Aristocrat launches US$2.9 billion bid to acquire online platform provider Playtech

Digital on the rise but land-based COVID struggle sees Aristocrat profit fall 12.8% in 1H20

Australian slot machine giant Aristocrat has launched an AU$3.9 billion (US$2.9 billion) bid to acquire online gaming platform provider Playtech ...

Crown Resorts found suitable to retain Melbourne casino license but China investigation ongoing

Findings of Crown Melbourne Royal Commission to be handed down today, made public this month

by Ben Blaschke

15/10/2021

The Victorian Government has confirmed that it will be handed the findings of a Royal Commission into the suitability of ...

Studies show dramatic rise in online gambling during COVID-19 lockdowns

Study finds twice as many Australians now gambling online

by Newsdesk

14/10/2021

A two-year study of the gambling habits of Australians has found that participation rates have fallen, however the number of ...

Junkets in the firing line as independent inquiry clears Victorian casino regulator of corruption

by Ben Blaschke

13/10/2021

An independent investigation into Victoria’s casino regulator has called for formal legislation banning junkets, increased probity of premium players and ...

Star Entertainment Group falls to AU$95 million loss in FY20 but domestic gaming showing signs of recovery

Star says allegations it ignored AML report untrue

by Ben Blaschke

13/10/2021

Australia’s Star Entertainment Group has refuted claims that it kept secret and failed to act upon a report from global ...

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