Department of Internal Affairs plans to prosecute SkyCity Entertainment Group for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act violations, with potential fines up to $8 million.

The Department of Internal Affairs plans to prosecute SkyCity Entertainment Group and its casino management subsidiary over alleged Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act violations. The New Zealand gaming regulator claims that SkyCity has breached the act on numerous occasions, with some issues uncovered as part of a routine evaluation of the company's compliance. SkyCity faces a potential fine of up to $8 million if found guilty. The gaming operator has been working on addressing its compliance issues since late 2021.

February 11, 2024
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