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Tabcorp Bans High-Stakes Bettors to Reduce Risks

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Australian gambling leader Tabcorp has taken action to prohibit a number of well-known professional bettors, highlighting how wagering firms handle risk and their approach to successful clients. Tabcorp Excludes Top Bettors Citing Risk and Compliance A number of prominent punters were informed last week that their ability to bet via online platforms or retail locations was being revoked. “Owing to their internal risk management structure, continuing the relationship was no longer viable, leading to a permanent exclusion from all betting channels,” stated the company. According to The Australian Financial Review, the individuals involved were reportedly surprised and are currently exploring potential legal recourse. Sources within the sector indicated the decision was connected to growing compliance demands, though the company declined to discuss specific instances. Reportedly, the operator is concentrating on confirming customers' financial histories and fulfilling duties related to anti-money laundering and responsible gambling supervision. Nevertheless, industry critics suggest consistent winning may also have played a part, with some alleging that regulatory guidelines serve as a pretext to reduce dealings with profitable customers. This action occurs amid increasing scrutiny on betting companies to enhance safeguards and lower financial crime risks. In recent years, regulators have intensified supervision, mandating firms to adopt stricter monitoring and conduct more thorough customer reviews. Tabcorp has in the past allocated resources to sophisticated analytics technology to detect irregular betting activity and possible issues as they happen. Punters Complain of Locked Accounts and Poor Transparency Concurrently, grievances from regular customers have fueled the ongoing debate. Some bettors report having their accounts suspended for extended durations without explanation, preventing access to their funds. Others describe undergoing lengthy verification procedures and encountering difficulties receiving responses from support staff. There are accounts of betting privileges being restricted soon after a series of successful wagers, reinforcing perceptions that winning players face heightened scrutiny. The firm emphasized that all measures are taken in line with regulatory obligations and corporate protocols, noting its responsibility to adhere to compliance norms. However, patrons have denounced the opacity of the process, with some doubting the sufficiency of available channels to contest decisions. The recent steps by Tabcorp also signal a strategic realignment under its present management, which is increasingly oriented toward retail wagering in venues like pubs and clubs. By tightening oversight on certain client groups, the operator seems to be prioritizing steady operations and sustained risk control over income derived from a limited pool of high-volume gamblers. For the broader sector, however, this incident may represent a significant moment. With regulatory demands growing, wagering firms are likely to take a more decisive part in defining their acceptable client risk thresholds, which could alter the equilibrium between business autonomy and equitable treatment of consumers. 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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Diagens Launches DoctorBench, Setting a New Global Benchmark for ‘Real-World Clinical Performance’ in Medical Foundation Models

29 4 月, 2026
HONG KONG, Apr 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hangzhou Diagens Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (2526.HK, “Diagens”) today officially launched DoctorBench, a medical AI evaluation platform, and unveiled its inaugural global medical foundation model leaderboard in Hong Kong. WiseDiag Technology’s WiseDiag-v2, Google’s Gemini-3.1-Pro-Preview, and OpenAI’s GPT-5.4 secured the top three positions.For the first time, the evaluation framework places “real-world clinical performance” at the center, constructing a multi-dimensional benchmarking system that closely mirrors authentic diagnostic and treatment scenarios.As medical foundation models accelerate their transition from laboratory research to clinical application worldwide, the industry has long lacked a metric that genuinely measures a model’s “clinical competence.” Existing evaluations predominantly focus on medical knowledge recall, failing to capture a model’s comprehensive performance in complex clinical contexts. This gap between benchmarking and clinical reality has become a global obstacle hindering the deployment of medical AI.OpenAI previously launched HealthBench, signaling that leading players are beginning to take this challenge seriously. However, medicine is inherently localized — diagnostic and treatment guidelines, language conventions, and patient populations vary significantly across countries and regions, rendering any single evaluation system insufficient for universal applicability.Driven by a profound understanding of this global challenge, Diagens developed the DoctorBench platform. The platform’s creation is rooted in nearly a decade of deep collaboration by a cross-disciplinary team. Diagens brought together experts in basic medicine, clinical medicine, artificial intelligence, and the healthcare industry, tightly integrating rigorous clinical logic with cutting-edge deep learning algorithms. This enables DoctorBench to both comprehend the boundaries of AI technology and grasp the intricate demands of clinical practice, using that standard to construct its evaluation framework.The core philosophy of DoctorBench is no longer to test a model’s “knowledge base,” but to assess its clinical communication and decision-making ability — its capacity to “think like a doctor.” The platform features three leaderboard tracks: the Medical Leaderboard (LLM), the Multimodal Leaderboard (VLM), and the Agent Leaderboard — evaluating textual diagnostic ability, multimodal understanding, and multi-turn decision-making with tool-use inside a simulated clinical environment respectively.On the evaluation mechanism, DoctorBench pioneers a multi-dimensional architecture combining “2 Core Dimensions (Safety and Accuracy) + 3 General Dimensions (Interaction Quality, Information Prioritization, Proactive Inquiry) + 5 Specialized Modules (Evidence & Citation, Explainable Reasoning, Actionability, Personalized Adaptation, Emotional Support).” It is equipped with “Scenario-Adaptive Weighting,” dynamically adjusting the weight of each dimension according to the risk level of different clinical scenarios, making the scoring logic closely aligned with real-world diagnostic decision-making.Crucially, the platform designates “Medical Factual Accuracy” and “Safety and Risk Control” as inviolable red lines with a “one-vote veto” power. Any model that exhibits critical deviations on issues affecting patient safety will be unable to achieve a high score, regardless of outstanding performance in other dimensions. This design stems from the team’s deep understanding of the essence of medicine: in a field where lives are at stake, safety is always the paramount principle and leaves no room for compromise.“The advancement of medical AI is a long-distance race concerning the health and well-being of all humanity. It demands not only disruptive technological innovation and deep cross-disciplinary, cross-regional collaboration, but also an absolute reverence for and unwavering commitment to life and health,” said Dr. Song Ning, Founder of Diagens. He expressed the hope of joining hands with more global research institutions, clinical centers, and industry partners, so that truly capable technologies can be recognized, trusted, and ultimately used to benefit every patient. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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子公司一季報全線亮眼 復星核心主業開啟增長

