Highlights

  • Dataworks grew FY26 Revenue 24% to AUD 8.93 mn through regulated technology services in Australia and Canada.
  • The BetGuard platform entered operation in Ontario, extending the company’s existing Australian self-exclusion technology experience.
  • An expanded Ontario engagement covers additional managed services and the provision of participant support operations.
  • The company entered a paid NSW planning engagement as it assessed additional applications for its technology.

Dataworks Group Limited (ASX:DWG) is building a second operational base for its regulatory technology in Canada while continuing Australian government services. Its FY26 financial performance reflects higher revenue and an improving operating cash profile, with new planning work adding to the pipeline.

Government Platforms Form the Commercial Core

Dataworks provides technology infrastructure for centralised self-exclusion systems in regulated gambling markets. Its BetStop service supports Australia’s National Self-Exclusion Register, while BetGuard brought a second operational platform to the Ontario market during FY26. These programs connect technical development with managed service delivery, where availability, identity checks and participant support form part of the operating model. The Canadian launch gave the Business experience with a second regulatory setting rather than simply another deployment of the same domestic system. Its services must be adapted to the requirements of each jurisdiction.

Ontario Extension Expands Service Responsibilities

A further engagement with iGaming Ontario extended the scope of services associated with the Canadian platform. The agreement supports a broader operating role, including contact-centre activities and participant services, alongside the central technology. Dataworks has described these managed services as part of its commercial model. Expansion of the contracted responsibilities is distinct from winning a new jurisdiction, but it provides additional work within an existing customer relationship. Execution depends on meeting regulatory requirements and delivering reliable support for participants and operators.

FY26 Revenue and Cash Movement Set the Baseline

Revenue for FY26 increased 24% to AUD 8.93 mn from AUD 7.20 mn a year earlier. Dataworks reported a statutory net loss of AUD 2.25 mn, compared with AUD 10.03 mn in FY25. Net operating cash inflows were AUD 1.91 mn, following an outflow of AUD 5.30 mn in the prior period. The company also continued software development spending. These figures show a year of higher service revenue and improved operating cash outcomes, while the net loss demonstrates that accounting profitability had not yet been achieved.

Additional Australian Work Extends the Opportunity Set

A paid planning agreement announced with the NSW Government in August 2026 added a separate regulatory technology engagement. The approximately AUD 536,000 arrangement covered scoping and planning work, subject to agreed milestones. Its scope was not equivalent to a commitment for a full operating platform. Dataworks has also discussed potential technology applications involving physical gaming venues. The company’s established systems provide operating references, but new projects remain dependent on procurement decisions, regulatory design and further technical work.

Outlook: Execution and the Next Milestones

Management intends to build on current government operations, pursue further regulated-market opportunities and develop potential new self-exclusion applications. Contract awards, development milestones and implementation schedules remain subject to customer approvals and operational execution.

Dataworks Group Limited was quoted at AUD 0.115 on 11 November 2026, with a Market Capitalisation of approximately AUD 15.12 mn and a reported change of 0.00%, based on the provided market figures. Where the quote shows no trading volume, the figure should not be interpreted as a confirmed executed trade on that date.