A Sydney casino inadvertently dispensed millions of dollars in cash to dozens of individuals due to a software glitch in its TICO machines. The error, lasting two weeks, resulted in over $2 million being withdrawn illegally. After the malfunction was discovered, the casino notified authorities, leading to the arrest of several beneficiaries who face charges of fraud and other crimes. The incident highlights the potential risks associated with software glitches in gaming machines and the importance of swift detection and rectification to minimize financial losses.
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A software glitch at a Sydney casino allowed patrons to withdraw excessive amounts of cash, with over $2 million erroneously dispensed before the issue was rectified. Police have charged dozens of individuals with fraud for exploiting the malfunction, which affected ‘ticket in, cash out’ machines at The Star casino.