Happen uses AI-powered underwriting and a digital-bank model to improve lending efficiency and grow with high-quality borrowers, while still trading at a valuation discount to fintech peers. Macau unveiled a five-year plan to diversify from gaming into fintech, digital currency, and non-gaming sectors, and Hong Kong fintech thinker Henry Chen argues products should be user-centered to reduce friction and clarify complex information.

Finance· Aug 18, 2026

Macau· Sports · 6 sources · Aug 10, 2026Story

Tickets Planned for 2027 Manchester NBA Game

Tickets for a slate of major events are going on sale soon: NBA Manchester Game 2027 (Spurs vs Pelicans) in Manchester with a ballot system for sale on Sept 17, and ASEAN Championship semi-final fixtures for Singapore’s Lions with Aug 12 online sales; Singapore’s Lions vs Thailand semi-final is also set for Aug 15 with online-only tickets. Other forthcoming tickets include The Game Awards 2026 on Oct 29 for the Dec 10 ceremony, and NBA China Games 2026 in Macau featuring the Mavericks and Rockets with sales starting Aug 12 and a fan day set for Oct 10.

Sports· Aug 10, 2026

Macau· Business · 5 sources · Jul 26, 2026Story

LVS Posts Q2 2026 Revenue, Expands Buyback

Las Vegas Sands posted Q2 2026 revenue of about $3.154 billion, net income of $346 million, and EPS of $0.53, while expanding its buyback to $6 billion through 2029 as it continues heavy reinvestment in Macao and other properties; this suggests a stronger focus on capital returns even as investment costs affect near-term margins. A wave of institutional buyers—Renaissance Technologies, Cumberland Partners, AQR, Norges Bank, Arrowstreet, M&T Bank, Bank of New York Mellon, and others—have boosted LVS holdings, and the stock appears undervalued on a P/E basis versus industry peers, with upside potential tied to property openings like The Londoner and margin recovery amid renovation costs and market conditions.

Business· Jul 26, 2026

Macau· Business · 7 sources · Jul 23, 2026Story

I Synergy, Macau Direch pursue global digital economy

I Synergy Group signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Macau Direch Investment Technology to explore digital economy ventures across AI, blockchain, and digital financial assets, including the potential establishment of a Digital Financial Assets Exchange in Macau, signaling diversification beyond its affiliate marketing origins. The company also announced a board leadership restructuring, appointing Anson Heng as Executive Chairman and Managing Director, with founder Dato' Lawrence Teo transitioning to Founder and Non-Executive Deputy Chairman, to align governance with its international expansion and Macau collaboration.

Business· Jul 23, 2026

Macau· Business · 11 sources · Jul 23, 2026Story

Las Vegas Sands Q2 2026 Strong Results

Las Vegas Sands reported mixed Q2 2026 results, with EBITDA of $689 million from Marina Bay Sands alongside growing mass gaming revenue and continued share buybacks totaling $787 million, while overall revenue reached about $3.15 billion and earnings missed estimates amid Macau headwinds. The company emphasized Singapore growth and expansion plans, including potential future capacity, as it remains focused on Asia following the 2022 asset sales.

Business· Jul 23, 2026

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Macau o Macao es una región administrativa especial de China. Consiste en la Macau Peninsula, las islas de Taipa y Coloane, la Cotai reclamation zone entre Taipa y Coloane, y varios islotes más pequeños. Limita con Zhuhai al norte y al oeste, y se encuentra al oeste de Hong Kong, separada por el Pearl River estuary. Con una población de alrededor de 720,000 personas y una land area de 32.9 square kilometres (12.7 sq mi), es la región más densamente poblada del mundo.

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