Author: Nadia Shaw, MDT
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Regional privacy authorities publish anonymization guide
A new guide aimed at enhancing AI and data security through anonymization has been jointly issued by privacy authorities from Macau, Hong Kong, and seven other ... -
iRad medical centre jobs posted, signalling possible Studio City opening
Hong Kong-based iRad Medical appears set to launch a new medical diagnostic center at Studio City, as local job advertisements suggest active recruitment for roles in ... -
LRT East line spurs interest in Oriental Pearl district: JLL
Construction of the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) East Line has drawn increased attention to Areia Preta’s Pérola Oriental district, with realtors noting a rise in interest ... -
Local short films join Venice International Film Festival’s ‘Venice Days’
Macau will take center stage at this year’s Venice International Film Festival, with a curated program of local short films set to be featured in the ... -
Korean visitors drive international growth as hotel occupancy hits 89% in H1
The average occupancy rate of guest rooms in hotel establishments reached 89.1% in the first six months of 2025, a 5.1-percentage-point increase from the same period ... -
Leaks and corrosion persist at LRT Lotus Station
LRT passengers have reported persistent water leakage and rust issues at the Lotus Station platform, prompting questions about station design and maintenance. Concerns surfaced after citizens ... -
Lawmakers call for action over Grandview Casino closure
The closure of the Grandview casino has prompted commentary among lawmakers regarding the future of local gaming workers and the broader stability of the gaming industry. ... -
Casino Grandview to close end of month
SJM Resorts SA has revealed the early closure of one of its satellite casinos operating under its gaming license – Casino Grandview. The company did not ... -
Lawmaker urges boost in smart tourism, border efficiency, and affordable lodging
Lawmaker Leong Hong Sai has called on the government to step up efforts to boost the city’s appeal as a top global tourist destination. In a ... -
Hong Kong couple caught smuggling MOP3 million worth of meth
The Judiciary Police (PJ) arrested a Hong Kong man and woman at the airport Sunday, seizing one kilogram of suspected methamphetamine, also known as “ice,” with ... -
Macau rises to 27th in Financial Secrecy Index
Macau has moved up four spots to rank 27th out of 141 jurisdictions in the 2025 Financial Secrecy Index (FSI), released by the UK-based Tax Justice ... -
The Londoner becomes key growth driver for Sands China
Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS) reported its second-quarter earnings last week, with net revenue climbing to USD3.18 billion, a 15.2% increase year over year, fueled by ... -
Areia Preta ‘sky corridor’ prompts sidewalk expansion and traffic adjustments
Following reports of severe traffic congestion in Areia Preta caused by ongoing construction of the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) East Line and the Avenida do Nordeste ... -
Gov’t reserves more land in Hengqin for university town expansion
The local government has reserved additional land in Hengqin to support the expansion of the Macao-Hengqin International Education (University) Town, paving way for new campuses and ... -
ZAPE food and cultural market to launch Mid-August
The tourism bureau recently announced plans to co-host an event in the Zona de Aterros do Porto Exterior (ZAPE) district, featuring food, cultural, and creative market ... -
GGR to grow over 9% in 2H, says Seaport Research
The city’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) is expected to grow more than 9% year over year in the second half of 2025, buoyed by improving market ... -
DSAL confirms dozens of Filipino workers involved in labor disputes
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) confirmed it handled 659 labor dispute cases from January to June 2025, with 57 involving Filipino migrant workers. Most complaints from ... -
Wipha brings first T10 in nearly two years; five injured, 163 incidents logged
Typhoon Wipha swept past Macau on Sunday, triggering the city’s first Typhoon Signal No. 10 in nearly two years and causing widespread disruption, though major catastrophe ... -
Citi: Sands China’s table side bets could lift market share
Sands China’s new jackpot on table side bets could boost the firm’s hold rates and gaming volumes, according to analysts at Citigroup. Citi’s George Choi and ... -
Citi: Sands China’s table side bets could lift market share
Sands China’s new jackpot on table side bets could boost the firm’s hold rates and gaming volumes, according to analysts at Citigroup. Citi’s George Choi and ... -
Typhoon Wipha tracks toward southern China coast as signal is lowered
Typhoon Wipha has begun to move away from Macau and Hong Kong, prompting authorities to lower Typhoon Signal No. 10 to Signal No. 8. By mid-afternoon, ... -
Areia Preta traffic jammed by LRT and footbridge construction
Motorists and residents are facing severe traffic congestion in Areia Preta as construction intensifies on the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) East Line and the Avenida do ... -
Highest storm alert issued as Typhoon Wipha approaches
Typhoon Wipha is rapidly intensifying and is expected to make a direct hit within a short time, as Typhoon Signal No. 10 – the highest typhoon ... -
Tropical depression poised to impact Macau this weekend
A tropical depression east of the Philippines is rapidly gathering strength and is on course to impact Macau this weekend, according to the latest updates from ... -
Casino operators’ board compensation hits record high, shareholder returns lag
Macau’s six casino operators posted “record-high total board emoluments” in 2024, but their financial returns to shareholders have yet to recover to pre-pandemic levels, a recent ... -
Property tycoon offloads Singapore assets following The 13 Hotel purchase
Local property magnate Loi Keong Kuong and his family have sold five shophouses in Singapore’s Chinatown for SGD50.7 million (MOP321 million) following their recent acquisition of ... -
Jefferies raises casino revenue forecast for 2025
Investment bank Jefferies has increased its 2025 gross gaming revenue (GGR) forecast for Macau’s casinos to MOP237 billion (USD29.3 billion). While this revised figure remains above ... -
Macau posts 2.8% GDP growth in first half
The local economy is showing steady signs of recovery in 2025, with the latest figures from the Macau Economic Association (MEA) revealing a real GDP growth ... -
Macau and Hong Kong join forces to strengthen personal data protection
The Personal Data Protection Bureau (DSPDP) and Hong Kong’s Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen ... -
Taxi drivers’ struggles prompt lawmakers to push for policy review
Recent policy changes, an aging taxi fleet, and the slow integration of modern ride-hailing services have intensified calls from lawmakers and industry insiders for a comprehensive ... -
AI-Powered scams emerge as new fraud challenge despite decline in phone, online cases
Artificial intelligence (AI)–powered fraud has emerged as a new threat in Macau, even as traditional phone and online scams decline. Judiciary Police (PJ) director Sit Chong ... -
Gastro fest showcases cuisines from 60% of UNESCO cities
Over 60% of the world’s UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy have gathered in Macau this week for the “2025 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao” at ... -
Hong Kong consultant pleads guilty to bribery in Donki Macau renovation case
A Hong Kong design consultancy employee has admitted to accepting bribes linked to major renovation projects, including the Don Quijote (Donki) outlet in Macau, according to ... -
IC invites submissions for summer events at outdoor venue
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has opened submissions for summer events at the Macau Outdoor Performance Area in Cotai, aiming to fill available dates in July ... -
Property prices slide across all districts
The city’s residential property price index falling to 200.7 points between March and May 2025, marking a 1.4% drop from the previous period and an 8.7% ...
