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Google to Start Blocking Cryptocurrency Ads

Google to Start Blocking Cryptocurrency Ads

Recently updated on March 15th, 2026The most widely used search engine in the world, Google, has announced a big change for advertisers through a blog post. Starting in June, the Internet giant will begin blocking ads from ‘unregulated or speculative financial products’. This change means that ads for services like cryptocurrency exchanges, the currencies themselves, […]

Gaming Standards Association helps Japan Set Casino Regulations

Recently updated on March 14th, 2026The Gaming Standards Association (GSA) has announced that it has launched its presence in Japan as the state is preparing to choose operators for its first casinos. The non-profit organisation will deliver informative services on the technical features of gambling and regulation to Japanese authorities. They will also be offering […]

Cheltenham Festival bets expected to total NZ$1.9 Billion

Cheltenham Festival spurs Billions in Bets

Recently updated on March 14th, 2026Horse racing has been one of the most popular forms of gambling for hundreds of years. One of the oldest events in Britain, the Cheltenham Festival, is expected to garner nearly £1 billion in bets this year. The festival started in 1860 and has been hosted at Cheltenham racecourse since […]

Senate Committee Rejected Brazil Gambling Bill

Brazil Gambling Bill Rejected by Committee

Recently updated on March 12th, 2026After almost a year of stalling, a Brazil Gambling bill was finally considered by a specialised Senate committee. However, the Brazilian Comisión de Constitución, Justicia y Ciudadanía (CCJ) voted against legalising gambling in the country. When it was first introduced by Senator Ciro Nogueira, the bill sought to legalise online […]

Offshore Casino for Kiwi Gamblers Still on the Cards for SkyCity

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Recently updated on March 12th, 2026Exploiting a gap in the law, SkyCity plans to launch a European-based online casino later. And the New Zealand government can’t do anything to stop it. It’s estimated that New Zealand gamblers export $400 million a year playing at unregulated offshore casinos. Now, SkyCity wants it $180 million piece of […]

NZCT Installs Facial Recognition Software for Self-Excluded Players

NZCT Protecting Addicts

Recently updated on March 11th, 2026The New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) will install face recognition software at its Gisborne venues. As a pre-emptive measure, this will help self-excluded players to stay away from gambling. Mike Knell, the CEO of NZCT, has revealed that the implementation is part of a legal obligation to help problem gamblers. […]

SkyCity to Launch Offshore Online Casino

Recently updated on March 10th, 2026Sky City is forging ahead with their plans of an offshore-based online casino. In New Zealand, Internet casinos cannot operate directly out of the country however Kiwis are allowed to gamble online. Sky city has seen the market potential and jumped on the opportunity. Already Kiwis spend almost 400 million […]

Zombie Hoard Online Pokie Released by Microgaming

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Recently updated on March 9th, 2026Do you love zombie-theme pokie games? Then, you absolutely have to give Microgaming’s Zombie Hoard a go! Made in collaboration with Slingshot Studios, his undead experience is sure to give you chills and thrills as you fight to survive in this intense but comical pokie game. New Zealanders should be […]

Gold Coast Welcomes Bidders for Second Casino

Gold Coast Renews Interest in Second Integrated Casino Resort

Recently updated on March 8th, 2026The Gold Coast in Australia has revived plans to build a second casino resort. The plan was abandoned two years ago. There are reportedly 12 casino operators that will be submitting bids to win the licence for the second casino. Among the expected bidders are Caesars Entertainment, Hard Rock International, […]

What is the Trick To Win Roulette in 2026?

Best Roulette Trick

Recently updated on March 8th, 2026There are many popularly touted tricks for winning roulette, and each comes with benefits. Unfortunately, you’ll notice that each trick also has a drawback – you aren’t guaranteed a win. After all, you’re playing roulette against land-based and online casinos that want to profit. Every trick in the book is […]

SkyCity Player Wins NZ$1.1 million at Poker Table

SkyCity Player Wins NZ$1.1 million on Poker – NZ Casino News

Recently updated on March 7th, 2026Most Kiwi players would expect to at least double their money with a Royal Flush side bet at a poker table. One lucky SkyCity player, however, turned NZ$35 into NZ$1.1 million with a progressive jackpot hand. The woman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, won on a single hand of […]

Kiwis Spent NZ$648 on Gambling

Recently updated on March 6th, 2026The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) released the gambling figures last week on Thursday, revealing that Kiwis spent NZ$2.4 billion on gambling in the 2026 financial year. When broken down, it means that one Kiwi gambler would have spent around NZ$648 on gambling. The figures were higher than the previous […]

888 Purchases BetBright to Boost Growth in Sports Betting

888 Purchases BetBright to Boost Growth in Sports Betting

Recently updated on March 4th, 2026F888 Holdings Plc announced its acquisition of BetBright, an online sports betting platform for £15 million. 888 purchased the sports betting website to improve its product and technology competencies. Additionally, the new addition will support 888’s longstanding development strategy for its bookmaking business. This is the third purchase deal that […]

Rising Share Price of Flutter Entertainment Causes Rumors

Recently updated on March 4th, 2026The owner of the Paddy Power brand, Flutter Entertainment, stated that he didn’t understand the reason for the increased shares. On the other hand, there have been rumours that another business could have an interest in the Irish gambling company. The large outflow in the share price of the behemoth, […]

Dutch Council of State rules for Payment Service Providers

Dutch Council of State sides with Payment Service Providers

Recently updated on March 4th, 2026The Dutch Council of State has ruled against punishing payment service providers offering their services at illegal casinos. As a result, the Gaming Authority may no longer go after service providers in the Netherlands. Unlicensed iGaming operators may still be investigated, but online banking services will be protected by the […]

Betting on the Oscars 2026

NZ Betting on the Oscars 2018

Recently updated on March 2nd, 2026On 4 March, Hollywood’s best and brightest will take to the red carpet for the biggest award ceremony in the business. While the awards season has been exciting, the Oscars, or Academy Awards, are the most important for actors. After all, no one can forget the ‘La La Land/Moonlight’ Best […]

FC Barcelona joins All-New eSports Football League

FC Barcelona eSports Partnership NZ

Recently updated on March 1st, 2026An all-new eSports league, named eFootball.Pro will begin their first tournament in the coming weeks. Founded in 2016, the league has partnered with Japanese gaming giant Konami to feature their Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) 2018 edition. Gerard Pique is the President and founder of eFootball.Pro as well as a centre-half […]

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