Employees at The Star Brisbane took industrial action on Friday evening, July 4th, marking the first-ever protected strike against a casino operator in Australia. The demonstration, which occurred from 4pm to 6pm, involved workers from multiple departments—including gaming, food and beverage, and housekeeping—and coincided with the bustling after-work crowd at the Queen’s Wharf venue. The strike, organized by the United Workers Union (UWU), was triggered by...
Taichi Tech Limited, the company operating under the Fafabet brand, has been fined £170,000 by the UK Gambling Commission following a series of regulatory breaches, including the use of misleading terms in its promotional offers and shortcomings in key compliance areas such as anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility. UK Gambling Commission issues £170K fine to Fafabet operator: The Commission’s investigation revealed that Fafabet’s bonus terms granted the operator...
Eight former senior figures from SkyCity Entertainment Group are facing legal action brought by a shareholder who is seeking to recoup losses tied to a major regulatory penalty. The AU$67 million fine, imposed by Australia’s financial crime regulator AUSTRAC last year, followed a Federal Court ruling that found SkyCity had breached anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing laws. Legal action targets ex-SkyCity leaders after AUSTRAC fine: The shareholder...
Bally’s Corporation may be forced to pull out of its AU$300 million (US$195 million) rescue plan for Star Entertainment Group if a substantial fine from Australia’s anti-money laundering agency, AUSTRAC, renders the casino operator insolvent. Bally’s chairman, Soo Kim, cautioned that the company’s commitment hinges on Star’s financial stability. Bally’s Star deal uncertain as solvency concerns mount: The proposed investment—a joint effort between Bally’s and Bruce Mathieson’s...
The Philippine online gambling industry has been jolted by renewed legislative efforts that have triggered steep market sell-offs and intensified regulatory uncertainty. Stocks tied to the sector—particularly those of leading operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp.—plunged sharply following the filing of a bill that seeks to implement stringent controls on digital gaming activities. DigiPlus, which runs the country’s top platforms BingoPlus and...
Evolution has officially entered the Rhode Island online gaming market, extending its footprint across all seven U.S. states currently permitting iGaming. This milestone comes through a newly expanded partnership with Bally’s Corporation, introducing Evolution’s highly popular online slot content to Bally Casino players in the state. The collaboration enables Evolution to roll out digital slot titles from its renowned game...
As Thailand faces a period of political instability, efforts to legalize casinos and online gambling have triggered widespread backlash. Opposition parties and civic groups have unified in demanding the full withdrawal of two controversial bills currently under parliamentary consideration. Opposition Unites Against Casino Bill and Awaits Court Ruling As reported by The Nation, during the opening of the new parliamentary...
Indonesia is advancing a more aggressive regulatory approach to combat online gambling, with government officials confirming that a new government regulation is being finalized. This regulation aims not only to increase enforcement but also to assign clear responsibilities to digital stakeholders such as internet service providers, fintech firms, and online platforms. Comprehensive Policy Targets Platforms and Youth Protection The upcoming...
On July 3, 2025, California Attorney General Rob Bonta released a formal 33-page legal opinion declaring that daily fantasy sports (DFS) platforms—including pick’em and draft-style contests offered by companies like DraftKings, FanDuel, and Underdog—constitute illegal gambling under California law. The opinion was issued at the request of Assemblymember Tom Lackey, pursuant to Government Code section 12519, which authorizes the Department...
Cleveland Guardians right-hander Luis Ortiz has been placed on paid, non-disciplinary leave by Major League Baseball as the league investigates two pitches he threw that reportedly coincided with suspicious betting activity. According to multiple reports, the action came just hours before Ortiz was scheduled to start Thursday’s game against the Chicago Cubs. Sources told ESPN that the probe revolves around...