Wagering

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The latest news, features and analysis on the wagering industry.

NZ TAB chases new generation with launch of digital wagering option

Wagering company Entain has launched an online-only platform through its partnership with the New Zealand TAB that it hopes will appeal to a different customer base.

Political storm erupts over wagering ad reform

Leaked plans for the reform of gambling advertising have prompted a political furore, with crossbenchers deriding Communications Minister Michelle Rowland’s reported proposals as a "cop-out" and "half-arsed", "weak policy making".

Run The Numbers – The not-so slow death of the Australian tote

At the start of the 2000s, totalisator betting made up 85 per cent of turnover on thoroughbred racing. Now it is 16 per cent and falling fast. So what happened? Run The Numbers explores the decline.

BlueBet eyes further growth, expansion and new brand after Betr merger

Strong quarterly results ahead of its merger with Betr has BlueBet bullish about its future and ambitious about acquisitions

Italy move ideal for ambitious Aussie-owned Stake.com

Australian-owned Stake.com has acquired the parent company of Italian sportsbook Idealbet.it.

PointsBet pursues ‘appropriate model’ as it pulls back on advertising

As it approaches full-year profitability, PointsBet has pivoted on the promotion and advertising of its betting products.

Betting on the Olympics – a fast track for acquisition or a blip on the sports wagering radar?

Australia’s biggest wagering companies have been planning for the Paris Olympics for months. But will Australian punters engage with a complex multi-sport event staged mainly in the middle of the night?
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