Your Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: US cyberattacks prompt cybersecurity review by Macau operators

Monday 18th of September 2023

Good Morning. No stone left unturned. That was the mantra for Macau gaming operators regarding cybersecurity checks, after a series of hacks of US gaming operators. A cybersecurity insider notes that the operators already conduct high-level scans daily, but that comprehensive reviews were being conducted regardless. And in the US, drama continued, as Resorts World Las Vegas announced the departure of its President for violation of company policies.

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What you need to know

Macau’s gaming operators boosted their cybersecurity after several US gaming companies were targeted by hackers.
Resorts World Las Vegas has ousted its president for violating company policies, replacing Scott Sibella with its CFO Peter LaVoie.

On the radar

Galaxy officially opens Andaz Hotel.
Over 200 arrested by Hong Kong Police due to illegal gambling.
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AGB Intelligence

CYBERSECURITY

Macau gaming operators boost cybersecurity after US hacks

Gaming operators in Macau put their teams into high gear to conduct internal reviews and check for vulnerabilities, after a series of cyberattacks on US gaming firms. A cybersecurity insider told AGB that, while the companies were reviewing the operations to check for flaws, the systems in place are highly mature, with daily checks of high-level operations.

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