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Racing Integrity Board steps up oversight ahead of New Zealand casino licensing

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New Zealand’s Racing Integrity Board is increasing its focus on betting integrity as the country prepares to issue online casino licences by the end of 2026. Chief executive Eliot Forbes said online gaming and racing bets overlap, while crypto-enabled operators taking bets on New Zealand races may lack fees, integrity data and consumer protections.

The board’s concerns point to integrity and oversight risks as New Zealand prepares to license online casinos.

End-of-day close Entain (ENT), GBp, to 16 April 2026
Story date16 January 202616 April 2026

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