29 4 月, 2026
香港，2026年4月30日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 4月以來，復星國際（HKEX: 0656）旗下A股上市子公司陸續披露2026年一季度業績報告。這被市場視作復星風險出清後，觀察其業績修復和盈利兌現能力的關鍵窗口。此前，復星依據審慎性原則，在2025年財年內對部分存在減值跡象的地產項目及部分非核心業務板塊的商譽、無形資產進行了一次性非現金減值計提，以更好地集中資源、集中精力，投向高增長的核心賽道。復星國際董事長郭廣昌用「晴天修屋頂」來形容上述戰略決策，推動公司「向更輕盈、更健康、更可持續的方向發展」。一季報數據顯示，復星旗下健康板塊核心子公司復星醫藥，2026年一季度實現營業收入人民幣100.73億元，同比增長6.93%，歸母淨利潤人民幣8.71億元，同比增長13.87%；若扣除非經常性損益，歸母淨利潤同比增幅達21.96%。快樂板塊核心子公司豫園股份，2026年一季度實現營業收入人民幣96.49億元，同比增長近10%；歸母淨利潤人民幣1.57億元，同比大幅增長203%。此外，舍得酒業、海南礦業等也錄得可觀的業績增長，2026年一季度淨利潤分別達人民幣2.32億元、2.01億元。市場分析指出，子公司一季度業績全面顯現向好勢頭，充分印證了2025財年風險出清後，復星正走在邏輯清晰且具有確定性的增長軌道上。綜合來看，復星的醫藥健康、保險金融、文旅等業務基本盤穩固，伴隨消費板塊穩健修復，其增長動能有望持續釋放。創新藥延續爆發態勢，釋放高速增長潛力「醫藥創新是我們一直以來的堅持。通過持續豐富創新產品儲備，全面加速創新技術與產品臨床轉化和商業化，目前有多個重磅潛力品種在儲備中。」郭廣昌在2026年致股東信中，曾多次強調對創新藥的重視。進入2026年，復星的創新藥轉化正在加速兌現。4月28日，復星醫藥發佈2026年一季度業績報告，報告期內，共有4款創新藥的上市申請獲受理，並有14項（按批件數）創新藥品的臨床試驗申請獲境內外監管機構的批准。其中，地舒單抗注射液（HLX14）於加拿大獲批上市，貝伐珠單抗注射液（HLX04）於美國的上市申請獲受理，丁二酸復瑞替尼膠囊、鹽酸莫托咪酯注射液以及復邁寧1項新增適應症上市申請獲國家藥監局受理。這份成績單，整體上延續了2025年創新藥爆發的強勁勢頭。數據顯示，2025年復星醫藥7個創新藥品共16項適應症於境內外獲批上市，6個創新藥品上市申請獲受理；創新藥品收入人民幣98.93億元，同比增長29.59%，佔製藥業務收入比重提升至33.16%。而截至2025年末，還有近40項創新藥臨床試驗獲中、美、歐等監管機構批准，多個核心產品進入關鍵臨床階段，為後續商業化增長奠定堅實基礎。作為復星創新藥的標桿企業，復宏漢霖在2026年開年以來，創新藥研發和商業落地進展尤為迅速。研發方面，H藥漢斯狀、HLX07等均取得突破性進展，多個潛在「同類首創」佈局加速進入臨床驗證階段。全球商業化方面，與衛材株式會社就H藥漢斯狀在日本達成獨家商業化及共同獨家開發與生產許可協議，潛在總金額超3億美元；旗下子公司獲得由東京都頒發的第一類醫藥品製造銷售業許可證，為深耕亞洲及全球主流醫藥市場打開了增長路徑。復星的創新管線已經進入密集獲批和商業化放量期，研發投入和市場回報形成正向循環，為板塊業績持續走高以及全球市場的競爭力提升，提供了有力支撐。多板塊子公司業績亮眼，「百億利潤」目標確定性增強創新藥的增長勢頭釋放了復星業績提振的明確信號，與此同時，此前受到地產減值影響的豫園股份，也順利走出行業調整期，為復星補上了「木桶短板」。2026年一季度，豫園股份歸母淨利潤人民幣1.57億元，同比增幅203%。分析指出，儘管一季度淨利潤數字並不大，但高速增長的態勢已能夠反映豫園股份經營基本面迎來積極拐點，預期後續業績修復動能有望進一步釋放。同屬復星消費板塊的舍得酒業也順利回歸增長軌道，2026年一季度實現營業收入人民幣14.81億元，環比提升106.45%，實現淨利潤人民幣2.32億元，超過2025年全年人民幣2.23億元水平。值得一提的是，智造板塊的海南礦業表現尤為亮眼。受下游儲能及動力電池需求增長拉動，海南礦業2026年一季度實現營業收入人民幣11.93億元，歸母淨利潤2.01億元，同比增長25.13%，單季度環比大幅提升69%。其中，鋰資源一體化產業鏈穩定運行，單季度貢獻歸母淨利潤人民幣0.99億元，成為核心業績增長極。此外，油氣業務穩產增效，報告期內實現權益油氣產量318.65萬桶當量，同比增長15.78%。多個板塊子公司的利潤增長顯著提速，無疑增強了市場對復星未來利潤增長的確定性預期。此前，復星管理層在2025年度業績發佈會上，明確提出中期財務目標規劃：力爭推動逐步恢復人民幣百億利潤規模，集團層面目標回籠人民幣600億元資金，將集團層面總負債降至人民幣600億元以下，力爭達成「投資級」評級。對於「百億利潤」的具體實現規劃，復星管理層闡述了「8424」的重塑結構。「8」是指復星醫藥、豫園股份、復星葡萄牙保險和復星旅文四大核心子公司貢獻人民幣80億元利潤；第一個「4」是指次級梯隊公司合計實現人民幣40億元利潤，比如海南礦業、鼎睿再保險等企業；「2」是指投資性企業貢獻合計約人民幣20億元利潤；最後一個「4」則是指復星國際總部層面包括財務成本等在內的各項成本支出希望控制在人民幣40億元以內。如此「加減」之後，目標即重新實現人民幣百億元利潤。今年一季度各板塊子公司的業績表現，既回應了市場對復星「晴天修屋頂」之後的業績期待，也顯著強化了未來恢復「百億利潤」的確定性預期。分析人士強調，隨着創新藥商業化持續放量、保險業務保持快速增長、文旅消費板塊築底企穩，復星有望進一步釋放增長動能，全年業績增長與估值修復值得關注。基於對公司長期發展的信心，復星正在積極回購公司股份。自3月30日2025年度業績公告以來，截至4月27日，復星國際已累計回購2,541萬股。根據相關公告，預計回購仍將持續。近期，花旗、瑞銀、國泰海通、中信建投等境內外頭部券商也發表研報，看好復星後市表現。花旗著重指出，基於向好的基本面情況，預計復星國際2026年業績表現強勁。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Q1 2026 production results

