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NOVOMATIC at G2E Asia: Showcasing Inspiring Gaming Trends for the Asian Market

NOVOMATIC returns to the G2E Asia 2024 with an exciting line up comprising all the company’s latest trend-setting highlights for the region. Visitors at stand A518B will discover a portfolio that epitomizes the innovative strength and broad diversity of NOVOMATIC’s winning technologies.
The internationally renowned cabinets of the DIAMOND X™ series will be presented with the latest gaming content. Known for its sophisticated game presentation and player appeal, the elegant J-curved DIAMOND X™ 1.55J will be featured at the NOVOMATIC booth #A518B with the XTENSION LINK™ Volume 2. This high-performing Linked Progressive title comes with five new games and includes popular titles such as Golden Book of Ra™ and Golden Charming Lady™ in their exclusive XL version. Another fan favourite, the new CASH FLOOD™ Link, will also be showcased in the J-curved DIAMOND X™ 1.55J cabinet. The Linked Progressive trio from CASH FLOOD™ Link, including Secrets of Wealth™, Magic Cleopatra™, and Roll on Fire™, promises triple the excitement on the gaming floor.
The multi-screen version DIAMOND X™ 2.32/3.32 will also be on display, featuring the latest Linked Progressive Superia GOLDEN LINK™ Volume 2. This Jackpot offers golden winning chances and guarantees an inspiring gaming experience with five fresh titles, including Mermaid Beauty™ set underwater, the Asian-themed Shanghai Club™, the Egyptian treasures in Queen of the Night™ Magic, the historic journey with Empress Sissi™, and all-time classics such as Golden Book of Ra™ and Golden Charming Lady™. Don’t miss the chance to experience it at the show.
Innovative Solutions Meeting Every Operator’s Needs
A further highlight of NOVOMATIC’s appearance at G2E Asia will be the brand new ETG solution NOVO UNITY™ PRO. This unique combination adds extra dimensions of functionality, flexibility, and future-proofing to the casino floor, offering the flexible interconnection of electronic live games and slot games on a large number of individual player stations. With the innovative Simultaneous Betting functionality, visitors can experience a new dimension of game turnaround for players.
The innovative NOVOVISION™ casino management system elevates all areas of casino operation with a uniquely comprehensive range of functionalities that extend far beyond traditional accounting, jackpots, player tracking, CASHLESS, and TITO transactions. As a distinctive feature, NOVOVISION™ introduces biometric technologies for managing gaming operations, such as player recognition and access solutions.
NOVOMATIC invites all attendees to explore these cutting-edge innovations at their booth and experience the future of gaming technology.
Thomas Schmalzer, VP Global Sales and VP Product Management at NOVOMATIC AG, expressed his enthusiasm: “As one of the most important trade shows in the industry, the G2E Macao is an exceptional opportunity for NOVOMATIC to showcase our latest technology to the Asian market and to engage with our customers. We are proud to present an exceptional product portfolio that meets every requirement of our customers – from the premium DIAMOND X™ series to the innovative NOVOVISION™ casino management system. Be inspired by the variety of products. Visit our booth – we look forward to welcoming you!”
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Digital gaming disruption tackled in 1st AsPac Regulators’ Forum

Regulators from across the Asia-Pacific region underscored the need to adapt to digital disruption in the gaming industry during the first-ever Regulators’ Forum held in Manila on Thursday, September 11.
In her keynote address, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) President and COO Wilma Eisma said that while gaming jurisdictions across the region vary in size and maturity, they share common challenges such as cross-border transactions, rapid digitalization, and balancing economic benefits with social responsibility.
“In the Philippines, electronic gaming has become a significant growth driver and PAGCOR has responded with initiatives that ensure accountability, security, and consumer protection while allowing the industry to thrive responsibly,” Ms. Eisma said.
However, she said that digitalization, remote gaming, and emerging platforms are testing the limits of traditional oversight models.
“By exchanging best practices, aligning responsible standards, and keeping pace with innovation, we can ensure that the region’s gaming industry grows not just in size but in trust, resilience, and sustainability,” she said.
Ms. Eisma said PAGCOR has introduced reforms such as stricter advertising rules, stronger financial safeguards, and expanded responsible gaming programs but noted that the greater challenge lies in keeping pace with the rapid evolution of online and remote gaming.
The PAGCOR executive also expressed hope that the Regulators’ Forum will become an annual platform for dialogue, with an expanded edition already being planned for 2026.
“I am confident that this Regulators’ Forum will evolve into a hub for knowledge, collaboration and shared commitment,” she said. “Together, let us set the tone for gaming regulation in Asia: one that is innovative, collaborative and firmly anchored on integrity.”
The event was organized by PAGCOR and Inside Asian Gaming (IAG) and hosted by Newport World Resorts. It gathered regulators, operators, and stakeholders from across the region to tackle concerns on player protection and financial integrity, among others.
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Galaxy Entertainment Opens New Overseas Office in Singapore

