% of the total gaming revenue—online revenue has nearly reached the total annual amount of 2023, b
Las Vegas Strip, which once reached its performance peak after the COVID-19 pandemic, is now facing a loss for the first time within the fiscal year. According to the latest data released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board on June 27, the state's total gaming revenue in May was $1.29 billion, a 2% d
A recent study reveals that global professional soccer is increasingly dependent on sponsorships from the gambling and cryptocurrency industries, many of which operate in legal gray areas or are entirely illegal.The survey, initiated by "Play the Game," covers data from nine top football leagues acr
Armenia, located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has grown into a vibrant emerging market in the iGaming sector, thanks to its superior geographical location, strong digital infrastructure, and young smartphone user base. In recent years, the regulatory aspect has undergone significant reform
In the traditional board game domain, there is a game known for "murder mystery" that has been popular around the world for decades—it is "Cluedo" (known as "Clue" in North America). As one of the most classic detective-themed board games in the world, Cluedo is beloved by players for its character
I. Background Overview: Freeport in the Institutional GapClark Freeport Zone, originally a U.S. military base located in Pampanga Province, was transformed into a special economic zone in the Philippines, managed by the Clark Development Corporation (CDC) under the Philippine Bases Conversion and De
In April 2022, Ontario took the lead in launching Canada's first competitive online gambling market, marking a new era of national iGaming regulation. Three years later, on May 7, 2025, the Alberta Provincial Parliament approved the "Alberta Online Gambling Act," laying the legal foundation for a si
At a high-profile roundtable during the 2025 Philippine Blockchain Week, leaders from Indonesia, the Philippines, and the blockchain industry sent a clear signal: Southeast Asia is moving from a "testing ground" for blockchain to the "core of infrastructure." This represents a new explosive turning
Carrom, a tabletop game well-known in the South Asian region, is undergoing an unprecedented digital transformation. Originally a staple at family gatherings and community competitions, players would sit around a square board, flicking circular pieces with their fingers to skillfully and strategical
The online gambling industry in the Philippines is undergoing an unprecedented restructuring—not only in terms of digital leaps but also in how this industry is repositioning itself and the image of the Philippines in the global gambling landscape.Despite the general focus on the 2024 total gambling
Introduction: Ludo, No Longer Just a Family Board GameLudo, a traditional board game originating from the Indian game Pachisi, has long been considered a classic choice for family gatherings and casual entertainment.As its mobile version (such as Ludo King) has surpassed a billion downloads, more an
