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Casino iGaming + 3 more

VGW launches new online casino LuckyLand

New platform offers free-to-play table games and social live casino experiences as part of VGW's Social Plus brand lineup.

3 min read • Dec 11 • By Claire McKernan

FEC disposes of 50% stake in The Ritz-Carlton Perth

Far East Consortium says sale is aligned with its capital management and hotel monetisation strategy.

3 min read • Dec 10 • By Keih Ma

Financial Land Based + 3 more

Novomatic increases stake in Ainsworth as takeover consolidation progresses

The group has lifted its voting power in Ainsworth as its off-market takeover continues to be processed.

3 min read • Dec 10 • By Keih Ma

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 1 more

New Zealand orders LeoVegas to cease local advertising

New Zealand's Department of Internal Affairs has issued a formal notice to Malta-licensed operator LeoVegas, instructing the overseas gambling website to halt advertising activities targeting the country's residents.

3 min read • Dec 9 • By Jack Found

Conferences & Exhibitions

Soo Kim to deliver keynote at ICE's World Gaming Forum

Soo Kim, Chairman of Bally's Corporation will be providing unique insight into the gaming giant's 'Always-On' vision when he appears as the 2026 opening keynote at ICE's exclusive World Gaming Forum programme for senior cross-sector gaming leaders and regulators on Monday 19 January. Soo Kim's participation reflects the Forum's growing reputation for being the industry's single most influential strategic platform, for debate, strategic analysis and policy discussion.

3 min read • Dec 9 • By Mariya Savova

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 1 more

Australia moves to cut R&D tax breaks for gambling and tobacco

The Australian Government has released draft legislation that will exclude gambling and tobacco-related activities from eligibility under the Research and Development Tax Incentive programme

3 min read • Dec 8 • By Jack Found

Financial Land Based + 6 more

Ainsworth forecasts AU$21.5m underlying profits despite VLT challenges

Lower Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) unit sales, installations and daily yield are all named as reasons for a potential drop in the second half of the year.

2 min read • Dec 8 • By Megan Elswyth

Land Based Horseracing + 1 more

RWA urges further consultation on Queensland racing funding model

RWA says Queensland's decision not to progress a recommended review of the Point of Consumption Tax has left key questions unanswered, warning that current settings may undermine long-term racing funding.

3 min read • Dec 8 • By Shaan Khan