🚨 Macau gambling crime jumps 63%

Macau reported a 63% rise in gambling-related crime in 2025, with cases climbing from 1,456 in 2024 to 2,373, according to government figures cited by iGaming Expert. 📈 The sharpest increase came from illegal money exchange offences, which surged 429% year on year. That matters because currency exchange has long been a pressure point in Macau’s casino market. 💱 Authorities have now allowed some casinos to offer exchange services directly, a move aimed at curbing illicit activity. The key question for operators and regulators: can tighter control reduce crime without disrupting player demand? 🎰