29 4 月, 2026
EQS via SeaPRwire.com / 30/04/2026 / 09:10 MSK Solidcore Resources plc (“Solidcore” or the “Company”) announces production results for the first quarter, ended 31 March 2026. “We have successfully restored production and sales to stable operating levels, which underpinned strong cash flow generation. Our key development projects, Ertis POX and Syrymbet, are progressing in line with the schedule”, said Vitaly Nesis, CEO of Solidcore Resources plc. HIGHLIGHTS No fatal accidents among the Company’s employees and contractors occurred in Q1 2026. No lost time injuries were recorded. Gold equivalent (GE) production for Q1 2026 reached 125 Koz, representing an 84% year-on-year (y-o-y) increase driven by the recovery of the concentrate processing at third-party POX, as well as the commencement of concentrate processing at the Kazakhmys smelter. Mine level metal output was on par with production at 123 Koz though 8% lower y-o-y due to a planned lower gold grade at Kyzyl as the mine is gradually shifting to underground mining works. GE sales were up by 222% y-o-y to 123 Koz on the back of stabilising production and processing at a third-party POX. Revenue for the reporting quarter increased to US$ 595 million driven by sales recovery and higher gold prices. Net cash stood at US$ 699 million compared with US$ 461 million at the end of 2025. The increase reflects positive free cash flow from operations supported by the release of accumulated inventory. At Ertis POX, Hatch basic engineering has been completed and project documentation submitted for the state expertise and review. The international Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) has been finalised and a draft report published on the Solidcore website for stakeholder feedback. The Company reiterates its full-year 2026 guidance: production of c. 540 GE Koz, TCC and AISC within the ranges of US$ 1,350-1,550/oz and US$ 1,850-2,050/oz, respectively. PRODUCTION RESULTS 3 months ended Mar 31, % change1 2026 2025 Waste mined, Mt 23.9 30.6 -22% Ore mined (open pit), Kt 1,464 1,319 +11% Ore processed, Kt 1,634 1,573 +4% Average GE grade processed, g/t 2.7 3.0 -12% Mine metal output, GE Koz2 123 134 -8% Kyzyl (gold in concentrate) 79 97 -18% Varvara 44 37 +18% Production, GE Koz3 125 68 +84% Kyzyl 81 31 +162% Varvara 44 37 +18% Sales, GE Koz 123 38 +222% Kyzyl 84 8 +972% Varvara 39 30 +29% Revenue, US$m4 595 109 +445% Net cash/(debt), US$m5 699 461 +52% LTIFR (Employees)6 0 0 - Fatalities 0 0 - Notes: (1) % changes can be different from zero even when absolute numbers are unchanged because of rounding. Likewise, % changes can be equal to zero when absolute numbers differ due to the same reason. This note applies to all tables in this release. (2) Gross metal output generated at the mine site before accounting for third-party refining or processing losses. Based on 80:1 Au/Ag conversion ratio and excluding base metals. Discrepancies in calculations are due to rounding. (3) Based on 80:1 Au/Ag conversion ratio and excluding base metals. Discrepancies in calculations are due to rounding. (4) Calculated based on the unaudited consolidated management accounts. (5) Non-IFRS measure based on unaudited consolidated management accounts. Comparative information is presented for 31 December 2025. (6) LTIFR = lost time injury frequency rate per 200,000 hours worked. Company employees only are taken into account. About Solidcore Solidcore Resources is a leading gold producer registered in AIFC, Kazakhstan, and listed on Astana International Exchange. Solidcore operates two producing gold mines and a major growth project in Kazakhstan. Enquiries Investor Relations Media Kirill Kuznetsov Alina Assanova +7 7172 47 66 55 (Kazakhstan) ir@solidcore-resources.com Yerkin Uderbay +7 7172 47 66 55 (Kazakhstan) media@solidcore-resources.kz FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This release may include statements that are, or may be deemed to be, “forward-looking statements”. These forward-looking statements speak only as at the date of this release. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the words “targets”, “believes”, “expects”, “aims”, “intends”, “will”, “may”, “anticipates”, “would”, “could” or “should” or similar expressions or, in each case their negative or other variations or by discussion of strategies, plans, objectives, goals, future events or intentions. These forward-looking statements all include matters that are not historical facts. By their nature, such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors beyond the company’s control that could cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the company to be materially different from future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on numerous assumptions regarding the company’s present and future business strategies and the environment in which the company will operate in the future. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. There are many factors that could cause the company’s actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. The company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the company’s expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements are based. KYZYL 3 months ended Mar 31, % change 2026 2025 MINING Waste mined1, Mt 12.4 17.5 -29% Ore mined (open pit), Kt 696 624 +12% PROCESSING Ore processed, Kt 625 589 +6% Gold grade, g/t 4.5 5.8 -23% Gold recovery 88.2% 88.8% -1% Concentrate produced, Kt 27.2 31.2 -13% Concentrate gold grade, g/t 90.4 96.5 -6% Gold in concentrate, Koz1 79 97 -18% Toll-processing at third-party smelter in Kazakhstan Concentrate processed, Kt 15 - N/A Dore produced, Koz 36 - N/A Toll-processing at third-party POX Concentrate processed, Kt 13 9 +52% Gold grade, g/t 115.4 111.5 +4% Gold recovery 93.5% 89.6% +4% Dore produced, Koz 45 31 +47% TOTAL PRODUCTION Gold, Koz 81 31 +162% Note: (1) Kyzyl waste mined reporting approach was amended to include specification of volume weight coefficients used to convert cubes into tons by mines and periods. Previous periods were restated accordingly. (2) For information only; not considered as gold produced and therefore not reflected in the table representing total production. It will be included in total production upon shipment to off-taker or Dore production under the tolling contract at third-party POX. Quarterly gold production at Kyzyl has normalised totalling 81 Koz. With the recovery of toll-processing operations in Amursk, Dore production at the POX improved to 45 Koz. In addition, the Company started to toll-process part of its concentrate at the Kazakhmys smelter contributing a further 36 Koz of gold production for the quarter. The above offsets the decline in gold grade in concentrate produced in Q1 2026 and the resulting volume of gold in concentrate decrease, which was a result of the planned depletion of the high-grade open-pit reserves at the Eastern part of the pit and staged preparation for the underground mining transition. Stripping volumes decreased due to the gradual and systematic reduction of open-pit mining operations. The Company is planning to start underground ore mining in 2030. VARVARA 3 months ended Mar 31, % change 2026 2025 MINING Waste mined1, Mt 11.5 13.1 -12% Ore mined (open pit), Kt 768 695 +10% PROCESSING Leaching Ore processed, Kt 892 781 +14% Gold grade, g/t 1.4 1.2 +23% Gold recovery1 88.6% 89.4% -1% Gold production (in Dore), Koz 37 30 +26% Flotation Ore processed, Kt 118 202 -42% Gold grade, g/t 2.4 1.8 +33% Gold recovery1 90.3% 85.8% +5% Gold in concentrate, Koz 6 7 -15% TOTAL PRODUCTION Gold, Koz 44 37 +18% Note: (1) Technological recovery, includes gold and copper within work-in-progress inventory. Does not include toll-treated ore. At Varvara, quarterly production grew by 18% y-o-y to 44 Koz largely driven by an increase in grade at the leaching circuit where higher-grade ore from the deeper levels of the southern part of the Komar pit has started to be introduced starting from Q4 2025. The flotation circuit saw a decrease in quarterly production due to the lower ore processing volumes attributable to the depletion of Varvara high-copper grade reserves within the current pit. The flotation plant was mostly processing third-party material with a higher grade, which led to the average grade increase at the circuit. DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS At Ertis POX, Hatch basic engineering has been completed and project documentation submitted for the state expertise and review. Public hearings for the environmental permit for the main construction phase were held, and a positive expert conclusion was obtained as part of the national Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). The hearings were officially recognised as valid, and an environmental permit for the main construction phase was obtained in early April. The conclusion of the comprehensive state construction expertise for the main construction phase is expected in June 2026. The international Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) has been completed, with a draft report published on the Solidcore website for stakeholder feedback. As previously reported, the Company is actively executing and negotiating documentation with several international banks for loan facilities of up to US$ 700 million. Completion is expected in Q2-Q3 2026. At Syrymbet, approximately 70% of the engineering surveys have been completed. Development of the regulatory documentation is ongoing, with completion expected in Q2 2026. The Board of Directors approved additional budget of US$ 20 million for site preparation works for the foundation, preliminary construction works and the purchase of key processing equipment. SUSTAINABILITY, HEALTH AND SAFETY During the reporting period, there were no lost time injuries recorded among the Company’s employees and contractors. Accordingly, no days were lost due to work-related injuries (DIS). Safety remains the top priority for Solidcore as we aim to maintain zero fatalities across our operations and among on-site contractors. The Company is committed to implementing initiatives that further enhance health and safety conditions. The Company is actively working to de-risk its energy supply while reducing costs and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In Q1, commissioning works were completed for the solar power plant at Varvara, launched in December, confirming all design parameters and enabling the processing plant to be powered almost entirely by clean solar energy during daytime hours. Construction of the 40 MW gas-piston balancing power plant is progressing in line with schedule. Approximately 92% of the main equipment has been delivered, with completion of deliveries expected by May 2026. All structural steel frameworks for the planned buildings have been fabricated, and construction works are ongoing. Commissioning of the plant is scheduled for the end of 2026, supporting the transition from purchased grid electricity to self-generated energy and contributing to a projected reduction in the Company’s GHG emissions. 30/04/2026 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.com
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Meta Reports $26.8B Profit in Q1 While Reality Labs Incurs $4B Loss

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Meta delivered a robust first quarter performance, yet investors zeroed in on two high-cost items in the earnings report: another loss from Reality Labs and a significantly expanded AI investment plan. Good to Know Reality Labs incurred an additional $4 billion loss during the quarter. Since 2021, the AR, VR, and metaverse division has accumulated $83.5 billion in losses over 21 quarterly filings. Meta currently projects 2026 expenditures to range from $125 billion to $145 billion, exceeding both its prior forecasts and analysts’ expectations. Meta’s Profit Remains Strong, But Spending Continues to Climb Meta still possesses the financial resources to support major initiatives. During Q1, the firm posted net income of $26.8 billion—an increase of 61% compared to the same period last year. Revenue grew 33% year-over-year to reach $56.3 billion. Despite this, the market response was negative. Meta’s stock dropped over 5% in after-hours trading following the company’s announcement of an elevated spending forecast, primarily driven by AI infrastructure costs. Reality Labs continued to consume cash as well. The unit—responsible for AR glasses, VR headsets, and VR software—lost $4 billion in the quarter. This figure has become almost routine for Meta. Over the 21 quarterly reports issued since 2021, Reality Labs has racked up $83.5 billion in losses, averaging roughly $4 billion per quarter.Simultaneously, Meta has scaled back its earlier metaverse initiatives and redirected greater focus to AI. The company aims to compete more directly with OpenAI and Anthropic, and this competitive race becomes more costly each quarter. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated during the investor call: “We are increasing our infrastructure capex forecast for this year,” Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg told investors during a public call on Wednesday. “Most of that is due to higher component costs, particularly memory pricing […] We are very focused on increasing the efficiency of our investments.” Meta also invested heavily last year in recruiting AI talent. The firm hired over 50 AI researchers and engineers from competing companies, then launched the revamped AI model Muse Spark in early April. Zuckerberg noted that Meta AI usage saw “large increases” after that release.However, investors sought greater clarity on 2027 expenses. Meta CFO Susan Li declined to provide a specific figure. “We aren’t providing a specific outlook for 2027 capex, and we are, frankly, undergoing a very dynamic planning process ourselves as we’re working through what our capacity needs will be over the coming years,” Meta CFO Susan Li responded. “Our experience so far has been that we have continued to underestimate our compute needs.” That statement helps explain the market’s reaction quite clearly. Meta has the means to support substantial AI spending, but investors are now dealing with a company that has massive profits, consistent Reality Labs losses, and no defined limit on compute expenses. 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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Google Sees an Addition of 25M Paid Subscriptions as Alphabet Reports $109.9B in Q1 Revenue iGame

Google Sees an Addition of 25M Paid Subscriptions as Alphabet Reports $109.9B in Q1 Revenue

