Australia’s Federal Court fined and disqualified two former Star Entertainment executives for breaches of duty tied to risk oversight. The action follows civil proceedings brought by ASIC.
SkyCity has reached an in-principle A$21 million settlement with South Australia’s gambling regulator following a multi-year review. The agreement includes governance reforms and new compliance measures at SkyCity Adelaide.
SkyCity Adelaide has agreed to a proposed AU$21 million fine and enhanced compliance measures after a regulatory review found systemic AML and governance failings.
Chicago City Council voted 33-15 against banning sweepstakes machines, leaving about 7,000 devices in operation. The decision comes amid ongoing disputes over VGT expansion and Bally’s casino plans.
Ireland has downgraded the overall financial crime risk of its gambling sector, though remote bookmakers and private members clubs remain classified as significant money laundering risks.
FATF placed Kuwait and Papua New Guinea on its grey list in February 2026. The decision increases indirect compliance and payment pressure on gambling operators.
Germany’s gambling regulator has opened a formal review into ADI Predictstreet’s World Cup advertising. The authority is assessing whether the unlicensed operator breached national gambling law.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that electronic skill games qualify as illegal slot machines under state law. A 120-day stay delays enforcement while lawmakers consider regulation.
Soft2Bet has launched its MEGA Shoot gamification engine for the 2026 World Cup. Early internal data shows 31.9% engagement and a 13.5% uplift in retention.
Gibraltar has opened applications for a new Gambling Commissioner and Executive Director. The move comes during ongoing regulatory and tax changes affecting the territory and the UK market.