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New Zealand lawsuit adds bet365 and Super Group over alleged online gambling

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An unnamed claimant has expanded a New Zealand lawsuit against SkyCity to include bet365 and Super Group, alleging the companies illegally provided online gambling services. The case comes as New Zealand plans to launch a 15-licence online casino market on 1 July 2027; the allegations have not been established in court.

The claim tests the legal position of offshore operators ahead of New Zealand’s planned online casino licensing market.

End-of-day close Super Group (SGHC), USD, to 5 June 2026
Story date9 March 20265 June 2026

Latest reported results

SkyCity NZX: SKC

Financial year ended 30 June 2026

Revenue
NZD 813.7m
Operating income
NZD 20.0m

Super Group NYSE: SGHC

Quarter ended 30 June 2026

Revenue
USD 684.0m
Operating income
USD 172.0m

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