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Alphabet commenced 2026 with a quarter that surpassed forecasts, posting $109.9 billion in revenue, with contributions from Google Cloud, Search, YouTube, Google One, and its paid AI offerings. The parent company of Google announced that its total paid subscriptions hit 350 million, marking an increase of 25 million since the close of 2025. Good to Know Alphabet's first-quarter revenue increased 22% compared to the previous year, reaching $109.9B. Google's services now boast 350 million paid subscriptions, with YouTube and Google One leading the growth. YouTube's advertising revenue grew 11% year-over-year to $9.88B, though it fell short of the $9.99B target set by Wall Street. Google One And YouTube Carry More Of The Subscription Story While Alphabet clearly exceeded earnings expectations, the growth in subscriptions is equally noteworthy. Google's addition of 25 million paid subscriptions in the quarter was primarily driven by YouTube and Google One, the latter being a cloud storage service that now includes access to advanced Gemini AI tools. The performance of Gemini is less transparent. Alphabet did not disclose updated figures for total Gemini subscribers or monthly active users. However, CEO Sundar Pichai reported a 40% quarter-over-quarter increase in paid monthly active users for Gemini Enterprise. He also noted the most recent quarter was the strongest for consumer AI plans to date, largely because of adoption of the Gemini app. YouTube delivered a mixed performance for Alphabet. While ad revenue climbed 11% year-over-year to $9.88 billion, it missed the analyst forecast of $9.99 billion. This shortfall aligns with a broader shift on the platform, where a growing number of users are opting for ad-free viewing via YouTube Premium. Pichai had previously advised analysts to evaluate YouTube's performance using both advertising and subscription metrics, rather than ads alone.Google Cloud provided significant momentum for the quarter. The division's revenue hit $20 billion, a 63% year-over-year surge, fueled by enterprise demand for AI services. According to Reuters, Alphabet's stock price climbed more than 6% following the results, bolstered by the cloud growth and the overall earnings beat. Search maintained its robust performance. Alphabet reported a 19% increase in Search revenue, attributing the growth to AI features that are boosting user engagement and query volume. This strength provides Google with greater financial flexibility to invest in Gemini, cloud infrastructure, and paid AI services, while still relying on the foundational advertising business. Expenditures remain a key area to watch. Reuters indicated that Alphabet's capital expenditures exceeded $35 billion in the first quarter, with potential spending for the year reaching $190 billion as the company expands its AI infrastructure. So, while Alphabet did outperform expectations, investors must now monitor two concurrent narratives: the rapid monetization of AI and the substantial costs associated with building AI capacity. 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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Meta Commences USDC Creator Payout Trial on Solana and Polygon Platforms iGame

Meta Commences USDC Creator Payout Trial on Solana and Polygon Platforms

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Meta has launched a 2026 pilot program allowing chosen creators to receive their earnings in USDC, with payments processed via Solana and Polygon. The trial begins with eligible creators in Colombia and the Philippines—two markets where many online workers are paid in U.S. dollars and often face losses from bank fees or currency conversion. Good to Know Meta is not introducing a new cryptocurrency. The pilot uses USDC, a dollar-pegged stablecoin issued by Circle. Stripe powers the payment infrastructure after Meta solicited proposals from third-party providers in February 2026. Creators are responsible for managing their own wallets, private keys, tax records, and any conversion of USDC to local cash. Meta Opts for USDC Over Developing Another In-House Cryptocurrency Meta previously attempted to build its own crypto project. Libra launched in 2019, later rebranded to Diem, and was discontinued in 2022 following strong pushback from U.S. and European lawmakers. Now, Meta has taken a more straightforward approach. Instead of issuing its own token, the company is using USDC. This choice gives Meta a familiar stablecoin payment rail and avoids the political controversy that led to Diem’s end. Qualified creators will receive a notification in the Facebook app. From there, they can add a USDC wallet address in Meta’s payout settings—only Solana and Polygon are supported for the pilot.Supported wallets include MetaMask, Phantom, Binance, Bybit, Kraken, Exodus, Brave Wallet, Bitso, GCash with GCrypto, and Coins.ph. Stripe is the backbone of the payment process. The company became the main partner after acquiring stablecoin infrastructure firm Bridge, providing Meta with a ready-made setup for crypto-based creator payouts. The pilot aligns with a broader trend in payments. PayPal launched PYUSD in 2023, and Stripe reinstated crypto payouts that same year. In the U.S., progress tied to the GENIUS Act framework has also helped large companies feel more comfortable testing stablecoin payments. Still, Meta keeps the setup limited. The company does not convert USDC to local currency. A creator wanting cash must send USDC to an exchange, sell it for fiat, and then withdraw funds to a bank account.Meta also warns users about wallet mistakes. Crypto transfers cannot be reversed—funds sent to the wrong address or network may be lost permanently. Taxes remain part of the normal payout process. Creators still receive regular Meta forms, including Form 1099 or 1042 when relevant. Since USDC counts as a digital asset payment, Stripe may also issue additional crypto tax documents. Creators need records from both sources. Meta can switch a creator back to another payout method if technical issues affect the crypto option. The company does not custody wallets, so users bear full responsibility for wallet security and private keys. With over 3 billion users across its apps, Meta has the reach to turn this small stablecoin test into a large payment channel if it expands USDC payouts later in 2026. For now, eligible creators should check Facebook payout settings, confirm wallet support, and review every address before connecting anything. 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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US and Dubai Authorities Arrest 276 in Cryptocurrency Fraud Ring iGame

US and Dubai Authorities Arrest 276 in Cryptocurrency Fraud Ring

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - On April 29, 2026, U.S. officials publicized a major cryptocurrency fraud case, revealing that investigators had connected overseas fraud centers to counterfeit investment platforms targeting Americans. Good to Know Law enforcement apprehended at least 276 individuals and dismantled at least nine alleged scam centers. According to prosecutors, the criminal networks utilized fake cryptocurrency investment websites, online relationship-building, and rapid money laundering. The indictments include conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering, with each charge punishable by up to 20 years in prison. Fake Crypto Platforms Sat At The Center Of The Case Dubai recorded the highest number of arrests. Local authorities there detained 275 individuals, which includes three defendants named in San Diego cases. An additional defendant was arrested by the Thailand Royal Thai Police. The San Diego indictments identify Thet Min Nyi, Wiliang Awang, Andreas Chandra, Lisa Mariam, and two fugitives. The alleged operations were also linked by prosecutors to Ko Thet Company, Sanduo Group, and Giant Company. The Department of Justice characterized the case as an uncommon multinational collaboration. It stated:“Unprecedented cooperation between the FBI, Dubai Police Department, and Chinese Ministry of Public Security has resulted in the arrest of at least 276 individuals and the dismantlement of at least nine scam centers used for cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes.” “These centers targeted Americans who have suffered millions of dollars in losses from such schemes,” the DOJ added. Prosecutors explained that the scam centers employed "pig-butchering," a deceptive tactic where fraudsters cultivate false friendships or romantic relationships before convincing victims to make phony investments. Victims subsequently opened accounts, transferred cryptocurrency, borrowed money, took out loans, and invested additional funds after viewing fabricated balances on the platforms. The DOJ clarified that the platforms were merely facades. It elaborated:“Fake platforms put the victims’ funds in the hands of the scammers, who then laundered the victims’ funds to other cryptocurrency accounts, including their own.” The FBI's San Diego office initiated the inquiry in 2025 after tracking companies and individuals associated with fraudulent compounds. Investigators relied on reports from the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, interviews with victims, financial documentation, and data provided by Meta Platforms, Inc., which owns Facebook and Instagram. The accused allegedly held roles as managers, recruiters, or general staff within the operations. Prosecutors state the groups inflicted millions of dollars in losses and transferred funds between cryptocurrency accounts before victims could reclaim their money. A conviction on each count of wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy carries a maximum prison sentence of 20 years. Potential fines can be as high as $250,000, $500,000, or double the amount gained or lost, based on the specific charge. Prosecutors have also initiated criminal forfeiture proceedings against Thet Min Nyi and a fugitive co-defendant. The investigation involved the FBI, Dubai Police, China's Ministry of Public Security, Thailand's Royal Thai Police, and other collaborators. This case follows efforts by the FBI's San Diego field office under Operation Level Up, which by April 2026 had alerted nearly 9,000 potential victims and prevented an estimated $562 million in losses. 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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百望股份2025年業績迎根本性拐點 環球富盛首次覆蓋給予「買入」評級 ACN Newswire

