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Flutter-Owned Sportsbet Cleared of Violating Betting Rules in Australia
Flutter’s Sportsbet has run into trouble with regulators in Australia several times this year. However, it finally got a break after the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) determined that an alleged...
Australian Casinos to Pay More Taxes to Cover Government Expenses
In an effort to compensate those areas hit hardest by a series of unfortunate circumstances, the New South Wales (NSW) government plans to pick up extra money from casinos. It could make...
PointsBet, NBA Star Shaq Get Dubious Honor for Worst TV Spot in Australia
Sports betting operator PointsBet recently joined forces with NBA great Shaquille O’Neal to create a run of TV ads for its Australian operations. It probably seemed like a great roster move at...
Australia’s ASIC Charges 11 Star Entertainment Executives with Rules Violations
Dropping out of the executive ranks of Star Entertainment before the hammer fell won't protect certain executives from paying the price for their inadequacies. In the wake of the money-laundering scandal that...
Australia’s Ville Resort Casino Faces Fine for Working with Junket
Accusations that casinos in Australia have been working with illegal junkets are coming to a head. The Ville Resort Casino in Townsville, Queensland, is going to have to answer to the state’s...
Star Entertainment Faces New $100M Fine, Casino License Suspension in Australia
Two Australian states, two massive fines. Star Entertainment recently received a fine of AUD100 million (US$67.92 million) from New South Wales (NSW) for repeated rules violations, and the casino operator will now...
SkyCity Faces AUSTRAC’s Wrath as Australia’s Casino Market Continues to Suffer
Just over a month ago, Australia's Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) confirmed that it was looking at SkyCity Entertainment Group's casino operations. It apparently doesn't like what it has found, as...
Australian Lottery Players Sue After Friend Skips Out with Winnings
When it comes to money, it’s never good to make assumptions. For example, if you’re playing the lottery with a group of friends, don’t assume that everyone will remain honest if you...
Australia’s Financial Watchdog Confirms Civil Sanctions Against Star Entertainment Likely
In the wake of the money-laundering scandals that rocked Australia's gaming industry, Star Entertainment continues to receive more bad news. The Australian Transaction Reporting and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) filed a case against...
Video Games with Loot Boxes Would Be ‘Adults-Only’ Under New Bill in Australia
Andrew Wilkie, one of the leading anti-gambling voices in Australia’s Parliament, is looking for support for a new bill. He wants to crack down on video games that offer loot boxes, banning...