BMM Testlabs announced on October 20, 2026, that it has received official approval to provide online gaming testing and certification services in New Zealand. The authorization operates under the country’s newly established online casino regulatory framework, which is overseen by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA).
The company confirmed that this new online authorization builds directly upon its existing operational footprint within New Zealand’s regulated land-based gaming market. By expanding its scope, BMM Testlabs aims to deliver independent testing and compliance services as the jurisdiction prepares for the full rollout of its regulated online regime.
Supporting compliance and consumer protection
Under the newly approved framework, BMM Testlabs will provide independent technical evaluations to ensure operators meet New Zealand’s rigorous regulatory standards. The company positioned these testing services as a fundamental pillar designed to uphold fair play, enhance consumer protection, and build long-term market confidence.
Kirk White, President of Land-Based Gaming and Inspections at BMM Testlabs said:
“BMM has a long history of supporting New Zealand’s land-based gaming industry, and we’re excited to build upon those relationships as the country moves toward regulated online casino gaming. Our customers rely on us for quality, speed, and service. We’re proud to bring that same commitment to this next chapter of New Zealand’s gaming industry.”
Expanding global technical capabilities
The approval coincides with BMM’s broader strategic integration alongside eCOGRA. The combined technical capabilities of both entities enable the group to provide comprehensive regulatory compliance services across major international gaming jurisdictions.
The establishment of New Zealand’s DIA-led online framework represents a major structural shift for the region’s digital entertainment sector. Independent testing laboratories play an essential role in validating platform integrity before commercial operators launch commercially within newly regulated markets.