百望股份2025年業績迎根本性拐點 環球富盛首次覆蓋給予「買入」評級

29 4 月, 2026
香港，2026年4月30日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 4月29日，香港持牌券商環球富盛理財有限公司發布針對百望股份（6657.HK）的首次覆蓋研報，給予公司“買入”評級，對應目標價 19.04 港元。研報指出，百望股份2025年經營與財務狀況顯著改善，盈利能力實現根本性修複，經調整淨利潤成功扭虧為盈，Data+AI 第二增長曲線快速增長。基於百望股份業績表現與業務增長潛力，莊懷超團隊在研報中給出盈利預測，預計公司2026-2028年歸母淨利潤分別為 0.13、0.30 和0.70億元。參考同行業公司估值，考慮到百望股份AI業務高速增長，給予一定估值溢價，給予其2026年4 倍PS，按照港元兌人民幣0.88匯率計算，對應目標價19.04港元。經營業績迎關鍵拐點 盈利能力實現根本性修複研報顯示，2025年度百望股份全面推行“數據能力建設”與“場景產品化落地”雙輪驅動戰略，通過深入的經營調整與組織重構，成功實現經營質量的階段性拐點，核心財務與運營成果顯著。營收層面，2025 年百望股份實現營業收入 7.29 億元，同比增長 10.5%；其中智能體產品線實現收入 2.11 億元，成功完成從 0 到規模化營收的突破性進展。盈利層面，2025 年經調整淨利潤成功扭虧為盈。毛利率方面，得益於人工智能業務毛利潤增長 5390 萬元、增幅達 100%，盈利質量持續改善。AI戰略完成清晰產品化落地 第二增長曲線全面啟動研報重點提及，百望股份 AI 戰略已形成清晰的產品化路徑，並實現規模化商業落地。依托自研 X-Engine 語義引擎與深厚的數據治理能力，百望股份構建以百鏈、百信、百策為核心的底層數據能力中樞，形成覆蓋產業鏈關系、動態商業信用評價與經營決策輔助的底層支撐體系；並以此為基礎，深度落地財稅合規、金融風控、經營管理等高價值場景。同時，百望股份面向 B 端與輕量化場景分別推出百搭、百寶兩大產品品牌，將動態信用能力與專業智能體能力產品化、標准化輸出。2025 年，百望股份人工智能業務實現收入 2.11 億元，占總收入比重達 29.0%，從無到有成長為公司核心增長引擎。與此同時，百望股份代表高價值業務方向的 Data+AI 智能解決方案收入達到 1.50 億元，標志著第二增長曲線已實質性啟動，推動業務結構向更高附加值方向演進。百望股份核心財稅數字化基本盤穩健提質，通過提升客戶服務、深化客戶結構與服務能力，實現收入與毛利率穩步增長，為公司戰略轉型提供了穩定的現金流、客戶和數據來源基礎；Data+AI 等數據與信用類業務實現規模化收入突破，其高毛利率及複購潛力，成為驅動公司整體利潤率和增長質量的新引擎，驗證了戰略轉型方向的正確性。海量真實數據資源構築核心壁壘 差異化優勢難以複制研報強調，海量真實數據資源持續領跑，構築了百望股份難以複制的核心護城河。百望股份構建了基於海量、高頻、連續的真實交易數據底座，形成了顯著的規模壁壘與網絡效應。截至報告期，百望股份服務的納稅人識別號超過 9640 萬家；集團型企業客戶 2928 家；中小企業客戶 3070 萬家；累計處理發票量約 260.5 億張，對應交易總額 1188.0 萬億元。研報明確指出，真實、結構化、閉環的交易數據，是百望股份區別於通用 AI 或傳統 SaaS 廠商的核心戰略資產；它不僅構成了百望股份當前信用及智能服務的燃料與基石，更是百望股份在 AI Agent 時代支撐複雜場景決策，構建可信任的商業基礎設施的核心壁壘。隨著百望股份AI業務的持續推進與業績端的持續改善，疊加本次機構首次覆蓋給出的買入評級，其後續估值修複行情或將獲市場持續關注。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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禮來（LLY）股票：周四第一季盈餘值得關注什麼

29 4 月, 2026
TLDR Eli Lilly 將於週四開盤前公布 2026 年第一季度財報 分析師預計年營收增長 36.8% 上一季度，LLY 營收為 192.9 億美元，年增 42.6% 分析師預計在過去 30 天內呈上升趨勢 LLY 在過去一個月下跌 1.5%，而製藥同行平均上漲 10.8% (SeaPRwire) - Eli Lilly 將於本週四開盤前公布 2026 年第一季度業績。所有人的目光都將聚焦在這家製藥公司能否延續其令人印象深刻的增長勢頭。 Eli Lilly and Company, LLY 上一季度，Lilly 的營收為 192.9 億美元，年增 42.6%。這超出了分析師的預期，並且公司提供的全年業績指引也超過了華爾街的預測。 這一次，分析師預計年營收將增長 36.8%。這比去年同期 45.2% 的增長有所放緩，但仍是相當強勁的增長速度。 值得注意的是，在過去兩年裡，Lilly 曾不止一次未能達到華爾街的營收預期。因此，儘管預期正在上升，但業績超出預期並非板上釘釘。 分析師的情緒一直在朝著積極的方向轉變。在過去 30 天裡，營收預期的大部分都得到了上調，這表明在財報公佈前信心正在增長。 Lilly 是本財報季首家公布業績的主要製藥公司。這意味著目前還沒有同行業的業績可以作為參考。 製藥行業情緒高漲 — 但 LLY 並未跟隨 近期，整個製藥行業的表現相當不錯。過去一個月，同行股票平均上漲了 10.8%。 Lilly 並未參與到這波漲勢中。同期 LLY 下跌了 1.5%，這使得週四的業績報告可能成為推動股價向任何方向發展的催化劑。 投資者對整個行業的情緒普遍積極，這為 Lilly 在財報公布前提供了一個合理的背景。 業績需要展現的數字 分析師設定的營收增長目標是 36.8%。任何高於此的數字都可能受到好評。 全年業績指引與營收數字同等重要。上一季度上調的業績指引是該股票獲得積極反饋的關鍵原因。 盈利能力指標也將是關注的焦點。Lilly 在製造和產能擴張方面的巨額投資意味著利潤率仍然是投資者討論的重點。 該公司一直在擴大其 GLP-1 藥物的生產規模，這些藥物是其過去幾個季度營收激增的關鍵。 任何關於這些藥物供需動態的評論都將受到密切關注。 不利的一面是，關稅擔憂給整個製藥行業帶來了一層不確定性。週四的電話會議中 Lilly 是否會對此作出回應值得關注。 該股票在過去一個月下跌了 1.5%，而整個製藥行業的表現則優於大盤。這種相對疲軟的表現可能會根據業績結果迅速逆轉。 財報將於週四開盤前公布。營收預期為年增長 36.8%，分析師預期在此之前呈上升趨勢。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈，覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者，以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
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NIO股價飆升9%！Onvo L80 瞄準 Tesla Model Y

29 4 月, 2026
TLDR NIO 在香港上市的股票週三飆升 8.7%；在美國上市的股票上漲約 2% 新款 Onvo L80 SUV 定價為 245,800 元人民幣（約 35,940 美元），比 L90 低約 7.5% L80 的價格比 Tesla 在中國的 Model Y 低約 7% 預售現已開放，正式發布與交付定於 5 月 15 日 NIO 在 2025 年第四季首次實現獲利，並計畫在 2026 年推出多款車型 (SeaPRwire) - 在中國電動車製造商 NIO 揭開其新款 Onvo L80 SUV 的面紗後，NIO 在香港上市的股票週三跳漲 8.7%。截至撰稿時，在美國上市的 NIO 股票上漲約 2%。 NIO Inc., NIO L80 是一款大型五座 SUV，也是現有 L90 車型的兩排座版本。它隸屬於 NIO 的 Onvo 子品牌，基於 NT 3.0 平台打造，並採用 900V 高壓架構。 預售價格為 245,800 元人民幣（含電池），若選擇「電池租用服務」（Battery as a Service）方案則為 159,800 元人民幣。這使其價格比 L90 的 265,800 元人民幣起售價低約 7.5%。 #NIO Onvo L80 has been shipped nationwide, with customer experience starting April 28. The model is officially billed as China’s largest cargo space 5-seat SUV. https://t.co/PLm7KQpJ94 pic.twitter.com/3mUt2vjbQl — ThinkerCar (@thinkercar) April 27, 2026 它在中國的售價也比 Tesla Model Y 低約 7%，這在競爭激烈的市場中可能會引起關注。 預售於週三開放。試駕將於 5 月 1 日在全國所有 NIO 門市開始。 發布時間與策略 正式發布與首批交付定於 5 月 15 日，這天恰逢 Onvo 品牌成立兩週年。 NIO 表示，L80 與 L90 共享主要零件，這是為了擴大生產規模並降低成本的刻意舉措。該公司指出，空間利用率是這款新車型的關鍵賣點。 NIO 正依賴 L80 和即將推出的 Nio ES9 旗艦 SUV，以保持今年剩餘時間的銷售動能。 Onvo 子品牌的擴張是其在中國擁擠的電動車市場中，爭取更多價格區間市佔率的廣泛推動計畫的一部分。 財務背景 NIO 在 2025 年第四季報告了其有史以來首次獲利的季度，這一里程碑為其 2026 年的產品陣容計畫增添了份量。 在週三宣布消息之前，該股票今年迄今已上漲約 29%。 華爾街目前對 NIO 持有「中性買入」（Moderate Buy）共識，基於 6 個買入評級、2 個持有評級和 1 個賣出評級。 平均目標價為 6.50 美元，分析師認為在近期股價上漲後，該股票已大致反映其全部價值。 隨著 2026 年仍有多款車型計畫推出，分析師預計 NIO 將能持續建立在第四季獲利的基礎上。 L80 的亮相是該公司繁忙產品年度中的最新一步。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈，覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者，以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
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Charges Against The Lodge Card Club Dropped by Texas iGame

