Steve Jacobs is an Australian-American business executive who served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands China Ltd., a subsidiary of Las Vegas Sands Corporation, from 2008 to 2010. In this role, he managed the company's operations in Macau, including major resorts such as The Venetian Macao, during a period of rapid expansion in the region's casino market. His tenure ended controversially in July 2010 when he was removed from his position, leading to a high-profile legal battle against Las Vegas Sands Corp. and its founder Sheldon Adelson. Jacobs alleged wrongful termination, breach of contract, and defamation, with the case centering on his claims about a blackmail attempt involving compromising photographs from an encounter with prostitutes in Macau, and he later became a whistleblower. The dispute was resolved through a confidential settlement in 2013, with Jacobs reportedly receiving $7.5 million plus legal fees. Following the settlement, he has maintained a lower public profile with limited information about subsequent professional activities. The case highlighted operational risks and corporate governance issues in the international gaming industry.