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Regulatory · New Zealand · Sun 11 Oct · 2 min read
GLI's NZ approval opens a new testing market
What happened
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has received approval to provide independent testing and compliance services for New Zealand's newly regulated online casino market. This is the first confirmed piece of compliance infrastructure within the framework that New Zealand's regulator established on September 30, 2026. Operators and suppliers now have a named, approved route to satisfy technical entry requirements.
Why it matters
Sources: GGRAsia
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