Charges Against The Lodge Card Club Dropped by Texas

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock is gearing up to resume operations after Texas dismissed charges tied to allegations of illegal gambling and money laundering. Good to Know Co-owner Doug Polk stated that a Williamson County grand jury declined to prosecute the case. The Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission conducted a raid on The Lodge in March. The returned funds will allow players to cash in their chips and collect pending tournament payouts. The Lodge Prepares To Reopen Poker looks poised to make a return at one of Texas’s largest card rooms. Doug Polk, co-owner of The Lodge Card Club and a high-stakes poker player, shared on Tuesday that the state dropped the case after a Williamson County grand jury chose not to pursue prosecution. Polk posted on X that he hopes The Lodge can reopen “within a few weeks.” BREAKING: All charges against myself, my partners, and the Lodge have been officially rejected. The seized money and equipment will be returned and we will reopen as quickly as possible, hopefully within a few weeks. The Grand Jury in Williamson county heard the allegations… pic.twitter.com/giEFXKzq6N — Doug Polk (Code Doug) (@DougPolkVids) April 28, 2026 This development wraps up nearly two months of uncertainty for the Round Rock club. In March, the Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission raided the property, seized funds and assets, and forced the venue to close its doors. The TABC accused The Lodge and its owners of crimes linked to illegal gambling and money laundering. However, the agency only conducted an investigation and could not formally charge the club on its own. Texas had until April 9 to file charges or release the seized funds. That deadline passed while the funds remained frozen. Later, the state removed potential money laundering allegations from the investigation. With the funds now returned, The Lodge can begin settling customer balances. Players can redeem their chips for cash, and the club can process the tournament payouts that went unpaid after the raid. The timing of the closure made the situation particularly chaotic. The Lodge had wrapped up a tournament series one day before the raid, including a main event that awarded more than $200,000 to the winner. 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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富衛集團延續穩健財務表現 2026 年首季度新業務強勁 ACN Newswire

富衛集團延續穩健財務表現 2026 年首季度新業務強勁

29 4 月, 2026
香港，2026年4月30日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 富衛集團有限公司（「富衛集團」或「富衛」）今日公布截至2026年3月31日止三個月的首季度新業務摘要。- 新增業務銷售額按年化新保費計算較2025年同期上升4%至7.2億美元。- 新業務合約服務邊際為5.56億美元，按年增幅達18%。- 於泛亞地區推出11款新產品。富衛集團於2026年2月發布的消費者展望調查結果顯示亞洲多數中產階級對財務狀況感到焦慮，且對退休準備不足。富衛集團行政總裁兼執行董事黃清風表示：「集團於2026年首季展現強勁業績，延續穩健的業務基礎及增長勢頭，充分體現我們泛亞洲多元化業務布局及分銷模式。日本及東南亞的拓展市場為集團增長的主要動力，而香港特別行政區即使在 2025 年首季高基數效應下，表現仍然穩健。」黃清風補充：「長遠而言，富衛集團對亞洲中產階層的增長趨勢持有信心，儘管短期區內經濟及消費者或受內外圍環境所影響。鑑於我們總部所在的香港特別行政區等地區內金融樞紐展現出穩健的市場實力與良好的市場信心，我們對由FWD Private所服務的高淨值客群前景保持樂觀。」香港特別行政區及澳門特別行政區分部於2026年首季相比錄得紀錄高位的2025年首季有所提升，反映出本地及金融樞紐相關需求。日本錄得強勁增長，反映其於2025年中策略性拓展至退休與儲蓄險領域，和其長久以來建立的保障業務。拓展市場分部（包括印尼、馬來西亞、菲律賓、新加坡及越南）在保險經紀及獨立理財顧問渠道及穩健的銀行保險業務推動下，錄得出色成長。泰國與柬埔寨分部鑑於泰國受利率下行環境影響所帶來的增長阻力，富衛繼續專注於發展高質素的新業務。如早前公布，待相關監管批准，Knattapisit Krutkrongchai（KK）將於2026年5月11日出任富衛泰國行政總裁。KK擁有近30年豐富保險業管理經驗，包括最近期擔任泰國泰京安盛行政總裁。關於富衛集團富衛集團（1828.HK）為泛亞洲人壽及健康保險公司，服務約4,000萬名客戶，業務遍及亞洲十個市場，包括印尼人民銀行人壽保險（BRI Life）。富衛秉持以客為先的方針及科技賦能的模式，致力為客戶帶來創新定位、簡單易明的產品和簡單的保險體驗。自2013年成立以來，富衛於部分全球發展最迅速的保險市場營運業務，專注為大眾創造保險新體驗。富衛集團在香港聯合交易所有限公司主板上市，股份代號為1828。如欲了解更多資訊，請瀏覽www.fwd.comFor media inquiries, please contact: groupcommunications@fwd.comSource: FWD Group Holdings Limited*未經審核業績數據均截至2026年3月31日首三個月並與2025年同期比較。增長率按固定匯率計算。新增業務銷售額為按年化新保費基準計算，即100%年化首年保費及10%整付保費。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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FWD Group reports strong first quarter new business update, adding to its consistent track record of financial performance ACN Newswire

FWD Group reports strong first quarter new business update, adding to its consistent track record of financial performance

29 4 月, 2026
HONG KONG, Apr 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - FWD Group Holdings Limited (“FWD Group” or “FWD”) today announced strong first quarter new business highlights for the three months ended 31 March 2026.- New business sales were up four per cent to US$720 million compared to the same period in 2025 on an annualised premium equivalent (APE) basis.- New business contractual service margin was US$556 million, with year-on-year growth of 18 per cent.- Introduced 11 new products around the region; the FWD Group consumer outlook survey released in February 2026 showed that the majority of Asia’s middle-class feel financially anxious and underprepared for retirement.Huynh Thanh Phong, Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of FWD Group, said, “This is another strong set of results, reflecting our consistent track record of performance, growth, and the diversified pan-Asian footprint and distribution model of FWD Group. Japan and our Expansion Markets in Southeast Asia were key drivers of growth, alongside another solid performance from Hong Kong SAR, despite the high base effect from a record first quarter comparison in 2025.”“At FWD Group, we have confidence over the long-term that the rising middle-class trend in Asia will continue, despite the near-term impacts of external shocks on economies and consumers in the region. The outlook for the high-net-worth segment, served by FWD Private, remains positive, particularly given the strength and confidence in financial hubs in the region like Hong Kong SAR where we are headquartered,” added Huynh Thanh Phong.The Hong Kong SAR & Macau SAR reporting segment delivered continued growth in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the record high first quarter in 2025, reflecting both domestic and financial hub related demand.Japan reported strong growth, reflecting the boost from its strategic expansion into the retirement and savings segment in mid 2025, alongside its long-standing protection business.The Expansion Markets segment – comprised of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam – posted excellent growth, driven by the broker and independent financial advisor channel and solid bancassurance results.In the Thailand & Cambodia segment, the focus on developing quality new business continued, given sustained growth headwinds from the lower rate environment in Thailand. As previously announced, Khun Knattapisit Krutkrongchai (KK) will join FWD as Chief Executive Officer, Thailand, effective 11 May 2026, subject to relevant regulatory approvals. KK is a seasoned insurance executive with almost 30 years of experience, including most recently as Chief Executive Officer of Krungthai-AXA.About FWD GroupFWD Group (1828.HK) is a pan-Asian life and health insurance business that serves approximately 40 million customers across 10 markets, including BRI Life in Indonesia. FWD’s customer-led and tech-enabled approach aims to deliver innovative propositions, easy-to-understand products and a simpler insurance experience. Established in 2013, the company operates in some of the fastest-growing insurance markets in the world with a vision of changing the way people feel about insurance. FWD Group is listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code 1828. For more information, please visit www.fwd.comFor media inquiries, please contact: groupcommunications@fwd.comSource: FWD Group Holdings Limited*The unaudited results are for the three months ended 31 March 2026 and are compared to the same period in 2025. Growth rates are represented on a constant exchange rate basis. New business sales are calculated on an APE basis, based on 100 percent annualised first year premiums and 10 percent single premiums. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Sportradar Shares Drop 22.6% Amid CEO’s Grey Market Revenue Disclosure (5-13%) iGame

Sportradar Shares Drop 22.6% Amid CEO’s Grey Market Revenue Disclosure (5-13%)

