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Business
November 30, 2022
Ainsworth Game Tech to Restart Paying Dividends to Shareholders
Ainsworth Game Technology, one of Australia’s leading slot machine suppliers, has announced plans to self-fund its global expansion in the coming years, with a strong focus on 2023. The news was announced during the Annual General Meeting that took place last week and was headed by chairman Danny Gladstone. Ainsworth Building Up Cash Reserves to […]
Casino
November 29, 2022
The Star Entertainment Answers to OLGR Show Cause Notices
Australian gambling and entertainment company, The Star Entertainment Group, announced it responded to the show cause notices from the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (OLGR). The Star Issues a Response to OLGR Notices Details of the announcement, authorized by the Board of Directors, emerged Monday and come in response to the government’s probe into […]
Legal
November 28, 2022
Sri Lanka Lawmakers Discuss Creating a Gambling Regulator
Lawmakers in Sri Lanka are still considering the creation of a regulator that will be in charge of the licensing for gambling activities. Following debate over the weekend, the country came a step closer to regulating the activity and acknowledged the need for a gambling-specific regulatory body. Sri Lanka Lawmakers Consider the Creation of Gambling […]
Legal
November 28, 2022
New Bill in Australia Proposes Crackdown on Loot Boxes
Loot boxes have caused controversy in many countries around the world. The virtual rewards, some of which holding real-money value, that are accessed via tokens or keys in exchange for real money were compared to gambling by many lawmakers. This resulted in urges for strict regulation and attempts to restrict video games containing loot boxes […]
Casino
November 25, 2022
ACMA Expands List of Illegal Gambling Websites
The Australian government statutory body responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, radiocommunications and telecommunications, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), expanded its list of illegal gambling websites. On Thursday, ACMA asked internet service providers (ISPs) in Australia to block access to more illegal gambling websites. ACMA Asks ISPs to Block 9 Illegal Gambling Websites […]
Casino
November 25, 2022
The Star Sydney’s Independent Monitor Not Endorsed by Regulator
Sometimes, even when you’re trying to make things better, you can still do it wrongly. Currently, all Star can do is let the NICC do its job, and hope it’s found to be suitable for a second chance. Independent Monitor Not Endorsed The Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has informed Star Entertainment Group – the operator […]
Business
November 23, 2022
Crown Resorts Unveils Transformational Multi-Year Program
The leading owner and operator of integrated resorts in Australia, Crown Resorts, announced the launch of a new transformative program for the future of the business. Crown Reveals New Program Called Future Crown Earlier this week, the company announced Future Crown, a multi-year program that seeks to transform the business while at the same time […]
Legal
November 18, 2022
VGCCC Slaps Poker Machines Operator ALH with Non-Compliance Charges
Australian major poker machine operator Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group (ALH) is facing 62 charges and a fine of up to AU$1.35 million ($904,000) from the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) due to non-compliance with regulatory requirements. ALH Did not Install YourPlay on 220 of Its Poker Machines VGCCC has recorded 62 charges […]
Sports
November 18, 2022
Low6 Releases Super Fantasy Soccer with Sportsbet for World Cup
The World Cup is fast approaching or, scratch that – it’s right upon us. Low6, a global leader in building powerful gamification solutions for the sports betting industry, has launched a new game app with Sportsbet, one of the leading sportsbooks in Australia. The new Super Fantasy Soccer app was built as a F2P option […]
Industry
November 18, 2022
Sportsbet Urges for End of Use of Credit Cards for Gambling
Sportsbet, an Australian betting giant, has said that it will support any move to prohibit the use of credit cards for gambling. The operator said that this type of payment method promoted a “play now, pay later” culture which was detrimental to the well-being of players and consumers. Sportsbet Says Credit Cards in Gambling Must […]