12/08/20 AUSTRAC: Casinos must oversee junket compliance AUSTRAC’s chief executive has said it would be “preferable” if all state gaming bodies implemented licensing regimes for junket operators.
12/08/20 Crown Melbourne to operate at 50% capacity As of December 9, the casino will be able to operate under new rules after the Victoria state government eases restrictions.
12/06/20 Reef Casino raises profits estimate for H2 The company saw strong rental income from Reef Hotel Casino in the third quarter.
12/04/20 Imperial Pacific CEO could be jailed A judge has voiced the possibility due to the company’s failure to comply with court orders.
12/04/20 The Star Sydney ups capacity limit As of December 7, the famous Sydney casino will be allowed to host up to 10,000 customers.
12/03/20 IPI close to online gambling approval Legislators have approved an amendment that allows casino licence holders in the CNMI to initiate online gaming operations.
12/03/20 PlayUp brings Monmouth Park’s CEO to board The Australian online betting technology firm has added Dennis Drazin to its board of directors to consolidate its US footprint.
12/02/20 Crown appoints chief compliance and financial crimes officer The casino operator has created the new role in a bid to show commitment with compliance.
12/02/20 Tabcorp and TAB NZ extend racing agreement The firms have confirmed extended broadcasting and wagering rights for racing in Australia and New Zealand.
12/02/20 BetMakers acquires Sportech for US expansion The Australian firm has bought the firm’s tote and digital business in the US, Europe and the UK.
12/01/20 Tabcorp fined over breach of advertising law The operator was found to have broken state law by offering bonuses via social media.
12/01/20 SkyCity Adelaide to reveal US$242m revamp The refurbishment has increased the casino’s capacity for live entertainment.
11/30/20 IPI’s Garapan casino to be completed in 2022 Work resumed on November 25 and the company has outlined its plan to finish on schedule.
11/27/20 Jumbo gets gambling software licence in the UK The Australian firm is now allowed to offer its services and products directly to gambling firms operating in the UK.
11/26/20 Fitch places Crown under negative ratings watch The ratings agency has downgraded the operator again, fearing it could be hit by to fines or other sanctions from regulators in various states.
