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Hong Kong proposes new rules for claw machines, including odds display

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Hong Kong is proposing new regulations for prize-based amusement games, including claw machines. The government aims to protect consumers and prevent addiction by potentially requiring operators to display the odds of winning and licensee information. These changes are part of a broader effort to tighten oversight and ensure a safer gaming environment. AI

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Hong Kong proposes new rules for claw machines, including odds display

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Matthew Cheng ·

    New law could require displaying odds, licensee info on claw machines: minister

    Hong Kong authorities will consider requiring operators to display the odds of winning on claw machines, while remaining open to increasing the prize value and maximum payout per game under a proposed regulatory regime, the home affairs minister has said. “The most important thin…

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