Austria’s WKStA charges Novomatic executives over alleged influence scheme
Austria’s Economic and Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (WKStA) filed charges against Novomatic owner Johann GRAF and former executive Harald Neumann over alleged benefits linked to a Casinos Austria board appointment and gambling licences. WKStA also applied for a fine against Novomatic AG; the company denied the allegations and said it welcomed review by an independent court.
The charges and corporate fine application expose Novomatic to criminal proceedings over alleged influence involving gambling appointments and licences.