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Australia: Meta criticised after influencer promotes illegal crypto gambling to followers

Regulator had warned that promotions could attract penalties of up to AU$2.4m (US$1.6m).

3 min read • Feb 4 • By Keih Ma

Financial Horseracing + 3 more

BetMakers announces finalisation of its LVDC acquisition

This deal formally closed on 1 February and sees BetMakers assume 100% ownership.

3 min read • Feb 3 • By Will Underwood

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 2 more

ACMA issues warnings to offshore gambling operators

ACMA has issued formal warnings to offshore gambling companies for providing unlicensed services to Australian customers in violation of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.

3 min read • Feb 2 • By Jack Found

Financial Casino + 2 more

Novomatic extends takeover offer period for Ainsworth

The extension provides Ainsworth shareholders additional time to consider Novomatic’s off-market takeover bid, with the offer now set to close in early February.

3 min read • Feb 2 • By Shaan Khan

Land Based Casino + 1 more

Victor Churchill to open steak restaurant at Crown Melbourne

The project will see the Sydney butcher and dining brand launch its first Melbourne venue, with construction set to begin later this year and an opening targeted for mid-2027.

3 min read • Jan 30 • By Shaan Khan

Financial Land Based + 2 more

The Star posts modest quarterly improvement as refinancing deadline nears

Operator reports AU$301m in Q2 revenue but warns material uncertainties remain.

3 min read • Jan 30 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

ACMA discover six wagering operators in breach of self-exclusion rules

Regulator issues penalties and remedial directions after failures to protect vulnerable customers.

3 min read • Jan 29 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

ACMA blocks 133 illegal gambling sites in Q4 enforcement push

Offshore casino-style services accounted for the majority of breaches, with investigations finding violations in every case reviewed under Australia’s Interactive Gambling Act.

3 min read • Jan 28 • By Shaan Khan