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Kotaro Tamura of the Milken Institute says he expects "huge competition" as only three operators will be allowed to run integrated gambling resorts in Japan if new legislation passes later this week.
Viviana Muscettola of Zaha Hadid Architects says the design for the new Morpheus hotel represents high-end technical construction techniques.
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Glenn McCartney of the University of Macau says attracting tourists from mainland China to Macau requires a "wow" factor.
Grant Govertsen of Union Gaming says that the new Morpheus luxury hotel in Macau has already become a "landmark" among gaming resorts.
Matthew Ossolinski of Ossolinski Holdings says he likes the valuation of Melco Resorts.
Panic bells have been ringing as experts warn Hong Kong must shed an outdated and largely hands-off attitude toward innovation and technology or fall further behind in the 21st century.
Alex Bumazhny of Fitch Ratings says the strength seen in Macau's gaming industry this year is expected to "continue."
The fundamentals of Wynn Resorts are unlikely to be impacted by the departure of its former CEO, says Matthew Ossolinski of Ossolinski Holdings.
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Steve Wynn has sold his entire stake in Wynn Resorts, the massive global gaming company he created.
Wynn Resorts' former CEO Steve Wynn no longer holds a stake in the company after agreeing to sell all his remaining 8 million shares in privately negotiated transactions.
The Wynn brand will likely retain its appeal in Macau, says Harry Curtis of Instinet Research.
Allan Zeman of Wynn Macau said the company has a good relationship with Macau regulators and is waiting to hear about the way forward for the concession.
The Wynn casino properties are in play after Steve Wynn's departure, says Matthew Ossolinski of Ossolinski Holdings.
David Bonnet of Delta State Holdings says he expects the company to be deliberate in weighing options.
Analysts suggest the big drop in baccarat may be due to fewer high rollers from Asia and competition from the Macau market.
The accusations from workers at Wynn resorts "are strong," says Eric Trump, adding, "I'm sure it will" impact Wynn's business.
Las Vegas Strip gaming revenue in December, the third consecutive month of weakness and amid a baccarat slowdown.
The company cited setbacks in the administrative approval process of obtaining licences. South China Morning Post reports.
Alex Bumazhny of Fitch Ratings says the Wynn earnings show a noted pickup in the mass market.
The robbery is one of the largest in the world's biggest gambling hub, the South China Morning Post reports.
