Operators8 min
Will The Island in Dubai Get a Casino? What MGM Has Actually Said
The Island by Wasl opens Q3 2028 with MGM Grand, Bellagio and Aria — but no casino. What MGM's CEO has actually said, and its Abu Dhabi bid.
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Licensing8 min
One Casino Per Emirate? How the UAE's Reported Licensing Model Works
The UAE's reported one-licence-per-emirate model, explained: what is confirmed by the GCGRA, what is only reported, and what each emirate has today.
Guides8 min
Is There a Casino in Dubai in 2026? The Honest Answer
No, Dubai has no licensed casino yet. The only UAE casino is Wynn Al Marjan in RAK, opening 2027. What is legal in Dubai today, and what is not.