Crown Resorts has been permitted to retain its license for the flagship Melbourne casino, more than 18 months following severe criticisms from royal commissions and a state inquiry. These investigations confirmed Crown Resorts' involvement in money laundering and connections with organised crime across its three casinos, describing its conduct as "illegal, dishonest, unethical and exploitative." A government-appointed manager, after more than two years of government supervision, concluded that the company has addressed these issues, including underpaying taxes and facilitating money laundering. The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission declared it was in the public interest for Crown Melbourne, deemed "unsuitable" just two years ago, to continue operations under the ownership of Blackstone, indicating a significant turnaround.