Australia delays online keno ban after KenoGo wins injunction
KenoGo claims the ban really protects pubs & clubs, not players, a point Australia rejects.
The hit
Australia’s online keno ban has been put on hold. The Supreme Court granted operator KenoGo, a Lottoland subsidiary, an injunction while it pursues a constitutional challenge to the prohibition, according to GamblingNews.
Why it matters
For bettors & the keno sector, this buys time. Online keno stays live while the case runs. KenoGo argues the ban really protects pubs & clubs from online competition, not vulnerable players, a claim Australia rejects. If the challenge fails, the ban would reportedly hit several companies.
The record
| Ban start date | 1 January (originally planned) |
|---|---|
| Scope of ban | Online keno only; land-based keno unaffected |
| Companies at risk if ban proceeds | The Lottery Corporation, Annexio Australia, Lottoland |
| Prior setback for KenoGo | Failed bid to obtain certain relevant documents |
What happens next
Watch for the outcome of KenoGo’s constitutional challenge, which will decide the ban’s fate.
Sources: Australia Delays Online Keno Ban as KenoGo Secures Injunction
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