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Officials move to combat late tote betting fluctuations
A US racetrack will close betting into its win pools at two minutes before the advertised start time of each race in a bid to curb the impact of sophisticated professionals using computer-assisted wagering (CAW) methods.
State of optimism - Bawden targets SA racing revival as data points to growing contribution
The data from a recent independent report which revealed South Australian racing is having an increased impact on the state’s economy has backed up Racing SA CEO Nick Bawden’s confidence in the industry.
Waterhouse VC - The regulatory paradox
In mature wagering markets, regulation serves three fundamental purposes: protecting consumers, maintaining market integrity, and generating sustainable tax revenue. In principle, these aims are aligned. In practice, they can come into conflict.
‘Simply unacceptable’ – Betfair earns wrath of ACMA over spam breach
Betfair has become the third Australian wagering company in the space of two months to be fined heavily by ACMA over its marketing practices.
McGauran officially departs ATC board
Former chairman Peter McGauran has officially departed as a director of the Australian Turf Club board.
Coolmore quartet lands in Australia
A quartet of Coolmore stallions, including Wootton Bassett, the highest priced stallion to stand in Australian history, have arrived ahead of the 2025 breeding season.
Changing places - Ryan’s drive also opens the door for Dilmi
New adventures await Sara Ryan and Nacim Dilmi. But before Ryan hands over the keys to Dilmi at Domeland, they will have time to reflect on how a one-time biochemical engineering student and an aspiring but unsuccessful jockey found themselves on the precipice of big opportunities.