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Industry-high debt may be why Caesars has no Asian holdings. Does this debt restructuring signal hope for a successful bid in Japan?

Cuts to its interactive division show a commitment to focus and profitability at Disney.

Sands CEO Adelson's recent comments about his willingness to put $10 billion into a Japanese resort are reminiscent of his vow to invest in Singapore eight years ago. It worked then, and it should work now.

With extensive profits from Macau, coming properties in the Philippines, and great prospects in Japan, Melco Crown might be the top pick of 2014 in the gaming industry.

Rising company valuations have resulted in almost monthly changes for who holds the title of the wealthiest person in China. What do these rising valuations mean for Hollywood and Silicon Valley?

Japan wants a casino industry without the seediness of the current gambling fleshpots of Tokyo. Family centered non-gaming entertainment may take center stage, as it did in Singapore.

More growth in Macau, more Asian markets opening soon, and even growth in Las Vegas are reasons why Citi group has a bullish outlook on global gaming in 2014. Recent earnings release support that they were right.

Employees are unhappy about wage increases that have been far lower than the casinos' revenue gains and the cost of living, which could mean trouble for casino companies that haven't strived to keep these employees happy.

New casinos drain profits from existing properties. No new casinos in 2014 will allow existing properties to get as much profit as possible this year.

Allowing consumers to choose how they bet their money, whether in USD, HKD, or Bitcoin, may be one way to get people to put more money on the table.

The Japanese government’s ruling which will decide if casinos can begin building in the country is expected in the next few months but Las Vegas Sands Corp, Wynn Resorts, and Caesars Entertainment Corp are already making moves.

The shift from VIP high rollers to mass-market gamers looks to be the next phase of growth for Macau casino companies.

With Olympics sponsors, Google, and A&E Networks all making public stands for LGBT acceptance lately, is the choice to publicize gay rights views good for business?

With no Macau holdings and a denied bid in South Korea, Caesars has shut itself out of the Asian market. Will Japanese gaming save the company's hope for Asian profits?

China's total growth rate slowed to 7.7%. Macau's 18.6% growth rate in 2013 may slow to an estimated 17% growth rate in 2014. Should this worry Macau-focused investors?

Genting, the operator of Resorts World casinos, is expanding in the gaming and entertainment markets. Now this Malaysian powerhouse is coming for Vegas.

3-D printer makers are not the only way to play this manufacturing trend -- some non-maker companies are preparing for 3-D printing growth as well.

From mobile payments to innovative rewards programs, Starbucks is using technology to keep its products and services on top.

Chinese government authorities say the online gaming market in the country was worth more than $1.84 billion in 2013. Would it matter if this number was inflated?

Boasting over 50 openings in “non-traditional” locations in 2013, Dunkin' looks to franchising, key placement, and mobile for growth in 2014. But is it enough?