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NSW Regulator Launches Legal Action Against Melco to Recoup Bergin Inquiry Costs
The New South Wales gaming regulator has reportedly launched legal action against Melco Resorts & Entertainment in a bid to recoup around AU$3.7 million (US$2.6 million) in legal costs.
The action relates to the Bergin Inquiry into Crown Resorts, which ultimately found the Australian casino giant unsuitable to hold a gaming license for its AU$2.2 billion Crown Sydney development. The inquiry was called in part to investigate Melco’s 2019 acquisition of a 9.99% stake in Crown from its largest shareholder James Packer, and whether this breached a clause in Crown’s license that prohibited it from working with Macau casino mogul Stanley Ho.
The Bergin Report ultimately found that the sale of shares to Melco did not breach Crown’s NSW license, and by that stage Melco had already sold its stake to The Blackstone Group, however, that hasn’t stopped the NSW Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority (ILGA) from pursuing costs.
According to the Australian Financial Review, ILGA believes it is entitled to recover at least some of the expenses of the inquiry from the Macau casino operator, which is headed by Lawrence Ho.
“In light of the findings of the Bergin report, ILGA considered it appropriate for Melco and Crown Resorts Limited (Crown) to provide payment for the costs of the inquiry,” an ILGA spokeswoman said.
“ILGA reached agreement with Crown in May 2021 … as an agreement has not been reached with Melco, ILGA initiated proceedings.”
The AFR report quotes a Melco spokesman as insisting the company had, “sought to work with ILGA in a professional, fair and reasonable manner throughout our engagement with them on this issue.
“We have previously requested information from ILGA in an effort to reach an amicable resolution. Despite this request, we have not received the information that is necessary for Melco to adequately assess ILGA’s claim,” they stated.
Crown was ultimately found unsuitable to retain its casino license due to concerns over its ties to Asian junkets and the failure of management to implement sufficient anti-money laundering controls.
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Experienced iGaming professional to help shape the future of DEGEN’s gaming catalogue
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DEGEN Studios has named iGaming trailblazer Danny Gordon as its new Head of Studio – a move set to supercharge the brand’s next era of chaos, creativity, and high-voltage game design.
Danny will lead DEGEN’s creative roadmap, driving the studio’s signature blend of high-stakes innovation and fearless design. His mission: to make every DEGEN release louder, bolder, and more unpredictable than the last.
With experience at industry heavyweights Four Leaf Gaming, Microgaming and Entain, Danny has a proven record of building games that hit hard and stand out. His appointment marks a new chapter for DEGEN as it scales its vision to redefine the future of hardcore, gamer-first entertainment.
Danny’s appointment marks a significant milestone for DEGEN. The company is poised to launch the next phase of its iGaming revolution, with multiple high-octane and innovative projects in the pipeline. With Danny’s creative vision steering the ship, DEGEN will continue to push the boundaries of slot design and build games that are by gamers, for gamers.
Danny Gordon, Head of Studio at DEGEN Studios: “DEGEN’s early work has blown me away – the brand, the tone, the fearlessness. It’s a studio that thrives on pushing boundaries and creating experiences that truly stand out. I’m here to help scale that ambition and deliver the next wave of disruptive, innovative games.”
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Galaxsys Hosted Media Briefing to Introduce Chicken Crash and 2026 Strategic Roadmap
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Hayk Sargsyan, CEO of Galaxsys, commented: “Our media briefing provided a valuable platform to introduce the highly anticipated Chicken Crash game, share our achievements, and outline the strategic direction for 2026. I am grateful to all our media partners for their interest in the game and for their thoughtful questions, which contributed to the success of this session. We are proud of the progress we have made over the past year and remain fully committed to delivering innovative, high-quality gaming experiences for our partners worldwide.”
The media briefing took place at SiGMA Central Europe on November 4 at 2:00 PM at the Galaxsys stand. The session began with questions focused on the Chicken Crash game and later shifted to broader topics, providing an opportunity to reflect on Galaxsys’ achievements over the past year and share insights into the company’s vision for 2026.
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RPM GAMING BOLSTERS LEADERSHIP TEAM WITH CONLETH BYRNE NAMED STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS DIRECTOR
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RPM Gaming, a specialist in retail and online betting and gaming, has strengthened its senior executive team with the appointment of industry veteran Conleth Byrne as Strategic Partnerships Director.
Byrne brings with him two decades of leadership experience across the iGaming and technology sectors, having held directorial roles at IGT, The Football Pools, and SIS, alongside more recent strategic consultancy work with a range of high-growth businesses across the betting and gaming ecosystem.
Following a rapid period of growth at RPM Gaming, Byrne’s scope will be to translate his extensive experience in business strategy and operational excellence across various iGaming sectors into long-term value for the company’s global partners, adding significant value with his understanding of high-growth operations and ability to foster top-tier partnerships.
Richard Thorp, Founder at RPM Gaming, said: “Conleth’s a hugely respected figure in this industry, having operated in senior roles in high-stakes, high-growth environments for the past twenty years. His experience in-house with some of iGaming’s biggest names and in advisory roles for successful companies in a number of verticals will be a huge asset to our organisation and our global partners.”
Conleth Byrne, RPM Gaming’s Strategic Partnerships Director, added: “RPM Gaming has become the go-to name for ambitious iGaming firms looking to enter their next growth phase, from either a tech or new-market point of view. Joining this team – which is packed full of industry heavyweights – is a pleasure, and I’m looking forward to adding my own value to RPM and its customers.
“We want to cement RPM’s reputation as the one-stop shop for those who have strong visions but are, perhaps, unable to join the dots with internal resources in making that a reality. This team can do just that, with the connections, know-how, and go-to-market experience to take companies of all sizes to their next level.”
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