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has opened a new overseas office in Singapore. This strategic initiative marks a new chapter in GEG’s growth trajectory and underscores its commitment to promoting Macau as the “World Centre of Tourism and Leisure” to a broader audience across Southeast Asia.
Singapore, one of Asia’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan countries, has long been a key source market for Macau. The new office, located in the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District, will serve as a dedicated hub to enhance connections with the Singaporean business community, as well as showcasing to Singapore and the broader Southeast Asian Region Macau’s dynamic evolving tourism landscape-highlighting its rich cultural heritage, luxury hospitality and increasingly diverse world-class leisure and entertainment experience offering.
The opening of Galaxy’s Lion City office is closely aligned with the Macao SAR Government’s vision to diversify tourism offerings and expand visitor demographics. Through its ramped-up Singapore presence, GEG aims to curate bespoke travel experiences tailored to the preferences of Singaporean and regional travelers, ensuring seamless journeys from planning to arrival.
GEG’s new office will support tourism, meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) inquiries, reinforcing its role as a versatile hospitality leader and a trusted partner for business tourism.
In addition, GEG’s Singapore office reflects the Group’s forward-thinking approach to innovation, customer-centricity and regional collaboration. It also signals GEG’s intent to enhance brand visibility and foster meaningful connections with travelers and stakeholders across Asia.
To celebrate the grand opening, GEG hosted an elegant gala dinner at JW Marriott Singapore, welcoming distinguished guests, business partners and media representatives. Mr. Elmen Lee, Director of Integrated Resort Services at GEG, introduced to the guests the Group’s three flagship properties in Macau-Galaxy Macau and Galaxy International Convention Center, Broadway Macau and StarWorld Hotel.
Mr. Lee said: “Singapore has always been an important source market for Macau. The taste and sophistication of Singaporean travelers naturally align with Macau’s experiential tourism offering. We firmly believe that Galaxy Entertainment Group’s diverse offerings will attract more Singaporean visitors to visit us and explore more. In support of the Macao SAR Government’s vision to promote tourism diversification, Galaxy Entertainment Group is continuing to expand its international visitor base to inject more vitality into Macau.”
Galaxy Macau, Broadway Macau and StarWorld Hotel bring together luxurious accommodations, award-winning dining, premium shopping and world-class entertainment facilities; each with its own unique character. With Galaxy Macau home to nine of the world’s leading luxury hospitality brands under one roof, catering to the diverse needs of international travelers; the Galaxy trio collectively showcases the excellence of Macau’s hospitality industry.
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Kazakhstan Considers Criminal Penalties for Promoting Online Casinos

Kazakhstan’s Financial Monitoring Agency (FMA) has identified 34 bloggers promoting online casinos on social media, with 11 already facing administrative penalties. The agency has stated that fines alone are not deterring repeat offenders and is now considering introducing criminal liability for such activities.
A law passed in 2024 strictly prohibits outdoor advertising for bookmakers, online casinos and betting pools, as well as their promotion in media, films and video content. According to the FMA, over the past two and a half years, more than 200 illegal gambling operations have been dismantled, and 224 individuals have been held criminally accountable. However, the agency notes that the primary threat now stems from online casinos based abroad.
Since the beginning of this year, authorities have blocked more than 17,000 links, mostly mirror sites for foreign platforms. Despite these efforts, some Kazakhstani payment service providers continue to facilitate transactions linked to such websites. The FMA has pledged to intensify investigations into these financial intermediaries.
Influencer marketing remains a key channel for online gambling promotion. In the first half of the year alone, 34 influencers were identified as advertising gambling services, with 11 fined. But according to the FMA, revenues from such promotions far exceed the cost of the fines, creating incentives for repeated violations.
In response, the agency is exploring whether bloggers’ actions could be legally interpreted as aiding and abetting illegal gambling, a charge similar to promoting financial pyramid schemes, which already carries criminal penalties under Kazakhstani law. Currently, fines for illegal advertising on social media start at 200,000 KZT (approximately $420).
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