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Business
August 20, 2025
Novomatic Submits Improved Bid for Ainsworth
Not too long after major stakeholders of Ainsworth Game Technology (ATG) lambasted Novomatic’s takeover offer, saying that it undervalues the business, the latter company returned with another proposal. Novomatic Returns with an Unconditional Offer Novomatic, a European gaming powerhouse, has launched a new bid to acquire all of Ainsworth’s outstanding shares. The new proposal outlines […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
VGCCC Reprimands Crown over Pre-Commitment Failures
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) announced that it has censured casino & hospitality giant Crown Resorts over violations of the state’s gambling laws. According to the authority, the Crown Melbourne property committed multiple violations of Victoria’s gambling harm minimization requirements. Crown Violated Victoria’s Pre-Commitments Rules In its announcement, the VGCCC emphasized that […]
Business
August 19, 2025
PointsBet Weighs in on Betr’s Improved Disclosure
PointsBet has welcomed Betr Entertainment’s improved disclosure, although the former company’s leaders have remained unconvinced by its suitor’s acquisition proposal. In any case, this small victory is a ray of light for Betr, the latest proposals of which have been largely dismissed by PointsBet. Betr Continues Its Efforts to Acquire PointsBet Betr has long sought […]
Casino
August 15, 2025
SA’s Poker Machine Losses Cross Record $1B Mark
Just last month, Australian physicians expressed serious concerns regarding social media influencers bombarding ordinary citizens with content that glamorizes pokies, while failing to speak about the potential risks. Now, new data speaks of South Australians losing more than $1 billion on these machines in the past financial year, marking the highest figure ever recorded in […]
Sports
August 14, 2025
BlueBet Criticized for Failing VIP Gambler Protections
A recent investigation by the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission (NTRWC) has revealed concerning practices by Australian bookmaker BlueBet when handling a high-stakes VIP customer back in 2021. “Unacceptable” Conduct A federal parliamentary inquiry, led by the late Labor MP Peta Murphy, had already warned that bonus bets push people toward riskier bets, lead […]
Industry
August 13, 2025
Australia Prohibits Polymarket in Latest ACMA Ban Wave
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced that it has banned several illegal online gambling sites. Among these was Polymarket, a popular crypto prediction market. ACMA Asks ISPs to Block Four More Sites In its official release, the ACMA confirmed that it has issued IP blocking orders to Australian internet service providers, asking them […]
Industry
August 12, 2025
Entain Prepared for Potential AUSTRAC Penalties
Entain, a global leader in sports betting and gaming, announced its interim results for H1, which ended 30 June 2025, revealing that a recent reorganization has helped it innovate better and is also prepared for potential penalties from Australia’s financial crime watchdog AUSTRAC. Entain Officials Talk About AUSTRAC Legal Issues During the earnings call, Entain […]
Industry
August 12, 2025
SkyCity Cleared to Keep Casino License in South Australia After Investigation
SkyCity Entertainment has been found suitable to maintain its casino license in South Australia after a thorough independent investigation. The ruling follows earlier concerns about the company’s compliance with anti-money laundering laws and its general management practices. SkyCity Cleared for Operation Led by retired Supreme Court judge Brian Martin, the inquiry recognized the substantial progress […]
Industry
August 12, 2025
VGCCC Penalizes QuestBet for “Poor Behavior”
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) announced that it has fined an online bookmaker for “poor behavior.” The sportsbook in question was accused of taking wagers from a customer who was clearly distressed. QuestBet Allowed a Distressed Customer to Play According to the VGCCC, QuestBet had allowed a consumer to continue playing despite […]
Business
August 12, 2025
Star Entertainment Offloads Queen’s Wharf Stake to Hong Kong Partners
Star Entertainment has agreed to offload its 50% stake in Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf casino to its Hong Kong-based partners, Chow Tai Fook Enterprises and Far East Consortium, for AUD 53 million ($34.62 million). This deal marks the culmination of months of stalled negotiations and marks a vital milestone in the property’s ongoing efforts to restructure […]
