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Bulgarian Slot Hackers Detained by Police

Bulgarian Slot Machine Hackers Caught

Recently updated on March 22nd, 2026At least four individuals are being detained by the Bulgarian General Directorate Combating Organized Crime (GDCOC) cybercrime unit for hacking slot machines. These individuals defrauded many land-based casinos using a ‘sophisticated scheme.’ At the moment, it’s unclear how much they stole during their scheme. However, they will be charged through […]

Opening Night Reservations Open for Encore Boston Harbour

Opening Night Reservations Open for Encore Boston Harbour

Recently updated on March 21st, 2026The Encore Boston Harbour has finally announced the grand opening of the resort after months of speculation. Encore is part of Wynn Resorts, and will be the first integrated casinos to be built outside of Nevada for the operator. However, the resort is already facing an uncertain future thanks to […]

Christchurch Casino License Under Review

Christchurch Casino Up for License Renewal – NZ Casino News

Recently updated on March 20th, 2026Christchurch Casino is looking to renew their 15-year license this year, but will first have to wait for community submissions. Additionally, their current finances and operations will be scrutinised through peer reviews. Christchurch Casino is the first of New Zealand’s six casinos to apply for renewal. They have paid an […]

Scudamore-Inspired Pokie Game Released by NetEnt

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Recently updated on March 20th, 2026The software gaming legend NetEnt has released horse racing Scudamore pokie in honour of celebrated jockey Peter Scudamore. One has to admire NetEnt who always produces casino gaming that appeals to our Kiwi gamblers. In New Zealand, horse racing is a sport with a large following. Therefore, the adaptation of […]

Mega Moolah Makes Two Players Millionaires Over 48 Hours

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Recently updated on March 19th, 2026Mega Moolah has made two lucky online pokies players instant millionaire this last month. Not only was it two winnings within a single month, but the two wins also took place over 48 hours. The wins took place at two online casinos powered by the powerhouse software provider, Microgaming. The […]

Bookmakers Close Game of Thrones Betting Market

Betting Market suspended for Game of Thrones

Recently updated on March 16th, 2026One of the most popular television shows in history, Game of Thrones, is nearing its end. This week, UK bookmakers have decided to suspend the betting market for it after suspicious bets were placed. This comes after several leaks during the seventh season involving scripts and broadcasts. In 2017, three […]

Win an Audi A3 in the Dream Drive Promo

Recently updated on March 15th, 2026Have you always wanted to drive an Audi A3 at some point in your life? Then you are at the right destination. BGO casino has an ongoing promotion for Kiwis; all you have to do is to participate in their exciting ‘Dream Drive’ promotion this March. With this promotion, online […]

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 in 2014 by Senator Ciro Noguiera, the bill sought to […]

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 in 2019. 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’s $180 million […]

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 their 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 […]

What is the Trick To Win Roulette?

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 wins. After all, you’re playing roulette against land-based and online casinos who want to profit. Every trick in the book is limited […]

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 […]

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