Business
February 4, 2021
XB Net Signs Racing Deal with Australian Sportsbook CrossBet
Premium content provider for the racing industry XB Net entered into a partnership deal with the relatively new in the Australian sports betting arena operator CrossBet to expand its international footprint. “It’s a real fillip for our diligent team to have landed this new distribution deal with CrossBet, whose racing expertise and customer care is […]
Business
February 3, 2021
Entain Interested In Tabcorp Wagering and Media Division
Tabcorp has received multiple unsolicited acquisition proposals for its Wagering and Media Division, including from UK gaming leader Entain. Tabcorp Receives Several Unsolicited Takeover Bids Australian gambling giant Tabcorp Holdings Limited (Tabcorp) has revealed that it has received several unsolicited acquisition proposals for its Wagering and Media division. However, no firm proposals have been made […]
Business
February 2, 2021
PlayUp Assimilates The Roar and AthletesVoice
Premium betting entertainment and technology company, PlayUp announced on Monday that it acquired Australia’s leading fan and athlete media platforms The Roar and AthletesVoice. PlayUp Acquires Two Leading Fan and Athlete Media Platforms in Australia PlayUp, the premium betting entertainment, and technology company announced on Monday that it purchased the leading fan and athlete media […]
Sports
January 31, 2021
Gambling Study on Young People Revealed Gambling Begins at 11
Gambling starts as early as 11 years of age fueled by parents who allow their children to play video games and apps that simulate betting, a research in New South Wales (NSW) found out. Video Games with Elements of Gambling The NSW Youth Gambling Study 2020 by CQUniversity, a survey of 551 young people within […]
Business
January 25, 2021
PointsBet Names Shaquille O’Neal Brand Ambassador in Australia
The iconic basketball player and three-time MVP, Shaquille O’Neal was named a brand ambassador for PointsBet in Australia. The iconic NBA champion will headline the company’s 2021 Australian brand campaign set to air across multiple media channels. Basketball Icon Shaquille O’Neal Becomes a Brand Ambassador for PointsBet Leading sportsbook operator PointsBet announced today that it […]
Esports
January 22, 2021
ESIC Issues Bans to 35 Australians Involved in Esports Match-Fixing
Esports match-fixing continues as ESIC has just issued 35 new bans to offending players from Australia who have been referred to authorities. ESIC Continues to Investigate Match-Fixers The Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) continues to work actively to clear esports from match-fixing and cheating. A new group of Australian players has been targeted in the latest […]
Business
January 21, 2021
RWWA Enters Long-Term Partnership with Kambi
Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) will use Kambi’s technology to improve the scope and reach of its online products. Kambi and RWWA Strike Long-Term Partnership Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) has signed a long-term partnership with sports betting operator Kambi Group. Through the partnership, RWWA will utilize Kambi’s innovative technology to upgrade and […]
Industry
January 9, 2021
Australia Reveals Board Members of Newly Formed Sport Integrity Advisory Council
The government of Australia has announced the names of the appointees forming the Sport Integrity Australia Advisory Council, which will provide strategic advice to both the CEO of Sport Integrity Australia as well as to the Minister for Sport. World Sailing Vice President Sarah Kenny to Lead the New Agency Former Australian Sailing Vice President […]
Casino
January 3, 2021
Packer Allegedly Meets with Adelson, Fuels Crown Sale Rumor
An encounter in the French Caribbean further fueled speculation Crown Resorts’ major shareholder James Packer is looking for the way out of the company, seeking to cash in on his 36% stake in the casino and hospitality operator. Multi-Million Yachts Docked Beside Each Other James Packer celebrated New Year’s Eve on board of his $200 […]
Casino
January 2, 2021
China Decided Crown Sydney’s Fate Ahead of License Decision
Long-awaited opening of Crown Resorts’ new AU$2.2 billion casino resort in Barangaroo near Sydney happened Monday, but casino operations did not commence as the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority (ILGA) blocked the ASX-listed company from opening its casino until a final decision regarding its casino license is reached. ILGA Final Decision Pending Following on Crown’s […]