Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: Queen's Wharf Brisbane opens, licenses still in flux

Good morning. The much-awaited Queen's Wharf Brisbane has finally opened its doors. The company celebrated the landmark opening of the multi-billion dollar property while still on tenterhooks about what might happen regarding its suitability to maintain its casino licenses. Meanwhile, Genting Malaysia saw a strong second quarter, with revenue increases across all of its segments. Resorts World Genting continued to be a major driver, with rises in both gaming and non-gaming.

What you need to know

• The $2.5B Queen’s Wharf Brisbane opened its doors on Thursday despite ongoing concerns about The Star's casino licensing.
• Genting Malaysia has seen a strong second quarter, with increases across all its segments, and continued footfall at Resorts World Genting.

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• 2,000 POGO employees' visas downgraded from work to tourist visas.
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• Macau continues crackdown on illegal accommodation, pushings visitors to hotels.

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