Thailand is on the verge of legalizing casinos, joining a regional trend as Southeast Asia experiences a gambling boom. The Thai parliament has backed a study on the feasibility of casino resorts, paving the way for potential legislation within weeks, according to the deputy finance minister. Currently, gambling in Thailand is largely illegal, with the […]
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Indonesian Police Collaborate with Interpol for Online Gambling Crackdown
The Indonesian National Police are partnering with Interpol to address the growing problem of illegal online gambling within the country. The collaboration reportedly aims to enhance the exchange of intelligence, enabling the identification and dismantling of online gambling networks, according to Inspector General Krishna Murti, head of the National Police’s International Relations Division. As part […]
APPT Manila 15 on spotlight this July, over PHP 144 Million (~USD 2.6M) in tow
Shaking the Asian tournament scene this July is another edition of PokerStars LIVE’s highly favored Asia Pacific Poker Tour, slated to kick off the second half of 2024. From July 24 through August 5, hundreds of runners will gather at Cove Manila, the biggest indoor beach club / nightclub located in Okada Manila, Philippines, for […]
World Poker Tour Announces Full Schedule for WPT Macau Main Tour Stop
Poker enthusiasts in the Asia-Pacific region can look forward to another World Poker Tour Main Tour as the brand heads to Macau this summer. Running from June 18 to 24, the 2024 WPT Macau Championship takes place at the Wynn Palace Cotai. In partnership with Allied Gaming & Entertainment (AGAE), the anticipated schedule has […]
Punnat Punsri and Elton Tsang Shine at the 2024 Triton Poker Jeju Series
The latest stop of the Triton Poker Jeju Series will go into the history books as one of the busiest so far, setting several records along the way. More than half-way through the series, which takes place from March 5 to 21, 2024, at the Landing Casino on Jeju Island, South Korea, nine winners out […]
Cambodia’s e-arrival card eases travel requirements for players anticipating the World Poker Tour
WPTCambodia2024 Heads up, poker enthusiasts! Cambodia is simplifying its arrivals process by introducing e-arrival cards starting January 1, 2024. The trial period will last until June 30, 2024, when tourists can file immigration, customs, and health information online. Cambodia e-Arrival “By providing a seamless and expedited entry procedure, the app could substantially enhance the country’s […]
Four weeks away from WPT Cambodia – first Main Tour in Southeast Asia feat. USD 1.7 Million in guarantees and USD 6K in Player of the Festival prizes
Just four weeks away from the first ever World Poker Tour (WPT) Main Tour in Southeast Asia! Running from January 17 to 30, 2024, the upcoming festival is expected to bring together the largest gathering of international players, each one vying to become the first player in the region to claim the inaugural WPT Cambodia Championship […]
World Poker Tour opens 2024 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia featuring $1M guaranteed WPT Cambodia Championship
The World Poker Tour (WPT) makes history as it opens its 2024 season at the posh NagaWorld Integrated Resorts in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Somuchpoker looks into the key events that could pique the interests of poker aficionados across the region. WPT Cambodia will be the first time the Main Tour makes a stop in Southeast Asia, […]
Vegas-Style Luxury Hotel Island to Open in Dubai
Meta description: It’s official: Dubai will welcome a Vegas-style luxury island featuring famous hotel franchises. Learn more about what to expect. Dubai will soon be home to The Island, a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) mega-project that will eventually feature 1,400 luxury hotel rooms. At the centerpiece of this development will be three iconic Las Vegas resorts—MGM, Bellagio, […]
World Poker Tour® Heading to Jeju, South Korea for Summer Festival Including Alpha8™ for One Drop™ Event
WPT Press Release The World Poker Tour® has a added another amazing international stop this summer as WPT® Korea will take over the Jeju Shinhwa World this July. The schedule includes a ₩3,400,000 (~$2,550 US) Main Event, and a ₩17,000,000 (~$127,350 US) Alpha8™ for One Drop™ event. “Hosting the World Poker Tour gives u another […]