New Zealand’s first online casino licensing round has attracted interest from around 50 operators, creating a highly competitive field for a maximum of 15 casino licence opportunities as the country moves towards a regulated online casino market. The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) opened the expression of interest (EOI) stage on 17 July 2026 and closed submissions on 14 August. The EOI process represents the first of three stages established under the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026. The regulator says the EOI submissions are now being assessed ahead of the competitive stage......
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