As you probably know by now, our time here at CalvinAyre.com is coming to an end. It’s been a pleasure to be a part of this site for the past two years, and there’s a very bittersweet feeling of seeing it come to a close, but looking to the next opportunity.
Buttigieg surges in odds as Trump faces impeachment, not conviction
It’s increasingly looking like the 2020 election may be Trump vs Buttigieg, based on recent impeachment hearings and democratic debates.
Osaka reveals IR implementation policy, Wakayama buys land
Osaka can now get serious about its IR ambitions, and Wakayma is trying a daring gambit.
Yokohama, Hokkaido hit speed bumps in IR campaigns
Yokohama has a political group opposing an IR, and Hokkaido has a confusing survey to deal with.
Solicitor General clarifies ‘POGOs can’t be taxed’ headlines
Of course POGOs can be taxed, the OSG stated, but maybe not as much as politicians would like.
Japan IR application period announced, Kitakyushu City enters the mix
Cities are gearing up for a 2021 application period, and one surprise entry looks to be on the way for the southern island of Kyushu.
PAGCOR boss worried high taxes will kill POGO industry
The chairman of PAGCOR cautioned that the recently progressed house tax bill could drive away legitimate operators.
Philippines POGO tax bill passes committee unanimously
The bill which could raise as much as P45 billion if passed, is getting resounding support from all politicians, but little from experts.
Andrew Yang links loot boxes to gambling, calls for regulation
Andrew Yang calls loot boxes what they are, a gambling sytem that is focused on exploiting children.