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The $3.2-billion, Hollywood-themed resort casino was designed to become Asia's "entertainment capital," according to its CEO, Mr. Lawrence Ho.

The International Association of Gaming Advisors is now an official organizing partner for the summit, which will run concurrently with the Macao Gaming Show.

The innovative new area will allow companies to showcase a diverse range of products and amenities designed to up a casino's "wow factor."

Las Vegas Sands Corp. saw revenues decline in Macau, but had a positive quarter in its other markets.

The Japanese legislative body decided not to hold a special legislative session in the fall, which means that 2016 is now the earliest possibility for passing new gaming bills.

The founder and CEO of Wynn Resorts went on a "tirade" against Macau's gaming regulators in a conference call with analysts last week.

The Macau government has authorized Melco Crown's Hollywood-themed casino for 250 new gaming tables and 1,233 new gaming machines.

Steve Sebelius takes Steve Wynn to task for his most recent statements of frustration with the Chinese government.

Net revenue declined slightly compared to the same quarter the prior year, in large part due to the unfavorable market conditions in Macau.

The chairman and CEO of Wynn Resorts Ltd., expressed frustration Thursday that he does not yet know how many table games the Macau government will allocate the $4 billion Wynn Palace, which is expected open on March 25.

The presence of the Las Vegas-based international design firm at MGS highlights the breadth of exhibitors attending the event.

In light of the effect of the government's corruption crackdown on high-end baccarat revenue, the Beijing government may take measures to support the Macau economy on the mass-market side.

This marks the 16th uninterrupted month of revenue decline for the beleaguered gaming hub.

Las Vegas Sands' 24-hour global volunteer effort saw team members in properties around the world put together an unprecedented number of personal care kits.

The junket operators, which have long been suspected of being affiliated with organized crime, have come under extra scrutiny during the Chinese government's crackdown on corruption.

Several prominent U.S. corporations will be traveling to this year's exhibition to showcase their wares to the Asian gaming market.

The initiative is designed to further communication and integration between gaming operators and other small and medium-sized businesses in order to diversify and strengthen Macao's economy.

Alleged theft from junket company operating out of Wynn Macau hits Wynn's stock price.

The report predicts that casino gaming revenue in Macau will decline at a CAGR of 3.47% between 2014 and 2019.

The Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ), the Macau Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) and the Macao Foundation have all confirmed their support for the event.