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - During its first-quarter earnings call, Sportradar responded to allegations from short sellers regarding its revenue from unlicensed operators, following two critical reports that caused a significant drop in its share price last week. Good to Know Sportradar stated that its revenue from the grey market falls within a range of 5% to 13%. The company's stock declined by 22.6% after reports were published by Callisto Research and Muddy Waters. First-quarter revenue increased by 11% to €347 million, despite the company reporting a loss of €6 million. Koerl Pushes Back On Short Seller Claims CEO Carsten Koerl provided analysts with a more precise figure after Callisto Research and Muddy Waters raised questions about the portion of Sportradar's income derived from unlicensed operators. “We do not work with black market operators,” Koerl stated on the post-Q1 earnings call. “For the grey market, we have a solid compliance structure in place, and we only work with licensed operators. “Overall, it’s [between] 5% to 12%, 13%. That’s the range which we have, and we are drilling this down from our operational business.”Callisto Research had alleged that a former senior employee at Sportradar estimated revenue from unlicensed operators was 30% to 40%. The report also suggested the number of unlicensed platforms could exceed 270. Separately, Muddy Waters claimed that a Sportradar sales employee stated the company “serves everyone” during the ICE Barcelona 2026 event, where investigators said they inquired about operations in Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and China. Sportradar's share price dropped 22.6% by the market close on Wednesday following the reports. Koerl refuted the allegations on LinkedIn the following day, labeling them “false, misleading and defamatory.” He reiterated this stance during the earnings call. “To be clear, Sportradar and I reject the unfounded and misinformed allegations contained in the reports,” Koerl said. “For 25 years, Sportradar has maintained regulatory licenses in jurisdictions around the world.“Unfortunately, these actors strive on misinformation and repackaging historical allegations to drive down company stock prices at the expense of long-term focused investors.” Koerl said that since the reports were released, the company had been contacted by leagues, clients, partners, commissioners, and regulators. “I get a lot of support from all sites, our partners, our clients, the industry, some commissioners. And from a regulator perspective, we are in contact with some regulators on a very frequent basis. “Some of them contacted our teams, they explained to them the situation and that’s an ongoing process. Overall, the response was overwhelming for me that I got so much support and feedback on the allegations.” ICE Claims And Q1 Numbers Add More Detail Koerl also responded to a Muddy Waters claim concerning Yabo Group, which the report identified as China's largest illegal operator. He explained that investigators singled out a junior sales employee at the ICE event, where Sportradar conducted approximately 4,000 meetings. He emphasized that any sales conversation is merely the start of a comprehensive review process.“When a sales guy is selling something, there is a kickoff of a very intensive KYC process,” Koerl said. “That has the identification, the verification, the licence verification against the regulator, the verification of a corporate filing and the register, which is in there. Then finally, running this through sanction lists from all the available markets where we are acting. And then it goes to a final review of our legal counsel before a contract is signed. “So this is far off from signing a contract, and this was a purposeful sting campaign on a relatively young sales employee at ICE. “[There’s] no excuse on this, [it] should not happen, but this was far off from signing a contract or teasing somebody into doing business in illegal markets.” Separate from the controversy, Sportradar announced an 11% increase in Q1 revenue to €347 million. Adjusted EBITDA grew by 12% to €66 million, while the company registered a €6 million loss. Sportradar also appointed Sameer Deen as Chief Operating Officer, effective from May 18. Deen joins from Entain, where he held the positions of group COO and president since December 2023. Koerl stated that Deen will be “instrumental” in commercial activities and enhancing operational efficiency. Koerl said: “We will continue to drive innovation across our business, uphold the highest levels of integrity and transparency while delivering increasing value to our clients, our partners and our shareholders. “The underlying fundamentals of the business remain strong, and we are confident in our growth strategy and the opportunities ahead.” 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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UKGC States Financial Risk Checks Are Not Affordability Checks iGame

UKGC States Financial Risk Checks Are Not Affordability Checks

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - The UK Gambling Commission has moved to ease concerns surrounding financial risk checks, stating that the proposed procedure will not require bettors to submit bank statements or other additional financial paperwork. Good to Know The UKGC confirms financial risk checks will not evaluate how much each customer is able to spend on gambling. Trial data indicates 97% of checks can be completed with no interruptions for users. Just 0.1% of active accounts required extra support during the pilot. Miller Seeks to Establish a Clear Distinction Tim Miller, Executive Director at the UKGC, used the Ethical Gambling Forum held in London to draw a line between financial risk assessments and the long-running debate over affordability checks. He stated: “The checks we have been trialing will not even attempt to evaluate how much each individual customer can afford to spend on gambling”. Miller also noted the Commission wants to introduce guidance that prevents operators from requesting bank statements or similar documents after a risk check is completed. He described such requests as serving no “legitimate regulatory purpose”. This point directly addresses one of the most prominent complaints from the gambling sector. Betting and Gaming Council CEO Grainne Hurst had previously stated: “Forcing punters to submit bank statements is not ‘frictionless’ – it is intrusive, and will push customers towards the illegal market, where no consumer safeguards exist at all.” A YouGov survey commissioned by the BGC found 65% of UK bettors would refuse to share personal financial documents to continue placing bets. The pilot launched in August 2024, applying to users with £500 in net monthly deposits, before the threshold was lowered to £150 in February 2025. Tier one operators took part in the scheme, with credit reference agencies brought in to help flag signs of financial risk. Data from the pilot forms the core of the UKGC’s defence of the policy. Fewer than 3% of active customers would trigger intervention processes. Roughly 97% would complete checks without any disruption, a figure higher than the 80% estimate laid out in the 2023 white paper. Only 0.1% of active accounts, equal to roughly one in 1,000, could not finish the assessment without additional support. Miller said the group that underwent checks also showed higher levels of financial vulnerability, with customers two to five times more likely than the average person to have defaulted on debt or joined a debt management plan in the previous 12 months. Illegal Platforms Remain a Core Part of the Discussion The Commission board has not yet approved a full rollout of the checks. Any final plan will require sign-off from the board and ongoing government support. If given the go-ahead, the UKGC will collaborate with the DCMS, operators, and credit reference agencies to develop practical implementation guidance. Miller also connected the risk check debate to the issue of illegal gambling. Between 2025 and 2026, the UKGC issued 741 cease-and-desist notices, reported nearly 398,000 illegal URLs to search engines, referred 1,068 websites for delisting, and disrupted 1,134 websites via takedowns or geo-blocking. The Treasury has allocated £26 million over three years to support broader work targeting the illegal gambling market. Miller said: “One of the areas my own subgroup is working on right now is releasing a national risk assessment of the illegal market, to help make sure all relevant parties are focused on the main risks that may emerge,” The Commission also expects to receive responses on gaming machine compliance in summer 2026. Operators are required to remove all non-compliant machines from service starting 29 July 2026. Miller said: “This is the moment where we also need to look at what actions we can take to help keep the consumer experience positive and competitive, particularly when compared to what is offered by the illegal market.” 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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Caesars’ Revenue Climbs to $2.9 Billion as Digital Segment Hits Q1 Record iGame

Caesars’ Revenue Climbs to $2.9 Billion as Digital Segment Hits Q1 Record

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Caesars Entertainment kicked off 2026 with increased revenue, a reduced net loss, and record-breaking first-quarter results from Caesars Digital—even as casino margins remained under pressure. Good to Know Caesars posted Q1 revenue of $2.9 billion, up from $2.8 billion in the prior year. Caesars Digital’s revenue rose to $374 million, with adjusted EBITDA climbing to $69 million. The company closed the quarter with $867 million in cash and approximately $11.9 billion in debt. Digital Segment Plays a Larger Role in Q1 Results Caesars Digital provided the company with its most distinct growth trajectory in the first quarter. Revenue in the segment grew from $335 million to $374 million, while adjusted EBITDA increased from $43 million to $69 million. CEO Tom Reeg said: “In the first quarter of 2026, we delivered growth in total net revenue and adjusted EBITDA versus last year.“Caesars Digital revenue of $374 million (up from $335 million a year ago) and adjusted EBITDA of $69 million (up from $43 million a year ago) achieved record first-quarter results.” Across its entire business, Caesars recorded $2.9 billion in revenue, an increase from $2.8 billion the previous year. Net loss narrowed to $98 million from $115 million. Consolidated adjusted EBITDA reached $887 million, just slightly above the $884 million reported last year. Las Vegas maintained stable top-line performance. Revenue stayed at $1 billion, while adjusted EBITDA slipped 1.6% to $426 million. Hotel occupancy hit 95.3%, and executives pointed to improved demand following a weaker second half of 2025. President and Chief Operating Officer Anthony Carano called Las Vegas trends “a dramatic improvement versus the second half of 2025.”Reeg also noted that convention and group demand continues to play a significant role, with CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 among the major events supporting the market. He said: “We feel better each quarter about how Vegas is performing,” Regional Casinos Remain Stable Amid Shift to Cash Focus Regional revenue rose 3% to $1.43 billion, though adjusted EBITDA dipped to $435 million. Reeg explained the segment looked stronger when excluding the benefit of last year’s Super Bowl LX in New Orleans from the comparison: “The regional segment delivered improved adjusted EBITDA on a year-over-year basis after excluding the benefits of Super Bowl LX in New Orleans last year.” Chief Financial Officer Bret Yunker described the quarter as stable and tied future results to enhanced cash generation. Caesars has spent roughly $3 billion on renovations in recent years and now expects a “cash flow harvesting cycle.”Yunker said: “Our first-quarter consolidated results demonstrate the stability of our Las Vegas and regional segments and the continued growth in Caesars Digital, “We expect to deliver strong free cash flow in 2026 as a result of continued operating momentum, lower cash interest expense, and lower capex.” Caesars also completed the $54 million acquisition of Caesars Windsor operations in March and entered a 20-year agreement with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. Executives declined to address reported takeover interest from Tilman Fertitta, stating the company will not comment on “market rumors or speculation.” 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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Kambi Reports Strong Q1 Results, Secures Canadian Lottery Deal iGame

