Liquor & Gaming NSW has published the Hospitality and Racing Strategy 2026-28, setting a clear path for reducing harm, supporting responsible industry growth and meeting evolving community expectations. The Strategy outlines Hospitality and Racing’s vision, regulatory posture and strategic objectives.

It outlines three strategic objectives which will guide the work to support communities, individuals and the industry. The first is targeted harm reduction, using better data, education and engagement to focus on the areas where we can make the biggest difference.

The second is outcome‑focused, responsive regulation, by making use of streamlined, place‑based and community‑informed approaches that deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes.

Third is promoting modern tools, skilled teams and smart decisions, investing in its capability, improving how it uses data and supporting consistent decision making across hospitality and racing.

Regulatory Priorities 2026

Alongside the new strategy, Liquor & Gaming NSW has also issued its Regulatory Priorities 2026. This sets out where the department will be focusing its regulatory attention over course of the year. It provides transparency on Liquor & Gaming’s forward regulatory agenda and gives the industry the opportunity to proactively engage about the issues they are concerned about.

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Platipus Gaming has secured a B2B license to function in the United Kingdom. This license permits the company to supply gaming content to operators licensed in the UK and marks an important achievement in Platipus’ continuous emphasis on regulatory compliance, operational uniformity, and responsible product delivery.

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is acknowledged worldwide for its comprehensive regulatory structure and exceptional benchmarks in safeguarding players, ensuring technical compliance, and overseeing operations. Obtaining a UK B2B licence verifies that Platipus’ products, operational methods, and development strategies adhere to these criteria, showing that the firm can deliver content in line with rigorous regulatory requirements.

Importance for Operators

Collaborating with a Platipus-licensed provider allows UK-licensed operators to guarantee that content complies with UKGC standards. This minimizes the requirement for extra regulatory evaluations and facilitates more seamless incorporation of third-party content into licensed activities. All products are created and provided with a focus on responsible gambling and player safety, conforming to the technical and operational criteria set by the Commission.

Strategic Significance for Platipus

The UK licence showcases Platipus’ philosophy of compliance by design. Regulatory factors are incorporated early in the development process instead of being treated as a final review point. This method guarantees that products, processes, and operational frameworks are ready for regulated settings from the beginning.

Being regulated by the UKGC also allows Platipus to participate in other markets, where UK standards frequently serve as reference points. The license backs the company’s objective of ensuring steady product quality, dependable operations, and accountable content provision in various regions.

Priscila Ribeiro, Chief Strategic Officer, said: “Obtaining a UK B2B licence confirms that our internal processes, development approach, and products meet the regulatory expectations of one of the most scrutinised iGaming markets globally. It allows us to operate with UK-licensed operators within a clear compliance framework.”

Viktoriia Andreasen, Head of Marketing: “The UK market is highly structured and regulated, with detailed expectations for content providers. Holding this licence allows Platipus to engage with licensed operators while maintaining consistent operational and compliance standards, and ensures our content is designed and delivered responsibly.”

A Milestone for Operational Maturity

With its B2B license in the UK, Platipus Gaming begins a new phase of compliant operations. The license demonstrates the organization’s dedication to enduring operational dependability, adherence to regulations, and accountable product provision. It further verifies that Platipus is capable of providing content in one of the most strictly regulated iGaming markets globally, with all technical, operational, and compliance standards met.

This milestone signifies more than just an expansion in geography. It indicates that Platipus has organized procedures, strong governance, and a development approach centered on compliance, establishing a basis for ongoing regulated activities and sustainable growth across various markets.

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