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Internet Gambling with Credit Cards Could Get Banned in NZ

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Recently updated on January 4th, 2026New Zealand’s government agency is on a mission to ban internet gambling with credit cards. The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs is responsible for creating and regulating the gambling industry.  One of the many reasons behind the department considering the ban of credit card internet gambling is the launch […]

Is Online Baccarat Beatable?

Is Online Baccarat Beatable?

Recently updated on January 4th, 2026Yes, online baccarat is beatable, but only in the short term, thanks to the house edge. Like many other casino games, the casino has a built-in advantage in baccarat to ensure profits. This advantage is a mathematical edge that ensures the casino doesn’t lose money on every winning wager. While […]

Woolworths Groups New Merger

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Recently updated on January 4th, 2026 Woolworths Group has announced plans to merge its hospitality and drinks units and then market it as a separate entity in the upcoming financial year. The company has been under immense pressure regarding its gambling operations and believes that this move will help ease that pressure, but also allow […]

Gambling Sponsor Deals for Scottish Women’s Football Rejected

Scottish Women’s Football Turn down Gambling Brands – NZ News

Recently updated on January 3rd, 2026The Scottish Women’s Football organisation has decided to turn down any sponsor deals from gambling firms and alcohol companies. In contrast, the Men’s Leagues have been overtaken with gambling sponsors. On Sunday, Scottish Women’s Football Chairperson, Vivienne MacLaren, gave a statement about the choice. In the statement published by Scotland […]

Daniel Sturridge Guilty of Violating FA Rules

Daniel Sturridge Guilty of Violating FA Rules

Recently updated on January 3rd, 2026Despite denying all accusations, Daniel Sturridge (29) has been found guilty of breaking Football Association (FA) rules. According to reports, the footballer violated two gambling regulations. As reported previously, Sturridge had allegedly passed inside information to gamblers during the 2018 winter transfer window. Reportedly, the footballer used a third party […]

New Zealand Government Reveals Problem Gambling Strategy

New Zealand Problem Gambling Strategy

Recently updated on January 2nd, 2026The New Zealand government recently revealed a new problem gambling strategy. The policy is a further attempt by the Kiwi government to ensure that the harm of gambling is reduced in the country. The problem gambling strategy involves the establishment of support groups, technological pilots, as well as home care […]

Pragmatic Play Gets Recognized by Malta Gaming Authority

Recently updated on January 1st, 2026Pragmatic Play announced that it has obtained its Recognition Notice from the Malta Gaming Authority. This was in addition to its license by the watchdog.  The Malta-based designer and supplier of internet casino content presently hold a Serious Supply License by the Malta Gaming Authority. This enables it to offer […]

Malta’s Self-Exclusion Gamblers List Grows to Over 1,000 Locals

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Recently updated on January 1st, 2026A report by the Malta Responsible Gaming Foundation shows that more than 1,000 local gamblers have requested to be on the self-exclusion list. According to the spokesperson for the Foundation, the trend has been growing steadily over the past few years. However, alarming this may be, it indicates that an […]

Perth Banker stole NZ$4 million, Sentenced to Jail Time

Perth Banker Jailed for Stealing to Fund Gambling Habit – NZ News

Recently updated on January 1st, 2026A Perth banker has been sentenced to five years and six months’ jail time for stealing AU$3.7 million (NZ$4.04 million). Daniel Petkov, a 37-year-old bank manager, was sentenced this week in District Court. Petkov was allegedly suffering from ‘an undiagnosed bipolar disorder’ when he stole the money. According to reports, […]

PIF Study Reveals Youth Gambling Problem in New Zealand

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Recently updated on January 1st, 2026Pacific Islands Families (PIF) Study has revealed a deep-rooted youth gambling problem amongst NZ teens. Research shows A large subsection of teens in New Zealand start gambling at a young age. Many become compulsive gamblers by the age of 17, below the legal gambling age. This study conducted on over […]

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