Kambi Reports Strong Q1 Results, Secures Canadian Lottery Deal

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Kambi Group announced increased revenue and enhanced profitability for the first quarter of 2026, subsequently securing a significant sports betting agreement in Canada that covers a large portion of the nation. Good to Know Kambi revenue increased by 4.9% year-over-year to €43.5 million in Q1 2026. Adjusted EBITDA surged 63.5% to €5.7 million, achieving a 13% margin. ALC and BCLC have chosen Kambi to provide sports betting support across seven Canadian provinces. Profit Growth Comes First For Kambi Kambi began 2026 with a more efficient cost structure and improved margins. First-quarter revenue hit €43.5 million, a 4.9% increase compared to the prior-year period, while adjusted EBITDA grew 63.5% to €5.7 million. The operating profit margin also saw significant improvement, rising from 2% to 9.7%. Concurrently, operating expenses decreased by 2.1% year-over-year, providing the sports betting supplier with a more robust foundation for future business agreements. The company also highlighted several commercial successes in the quarter. These encompassed a partnership with Pari Mutuel Urbain in France, expanded adoption of Odds Feed+ via the ComeOn Group, broader content distribution for Hard Rock Bet, and new platform launches with Coolbet and LeoVegas.Kambi CEO Werner Becher stated: “The first quarter demonstrated an improved financial performance, with revenue growth supported by our commercial progress and ongoing cost management, leading to greater profitability. “Today's signing with the Canadian lotteries, along with our agreements with PMU and OLG, reinforces our standing with government-owned entities and emphasizes the advantages of our regulated market strategy, solidifying Kambi as the industry's trusted sports betting partner.” Canada Deal Covers Seven ProvincesKambi subsequently achieved one of its most substantial regulated market victories in Canada. The Atlantic Lottery Corporation and British Columbia Lottery Corporation have selected the company to deliver a unified sportsbook solution for seven of Canada's ten provinces. The arrangement includes online and retail betting in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba via BCLC. It also extends to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador through ALC. ALC recently conducted a Request for Proposal (RFP) to select a single supplier for the joint Canadian sportsbook initiative. Scott Eagles, ALC's director of sports betting, described the partnership as an "important step in how provincial lotteries work together" to offer sports betting to customers. Becher commented: “Our selection to operate this multi-province sportsbook is a powerful validation of Kambi's reliable technology, regulatory knowledge, and demonstrated capacity for large-scale delivery. “ALC and BCLC have a defined vision for a unified, consistent sportsbook, and we are honored to support its next stage with our high-performance, compliant, and established Turnkey Sportsbook.”Kambi is already active in Ontario and anticipates adding Alberta in July. Upon the launch of the new lottery agreement, the Europe-based supplier stated it will be powering sports betting in nine Canadian provinces. Becher also connected this achievement to the company's strategic focus on regulated betting markets. He remarked: “Operating solely in the legitimate sector, with its associated tax burdens and challenges, is not always simple, but it does offer business sustainability in certain respects. “Therefore, Kambi's strategy of being one of the very few B2B sports betting operators focused on regulated markets, while many others concentrate on black/grey markets, is our long-term plan. “We would stand no chance of winning such contracts if we maintained a significant presence in grey markets. This underscores the critical importance of our prior preparations for our future direction.” 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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Resorts World NYC Officially Launches Live Table Games in Queens iGame

Resorts World NYC Officially Launches Live Table Games in Queens

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Resorts World New York City has launched a live table games area in Queens, marking New York City’s first full-scale casino of this kind following years of state gambling expansion initiatives. Good to Know Resorts World NYC has introduced over 240 live table games at its South Ozone Park location. The Queens-based casino now features blackjack, craps, baccarat, and roulette. Bally’s and Hard Rock aren’t projected to open their downstate casinos until 2030. Queens Now Has First Access to Live Casino Tables Resorts World acted quickly because it already operated slot machines and electronic gaming at the Aqueduct Racetrack site for more than a decade. The new floor opened on Tuesday, just months after Genting obtained one of three downstate casino licenses. Robert DeSalvio, president of Genting Americas East, said: “We got the license Dec. 15, and here we are, April 28, welcoming our guests to the new casino floor,”The South Ozone Park property now holds an early edge in New York City’s live table games market. Resorts World is located near John F. Kennedy International Airport and added dealer-run games that many city players previously traveled to neighboring states to find. Genting secured its license while several major casino groups—including Wynn Resorts, Las Vegas Sands, Caesars Entertainment, and MGM Resorts—missed out. The company reports paying a 63% tax on slot revenue and 30% on table game revenue. Its bid also included a clause allowing its tax rate to drop to competitor levels once the other licensed casinos open. Bally’s plans a Bronx casino on a golf course purchased from The Trump Organization. Hard Rock is collaborating with Steve Cohen on a project near Citi Field. Both developments are expected to launch in 2030. More Significant Expansion Is Still to Come The live table games floor kicks off a broader $5 billion expansion for Resorts World NYC. The plan includes an additional hotel wing, a 7,000-seat entertainment venue, an indoor day club with pools, a spa, and what the company hopes will be New York City’s first sportsbook.The ongoing expansion has created over 1,200 jobs, including hundreds of dealer positions. Resorts World expects to hire another 500 people by summer. Some dealers came from out-of-state casinos, while local workers are being trained through a dealer program. State officials project the three downstate casinos could generate $7 billion in gaming tax revenue over 10 years. CBRE has also forecasted annual gaming revenue of up to $5.6 billion at full maturity under a best-case scenario. The opening event attracted elected officials, community leaders, entertainers, and players. Nas, the Queens-raised rapper and project partner, performed and rolled the first dice after the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards said: “We have hit the jackpot, Queens!” Queens Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato stated that the project would bring an “economic shot in the arm” to South Ozone Park. 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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Hard Rock Bet Secures MLB Player NIL Rights in Long-Term Licensing Deal iGame

Hard Rock Bet Secures MLB Player NIL Rights in Long-Term Licensing Deal

29 4 月, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Hard Rock Bet has secured a long-term licensing agreement with MLB Players, Inc., granting the sportsbook access to the official name, image, and likeness rights of Major League Baseball players. Key Takeaways Hard Rock Bet now possesses official access to MLB player NIL rights. Player headshots have been integrated into the Hard Rock Bet app. The agreement also encompasses marketing efforts for both mobile and retail sportsbook offerings. MLB Player Imagery Now Available on Hard Rock Bet App Hard Rock Bet users can now view MLB player headshots within the app, featured on player profiles and in prop betting markets. The objective is to enhance the readability of baseball betting and foster a closer connection with the players fans follow. MLB Players, Inc. and OneTeam Partners announced the rollout on Wednesday. This partnership also designates Hard Rock Bet as an official licensed sportsbook of MLB Players, Inc. Mike Primeaux, Executive Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer at Hard Rock Digital, stated:“We are pleased to collaborate with MLB Players, Inc. and OneTeam to introduce official MLB player content to Hard Rock Bet. “The impact and authenticity of player NIL will be instrumental in improving our product experience and deepening fan engagement throughout the season.” Beyond in-app visuals, the agreement empowers Hard Rock Bet to utilize MLB player intellectual property across its marketing campaigns and other initiatives for both its mobile application and retail sportsbook locations. Evan Kaplan, President of MLB Players, Inc., commented:“Fans have a strong connection with athletes. “As sports betting continues to evolve, the user experience is shifting from a display of odds to something more familiar, more intuitive, and more aligned with the game itself. This collaboration with Hard Rock Digital ensures that this connection is genuine, licensed, and reflects the value MLB players contribute to the sport. “By centering the product around the athlete, as Hard Rock Digital is doing, a more immersive experience is created, feeling closer to the game. This is the direction the industry is heading.” This launch coincides with a significant period for Hard Rock Bet's MLB betting activity. The company recently reported that a bettor in Florida transformed a $30.11 six-leg home run parlay into nearly $2 million. The winning selections for the parlay were Riley Greene, Coby Mayo, Jesus Sanchez, Bryce Harper, Jazz Chisholm Jr., and Nick Kurtz. The parlay held odds of +6,576,031, indicating a probability of one in 65,761.31. 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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