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Macau DICJ says card-shoe fraud claims are likely scams

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Macau’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau said claims circulating on mainland Chinese social media about recovering casino bets through unofficial channels were likely fraudulent. The DICJ said gaming equipment requires independent testing and approval before use, and that recent checks found no equipment abnormalities or non-compliance.

The warning directs gaming customers to official dispute channels and addresses claims that could affect casino operations and trust.

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Seaport forecasts Macau gaming revenue to fall 6.1% in November

Seaport Research Partners forecasts Macau gross gaming revenue will decline 6.1% year on year in November, according to a report citing the firm. The forecast follows October revenue of MOP$21.7 billion, down 10% year on year, according to the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau; Seaport also estimates fourth-quarter revenue will fall 5.2%.

Seaport Research Partners expects Macau’s gross gaming revenue to decline 6.1% year-on-year in November. A sixth consecutive month of contraction would result.

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