Entain plans to pursue multiple licences for New Zealand’s online casino market, according to regional chief executive Andrew Vouris. The report said up to 15 licences were expected to become available from December, while Entain’s existing partnership with TAB New Zealand covers onshore betting services.
Entain’s plans signal potential competition for licences in New Zealand’s planned online casino market.
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New Zealand's Department of Internal Affairs released the results of its online casino licence tender on 13 October, with 11 entities bidding NZ$15m to progress to the next stage. Entain, Super Group and Stake were among those advancing, with 15 licences available in total. The DIA said operators that failed at this stage must cease operations by 1 December 2026, with the full market launch expected at an unknown date in 2027.
On 13 October, the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) in New Zealand published the outcome of its tender for online casino licences. A total of 11 entities paid NZ$15m (€7.5m) to move forward in the process, and among the successful applicants were Entain, Super Group and Stake. Fifteen licences are on offer, and certain companies are following a multi-brand approach in the country.
Entain has introduced BlackRush Casino for New Zealand’s planned online casino market, reportedly ahead of the market’s expected May launch. The launch follows the country’s 29 September licence auction, but winning an auction place only gives operators the right to apply for a licence, the Department of Internal Affairs explained. Each brand needs separate approval.
Random Systems Georgia (RSG), the government-appointed gambling regulator, confirmed Georgia's international iGaming licence regime has moved from a pilot to full rollout. The framework began as a pilot in July 2026; its offer includes a five-year licence and a stated combined charge of 6% of gross gaming revenue, while further operator-term changes may be announced in October, according to the report.
Gibraltar is pursuing a regulatory framework for prediction markets as its online gaming industry faces higher costs and restructuring, according to the account of comments by Gaming Commissioner Andrew Lyman. ADI Predictstreet was the first company authorised under the scheme; the report also cites planned UK tax increases and job cuts announced by several companies.
The Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA) renewed Entain-owned BetCity's online gambling licence for five years, extending it through late 2031, according to the report. Separately, the KSA renewed Lotto BV's monopoly licences for another five years while legal proceedings over the monopoly system continue.