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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

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

Financial Land Based + 1 more

Star Entertainment reshuffles advisers as Bally’s influence grows

Operator replaces UBS with MA Moelis as new shareholders move to reshape strategy.

3 min read • Jan 28 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

VCAT upholds VGCCC ruling against OkeBet over unlawful marketing breaches

Tribunal affirms AU$100,000 (US$66,000) penalty for breaches involving self-excluded customers and community clubs.

1 min read • Jan 28 • By Keih Ma

Land Based Appointments + 2 more

Crown Melbourne appoints Carter Bair as CMO

Bair joins Crown Melbourne from Crown Perth, where he served as Chief Marketing and Gaming Officer for nearly two years.

3 min read • Jan 23 • By Jack Found

Land Based Equipment & Hardware + 2 more

Kjerulf Ainsworth extends takeover offer period to 30 January 2026

Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has extended the offer period for his takeover bid targeting Ainsworth Game Technology, giving shareholders until 30 January 2026 to accept the proposal.

3 min read • Jan 22 • By Jack Found

Legal & Regulatory

Regulating the Game 2026 Draft Program Unveiled, Spotlighting the Issues Shaping the Sector

Regulating the Game has published the draft program for its 2026 Sydney conference, outlining a comprehensive agenda of keynotes, featured addresses, panels, and expert masterclasses examining the most consequential regulatory, policy and operational issues facing the global gambling sector.

5 min read • Jan 15 • By Mariya Savova