Recently updated on February 3rd, 2026Following the discovery of a customer who was paid off not to talk to the regulator, the UK Gambling Commission has issued a warning to the gambling industry at large against the use of gag orders. This comes after the scandal that links casino giant Ladbrokes to a payoff to […]
Recently updated on February 3rd, 2026It would seem that 2026 will finally see the final Queensland casino resort being built. After many failed deals and issues for developers, the Destination Brisbane Consortium has won a bid. However, the troubles of Queenslandâs next casino may be repeated for the Aussie company. Other bids were consistently opposed […]
Recently updated on February 3rd, 2026Can you gamble online in NZ? Yes, you can gamble online in NZ at any website licensed overseas. However, there are no sites licensed in New Zealand because the government is not interested in regulating the market. So, youâll need to carefully select the right online casinos and gambling portals […]
Recently updated on February 2nd, 2026Itâs no secret that lawmakers in the United States are against sports betting and other forms of gambling. For years, itâs been illegal to bet on sports because of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). Now anti-PASPA initiatives, led by the American Gaming Association, are pushing to have […]
Recently updated on February 1st, 2026Crown Resorts Limited, the Australian gaming firm, has faced significant challenges recently. The casino operator was in the headlines for its involvement in the Macau arrests of 18 employees. Since then, theyâve run into trouble with Australian authorities and investors. In the case of the investors, Crown Resorts had failed […]
Recently updated on January 31st, 2026After months of sexual harassment allegations in the entertainment industry, new accusations have surfaced against Steve Wynn. The founder, Chairman, and CEO of the infamous Wynn Resorts is now facing serious charges of misconduct towards his female employees. In an âextensive reportâ published last week, the Wall Street Journal claimed […]
Recently updated on January 30th, 2026Anybody who has played Fortnite knows about the gameâs famous llama paid loot box offering. A recent update published on Epic Games’ blog revealed that the developer would soon be doing away with the âloot boxâ aspect of these llamas. Players familiar with the controversial microtransaction system will know that […]
Recently updated on January 29th, 2026Gamblers in Victoria, Australia, have lost a record amount of money playing pokies in 2026. This has caused quite a controversy and has led to anti-gambling groups calling for reform. Figures published by the Victorian Commission for Liquor and Gambling Regulation revealed their six-monthly venue loss data. This revealed that […]
Recently updated on January 29th, 2026While it was billed as âthe largest jackpot in US historyâ, last weekâs win fell a little short of the estimated US$1.6 billion (NZ$2.45 billion). However, the lucky US Mega Millions winner probably wonât be complaining. The winning numbers and ticket have been traced to South Carolina, where winners can […]
Recently updated on January 29th, 2026Itâs not too late to join in on the partypoker Power Fest this week to earn some amazing prizes. If you havenât entered yet, you still have a chance to start playing online. The top 150 players stand a chance to win US$170 000 (±NZ$231 000) in prizes based on […]
Recently updated on January 28th, 2026Fox Entertainment is striking back at Genting with a US$46.4 million (NZ$67.83 million) countersuit. In case you missed it, Fox cancelled its licence for its Fox World theme park. Which has yet to be completed at the Resorts World Genting complex in Malaysia. Fox, together with The Walt Disney Company […]
Recently updated on January 26th, 2026Gambling laws in Brazil have been pending for years, with different bills being stalled in federal talks. This week, the Tourism Committee has called for Brazilian casinos to be legalised to boost tourist revenues. Paulo Azi, Federal Deputy for the organisation, spoke to local news outlets after launching the electronic […]
Recently updated on January 25th, 2026Gambling Harm Awareness week, also called âPause the Pokiesâ, was held in early September. The initiative, headed by the Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF), was meant to raise awareness in New Zealand. However, statistics from Pause the Pokies have revealed a larger problem. In Waiuku specifically, PGF experts have shared shocking […]
Recently updated on January 24th, 2026Evolution Gaming has released an all-new title for their selection of Live Dealer casino games. This week, Kiwi players can enjoy Live Texas Holdâem Bonus Poker at participating casinos online. The game features a progressive jackpot and mobile optimisation. As one of the largest live casino game developers in the […]
Recently updated on January 23rd, 2026The best online blackjack game we could find is Blackjack Surrender because it has a 0.596% house edge and uses six decks. Plus, it features the basic rules of Blackjack, where you can see one dealer card at all times. If youâre looking for even more top online blackjack games, […]
Recently updated on January 23rd, 2026 No, you canât withdraw your casino bonus shortly after claiming it at online casinos. If youâre interested in âwhen can I withdraw my casino bonus?â then this is the guide for you. Online gambling sites offer bonuses to draw new players and show off the best games they have. […]
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Recently updated on January 21st, 2026Get ready to ring in the New Year (finally the end of 2020) with the Booongo New Year Festival. There will be eight days of amazing prizes totalling âŹ80 000 and an extra âŹ20 000 leaderboard. To qualify, you need to make 100 spins on the applicable Booongo slots with real money. […]
Recently updated on January 18th, 2026In short, full-pay video poker is any variant of the gaming machine with the highest possible payout percentage. In many cases, this is the 9/6 version, where the maximum coins are paid out for the winning hands. Comparatively, the 8/5 version increases the house edge by removing one coin from […]
Recently updated on January 18th, 2026Simply put, you can cheat at video poker with mixed results, but youâll need to dedicate some time to it. While winning more from hacking video poker might seem tempting, it takes a lot of effort to accomplish. Still, itâs possible to game the system when you play video poker, […]